Menger Hotel - San Antonio

Historic hotel adjacent to the Alamo and San Antonio River Walk

Historical Significance & Location

The Menger Hotel, a Member of Historic Hotels of America, sits directly adjacent to the Alamo and the San Antonio River Walk. Built in 1859, it is the oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi River. Guests can walk to the Shops at Rivercenter and the River Walk within minutes.

Rooms & Suites

Menger Hotel San Antonio offers 316 rooms, including the Moody Suite on the north side with a double-door marble foyer entrance and chandeliers. The suite includes a mirrored wet bar, formal dining table, and two oversized bathrooms with sitting areas. Other rooms feature 4.3 m ceilings, balcony views of the pool, and Victorian-era furnishings.

Dining & Bar

The Colonial Room Restaurant serves breakfast and lunch with local cuisine. The Menger Bar is a replica of the House of Lords Club Taproom in London and remains the oldest continuously operating bar in San Antonio. Teddy Roosevelt recruited his Rough Riders in this bar in 1896.

On-Site Amenities

The hotel has the largest heated outdoor pool in San Antonio, surrounded by a courtyard garden with sun loungers and umbrellas. A 24-hour fitness center and a business center with meeting facilities are available. Pet-friendly accommodations include special amenities, and valet parking provides easy access to local attractions.

Activities & Experiences

Menger Hotel offers self-guided tours through its Victorian-era halls, highlighting historic photographs and antique furniture. Engaging ghost tours are available for guests interested in the hotel's reported paranormal activity. The hotel also provides walking tours of the nearby Alamo and River Walk for history enthusiasts and families.

• Location: Adjacent to the Alamo and a block from the River Walk
• Rooms: 316 rooms including Victorian-era and Moody Suite with chandeliers and formal dining table
• Dining: Colonial Room Restaurant and the historic Menger Bar (replica of House of Lords Club Taproom)
• Amenities: Largest heated outdoor pool in San Antonio plus 24-hour fitness center
• History: Member of Historic Hotels of America; Teddy Roosevelt recruited Rough Riders here