Weekend Getaways Near San Antonio — 20 Minutes from Downtown
A Friday-to-Sunday creek cabin escape on spring-fed Cibolo Creek. No airport, no 3-hour drive — just 20 minutes east of downtown SA, AC cabins, kayak wristbands ($19.99/person) & paddleboards with a cabana rental, and a fire pit at every cabin.
Your Weekend Getaway — Hour by Hour
A real Friday-to-Sunday itinerary that families and couples actually run when they book a weekend at Son's Rio Cibolo.
Arrive & decompress
Check in at the cabin (only 20 min east of downtown SA — no airport, no traffic). Unpack, stock the fridge from the H-E-B 10 minutes back up I-10, and pour the first one on the deck.
Fire pit & dinner at the cabin
Every cabin has a fire pit, picnic table, and BBQ grill. Cook on the firepit or take the short drive into Cibolo for The Lodge or Bird Bakery's brick-oven pizza.
Coffee, then the creek
kayak & paddleboard wristbands are $19.99 per person for overnight guests at Son's Rio Cibolo. Cibolo Creek is spring-fed (~70°F year-round), calm enough for kids, with shallow wading areas and swimming holes.
Lunch + pool + nap
BBQ at the cabin, then the heated pool and hot tubs are right there. Game room, volleyball, and basketball if anyone wants to move.
Golden hour on the deck
Waterfront cabins back right up to the creek. Bring a cocktail, watch the light hit the live oaks, then back to the fire pit for s'mores.
Slow checkout
Check-out is 11 AM. Plenty of time for one more coffee, one more kayak run, or one more swim before the easy 20-minute drive home.
Pick the Right Cabin for Your Weekend
Waterfront Cabins
From $199
Private creek-facing deck, fire pit, AC, full kitchen. The hands-down pick for a couples weekend.
FamiliesFamily Cabins & Safari Cabins
From $129
Sleep 4–7 with full kitchens and bathrooms. Family-cabin clusters keep big groups together.
BudgetGlamping Cabins & Bell Tents
From $49
AC glamping cabins and bell tents — same property, same creek, same firepit, lower price.
A Weekend Trip You Can Drive To After Work
Drive times from across the San Antonio metro:
Weekend Getaways Near San Antonio — FAQs
What's the best weekend getaway near San Antonio?
For a screen-free, family-friendly creek weekend that's actually close to SA, Son's Rio Cibolo is the standout — 20 minutes east of downtown on 2 miles of spring-fed Cibolo Creek, with AC cabins, kayak & paddleboard wristbands ($19.99/person) with a cabana rental, fire pits, pool, and no party scene.
How far is Son's Rio Cibolo from San Antonio?
20 minutes east of downtown San Antonio via I-10 in Marion, TX. 25 minutes from Stone Oak, 15 minutes from Schertz/Cibolo, 25 minutes from Alamo Heights, and 25 minutes from New Braunfels.
How much does a weekend cabin near San Antonio cost?
Bell tents from $49/night, glamping cabins $69–$199, safari cabins $179–$279, and waterfront cabins $199–$329. Most weekend stays are 2 nights — Fri/Sat.
Is this a good weekend getaway for couples?
Yes. Waterfront cabins have private creek-facing decks, fire pits, and hot tubs. See the dedicated romantic getaway page for couples-focused options.
Is it good for families with young kids?
Excellent. Cibolo Creek has shallow wading areas, the property has 100 acres to roam, the pool is heated, and every cabin has AC. The whole property is pet-free and quiet.
What weekends book up first?
Memorial Day weekend, July 4th weekend, Labor Day weekend, spring break, and Easter weekend book 4–8 weeks in advance. Fall and winter weekends typically have open availability inside 2 weeks.
Ready for Your Weekend?
Weekend dates book first. Lock in your Friday-to-Sunday creek cabin.
Also browse: family cabins near SA, waterfront cabins near SA, glamping near SA, romantic getaways, group retreats, and our fall weekend guide.
