Menger Hotel San Antonio

The Menger Hotel San Antonio is close to the Alamo and to River Center Mall. It is just a block from the River Walk. This hotel has a history...This hotel opened back in 1859, prior to the Civil War. Among its most famous Civil War guests are Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant!

Many of the rooms are still decorated in 19th century style. Some have been refurbished and are completely modernized. When you make a reservation, if you want modern furnishings, make sure you specify that you want a recently refurbished room. Likewise, if you want a room with antique furnishings, ask for that. They really are beautiful.

This is a huge hotel, the size of a city block, with 316 rooms. Rooms cost from $215 for a double occupancy up to $495 for a suite per night.

This hotel's amenities include a large heated swimming pool, a spa, bar, restaurant, laundry and dry cleaning services, some room service, a Jacuzzi, a workout room, and a shopping arcade.

Don't worry--all rooms have air conditioning, high speed internet, pay-per-view movie service, cable TV, hair dryer, and iron. For $25 more, your room can have a mini fridge. Valet parking is also available for a $25 fee.

Pictured above, my son, Matthew, poses by the hotel's very old piano.

If you are a paranormal fan, this hotel claims at least 32 ghosts live within its walls.

Other famous guests over the years include Sarah Bernhardt, Babe Ruth, Mae West, Teddy Roosevelt, and many others. This has been The Place to stay in downtown San Antonio for many years.

The Menger Hotel San Antonio is located at 204 Alamo Plaza at Crockett Street.

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