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The Fairmount HotelvsHilton Palacio del Rio
Both The Fairmount and Hilton Palacio del Rio are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, The Fairmount ranks marginally better than Hilton Palacio del Rio. The Fairmount ranks #17 in San Antonio with approval from 5 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Gayot.
The Fairmount Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Gayot Frommer's
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
Hilton Palacio del Rio Fodor's Lonely Planet
Star Service Gayot
Oyster
200 South Alamo Street, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $144/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
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 "A Hilton is a Hilton is a Hilton. But at least the location of this one is prime." Full review
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 "Today this elegant hotel sits right in the heart of the River Walk and just steps from the Convention Center and HemisFair Plaza."
OysterUpscale
"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
