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Peachtree Group Opens Residence Inn San Antonio Riverwalk

Peachtree Group and Meritt Development Group have opened a 10-story, 171-suite extended-stay hotel in downtown San Antonio.

The short answer

Peachtree Group and Meritt Development Group have officially opened the 171-suite Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk. The 10-story extended-stay property offers full kitchens, meeting rooms, and proximity to the Henry B. González Convention Center.

171
all-suite guest rooms
studio and one-bedroom layouts
10
building stories
downtown San Antonio property
$525 million
total value of Peachtree DST offerings
following two recent acquisitions
“As travel continues to evolve, extended-stay guests are seeking spaces that feel intentional, design-driven and seamlessly connected to their surroundings.”
Corina Lathan, General Manager, Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk
Peachtree Group Opens Residence Inn San Antonio Riverwalk
Photo: Max Vakhtbovych / Pexels

The short version

  • Peachtree Group and Meritt Development Group delivered a 10-story, 171-suite extended-stay hotel in downtown San Antonio.
  • Corina Lathan serves as general manager for the property, which targets both transient and long-stay guests.
  • Peachtree expanded its separate DST platform to approximately $525 million across recent 1031 exchange acquisitions.

Peachtree Group and Meritt Development Group have opened the Residence Inn by Marriott San Antonio Riverwalk, a 10-story, 171-suite extended-stay property in downtown San Antonio [1]. Designed for short visits and long-term stays, the all-suite hotel features full in-room kitchens, on-site dining, meeting rooms with QR code booking, and direct access to major local attractions [2].

What are the property details and suite features?

The hotel is a 10-story building offering 171 extended-stay suites, according to Asian Hospitality [1]. Accommodations are configured as studio and one-bedroom layouts, as reported by Hotel Business [2]. Each suite includes a fully equipped kitchen, distinct living areas, and dedicated work spaces structured to accommodate both short-term guests and long-stay business or leisure travelers [2].

hotel dining breakfast buffet market
Photo: Quang Nguyen Vinh / Pexels

What dining and food amenities are available to guests?

The property offers complimentary hot breakfast alongside multiple on-site and on-demand food options [2]. On the property, guests have access to a full-service Starbucks and a 24-hour retail market [1]. For extended-stay meal prep, guests can utilize a complimentary grocery delivery service by turning in a branded checklist to the front desk, which sources items from a local store [2]. Furthermore, guests ordering delivery via Marriott International's partnership with Uber Eats earn Marriott Bonvoy points [2].

hotel outdoor lounge fire pit
Photo: Magda Ehlers / Pexels
FeatureResidence Inn San Antonio Riverwalk Specifications
Building Height10 stories [1]
Room Count171 suites [1]
Suite ConfigurationsStudio and one-bedroom layouts [1]
In-Suite AmenitiesFull kitchens, separate living and working areas [2]
Food & BeverageComplimentary breakfast, full Starbucks, 24-hour market [2]
Booking TechnologyQR code reservation for on-site meeting space [1]
river walk urban canal downtown
Photo: Tuba Karabulut / Pexels

What productivity and leisure facilities does the hotel provide?

The hotel incorporates wellness and business facilities including an on-site fitness center, an outdoor lounge area, and an outdoor fire pit [1]. For business gatherings, the property provides dedicated meeting space equipped with built-in audiovisual technology [2]. Event planners and guests can reserve the meeting room directly through the sales team, the front desk, or via on-site QR code booking [1].

Where is the new hotel located relative to San Antonio demand drivers?

The hotel sits in downtown San Antonio near the San Antonio River Walk and local dining and cultural districts [1]. Hotel Business reported that the location is steps away from the River Walk [2]. Key commercial and tourism anchors nearby include The Alamo, La Villita Historic Arts Village, the Henry B. González Convention Center, and the Pearl District [1], [2].

How does this project fit into Peachtree Group's wider portfolio?

Peachtree Group co-developed the property with Meritt Development Group—spelled Merritt Development Group by Hotel Business [1], [2]. General manager Corina Lathan noted that extended-stay travelers increasingly demand spaces that balance flexibility and intentional design in urban locations [2]. Separately, Asian Hospitality noted that Peachtree has expanded its Delaware Statutory Trust platform through two acquisitions for accredited 1031 exchange investors, bringing its total DST offerings to roughly $525 million [1].

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Frequently asked

+Who developed the Residence Inn San Antonio Riverwalk?

The property was jointly developed by Peachtree Group and Meritt Development Group, referred to in some reports as Merritt Development Group.

+How many rooms are at the Residence Inn San Antonio Riverwalk?

The hotel features 171 extended-stay suites across 10 stories, divided into studio and one-bedroom layouts.

+What dining amenities are offered on-site?

Guests receive complimentary hot breakfast and have access to a full-service Starbucks, a 24-hour market, complimentary grocery delivery, and Marriott Bonvoy point accrual on Uber Eats orders.

+What business amenities are available at the property?

The hotel provides dedicated meeting space equipped with built-in audiovisual capabilities, reservable through the sales team, front desk, or QR code booking.

+Which major landmarks are near the hotel?

The property is located near the San Antonio River Walk, The Alamo, La Villita Historic Arts Village, the Henry B. González Convention Center, and the Pearl District.

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