Brackenridge House Bed and BreakfastvsThe Fairmount Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, The Fairmount is the choice of most reviewers compared to Brackenridge House Bed and Breakfast. The Fairmount scores 81 with accolades from 5 reviewers like Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Brackenridge House Bed and Breakfast
230 Madison, San Antonio, TX 78204
From $159/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Frommer's
"Owners Sue and Bennie (aka the King of King William) Blansett instantly make you feel welcome. They also offer little extras and are quick to help you find whatever you need." Full review
Fodor's
"The first B&B in the King William Historic District, Brackenridge House has a two-story veranda overlooking a tree-lined street." Full review
Gayot
"This B&B is owned by native Texans who were once stationed at San Antonio's Kelly Air Force base, and guests staying here can expect some good old-fashioned Southern hospitality."
Lonely Planet
"This hospitable B&B likes to feed you, from the formal, three-course breakfast to sherry and chocolate treats later in the day." Full review
The Fairmount Hotel
401 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $150/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Not to be confused with the Fairmont luxury hotels, this is a small San Antonio original, independently owned and one of a kind." Full review
Fodor's
"At the pinnacle of boutique, luxury hotels in San Antonio, it offers premium amenities such as flat-screen TVs, canopy beds, verandas, marble baths, and a courtyard with a fountain." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Small and unassuming. You could almost walk by and miss the exclusive digs at the Fairmount. Good thing, too. Who wants others to notice?" Full review
Michelin Guide
"A small jewel of dark-red brick, carved limestone and elaborate pediments, this ornate ltalianate railway hotel was built in 1906 and moved six blocks and across a bridge in 1985."
Gayot
"The 74 guest rooms and suites maintain the historic atmosphere while catering to the needs of modern travelers with amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi."
Frommer's
"The rooms, decorated in period style and furnished with antiques, vary a great deal, but most are of comfortable size and have lovely marble bathrooms. " Full review