The Westin La Cantera has it all! Great San Antonio hill country location, beautiful pools and golf courses and it's close to Six Flags Fiesta Texas and the water park (Schliterbaum) with the country's #1 water ride. This is the place to go if you want relaxation and luxury but have kids (ours are 9 and 13) that are looking for action and non-stop fun. You'll need at least a day each for 6 Flags, the water park, touring the Alamo and lunch on the Riverwalk and then a final day to just eat and relax at the Lost Quarry Pools. We had meals at all 3 of the on-site restaurants. The breakfast buffet is excellent and the kids loved the Texas shaped waffles. Plan at least one dinner at "Francesca's at Sunset." Superb food, a nice wine list, great wait staff and a serene view of the setting sun over the rolling hills. You can also watch the sunset from "El Fortin" (immediately west of the pool). Bring a glass of wine....very relaxing. The service staff at the Westin were young, friendly and helpful and really added to the enjoyment of our stay. The only (minor) negative was housekeeping as the room clean-up was sparse and we received a different combination of towels, bat mat and in- room coffee every single day. The room (otherwise) and the beds were outstanding. The $12 a day valet service is definitely worth it as parking is quite a distance from your room and a quick call to service express has your vehicle waiting for you at the front door when you're ready to leave. We extended our stay an additional day because we just couldn't bear to leave. I've stayed in hotels all over the world and the Westin (especially at the active duty military room rate) is 5 stars!
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