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The Battle of the Alamo was a pivotal event in the Texas Revolution. Now a museum, the former Roman Catholic mission in San Antonio has millions of guests traveling to this popular historic landmark each year. Taking a tour of the Alamo is free of charge and is also conveniently located within easy access to major transportation and attractions like the River Walk. Ideal hotels near the Alamo include the Hyatt Regency San Antonio: Right downtown on the River Walk with a 16 story garden atrium, an outdoor rooftop pool, and a wonderful variety of breakfast options, the Fairfield Inn & Suites San Antonio Downtown/Alamo: An on-site fitness facility and business center, free breakfast and Wi-Fi, an an outdoor heated pool, and Hampton Inn San Antonio Downtown Riverwalk Area: Featuring an outdoor pool and large patio area, 24-hr free coffee, tea, and fruit infused water, and a free hot breakfast. Guest tip: Be sure to ask about parking fees as the majority of hotels in the downtown area have a daily rate that can range in price and proximity.