Hotel Contessa

Contessa Mariachi Nights
2025-12-12 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-12-19 18:30 - 21:00, 2025-12-26 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-02 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-09 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-16 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-23 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-01-30 18:30 - 21:00 UTC and 13 more dates | Atrium and River Patio
Kick off your weekend on the River Walk with the vibrant sounds of San Antonio’s award-winning Mariachi Azteca de América. Join us in our riverfront atrium every Friday night for live music, handcrafted cocktails, and the warm, lively atmosphere that makes Hotel Contessa a true River Walk treasure.

National Hot Cocoa Day
2025-12-13
Warm up with us this National Hot Cocoa Day! Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa for the whole family and indulge in rich, spiked hot cocoa crafted just for adults. A sweet and simple holiday moment on the River Walk.

Winter Solstice - Sound Bath
2025-12-21 09:00 - 10:00
Honor the longest night of the year with a restorative Winter Solstice Sound Bath at Hotel Contessa. This soothing, meditative experience uses crystal singing bowls and gentle sound vibrations to help you unwind, reset, and welcome the season with clarity and calm. $15/pp

Ambler Holiday Dinner on the Riverwalk | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
2025-12-24 17:00 - 2025-12-25 20:00 | Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails
December 24th & 25th | 5-8pm | Ambler Texas Kitchen & Cocktails

Make this Christmas unforgettable at Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails on the Riverwalk. Indulge in a festive holiday menu with prime rib, roasted turkey, seared salmon, and decadent desserts. Served Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, 5–8 PM. Limited seating—reserve your table now.

Saturday Art Fair at Hotel Contessa
2025-12-27 11:30 - 15:00, 2026-01-31 11:30 - 15:00, 2026-02-28 11:30 - 15:00, 2026-03-28 11:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-25 11:30 - 15:00
Every Last Saturday of the Month | 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Hotel Contessa – River Level Atrium
Celebrate creativity and community at Hotel Contessa’s monthly Sunday Art Fair, featuring a rotating lineup of talented local artists and makers. Stroll through the river-level atrium, discover one-of-a-kind pieces, and meet the artists behind the work – including several whose pieces are featured in guest rooms as part of our quarterly exhibit series.
Soak up the vibrant energy of the River Walk in an inspiring, art-filled setting.
Open to the public. Free to attend.

New Year's Day Brunch | Ambler Texas Kitchen & Cocktails
2026-01-01 08:00 - 17:00
Celebrate the first day of 2026 with a relaxed yet elevated New Year’s Day Brunch at Ambler Texas Kitchen + Cocktails. Enjoy a curated brunch menu, seasonal additions, and classic brunch cocktails as you take in the beauty of the River Walk. The perfect way to reset, recharge, and welcome the year ahead.
