Menger Hotel - San Antonio
29.425007, -98.485764Overview
San Antonio's oldest continuously operating hotel, adjacent to the Alamo and River Walk
History & Grounds
The Menger Hotel has been in continuous operation since 1859, making it the oldest hotel west of the Mississippi. A member of Historic Hotels of America, the hotel offers self-guided tours through its Victorian-era halls and garden courtyard. The Menger Bar, a replica of the House of Lords Club Taproom in London, is where Teddy Roosevelt recruited the Rough Riders in 1896.
Rooms & Amenities
Hotel Menger provides 316 rooms, with some in the original 1859 section featuring 14-foot ceilings and step-up bathrooms. The property has San Antonio's largest heated outdoor pool, surrounded by a courtyard with sun loungers and life-size chess. Pet-friendly accommodations and a 24-hour fitness center are available for guests.
Dining & Entertainment
The Colonial Room Restaurant serves breakfast and lunch in a setting that has hosted presidents and cattle barons. The historic Menger Bar offers drinks in a dark-wood replica of a London pub, with nightly storytelling and ghost tours. Guests can also walk to the Crockett Tavern next door for a free appetizer with a coupon provided at check-in.
Location & Nearby
The Menger Hotel sits immediately adjacent to the Alamo and just across the street from the San Antonio River Walk. Rivercenter Mall is next door, and the hotel is 5 km from San Antonio Zoo and 13 km from San Antonio International Airport. Valet parking is offered for $45-$50 per night with easy access to local attractions.
Business & Events
The San Antonio Menger Hotel has a business center and meeting facilities for conferences and events. As a designated wedding venue, the hotel offers specialized packages with courtyard and garden settings. Walking tours and self-guided historical exploration are engaging activities for corporate groups and families alike.
- History: Oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi (since 1859)
- Location: Adjacent to the Alamo and San Antonio River Walk
- Pool: Largest heated outdoor pool in San Antonio
- Dining: Colonial Room Restaurant and historic Menger Bar
- Activities: Ghost tours, self-guided tours, and life-size chess
- Pet policy: Pet-friendly rooms with special amenities
- Business: Meeting/banquet facilities and business center
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Essential information about Menger Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 105 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 200 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 12.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | San Antonio International, SAT |
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