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Located at the gateway to the South Texas Plains, San Antonio combines Old Mexico, Modern Texas and a plethora of other cultures into a community that is resplendent with history, festivities and excitement! The city has something to offer everybody—from the Alamo, to Sea World, to the Rivercenter Shopping Complex—no wonder it's a family-favorite travel destination.


Hotel Information

Official housing is closed - For information about other hotels call Janie Herrara at 210-207-6733

Stay at one of the official Congress hotels and save on lodging and transportation to and from Congress activities. APWA has negotiated great rates for all attendees. Complimentary shuttle service will operate from all the official Congress hotels.
Click here to see a pdf map of the downtown area for hotel locations.

Which hotel is Congress headquarters?
The San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter is this year’s Congress headquarters hotel.
Please note: only one room may be reserved at a time.

  1. San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter SOLD OUT
    101 Bowie Street
    $179 single/double
  2. San Antonio Marriott River Walk SOLD OUT
    711 E. River Walk
    $179 single/double
  3. Hampton Inn Downtown SOLD OUT
    414 Bowie Street
    San Antonio, TX 78254
    $129 single/double
  4. Hilton Palacio del Rio SOLD OUT
    200 S. Alamo Street
    $169 single
    $189 double
  5. Hyatt Regency San Antonio SOLD OUT
    123 Losoya Street
    $165 single/double
  6. La Quinta Inn & Suites Convention Center SOLD OUT
    303 Blum
    $139 single/double
  7. The Historic Menger Hotel SOLD OUT
    204 Alamo Plaza
    $125 single/double
  8. Drury Plaza SOLD OUT
    105 S. St Mary's
    $135 Single / $165 Double
  9. Emily Morgan SOLD OUT
    705 E. Huston
  10. Crockett Hotel SOLD OUT
    320 Bonham
    $125 single/double
  11. Residence Inn Downtown SOLD OUT
    425 Bonham
    $139 single/double

Room rates are subject to applicable tax, which is currently 16.75%. (Taxes are subject to change.)

Transportation is available to official congress hotels only.

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Air Travel

Getting There by Air
San Antonio International Airport is approximately 13 miles from downtown San Antonio. Major carriers include: American West, American Airlines, Delta, Continental, Northwest, Southwest, and United Airlines.

Airport Transportation
SATRANS Airport Shuttle is available for airport transportation to and from San Antonio International Airport. Tickets are $12 each way with purchase of a roundtrip ticket or Gold Sponsor Logos $14 one way.

Major rental car service is also available at the airport.

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Ground Transportation

Getting There by Car
You can drive to San Antonio in less than one day from most major Texas cities.
Click here to see a chart of approximate mileages and driving times.

Taxicab Rates:
Initial meter drop, first 1/6 mile $1.70
Each additional 1/6 mile $0.30
Airport departure fee $0.50
Airport minimum charge $8.00
Downtown minimum charge $3.00
Late hour fee (9 p.m. – 5 a.m.) $1.00

Local Transportation in San Antonio
It's easy to navigate San Antonio, as many of the hotels, restaurants, tour attractions (the Alamo) and shops are within walking distance of the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center and the River Walk. The moderate climate lends itself to outdoor activities with an average daily high of 90° and the average low of 68°.

Other transportation options:
VIA Rail Streetcar $0.80
VIA Bus Route 7 Funston Place (day pass) $3.00
River Taxi (one-way) $4.00
Taxicab (see above)

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San Antonio

Immerse yourself in San Antonio—a literal crossroads of Old Mexican, Native American, German, African-American and Deep Southern cultures. In addition to the Alamo, San Antonio offers the renown River Walk, Market Square, Sea World, Six Flags and more. No wonder it's a top-rated spot for a family get-away!

Visit the San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Visit the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center's website.

Average daily maximum temperature for September is 90°F.
Average daily minimum temperature for September is 69°F.
Average relative humidity is 68%.
Average rainfall for September is 3".

Visit weather.com for local San Antonio conditions.

Click here for a sampling of San Antonio restaurants by price range.

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