Coates Chapel and Courtyard
Beautifully landscaped courtyards and a gothic chapel with soaring ceilings attract those seeking an authentic San Antonio experience reminiscent of the city’s early days. This dramatic setting, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offers elegant, spacious interiors along with picturesque outdoor spaces.
Built in 1867, the versatile, L-shaped chapel has an ante-room that opens onto the gardens and an adjacent full catering kitchen. Relaxing space hidden under the eaves provides a tranquil bride’s room.
Coates Chapel Event Capacity
Can be configured for as few as 50 or as many as 300 guests
Rental Pricing & Additional Information
Includes the Convent and River Gardens, as well as River Walk barge access.
Monday – Thursday: $3,000
Friday or Sunday: $4,000
Saturday: $5,000
Special daytime rates are available Monday through Thursday for events held between 8am - 3pm.
All rental events at the Coates Chapel require the presence of a provided security officer, beginning 30 minutes prior to guests arriving and continuing for 30 minutes after final guest departure. The cost for each provided security officer is $55 per hour.
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Urschel Dining Hall
Limestone walls, high ceilings, burnished wooden tables, and contemporary artwork add a warm ambience to the intimate space of the Urschel Dining Hall. Formerly the original dining refectory of the old Ursuline Academy, this area provides a welcoming setting for small gatherings.
Urschel Dining Hall Event Capacity
Can accommodate up to 70 guests
Rental Pricing & Additional Information
Monday – Friday (5pm - 1am) : $1,000
Saturday and Sunday (3pm - 1am) : $1,500
All rental events at the Urschel Dining Hall require the presence of a provided security officer, beginning 30 minutes prior to guests arriving and continuing for 30 minutes after final guest departure. The cost for each provided security officer is $55 per hour.
Russell Hill Rogers Lecture Hall and Courtyard
The contemporary space of the Russell Hill Rogers Lecture Hall is conducive to business meetings, screenings, small conferences, or receptions. The lecture hall offers a state-of-the-art audio-visual system for films or presentations. It is next door to the art school’s largest exhibition spaces, which are typically filled with works by some of the country’s best contemporary artists. The hall is well-equipped for a variety of seating or cocktail options and opens onto a shaded brick patio.
Russell Hill Rogers Lecture Hall Event Capacity
Can be configured for up to 100 guests
Rental Pricing & Additional Information
Daily usage rate: $1,000
All rental events at the Russell Hill Rogers Lecture Hall and Courtyard require the presence of a provided security officer, beginning 30 minutes prior to guests arriving and continuing for 30 minutes after final guest departure. The cost for each provided security officer is $55 per hour.
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Bolner Conference Room
This large, light-filled second-floor conference room is available for meetings and corporate retreats. Built-in projection system bring the modern world into the historic ambiance of the old convent dormitory.
Bolner Conference Room Capacity
Rental Pricing & Additional Information