Is there hope, when there is domestic violence?

Thought it was a fluke, something alcohol induced. Believed the apologies... The promises... The vows of marriage. He's a great guy but not. I love him. I want to make it work (and I'm no angel) but trying to talk it out isn't working. I'm feeling so alnoe in our endevors. I hate being called bad words, I hate being a failuer as a wife, I am feeling out of options... He controls me, puts me down and hits me every now and then when he thinks I am out of hand? I beg him for counseling but have yet to see that happen even though he confesess to his wrong doings. He won't stop drinking and I really don't want to either. It's usually fun... but not always? Is there a light at the end of this tunnel or am I spinning my wheels to no end?