
Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
Best for large conferences, wedding events and travelers who want direct convention-center access and a rooftop lap pool with city views.
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Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk is an upscale, large convention hotel steps from the Henry B. González Convention Center with rooftop lap-pool and multiple on-site restaurants. Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk is an upscale Marriott-branded hotel on the River Walk catering to conference and leisure travelers who value Marriott Bonvoy loyalty benefits and convenient downtown access.
Updated · about 0.2 miles (0.3 km) apart

Best for large conferences, wedding events and travelers who want direct convention-center access and a rooftop lap pool with city views.

Best for Marriott Bonvoy members and travelers who want a full-service, branded hotel within a short walk of River Walk attractions and convention venues.
When Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk wins: choose the Grand Hyatt if you need large event / ballroom capacity, want easy access to the Henry B. González Convention Center through an adjacent connection, prefer rooftop pool and multiple distinct on-site dining choices (Moda Fare, Ruth’s Chris, Tejas Lounge). Its larger room count and dedicated event spaces make it the stronger pick for big meetings and weddings.
When Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk wins: pick the Marriott if Marriott Bonvoy status/benefits matter to you, if you prefer a property that lists both indoor and outdoor pool options and a central spot on East Market Street within easy walking distance of River Walk attractions. The Marriott’s meeting-room inventory and 512 rooms suit medium-to-large groups who prefer the Marriott brand experience.
Bottom line: both are full-service, upscale downtown hotels within a very short walk of each other and the River Walk. For large conventions and a rooftop pool with downtown vistas, lean Grand Hyatt; for Marriott loyalty, a straightforward downtown stay and a hotel with both indoor and outdoor pools, the Marriott is the better match.
| Category | Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk | Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Upscale convention hotel with large event spaces and a rooftop-lap-pool focus | Upscale Marriott hotel on the River Walk with a branded full-service feel |
| Location (to River Walk / Convention Center) | Adjacent to Henry B. González Convention Center; ~5-minute walk to River Walk | Centrally located, steps from Henry B. González Convention Center and within a 10-minute walk of River Walk |
| Size / rooms | About 1,003 guestrooms (large property) | 512 rooms |
| Ages / family policy | Family-friendly; children 17 and younger stay free with existing bedding | All-ages property (not adults-only); family-friendly amenities listed |
| Pools | 5th-floor temperature-controlled 25-meter rooftop lap pool (outdoor) with sun deck | Indoor and outdoor pools listed in supplier facts |
| Restaurants & bars | Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Moda Fare (Italian), Tejas Lounge, Spoonful Provisions | 2 restaurants plus a coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge (Cactus Flower Restaurant named in listing) |
| Spa / wellness | No on-site branded spa; discount at nearby Dasa Spa (at neighboring Hyatt Regency) | Not published |
| Meetings & events | Very large: ~115,000 sq ft meeting space, Texas Ballroom (31,000 sq ft), Lonestar Ballroom (21,000+ sq ft) | Meeting and conference space totaling ~17,566 sq ft with 14 meeting rooms (supplier listing) |
| Accessibility & services | 24-hour front desk, concierge, business center, pet-friendly policy (dogs allowed with fees/limits), EV charging | 24-hour front desk, business center, concierge, extensive wheelchair-accessible features, secured parking |
| Wi‑Fi & tech | Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout property; Grand Club lounge on 23rd floor | Free WiFi and complimentary wired internet in some areas; in-room wired/wireless internet may incur a fee |
Grand Hyatt sits directly adjacent to the Henry B. González Convention Center and is a short walk to River Walk landmarks.
Pick Grand Hyatt if convention-center adjacency and the quickest route to event spaces matter.
Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk is centrally located on East Market Street within easy walking distance of downtown sights and convention venues.
Choose the Marriott if you want an easy downtown location with quick River Walk access while staying in the Marriott brand.
Grand Hyatt is a larger property with roughly 1,003 guestrooms and a Grand Club lounge option.
Grand Hyatt is a better pick for guests seeking suite/upgraded-lounge access and a large inventory of room types.
Marriott has 512 rooms with a range of accessible room types listed in the supplier facts.
Marriott gives a solid, predictable room product with a range of accessible options and balcony/view choices.
Grand Hyatt offers several distinct on-site outlets from casual to fine dining.
Grand Hyatt has more named, destination dining outlets on-property if you want to stay in for multiple meal types.
Marriott lists two restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge in its supplier facts.
Marriott provides full-service dining and a cafe; expect a standard branded-hotel dining mix rather than multiple signature concepts.
Grand Hyatt’s signature water amenity is its temperature-controlled 25-meter rooftop lap pool on the 5th floor.
If a rooftop, lap-oriented pool with downtown views matters, Grand Hyatt clearly leads.
Marriott’s supplier listing notes both an indoor pool and an outdoor pool available to guests.
Marriott is a reliable option for guests who want both indoor and outdoor pool options on property.
Grand Hyatt offers an around-the-clock fitness center and Grand Club lounge; spa services are available via a nearby partner.
Grand Hyatt is focused on fitness and club-level services with spa access arranged nearby rather than an on-site spa.
Marriott lists fitness facilities and bars/lounges among its amenities; specific on-site spa details are not published in the supplier data.
Marriott covers standard wellness needs (fitness, pools) but spa details are not published in the available supplier facts.

Grand Hyatt — far larger meeting/ballroom capacity and direct convention-center adjacency.

Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk — Marriott Bonvoy benefits and a full-service Marriott experience downtown.

Grand Hyatt — 25-meter temperature-controlled rooftop lap pool with sun deck and downtown vistas.

Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk — supplier listing includes both an indoor and an outdoor pool.
Grand Hyatt is adjacent and connected to the convention center, making it the more convenient choice for large events; Marriott is still within a short walk and is a reasonable alternative.
Yes. If earning or using Marriott Bonvoy benefits is a priority, choose Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk; it’s the branded option for loyalty members.
Grand Hyatt’s temperature-controlled 25-meter rooftop lap pool is better for laps and city-view sunning; Marriott lists both indoor and outdoor pools if you want multiple pool types.
Grand Hyatt does not operate an on-site branded spa but offers a discount at nearby Dasa Spa; Marriott’s supplier listing does not publish on-site spa details.
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