Bed & Breakfasts in San Antonio

Not surprisingly, there are some incredible old historic homes in San Antonio, and many have been converted into bed and breakfasts so everyone can enjoy them. The hard part is picking out which one to stay in since there are so many, each with their own individual charm. There are even haunted houses if you like a good scare! And if you're already a San Antonio resident, just getting away for a night or two at a charming house along the Riverwalk can be quite a treat. There are a couple of different neighborhoods you should consider when looking at B&Bs in San Antonio. There are two main historical districts in town, Monte Vista and the King William district. Monte Vista is the largest historical neighborhood, and features a fascinating array of different architectural designs. Ruckman Haus is an example of the Spanish architecture that influenced many homes built around the late 1800s and early 1900s. The rooms here have European themes -- there's the Luxembourg room, the French room, the Sun (Spanish-inspired) room -- and are impeccably decorated and kept up. With super-comfortable beds and luxurious old bathtubs, this is one of the more romantic options in town. King William is the most famous of the historical districts in town, and is worth a visit even if you aren't staying there to see some of the old homes. There are a ton of options if you do choose to stay, though, most within walking distance of the Riverwalk. One of the most highly rated Victorian B&Bs in the area is the Yellow Rose, which is right in the middle of everything yet still feels private and calm. The rooms are large and elegant, and the meals are, too. Another popular style from the turn of the century is Greek revival, and there are a couple of top-rated B&Bs in the revival style around here, complete with white columns and ornate detailing. The Gardenia Inn and Brackenridge House are both built in this style, and are both still family-owned and are beautifully decorated with family heirlooms. If you're already familiar with the historic districts, though, get out of town a short ways to one of the small nearby towns like New Braunfels, where the Prince Solms Inn (a registered landmark) has stood with its proud German Heritage for over a hundred years. There are lots of other small quaint towns to explore in the area, and the breakfast has just the right amount of German flavor to it. These are but a few of the many, many B&Bs in the area. But when you toss together some lovely architecture, innkeepers/owners brimming with Texas hospitality and some good ol' Southern home cooking, you can't really go wrong.

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