Welcome to Holiday Inn Express Powless Guesthouse on Joint Base San Antonio, an IHG Army Hotel.
Whether you are traveling on official business, TDY, PCS, or simply visiting, our convenient military hotel offers all the comforts specifically designed for military travelers, families, contractors and retirees.
We are located across from The Center for the Intrepid, the Fisher House and San Antonio Army Medical Center. We are also eight miles from San Antonio International Airport. Nearby post facilities include the Post Exchange, Commissary, The Jimmy Brought Fitness Facility, Aquatic Center with a water park and Salado Park. Downtown San Antonio is home to the RiverWalk, the iconic Alamo and a host of other major attractions.
Our guests enjoy complimentary daily Express Start hot breakfast, free WiFi Internet, pet friendly accommodations, guest laundry facilities, a children's playground, fitness center and business center. Join us Wednesday evening for our weekly social to share a complimentary meal, and warm hospitality. IHG One Rewards members earn valuable points for their stays.
Privately owned weapons will not be stored in privatized lodging, guest houses or vehicles. Please contact post security for further weapon instructions prior to visiting JBSA Ft. Sam Houston. Before arrival, please check our Post Access Contact List for the most current access guidelines.
From complimentary shuttle service throughout the area to a free, hot breakfast each morning, our hotel staff is dedicated to providing what you need for a stress-free stay. Privately-owned weapons will not be stored in privatized lodging or vehicles. Please contact post security for further weapon instructions prior to visiting JBSA- Ft. Sam Houston.
Guests can rest easy in a room that is equipped with everything they need for a comfortable stay. Free high-speed WIFI access keeps you connected and a 32-inch flat panel TV and DVD player offer entertainment. The sink, mini fridge, microwave and coffeemaker conjure a feeling of home.
Ideal for families and extended stays. Our suites have larger floor plans with a living area, a separate bedroom area, a sleeper sofa and a 32-inch flat screen TV. Perks include secure and fast high-speed Internet access and a microwave, mini fridge coffeemaker and sink for quick meals.
From the airport, take I-410 E. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for I-35 S/I-410 S/San Antonio/Randolph Blvd/Windcrest, merge onto I-35 S/I-410 S Continue to follow I-35 S Take exit 163 toward Brooke Army/Binz-Engleman Rd/Medical Center Take a right on George Beach Ave to enter Fort Sam Houston Follow George Beach Ave. for about a half mile. The Powless Guesthouse is on your left hand side
We know there are no friends quite like our furry ones, from service dogs to the family cat. That’s why we do our best to accommodate animals, too. Please read our full policy before your visit to make sure your pet pal is allowed on the premises.
Check out the on-Post Harlequin Dinner Theatre for an unforgettable evening. Five-time winner of the "Best in Festival Award" at the Army's Festival of Performing Arts, this talented troupe's repertoire includes everything from musicals to Shakespeare.
Why not take an afternoon and head to North Star Mall, about five miles from us. Don't miss the world's largest pair of cowboy boots outside Saks, then head indoors to browse the more than 200 retailers before selecting a restaurant for a delicious meal.
Explore the Fort Sam Houston Museum and the AMEDD Museum during your stay. The history museum offers insight into the fort's storied past, while the AMEDD Museum relays the crucial role of the Army Medical Department. Then take a stroll around the Quadrangle.
The hotel's playground offers a great way for the kids to work off excess energy in a safe environment. Other family-friendly features include pet-friendly rooms, a smoke-free environment, grills for the use of our guests and our dedicated, helpful staff.
You can be assured that when you stay at an IHG Green Engage Hotel, you are participating in an advanced, world-wide sustainability effort. We understand that it is important for you to have an active role in protecting our environment and that's why we've made it easier for you to choose a hotel that matches your sustainable values.
