Westin La Cantera Resort in San Antonio

The Westin La Cantera Resort in San Antonio is located fifteen miles from San Antonio and sits in the breathtaking hill country, placing it in an atmosphere where guests are close enough to enjoy all the city has to offer but take in the freshness of the country. The hotel was built on top of a hill, which provides stunning views of the city lights and natural beauty that surrounds the hotel. The Westin La Cantera Resort is in close proximity to The Shops at La Cantera as well as local tourist attraction Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The Westin La Cantera Resort is the largest hotel outside of San Antonio and has 508 luxury rooms, 25 suites, and 38 villa-style rooms. Luxury suites have furnished parlors with full entertainment centers that can be closed off from the sleeping quarters. The suites are more than 1,600 square feet and can be compared to a comfortable luxury home. Guests who want additional privacy can rent a room in a shaded, secluded area that is south of the main hotel. The rooms are decorated in furnishings that are reminiscent of the Texas Colonial style period. Walnut and mahogany wood work with iron accents can be found on the bed, tables, desks and chairs.

There are several restaurants located at Westin La Cantera Resort. The La Cantera Grill, Francesca's at Sunset, The Gantry, Brannon's Cafe, Steinheimer's Bar, Tio's Lobby Lounge, and the Palmer Grille. The hotel's signature restaurant is Francesca's at Sunset and serves authentic Spanish dishes like tamales, antelope chili, and salmon relleno. A Starbucks is also located on the premises for coffee junkies.

The world class Castle Rock Health Club and Spa offers pampering services to guests of the Westin La Cantera Resort. Castle Rock Health Club and Spa specializes in facials, massages, manicures and pedicure. There are several types of massages guests of the hotel can choose from including Swedish, therapeutic, aromatherapy, sport, and reflexolgy. Each massage service includes basic attention to the back, neck, and shoulders. Guests of the hotel also have access to the Westin's signature gym called the Westin Workout facilities. At the Westin Workout a range of exercises can be chosen such as running, walking, weightlifting, and even calisthenics. The gym is a state-of-the-art facility that comes with dynamic additions like flat-screen televisions and a Core Training Zone area that is designed to improve flexibility, strength, and balance. The Core Training Zone allows exercisers to design their own 20, 40, or 60 minute workout based on their fitness needs.

One of the hotel's greatest assets is the world-championship golf course: The Palmer Course at La Cantera. The golf course is situated off the hotel in the beautiful hills and is home of the Texas Open PGA Tour. The course opened in 2001 and was regarded as one of the most alluring courses in the Texas Hill Country since its inception. The course is a par 61 and expands over 6,900 yards. The Palmer course was named after its legendary designer Arnold Palmer. The golf course is also equipped with an impressive clubhouse that overlooks the 18th hole. The clubhouse is the course's crown jewel and stands at over 15,300 square-feet. The club has garnered recognition from local and national golfing publications.