San Antonio, TX Historical significanceLocated next door to the Alamo and one block from Riverwalk, this hotel is an exceptional example of Gothic Revival Architecture, complete with gargoyles hanging over the exterior.
Past meets presentSurrounded by Texas history, this hotel blends polished stone floors and limestone with traditional furnishings and a grand staircase; a stainless-steel pool occupies the hotel’s terrace.
Urban eleganceThe 177 guestrooms are architecturally unique, some with high ceilings and others with ornate curves; all overlook the city skyline or the historic Alamo and its gardens.
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What to expect: Historic Gothic Revival meets urban contemporary at the Emily Morgan Hotel, where business travelers and vacationers can stay in the center of the action. Pets are also welcome. Adjacent to the famous Alamo, this 14-story hotel is a modern oasis surrounded by Texas history. Polished stone floors and Texas limestone blends with traditional mahogany furnishings and custom fabrics. A see-through stone fireplace flanks a commanding central staircase.
Amenity highlights: Pots of bamboo line the terrace, where a stainless-steel pool and spa tub overlook the San Antonio skyline. The fitness center offers free weights and cardio equipment, fresh towels, purified water, and two TVs. A library with fireplace adjoins the lobby.
Insider tip: In February of 2000, workers in the Alamo discovered a series of frescoes painted on one of the walls in the 1700s. Historians believe that friars living in the mission taught the Native Americans how to paint in a style that was used in Mexico City in the 1500s. Visitors can view the frescoes. Admission is free.
Dinining
- ORO Restaurant and Bar This warm and sophisticated restaurant overlooks the gardens of the Alamo and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Comfortable booths are lit with votive candles for intimate conversations. Specializes in Italian cuisine such as fresh pasta, Tuscan steak, and custard flan. Tall tooledleather and wroughtiron stools pull up to the bar, which is topped with Mexican onyx and lit from beneath to create a soft glow. Room service—available 24 hours daily—includes Emily's own inhouse pizza delivery. There is also a weekend breakfast buffet.
Property amenities
The hotel's stainless-steel swimming pool and spa tub overlook the San Antonio skyline. The fitness center offers free weights and cardio equipment, fresh towels, purified water, and two TVs. A library with fireplace adjoins the lobby. Pets are welcome; pet menu offered.
Meeting space totals 2,500 square feet; catering service is offered.
Parking is offered for $18 plus tax, daily.
Airport shuttle service is available for $12 per person, one way.
List of property amenities - 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- ATM/banking
- Audio-visual equipment
- Banquet facilities
- Bar/lounge
- Business center
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Concierge services
- Conference room(s)
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Dry cleaning service (Mon - Fri)
- Event catering
- Express check-out
- Fitness equipment
- Internet access - wireless
- Library
- Multilingual staff
- Number of rooms: 177
- Parking (valet)
- Porter/bellhop
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
- Room service (24 hours)
- Safe-deposit box - front desk
- Security guard
- Spa tub
- Suitable for children
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tour assistance
Room amenities
- Internet access - wireless
- Cable/satellite TV
- Pay movies
- Video-game console
- CD player
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Premium bedding
- Climate control
- Complimentary newspaper (M-F)
- Air conditioning
- Multi-line phone
- Voice mail
- Internet access - surcharge
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Wake-up calls
- Housekeeping
- Extra towels, linens, bedding
- Turndown service
- Designer toiletries
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- Desk
- Clock radio
- Rollaway beds
- Cribs (infant beds) available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Smoking rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Rooms
This hotel offers 177 guestrooms. Urban-contemporary decor showcases mahogany furnishings, high-backed headboards, and armoires with 27-inch TVs. Drawing room-style doors lead into granite-and-tile bathrooms with chrome accessories. Architecturally, no two rooms are alike. Some have high ceilings; others have dramatic curves and moldings. All rooms have views of the city or the Alamo and its gardens.
Amenities include cotton waffle bathrobes; floor-to-ceiling curtains, granite-topped desks, and ergonomic chairs. Accommodations also have CD players, complimentary Wolfgang Puck coffee, and USA Today is delivered Monday–Friday. Bathrooms are stocked with Aveda bath products.
Wireless Internet access is available ($9.95 per day).
Wireless Internet Access
This hotel offers Wireless Internet access (Source: JiWire Inc.)
Policies
Pets are allowed.
All prices are per room/unit for one adult and may not include: taxes, surcharges (including energy surcharges), extra guest charges, and extra cost options.
There are no room charges for children 16 and younger occupying the same room as their parents.
Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.
- Pets accepted
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
Rates from $149.00 | |