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 The Historic Menger Hotel |
| Address - 204 Alamo Plz tx San Antonio 78205. |
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A historic hotel built when Texas was still a frontier This five-story Victorian hotel is next to the Alamo, and 1 block from the Riverwalk and the Children's Museum. The 316 guestrooms have views of the Alamo, a large pool and courtyard, the gardens, or the city of San Antonio. The Menger claims to have one of the largest pools in downtown San Antonio and includes a fitness center and day spa. |
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 DRIVING DIRECTIONS AND ATTRACTIONS |
The Alamo - next door
Riverwalk - 1 block
Children's Museum - 1 block
Buckhorn Museum - 1 block
Rivercenter Mall - 2 blocks
Convention Center - 3 blocks
La Villita (old San Antonio) - 4 blocks
Majestic Theater - 3.5 blocks
Alamodome - 5 blocks
Market Square (El Mercado) - 5.5 blocks
Institute of Texan Cultures - 6 blocks San Antonio International Airport (SAT): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 10 miles. Driving directions from SAT: Follow signs to Rte. 281 south and continue on I-37 south. Take Exit 141B (Houston St./The Alamo) and turn right on E. Houston. Turn left on Bonham St., then right on Crockett St. Turn left on Alamo Plaza and the hotel is on the left. Getting there: The SA TRANS airport shuttle is located right outside the San Antonio Airport baggage claim, and is the best option for solo travelers ($5–15). Groups of two or more will probably find it more economical to take a taxi ($16–25). (Fees are subject to change without notice.) Getting around: The Alamo and many other attractions are a short walk from the hotel. A convenient and economical way to reach other destinations is the VIA Streetcars (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice). The streetcar stop is adjacent to the hotel and provides transport around downtown, and express service to SeaWorld and Fiesta Six Flags. |
| Convention center nearby |
| Full-service health spa nearby |
| In city center |
| In entertainment district |
| In historical district |
| Water nearby |
| ROOMS |
| This hotel has 316 distinctive guestrooms with both antique and contemporary-style furnishings, high ceilings, comfortable bedding, reading chairs, and 25-inch TVs with cable and pay movies. Tiled bathrooms offer low-step tubs and handrails. All rooms have views of the pool area, the Alamo, the expansive gardens, or the city. |
| Air conditioning |
| Cable/satellite TV |
| Ceiling fan |
| Climate control |
| Clock radio |
| Desk |
| Extra towels, linens, bedding |
| Hair dryer |
| Housekeeping |
| Internet access - dial-up |
| Iron/ironing board |
| Non-smoking rooms |
| Pay movies |
| Smoking rooms |
| Video-game console |
| Voice mail |
| Wheelchair accessible |
| DINING |
| Colonial Room Restaurant - This stately neoclassical restaurant is a white-tablecloth affair with large arched windows overlooking a lush tropical garden. The specialty is American regional cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The restaurant's signature mango ice cream has been on the menu for a century. The Colonial Room serves a lunch buffet Monday through Friday, and Sunday brunch. The Menger Bar - Teddy Roosevelt reportedly recruited some of his Rough Riders from this pub-style bar built in 1887. A replica of London's House of Lords Pub, it has a gleaming cherry paneled ceiling and walls, booth seating, and glass cabinets. The bar offers a selection of fine cigars and accommodates poolside drink requests during limited hours. |
| SERVICES |
| What to expect: Built next door to the Alamo in 1859, the hotel has hosted guests such as Mae West, Teddy Roosevelt, Babe Ruth, Oscar Wilde, and other figures of history. Along with modern updates to the hotel, guests find the original neoclassical Victorian lobby, fine antiques and artwork, the bountiful courtyard garden, historic photographs, and a guest registry dating from a century ago. The cattle-trading guests of the Victorian era have changed to vacationers and business travelers today. Amenity highlights: A mirrored fitness center with cardio equipment and a TV overlooks the pool area. The secluded courtyard surrounds a large swimming pool and spa tub, shaded by old-growth palm trees and lush botanicals. The Alamo Plaza Spa offers European-style treatments including massages, scrubs, and facials, steam baths, and a Finnish sauna. Guests can have a nightcap at the Menger Bar, built in 1887 as a replica of London's House of Lords Pub. |
| The Historic Menger has 11,000 square feet of meeting and special event space that includes a ballroom, poolside space, and a large patio for events under the stars. The self-serve business center has a computer, photocopier, and fax machine. The Alamo Plaza Spa offers a selection of European-style spa treatments including massages, scrubs, and facials. It also offers a steam bath and Finnish sauna. A secluded courtyard surrounds a large swimming pool and spa tub, shaded by old-growth palm trees and botanicals. The pool area has plenty of chaise lounges and tables with umbrellas. |
| Gift shops or newsstand |
| Garden |
| 24-hour front desk |
| Air-conditioned public areas |
| Arcade/game room |
| Audio-visual equipment |
| Babysitting or child care |
| Banquet facilities |
| Bar/lounge |
| Business center |
| Catering |
| Complimentary newspapers in lobby |
| Computer rental |
| Concierge services |
| Conference room(s) |
| Cribs available |
| Doorman/doorwoman |
| Express check-in/check-out |
| Fax machine |
| Fitness equipment |
| Wheelchair accessible |
| Wake-up calls |
| Turndown service |
| Room service (24 hours) |
| Safe-deposit box - front desk |
| Security guard |
| Shopping on site |
| Spa services on site |
| Spa tub |
| Swimming pool - outdoor |
| Rollaway beds |
| Restaurant(s) in hotel |
| Porter/bellhop |
| Photocopy machines |
| Parking (valet) |
| Parking (surcharge) |
| Number of rooms: 316 |
| Multilingual staff |
| Maid service daily |
| Internet access in public areas - surcharge |
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