Denver/ Health & Lifestyle
Published on June 13, 2019
Exploring the best of San Antonio, with cheap flights from DenverPhoto: iStock

No travel bucket list would be complete without San Antonio. From the iconic history of The Alamo, to amusement parks, SeaWorld, the San Antonio Aquarium and Zoo, the city has plenty of attractions for the whole family. The downtown area's Riverwalk is full of shops, bars and restaurants, with plenty of nearby theaters, Texas' first modern art museum and numerous universities.

Thankfully, there are plenty of regular, relatively inexpensive flights between Denver and San Antonio. We pulled from travel site Skyscanner to provide you with a short list of flights and hotels handpicked with the trendy adventurer in mind. (Prices and availability are current as of publication and subject to change.)

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Flight deals to San Antonio

The cheapest flights between Denver and San Antonio are if you leave on July 1 and return from Texas on July 5. Frontier Airlines currently has roundtrip tickets for $77.

There are also deals to be had in August. If you fly out of Denver on Aug. 31 and return from San Antonio on Sept. 3, American Airlines can get you there and back for $154 roundtrip.

Top San Antonio hotels

To plan your stay, here are some of San Antonio’s top-rated hotels, according to Skyscanner, that we selected based on price, proximity to things to do and customer satisfaction.

The Hotel Havana (1015 Navarro St.)

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If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay, consider The Hotel Havana. The hotel has a 4.7-star rating on Skyscanner, and rooms are currently available for $105.

Close to the San Antonio Central Library, Riverwalk and the Alamo, this San Antonio hotel is situated on a river. 

The Grand Hyatt San Antonio (600 E. Market St.)

There's also the 4.8-star rated The Grand Hyatt San Antonio, which has rooms for $119/night.

This hotel is located near the Rivercenter Mall, the Alamo and the Tower of the Americas.

The Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio (205 E. Houston St.)

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If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay, try The Sheraton Gunter Hotel San Antonio. The 4.6-star hotel has rooms for $98/night. 

"Very friendly and professional staff. Very nice contemporary rooms at a great value," wrote visitor Scott.

Local restaurant picks

Don't miss San Antonio's food scene, with plenty of popular spots to get your fill of local cuisine. Here are a few of the top-rated eateries from Skyscanner's listings.

Bakery Lorraine (306 Pearl Parkway, #110)

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One of San Antonio's most popular spots is Bakery Lorraine, which has an average of five stars out of 12 reviews on Skyscanner.

"Scrumptious in every way — truly authentic French patisserie. Quiche, croissants, pain au chocolat, eclairs, delicious salads and sandwiches to boot. Must leave room for one of their magical macaroons!" wrote visitor Margaret. 

Tiago's Cabo Grille (8403 State Highway151, #101)

Another popular dining destination is Tiago's Cabo Grille, with five stars from eight reviews.

"Best chips and salsa, " wrote reviewer Jaysun.

Magnolia Pancake Haus (606 Embassy Oaks)

Also worth considering is Magnolia Pancake Haus.

"Great food at amazing prices! Mimosas weren't bad either!" wrote Jennifer.

What to see and do in San Antonio

To round out your trip, San Antonio offers plenty of popular attractions worth visiting. Here are a couple of top recommendations, based on Skyscanner's descriptions and reviews.

The San Antonio River Walk (849 E. Commerce St.)

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First up is The San Antonio Riverwalk, which was once hailed as "the American Venice." 

The San Antonio Riverwalk has dining, attractions and entertainment.

"It is worth a visit in the daytime. There are so many great restaurants lining it, and you can also take a boat ride!" wrote visitor Taylor. 

The Shops at La Cantera (15900 La Cantera Parkway)

The Shops at La Cantera is another popular destination.

"All around great shopping center with a wide selection of stores," wrote visitor Stephen.


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