Locals often say San Antonio is a big city with a small-town feel. The people are friendly, the traffic is manageable, and the airport is only 10 minutes from downtown. This makes it easy to explore different sides of the city in one trip, but difficult to pick a single neighborhood as your home base.
When selecting the right location for your vacation rental, there are a few things to keep in mind. The northern part of San Antonio tends to be more spread out and rife with residential neighborhoods—it has bigger houses perfect for accommodating larger groups. It’s also an ideal home base for those who plan on exploring the Texas Hill Country or the smaller, nearby towns like Fredericksburg, known for their wineries. If you want to be in the middle of the action, the downtown River Walk area and the Pearl District can’t be beat. The artsy enclaves of Southtown and King William fall somewhere in the middle: They’re typically quieter and more laid-back, but come alive during the First Friday Art Walk and the annual Fiesta celebration. The good news? It’s hard to go wrong. To help you make your choice, we’ve compiled a list of the best vacation properties across the Alamo City, so you can stop searching and start packing.
