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Hilton Palacio del Rio vs Menger Hotel

Both Hilton Palacio del Rio and Menger Hotel are rated highly by writers. Overall, Menger Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Hilton Palacio del Rio. Menger Hotel is ranked #14 in San Antonio with recommendations from 8 reviewers like Fodor's, Frommer's and Gayot.

Hilton Palacio del Rio
Hilton Palacio del Rio
7 / 10
200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $144 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's Fodor's
"A towering complex with a central location on the busy part of the River Walk, this Hilton is steps away from many top restaurants and attractions." Full review
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Ask for a balcony overlooking the river, and watch the barges and tourists go by.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"A Hilton is a Hilton is a Hilton. But at least the location of this one is prime." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Built between the Summer of Love and Woodstock, this landmark 21-story hotel is shows a colorful contemporary decor that has some groovy retro accents." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Today this elegant hotel sits right in the heart of the River Walk and just steps from the Convention Center and HemisFair Plaza."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Hilton Palacio Del Rio is an upscale hotel with vibrant Southwestern style and a trendy River Walk location, a few blocks from the Alamo." Full review
Menger Hotel
Menger Hotel
7 / 10
204 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $104 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Built in 1859, The Menger retains its Victorian-era lobby and the period features. Some rooms are filled with antiques while others are modern additions."
Fodor's Fodor's
"You'll be the envy of many an overheated tourist strolling immediately across the street from the entrance to the Alamo into the cool lobby and up to your room." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"A glazed iron canopy and intricate railings form the facade of the elegant Menger, built in 1859, barely a generation after the fall of The Alamo."
Gayot Gayot
"Standing right beside The Alamo, this 1859 hotel has welcomed countless notables."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The lovely three-story Victorian lobby is decorated with antiques, the Menger Bar is a legendary San Antonio tavern, and the hotel is reputedly home to numerous ghosts."
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