000-square-foot indoor/outdoor destination spa and wellness center
two championship golf courses
adult and family-friendly swimming pools
Jacuzzis
kids’ club activity center
a choice of 11 venues for food and beverage.
Nearby:
TopGolf
iFly
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
luxury shopping at
The Shops at La Cantera
day trips to historic Fredericksburg with horseback riding and wine tasting
and the entertainment and nightlife of downtown San Antonio.
Onsite Dining:Capacity
Adult Pool Bar
0
Bar And Casual Fare
Charcuterie
0
cured meats and cheeses
Family Recreation Area Cafe
0
Casual Fare
Jasper’s at the Palmer Course
45
Club Fare
Lobby Bar
47
Bar
Poolside Restaurant and Bar,
225
regional cusine
The La Cantera Grille
75
Casual Dining
Three Meal Restaurant
424
Texas-inspired cuisine
F&B Averages:
BreakfastBuffet $28Cont. $25
LunchBuffet $45Plated $40
DinnerBuffet $85Plated $70
Coffee Break$14
2-Hour Open Bar$28
Elite OverviewPlanner Ratings & Reviews
Elite Overview
From the editors of Elite Meetings
La Cantera Resort & Spa overlooks Texas Hill Country and San Antonio from 550 acres on one of the area’s highest points. The lofty location is well-suited to a resort widely recognized as an ultimate destination for meetings and corporate events. The property got a total transformation in 2015, adding meeting space and enhancing its outdoor and public spaces, pool decks, and guest rooms. Everywhere, the project heightened the sense of relaxed sophistication.
For meetings, La Cantera’s 55,000 square feet of indoor space ranges from an executive boardroom to the 17,088-square-foot San Antonio Grand Ballroom, which opens onto a terrace facing the sunset across the fairways. The new La Cantera Ballroom expanded the options with 9,234 square feet of flexible space, while an additional 60,000 square feet outdoors includes the Plaza San Saba, El Fortin Lawn, Emily’s Rose Courtyard, and City View Terrace with stunning views of the Hill Country. Among the unique team-building options are barbecue competitions, wine blending, and scavenger hunts.
Outstanding dining choices range from sophisticated to casual, including Signature, Inspired by Chef Andrew Weissman, and Grille 254, a new sports bar that offers made-from-scratch food along with local craft beers. Also available are charcuterie, poolside snacks, and authentic Tex-Mex from Primero Cantina. Recreational highlights include 36 holes of championship golf; adult and family-friendly swimming pools; a 25,000-square-foot, indoor/outdoor destination spa, Loma de Vida; shuttle service to luxury shopping; and Six Flags Fiesta Texas theme park just down the road.
Planner Reviews
From our planner community
Average Planner Rating
4.6
Arrival Experience:
4.7
Meeting and Function Facilities:
4.7
Accommodations:
4.2
Activity or Recreation Options:
5.0
Food & Beverage:
4.5
Conference Services Staff:
4.8
Guest Service Experience:
4.8
Recommendation to Planners:
4.5
I can't speak highly enough about the resort and the staff. Not only is the resort beautiful and the views breathtaking, but the customer service is exceptional. The food is delicious, the spa is great - and about to be even better with their renovation. I would highly recommend this property to a meeting planner or an individual looking to stay in San Antonio.
Overall Rating: 5.0/5
Ann S. ClearEdge Partners Corporate Planner
Attended the September EMA event and the highlights were the planner's reception on the Palmer course, the pool party and the Longhorns & Lagers event. Staff was very attentive and Janica & Yamaira went above and beyond expectations.
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Erika R. YMCA of San Diego, Childcare Resource Service Association Planner
The service was excellent. The accommodations are gorgeous and the food & beverage excellent. I highly recommend this for a meeting or personal.
Overall Rating: 5.0/5
Bonnie A. Performance Solutions Corporate Planner
The hospitality here is through the roof. Love all the different types of locations on property. The adult pool is absolutely perfect. So many exciting things to come including a new ballroom and spa. Can't wait to see the complete finished product!
Overall Rating: 4.6/5
Lupe D. Coupons.com Inc. Corporate Planner
We had our company's Family Marketing Meeting at the Westin La Cantera in June of 2010. Our group ranged from seniors to small children and everyone came away from that event with wonderful memories. The weather was nice, food was authentic Tex-Mex and the service was exactly what was needed to accommodate my 130 guests.
I would recommend anyone who has a passion for golf to look at this hotel. My group of financial advisors play golf religiously and raved about the 2 courses on site. Different skill levels to accommodate the pro golfer and the beginners.
Overall Rating: 4.1/5
Molly C. Strategic Partners, Inc. Corporate Planner
Elite RatingAverage Planner Rating
This property has been certified Elite Platinum and meets at least 25 of Elite Meetings Criteria.
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Elite endorsement is never sold or licensed.
4.6
5 reviews
Arrival Experience:
4.7
Accommodations:
4.2
Food & Beverage:
4.5
Guest Service Experience:
4.8
Conference Services Staff:
4.8
Meeting and Function Facilities:
4.7
Activity or Recreation Options:
5.0
Planner-to-Planner Recommendation:
4.5
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Capacity Charts
Room Name
City View Terrace
279
N/A
0
3,000
N/A
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
El Fortin Lawn
511
N/A
0
5,497
N/A
0
0
0
90
150
0
0
0
0
Emily's Rose Courtyard
504
N/A
0
5,422
N/A
0
0
0
220
200
0
0
0
0
Event Lawn
557
N/A
0
6,000
N/A
0
0
0
1,500
1,000
0
0
0
0
Golf Academy
120
17.1 x 7
0
1,288
56 x 23
0
54
104
60
104
30
36
42
0
Golf Academy Lawn
557
N/A
0
6,000
N/A
0
0
0
1,500
1,000
0
0
0
0
La Cantera Ballroom
962
27.4 x 35
6
10,350
115 x 90
20
640
1,000
600
1,000
0
0
0
0
La Cantera Ballroom - 1 Salon
221
16.5 x 13.4
6
2,376
54 x 44
20
150
220
140
220
0
42
54
0
La Cantera Ballroom - 2 Salons
441
32.9 x 13.4
6
4,752
108 x 44
20
300
440
280
440
0
84
108
0
La Cantera Ballroom Foyer I&II
237
43.2 x 5.4
5
2,556
142 x 18
15
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Palmer Clubhouse Patio
340
25.9 x 13.1
0
3,655
85 x 43
0
0
0
200
250
0
0
0
0
Palo Duro
268
12.2 x 21.9
0
2,880
40 x 72
0
180
240
210
240
60
66
78
0
Palo Duro Terrace
134
5.2 x 25.9
0
1,445
17 x 85
0
0
0
80
0
0
0
0
0
Plaza San Saba
2,918
57 x 51
0
31,416
187 x 168
0
0
0
480
0
0
0
0
0
San Antonio Ballroom - 1 Section
166
9.8 x 17.1
6
1,792
32 x 56
20
100
168
100
168
0
50
58
0
San Antonio Ballroom - 2 Sections
332
19.5 x 17.1
6
6,584
64 x 56
20
200
320
230
320
0
66
84
0
San Antonio Ballroom - ABC, DEF, or GHI
499
17 x 29.2
6
5,376
56 x 96
20
300
520
310
520
0
96
114
0
San Antonio Ballroom ABCDEF
1,070
36.5 x 29.2
6
11,520
120 x 96
20
700
1,140
790
1,140
0
0
0
0
San Antonio Ballroom DEFGHI
999
34.1 x 29.2
6
10,752
112 x 96
20
600
1,050
700
1,050
0
0
0
0
San Antonio Ballroom DEFGHI+Cooridor
1,070
36.5 x 29.2
6
11,520
120 x 96
20
700
1,140
790
1,140
0
0
0
0
San Antonio East Terrace
189
38.7 x 4.9
0
2,032
127 x 16
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
San Antonio Foyer ABC
98
3.4 x 29.3
6
1,056
11 x 96
20
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
San Antonio Foyer ADG
431
6.4 x 67.4
6
4,641
21 x 221
20
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
San Antonio Foyer GHI
187
6.4 x 29.3
6
2,016
21 x 96
20
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
San Antonio Grand Ballroom
1,587
54 x 29
6
17,088
178 x 96
20
1,000
1,500
1,000
1,500
1,000
0
0
0
San Antonio Grand Ballroom Foyer
665
N/A
6
7,173
N/A
20
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
San Antonio North Terrace
567
8.5 x 66.4
0
6,104
28 x 218
0
0
0
270
500
0
0
0
0
San Augustin
128
7.9 x 16.2
3
1,378
26 x 53
11
81
120
80
120
42
42
48
0
San Augustin A
72
7.9 x 9.1
3
780
26 x 30
11
48
60
50
60
18
24
30
0
San Augustin B
56
7.9 x 7
3
598
26 x 23
11
36
60
40
60
18
24
30
0
San Cristobal
36
7.3 x 4.9
3
384
24 x 16
11
21
40
20
40
18
15
24
0
San Felipe
122
14.3 x 8.5
3
1,316
47 x 28
9
63
110
80
110
36
39
48
0
San Gabriel
97
7.9 x 12.2
3
1,040
26 x 40
11
63
80
60
80
30
36
42
0
San Gabriel A
56
7.9 x 7
3
598
26 x 23
11
36
60
40
60
18
24
30
0
San Gabriel B
41
7.9 x 5.2
3
442
26 x 17
11
24
35
20
35
18
21
24
0
San Jacinto Boardroom
45
8.2 x 5.5
3
486
27 x 18
11
0
0
0
0
14
0
0
0
San Jose
118
12.5 x 9.4
5
1,271
41 x 31
15
63
110
80
110
36
39
48
0
San Juan
199
21 x 9.4
3
2,139
69 x 31
11
150
220
140
220
0
42
54
0
San Juan A
98
10.4 x 9.4
3
1,054
34 x 31
11
70
100
70
100
30
36
42
0
San Juan B
98
10.4 x 9.4
3
1,054
34 x 31
11
70
100
70
100
30
36
42
0
San Juan Terrace
98
N/A
0
1,060
N/A
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
San Lorenzo
43
7.9 x 5.5
3
468
26 x 18
11
34
50
30
50
18
21
24
0
San Miguel
120
8.2 x 14.6
3
1,296
27 x 48
11
63
110
80
110
36
39
48
0
San Miguel A
63
8.2 x 7.6
3
675
27 x 25
11
27
60
40
60
18
21
30
0
San Miguel B
58
8.2 x 7
3
621
27 x 23
11
33
60
40
60
18
24
30
0
San Miguel Terrace
74
15.2 x 4.9
0
800
50 x 16
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
San Xavier
124
11.3 x 11
4
1,332
37 x 36
12
63
80
60
80
30
36
42
0
Property News
DESTINATION HOTELS & RESORTS NAMES JOHN SPOMER VICE PRESIDENT AND MANAGING DIRECTOR OF LA CANTERA HILL COUNTRY RESORT
Posted January 7, 2014
Twenty-two year industry veteran will lead iconic Texas Hill Country property
SAN ANTONIO, TX - Destination Hotels announced today that John Spomer has been named Vice President, Managing Director of the La Cantera Hill Country Resort, a member of the Destination Hotels & Resorts collection. Spomer will lead all of the day-to-day operations of the renowned four-diamond property which features 508 rooms, the casita village, 40,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and function space, nine restaurant and lounge outlets, a spa and fitness center, five pools and two championship golf courses.
"I could not be more enthusiastic about John taking on the role of Vice President and Managing Director of the Resort. In addition to a tremendous track record of success, he brings strong leadership skills and tremendous drive and determination to create a world class resort. From our earliest meetings with John, it was clear that he shared our commitment to create an extraordinary guest experience at La Cantera Hill Country Resort said Len O'Donnell, President & CEO, USAA Real Estate Company.
Since joining Destination Hotels and Resorts in 1992, Spomer has gained experience in a variety of roles with the company. Spomer began at Destination at the Inverness Hotel and Conference Center before moving into several key management roles including General Manager, Managing Director, Regional VP of Operations and finally his most recent stint as Senior Vice President of Performance Optimization and Transitions for the company.
"We are excited that John has agreed to take the helm at the La Cantera Hill Country Resort", said Jamie Sabatier, President and COO of Destination Hotels and Resorts. John brings an amazing passion for his job and a proven track record to one of our newest and most exciting properties."
Spomer is familiar with the Hill Country after spending several years leading the team at the legendary Driskill Hotel in Austin. He will officially assume the Vice President and Managing Director position on January 1, 2014 to begin ushering in a new era and repositioning of La Cantera Hill Country Resort.
About Destination Hotels & Resorts
Destination Hotels & Resorts is an exceptional collection of upscale independent hotels and resorts across North America. Offering enriching, locally-inspired experiences from alpine adventures and stunning beachfronts to urban landmarks, each property reflects the natural surroundings and culture of its distinctive locale. With more than 40 properties in premier travel destinations, including Miami, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Chicago, New Orleans, Maui, Phoenix, Santa Fe, Aspen, Vail, Lake Tahoe, Seattle, San Antonio, Denver and San Diego, the award-winning company features renowned golf courses, indigenous spas, and authentic culinary venues. For more information on Destination Hotels & Resorts, visit www.destinationhotels.com<http://www.destinationhotels.com>. Follow us on Twitter: @Destination<http://www.twitter.com/Destination>. Like us on Facebook: DestinationHotels<http://www.facebook.com/DestinationHotels>.-----------------------------------------------------------------------
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