The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton HotelvsMokara Hotel & Spa
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. Overall, Mokara Hotel and Spa scores significantly better than The Emily Morgan Hotel. Mokara Hotel and Spa comes in at #1 in San Antonio with approval from 10 reviewers like Oyster, Travel + Leisure and Fodor's.
The Emily Morgan San Antonio - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
705 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $99/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Star Service
"Urban and sophisticated, contemporary and comfortable, the decor throughout is largely tone-on-tone without being monotonous, showing dozens of cream and brown shades." Full review
Frommer's
"This hotel is located next to the Alamo and is housed in a Gothic skyscraper from the 1920s. ... The location is ideal for visitors. ... The combination of style, comfort, and history is hard to beat." Full review
Fodor's
"Built in the 1920s and named for the woman who inspired the song "The Yellow Rose of Texas," this boutique hotel sits across from the Alamo on a triangular piece of land." Full review
Gayot
"This property draws attention to the local legend with its name and is one of the most popular hotels in the downtown area." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Located across from the famous Alamo and boasting a rich history (as well as, potentially, a few ghosts), the Emily Morgan Hotel is an excellent upscale property in downtown San Antonio." Full review
Frommer's
"Rooms are colorful and stylish, with salmon walls and leather accents. This historic—and reputedly haunted—hotel is a fun place to stay, and the lobby bar during happy hour is a lively local scene." Full review
Frommer's
"Rooms are colorful and stylish, with salmon walls and leather accents. This historic and reputedly haunted hotel is a fun place to stay, and the lobby bar during happy hour is a lively local scene." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The name sounds as though it should be awash in floral prints and lace runners, but this historic hotel right behind the Alamo is actually pretty stylish, and is now a Hilton property." Full review
Mokara Hotel & Spa
212 W. Crockett, San Antonio, TX 78205
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Luxury accommodations and services are offered at this hotel in the shell of the historic 19th-century L. Frank Saddlery Building with an entrance facing the River Walk." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The 99-room Mokara is one of San Antonio’s most stylish hotels." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Formerly the Watermark Hotel & Spa." Full review
Star Service
"Once the Watermark Hotel, the Mokara Hotel & Spa is located across the river from sister Omni La Mansion del Rio." Full review
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Multiple phones, mostly new flat-screen TVs, CD players, costly wireless high-speed Internet access, robes, safes and espresso coffeemakers are standard, and fax machines, VCRs and DVD players are available upon request.
Gayot
"Refined and tasteful, with just the right blend of urban sophistication and Texas warmth, this smoke-free hotel is in a great location, just minutes from The Alamo."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Mokara Hotel & Spa, housed in a building that once served as a saddlery, provides plush accommodations and a world-class spa." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This "well-located hotel" near the Alamo and the River Walk promises a "touch of luxury."" Full review
Jetsetter
"A relaxing luxury hotel on the famous River Walk, with an exceptional restaurant and a dreamy rooftop pool."
Frommer's
"It’s close to downtown’s three major theaters and several fine dining venues—feels peaceful and restorative...rooms are comfortably sophisticated, with high ceilings, luxe bedding, oversize bathrooms " Full review
Lonely Planet
"If you really want to go all out, this luxurious hotel... is a good place to get pampered." Full review