New Hotels in San Antonio , TX
At Stay In The New, we curate recently opened hotels and upcoming openings in San Antonio — from the brand new Monarch in the Hemisfair District to luxury River Walk openings and the Oxbow Grove coming to the Pearl in 2027.
THE NEWEST HOTELS. THE BEST STAYS.
A Stay In The New curated city guide
Recently Opened Hotels in San Antonio
The newest hotel openings across San Antonio — from a brand new 17-story luxury tower in the reimagined Hemisfair District to stunning River Walk transformations and historic boutique conversions.
Opened Mar 2026
The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton
The newest hotel in San Antonio — a striking 17-story luxury tower that opened March 3, 2026 in the reimagined Hemisfair District. The Monarch features 200 nature-inspired guestrooms, a high-end spa, and three chef-driven dining concepts including Aleteo — a Yucatán-inspired rooftop bar that immediately became one of the most talked-about new dining experiences in the city. Part of Hilton's Curio Collection, Hilton Honors points eligible. The top new hotel choice in San Antonio right now.
👉 Check Availability
Opened Aug 2024
Kimpton Santo San Antonio
One of the most architecturally interesting new hotels in Texas — the Kimpton Santo blends a brand new 10-story tower with a beautifully renovated 19th-century schoolhouse to create a property that feels both entirely new and deeply rooted in San Antonio history. The Tenfold Rooftop bar is the tallest luxury open-air rooftop in the city — the views alone make this a destination. IHG One Rewards points eligible. A genuinely standout new arrival on the San Antonio hotel scene.
👉 Check Availability
Opened 2024
InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk
Riverfront luxury on the iconic San Antonio River Walk — the InterContinental brings IHG's flagship luxury brand to one of the most sought-after addresses in the city. A heated rooftop pool with River Walk views, four on-site dining venues including the American brasserie Cavalier, and full IHG One Rewards points make this the most complete new luxury package on the River Walk. For travelers who want the full San Antonio experience with the River Walk right outside the door, this is the top new choice.
👉 Check Availability
Opened Jan 2024
Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
A landmark reopening — the Plaza San Antonio returned January 18, 2024 following a massive renovation of three historic buildings, creating a private oasis in the heart of downtown with lush gardens, a full-service spa, and the Anaqua Garden Bar set among century-old trees. Part of Marriott's Autograph Collection — each property in this brand is chosen for its distinct character, and the Plaza's combination of Texas history and garden sanctuary is exactly that. Marriott Bonvoy points eligible.
👉 Check AvailabilityTip: We focus on truly new openings and major transformations — properties that give you a genuinely fresh experience in San Antonio.
Affiliate Disclosure: Stay In The New may earn a commission when you book through our links. This does not affect pricing.
Value Picks — New Hotels in San Antonio Under $150
Newly opened mid-scale hotels across San Antonio — fresh rooms and major loyalty points without the River Walk premium.
Universal City / Live Oak — San Antonio TX
TownePlace Suites San Antonio Universal City/Live Oak
Book Now — Best Rate →River Walk Area — San Antonio TX
AC Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
Book Now — Best Rate →Affiliate Disclosure: Stay In The New may earn a commission when you book through our links, at no extra cost to you. All hotels listed are newly opened properties.
New San Antonio Hotels Opening Soon
The most anticipated hotel openings in San Antonio — from a landmark Pearl District boutique managed by the Hotel Emma team to a $79 million River Walk transformation and a new downtown rooftop overlooking the Spurs ballpark.
Opening 2027
The Oxbow Grove Hotel
The most anticipated hotel opening in San Antonio — a 9-story, 150-room luxury boutique in the Pearl District, managed by the same team behind the legendary Hotel Emma. The Oxbow Grove will feature a courtyard opening directly onto the River Walk, 13,000 sq ft of meeting space, and a rooftop bar and pool. The Pearl District is San Antonio's most celebrated neighborhood — a former brewery site transformed into the city's top dining and cultural destination. With Hotel Emma's team at the helm, this will immediately be the most coveted address in the city when it opens.
Search San Antonio Hotels for Your Dates →Sítio El Tropicano
A landmark piece of San Antonio history getting a $79 million second act — El Tropicano was the very first hotel ever built on the River Walk, and now it's being transformed into a 315-room urban oasis under the Sítio brand. For travelers who appreciate the story behind a hotel as much as the amenities, this is one of the most compelling upcoming openings in Texas. The original El Tropicano opened in 1962 and defined what River Walk hospitality could be. The new version aims to do the same for a new generation.
Search San Antonio Hotels for Your Dates →The Yard Hotel
A newly proposed 8-story, 160-room downtown hotel designed to offer rooftop views of San Antonio's planned new Spurs ballpark to the north — making it one of the most sports-connected hotel concepts in Texas. Located at Martin and West Flores Streets in the heart of downtown, The Yard Hotel is in early planning stages but represents exactly the kind of new development that signals long-term momentum in San Antonio's hotel market. One to watch as the Spurs ballpark project advances.
Search San Antonio Hotels for Your Dates →Opening dates are subject to change. We update this page as new information becomes available.
Affiliate Disclosure: Stay In The New may earn a commission when you book through our links. This does not affect pricing.
New Hotels in San Antonio, TX
San Antonio is in the middle of one of its most significant hotel buildouts in years. The city's unique blend of River Walk culture, historic architecture, and fast-growing neighborhoods like the Pearl District and Hemisfair has attracted a wave of genuinely new hotel openings — from luxury boutique conversions to brand new towers redefining the city's skyline.
The most significant new arrival is The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton, which opened March 3, 2026 as a 17-story luxury tower in the reimagined Hemisfair District. With 200 nature-inspired guestrooms, a full spa, and three chef-driven dining concepts including the Yucatán-inspired Aleteo rooftop bar, The Monarch is the most talked-about new hotel opening in San Antonio in years. The Hemisfair District itself is one of the most exciting urban redevelopment stories in Texas — and The Monarch is its anchor property.
On the River Walk, Kimpton Santo San Antonio opened August 2024 by blending a new 10-story tower with a beautifully renovated 19th-century schoolhouse, and its Tenfold Rooftop is now the tallest luxury open-air rooftop in the city. The InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk brought IHG's flagship luxury brand to the river in 2024, while the Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection reopened January 2024 following a landmark renovation of three historic buildings.
Looking ahead, the Oxbow Grove Hotel in the Pearl District — managed by the legendary Hotel Emma team — is the most anticipated upcoming opening in the city, bringing 150 rooms, a River Walk courtyard, and a rooftop bar and pool to San Antonio's most celebrated neighborhood. The Sítio El Tropicano is undergoing a $79 million transformation of the very first hotel ever built on the River Walk. At Stay In The New we track every new hotel opening in San Antonio — updated regularly as new properties open and timelines change.
Questions About New Hotels in San Antonio
The newest hotel in San Antonio is The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton, which opened March 3, 2026 in the reimagined Hemisfair District. The 17-story luxury tower features 200 nature-inspired guestrooms, a full spa, and three chef-driven dining concepts including the Yucatán-inspired Aleteo rooftop bar. It is the most significant new hotel opening in San Antonio in years and is listed with a booking link on this page.
Three major new hotels have recently opened on or near the San Antonio River Walk. The Kimpton Santo San Antonio opened August 29, 2024, blending a new 10-story tower with a renovated 19th-century schoolhouse and the Tenfold Rooftop — the tallest luxury open-air rooftop in the city. The InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk opened in 2024 with a heated rooftop pool and four dining venues including the Cavalier brasserie. The Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection reopened January 18, 2024 following a major renovation of three historic buildings with lush gardens and the Anaqua Garden Bar.
The most anticipated upcoming hotel in San Antonio is the Oxbow Grove Hotel in the Pearl District, opening in 2027. Managed by the team behind the legendary Hotel Emma, the 9-story, 150-room property will feature a courtyard opening onto the River Walk, 13,000 sq ft of meeting space, and a rooftop bar and pool. Also opening in 2027 is the Sítio El Tropicano — a $79 million transformation of the first hotel ever built on the River Walk into a 315-room urban oasis. The Yard Hotel, a proposed 8-story, 160-room downtown property with rooftop views of the planned Spurs ballpark, is also in development.
The Hemisfair District is a rapidly redeveloping neighborhood in downtown San Antonio, built on the site of the 1968 World's Fair. It has become one of the most exciting urban redevelopment stories in Texas, with new parks, restaurants, and cultural venues transforming the area. The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton — the newest hotel in the city — opened here in March 2026 as the district's anchor luxury property, steps from the Tower of the Americas and the redesigned Yanaguana Garden.
The best new budget and mid-scale hotels in San Antonio are the TownePlace Suites San Antonio Universal City/Live Oak — a recently opened Marriott extended-stay property with full kitchen suites, outdoor pool, and free breakfast — and the AC Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk, which opened in late 2022 with modern European design near the River Walk from around $147/night. Both are listed with booking links on this page. Use our filtered search to find all San Antonio hotels under $150/night.
The Pearl District is San Antonio's most celebrated neighborhood — a former Pearl Brewery site transformed into a vibrant destination for dining, shopping, art, and culture along the River Walk. It is home to Hotel Emma, widely regarded as one of the best boutique hotels in Texas, and will be home to the Oxbow Grove Hotel when it opens in 2027. The Pearl Farmers Market, dozens of acclaimed restaurants, and direct River Walk access make it the most sought-after neighborhood for both visitors and locals in San Antonio.
Explore More New Hotels by City
We're currently tracking new hotel openings across 18 major U.S. destinations — updated regularly.
Know a Newly Opened Hotel?
We're constantly updating our directory of newly opened hotels across the United States. If you know of a hotel that recently opened or is opening soon, we'd love to review it and potentially add it to the site.
We review new openings regularly and update city pages as developments are confirmed.