​Classroom Location

The Rackspace Castle 

5000 Walzem Rd  
San Antonio, TX 78218 

Closest Airport:

San Antonio International Airport - SAT

Hotels

A number of hotels are within a short drive, including: 

The Hotel Valencia Riverwalk

Drury Inn and Suites 4900 Crestwind Dr, San Antonio, TX 78239 (210) 657-1107

Residence Inn San Antonio Airport 1014 Northeast Loop 410San Antonio, TX 78209 (210) 805-8118

After Class:

Dining

Budget

• Mexican Manhattan - 110 Soledad.  210-223-3913, Overlooking the San Antonio River
  
  
• Casi Rio (Tex-Mex) - A great Tex-Mex restaurant if you're on a budget.  This is the oldest restaurant on the River Walk, Casio Rio opened in 1946.  You can enjoy good local-style dining in a colorful and romantic setting.
  
  
• Schilo's Deli (German) - If you're tired of Tex-Mex, Schillo's is a great place for good German food at budget prices, right above the River Walk (next to Casa Rio).  Try their Evening Specialities, available after 5PM.  Excellent value! Split Pea Soup is a long-time favorite
  
  
• Taco Cabana - another great Tex-Mex place in San Antonio.  It's a chain located in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.

Mid-Range

• Green - 1017 N. Flores Street, near Downtown.  San Antonio's only all vegetarian eatery.  Be sure to try the soups and specials.  Dinner is generally  $7-$15.
  
  
• Joe's Crab Shack - River Walk, 212 College St, #100.  Dinner $9-$12.  A great time, especially when the waiters all stop and line dance in the aisles.  Good food, silly t-shirts.  On the north side of the River Walk loop.  A great place to host a birthday party or special occasion.  The "fish bowl" drinks are fun for two to share.
  
  
• Mi Tierra Café & Bakery - 218 Produce Row in the Mercado.  Open 24 hours.  Blow $5 on the Mariachis - they are among the best in town.  Good food, too: Tex-Mex, Mex-Mex, and Nuevo Mexicano.  Splendid bakery in the front section.  Entrees run $9-$20
  
  
• Yokonyu Sushi Bar & Restaurant - 301 E. Houston St. at Navarro.  Across from Walgreen's and the Buckhorn Museum & Saloon, just a block north of the River Walk and a couple blocks west of the Alamo.  Gorgeous lovely modern setting inside; exquisite Japanese food with a Latin flair.  Lunch Specials $9-$13, an excellent value.
  
  
• Paesanos River Walk - 111 W. Crocket #100.  210-227-2782.  Classic Mediterranean and contemporary Italian dining on the San Antonio River Walk breaks the boundaries of traditional Italian cuisine to explore modern Mediterranean specialties.  Enjoy the legendary Shrimp Paesano or oven-baked pizzas piled high with grilled chicken and artichokes, try the Lemon Peppered Salmon or the tempting Daily Specials.  Choose to eat inside or outside on the terrace setting and enjoy views of the famed River Walk.
  

Activities

• The Alamo - Considered to be hallowed ground and the Shrine of Texas Liberty, the Alamo is a former mission dating back to the late 18th century.  It was also the site of the famous Battle of the Alamo (1836).  Admission is free, although donations are appreciated.  Revenues from an adjacent gift shop fund the historic preservation efforts.
  
  
• SeaWorld San Antonio - A marine life theme park which is home to the world-famous Shamu the killer whale.  There are also thrill rides, a small water park, as well as sharks, and aquarium, penguins, seals, and sea lions, and an opportunity to pet and feed dolphins.
  
  
• Six Flags Fiesta Texas - Home to several thrill rides and exciting shows, Fiesta Texas is an entertaining theme park geared toward people of all ages.  It has a really interesting water park and the Boomerang ride is highly recommended.
  
  
• Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch - Home to a great drive-thru Safari Park!