If you go: San Antonio
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(Southern Living
) -- Plan your trip to San Antonio with these lodging and dining tips.
Stay the night
A one-bedroom suite is a good choice for a family at Homewood Suites by Hilton Riverwalk. Rates usually start at $149, but Internet promotions sometimes drop as low as $99; (210) 222-1515 or www.homewoodsuitesriverwalk.com.
While high-rise hotels flank the area, the Riverwalk Inn's 11 rooms bring lodging down to people size. Rates start at $130; (800) 254-4440 or www.riverwalkinn.com.
Guests love the charming atmosphere of La Mansion del Rio Hotel. Rates start at $199; (800) 292-7300 or www.lamansion.com.
Ask about packages at the Hotel Valencia Riverwalk. The ultimate reality escape starts at $199 for two; toll-free (866) 842-0100 or www.hotelvalencia.com.
If you really want to be pampered, book a spa room at the Watermark Hotel & Spa. Weekend rates range $369-$850; toll-free (866) 605-1212 or www.watermarkhotel.com.
Hidden gems
Fluffy biscuits and other fresh-baked treats are served on an outdoor terrace at the Guenther House on a section of the river most tourists miss; (210) 227-1061.
You can order a daily lunch special for around $5 at Schilo's, a German deli just a few steps off the River Walk at 424 East Commerce Street; (210) 223-6692. (Park at the lot next door, and get your ticket stamped for a free hour.)
With charming hospitality, the Westin Riverwalk Hotel serves Mexican chocolate and cookies to guests 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. A Spanish guitarist plays on Fridays and Saturdays; (210) 224-6500.
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