Menger Hotel

What Menger Hotel does

Menger Hotel is a privately held, 316-room historic full-service hotel located directly on Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio, Texas. Established in 1859 by William Menger, it is the oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi and a designated member of Historic Hotels of America under the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The property offers accommodations ranging from Menger Petite rooms to themed luxury suites (Victorian, Roy Rogers, King Ranch, Babe Ruth, Teddy Roosevelt), supported by on-site F&B at the 1887 Menger Bar and Mengerita Tacos, in-room dining, San Antonio's largest downtown outdoor hotel pool, and over 20,000 square feet of event and wedding space.

The underlying technology stack consists of a standard property management system with the SynXis direct booking engine, 360-degree virtual tours via Threshold360, high-speed Wi-Fi, in-room entertainment, and a 24-hour fitness center. There is no proprietary technology platform; the property's competitive differentiation is anchored in physical heritage assets, real estate location, and curated experiences rather than software. The hotel is ADA-compliant under 28 CFR Part 36 and integrates with the adjacent Plaza de Valero pedestrian plaza unveiled in partnership with the Alamo Restoration project.

The business model is multi-stream: nightly room bookings (primary), food and beverage, wedding and corporate event rentals with catering minimums ranging from $2,500 to $15,000, valet parking ($54-$59 per night), pool day passes via ResortPass, and à la carte enhancements (champagne, flowers, late checkout). Distribution combines direct booking through SynXis and phone reservations with third-party OTAs and niche marketplaces. Customer segments span leisure tourists, wedding parties, corporate groups, military and first responders, university visitors, Texas residents, and couples, with targeted packages offering discounts of up to 25%. Pricing is dynamic by season and room type, and the firm has no public funding, parent company, or disclosed financials.

Name

Menger Hotel

Legal name

The Menger Hotel

Website

https://mengerhotel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1859

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Menger Hotel is a privately held, 316-room historic full-service hotel on Alamo Plaza in San Antonio, Texas, serving leisure tourists, wedding parties, corporate groups, and university visitors with on-site F&B, event venues, and the city's largest downtown hotel pool.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Historic Hotel and Hospitality Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (7224), Full-Service Restaurants (722511)

akta.pro primary industry

Large-Scale Headquarters Convention Hotels (THAGALAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cocktail Lounges & Speakeasies (MPAGAIAD), Resort Convention Hotels (THAGALAC)

Keywords

• Historic hotel lodging
• Wedding venue services
• Hotel meeting spaces
• Tex-Mex dining
• Luxury suite accommodations

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Hotel Room Bookings: Primary revenue from 316 guest rooms and suites including standard rooms, historic suites (Victorian, Alamo Plaza Signature, Roy Rogers, King Ranch, Babe Ruth, Teddy Roosevelt), and ADA-accessible rooms. Revenue generated through direct bookings, phone reservations, and third-party OTAs with dynamic pricing based on availability and season.
2. Food and Beverage: Multiple dining outlets including Menger Bar (historic cocktail bar established 1887), Mengerita Tacos (fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant), and in-room dining service. Revenue from food sales, alcoholic beverages, and catering services for events.
3. Event Spaces and Weddings: Revenue from renting event spaces including Menger Grand Ballroom (4,500 sq ft, up to 300 guests), Minuet Room (2,257 sq ft), Patio Room (1,332 sq ft), Renaissance Room (1,014 sq ft), and smaller meeting rooms (Cavalier, Grant, Sam Houston, Kampmann). Includes catering minimums, room rentals, and wedding packages.
4. Pool Day Passes: Day passes available for non-hotel guests to access the large outdoor pool, offering a revenue stream from local residents and day-trippers seeking pool access without overnight stay.
5. Valet Parking: Overnight valet parking at $54 plus tax per night (increasing to $59 from June 16th) with in-and-out privileges. Event-only valet parking available for $20 per vehicle plus tax.
6. Room Enhancements and Add-ons: Additional revenue from optional enhancements including valet parking savings, Sunday late checkout ($35), fresh rose arrangements (from $58), chocolate-covered strawberries ($21), champagne bottles (Tott's from $36, Domaine Chandon from $60), fruit and cheese platters ($25), and wine bottles ($30).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Menger Hotel is a historic 316-room full-service hotel located directly on Alamo Plaza in San Antonio, Texas. It sells overnight guest accommodations ranging from budget-friendly Menger Petite rooms to themed Historic Signature and Luxury Suites, complemented by on-site dining (Menger Bar, Mengerita Tacos, in-room dining), over 20,000 sq ft of event and wedding venues, and amenities including the largest outdoor pool in downtown San Antonio and a 24-hour fitness center.

Product overview

The Menger Hotel is a historic 316-room hotel near the Alamo in San Antonio, operating as a unified property offering guest accommodations, dining venues, event spaces, and amenities. The product portfolio centers on the core accommodation offering (15 room types from Menger Petite to Luxury Suites), supported by dining options (Menger Bar historic cocktail lounge, Mengerita Tacos Tex-Mex restaurant, in-room dining), event and wedding venues (4 wedding venues, 7 meeting spaces), and hotel enhancements/add-ons. The hotel positions itself as the oldest continuously operating hotel west of the Mississippi, combining Victorian-era architecture with modern comfort.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Guest Rooms and Suites 316 elegant guest rooms and suites near the Alamo blending Victorian-era historic charm with modern comfort, including Menger Petite, Classic rooms, Alamo Plaza View rooms with balconies, themed Historic Signature Suites, Luxury Suites with kitchenettes and jacuzzis, and ADA-accessible rooms.
• Menger Bar A historic Victorian cocktail bar established in 1887, designed as an exact replica of London's House of Lords Pub, serving handcrafted cocktails and beverages to hotel guests and the public.
• Mengerita Tacos A fast-casual Tex-Mex restaurant on Alamo Plaza serving chef-driven tacos, frozen Mengeritas, beer, and soft drinks with outdoor dining, plus daily breakfast service.
• In-Room Dining Room service delivering hotel dining directly to guest rooms and suites, available daily with extended weekend hours.
• Wedding Venues and Packages Victorian-era wedding venues including the Menger Grand Ballroom (up to 300 guests, 4,500 sq ft), Minuet Room (up to 120 guests), Patio Room (up to 80 guests), and Renaissance Room (up to 50 guests), with bundled Platinum, Timeless Romance, Garden I Do's, and Victorian Elegance wedding packages including catering minimums and room rental.
• Meeting Rooms and Event Spaces Flexible meeting rooms and corporate event venues accommodating groups from 12 to 300 guests, with customizable layouts, catering services, and audiovisual capabilities for corporate meetings, conferences, banquets, and retreats.
• Hotel Enhancements and Add-Ons À la carte hotel enhancements including overnight valet parking, Sunday late checkout ($35), fresh rose arrangements (from $58), chocolate-covered strawberries ($21), champagne bottles (Tott's from $36, Domaine Chandon from $60), fruit and cheese platters ($25), wine bottles ($30), and pool day passes.
• Hotel Packages and Specials Curated promotional packages including Celebrate 250 Years (25% off), Soak Up San Antonio (15% off plus parking), Grand Occasion Getaway (20% off), UTSA University Special, Book Early & Save (25% off), Suite Romance Package, Alamo Experience Package, Texas Proud Getaway, First Responder & Military Special (25% off), and Room With A Boo haunted tour package.
• Pool and Pool Day Passes San Antonio's largest outdoor hotel pool with seasonal heating, offering day passes to non-hotel guests via the ResortPass platform for a separate pool-access revenue stream.

Quantifiable outcome

• San Antonio's largest outdoor hotel pool in downtown area
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• WeddingWireminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Menger Hotel is listed as a wedding venue partner on WeddingWire, one of the leading wedding planning platforms. This partnership helps the hotel reach couples actively planning weddings and provides a booking/discovery channel for wedding venues.
• Here Comes the GuideminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured venue partner on Here Comes the Guide, a wedding planning resource platform. This listing helps brides and grooms discover the Menger Hotel as a wedding destination in San Antonio.
• Historic Hotels of AmericacoreOthersOfficial membership program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The Menger Hotel's membership recognizes its status as a historic property that maintains authenticity, character, and excellence. The hotel displays the Historic Hotels of America logo in its footer.
• The Alamo / Plaza de Valero RestorationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Menger Hotel is a historic partner of the Alamo, participating in the ongoing Alamo Restoration project. The hotel welcomed the opening of Plaza de Valero, a pedestrian-friendly gateway to the Alamo featuring lush greenery, seating, and a pavilion. This partnership positions the hotel as a gateway to Alamo heritage.
• Sisters Grimm Ghost ToursminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Sisters Grimm Ghost Tours for the 'Room With A Boo' package. Includes tickets to the haunted walking tour, autographed copy of Haunted History of Old San Antonio, and $15 food credit per night.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Hotel Emma: Boutique luxury 146-room hotel in San Antonio's Pearl District, a redeveloped 19th-century brewhouse. Comparable historic adaptive-reuse positioning with strong culinary and event programming; targets a more design-driven, contemporary luxury guest that overlaps with the Menger's premium-suite leisure demand.

Broad incumbents

• Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk: Large full-service 632-room branded hotel on the River Walk directly across from the Menger. Competes for the same Alamo/River Walk leisure, group, and corporate demand but operates at much larger scale with Hyatt loyalty distribution.
• Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk: 1,000-room convention-focused hotel adjacent to the Henry B. González Convention Center on the River Walk. Largest-scale competitor for San Antonio convention and group business; competes indirectly for leisure but is a primary alternative for large meetings.
• Westin Riverwalk San Antonio: Large full-service branded hotel on the River Walk with substantial meeting and wedding space. Competes with the Menger for downtown San Antonio group, corporate, and wedding demand but operates under Marriott Bonvoy distribution.

Direct peers

• Omni La Mansión del Rio: Historic 338-room hotel on the River Walk, operated under the Omni brand. Same market and similar heritage/River Walk positioning; comparable room count, F&B, and group business; competes head-to-head for leisure and wedding bookings.
• Driskill Hotel: Historic 1890 luxury hotel in Austin, Texas, also operated by an independent owner under the Historic Hotels of America umbrella. Directly comparable as a heritage Texas hotel combining Victorian architecture, F&B venues, and event/wedding business in a downtown tourist location.
• The Gunter Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk: Historic downtown San Antonio hotel on the River Walk, originally opened in 1909. Same market (San Antonio CBD/tourist district), similar heritage positioning, comparable room count and group/event focus — directly competes for leisure, wedding, and corporate group business.
• The Crockett Hotel: Historic 202-room hotel built in 1909, located one block from the Menger on Bonham Street across from the Alamo. Directly comparable heritage positioning, comparable size, and same primary tourist catchment (Alamo visitors); competes on price and family room configurations.
• Mokara Hotel & Spa: Boutique luxury 99-room hotel directly on the River Walk, owned by the local VIA family that also operates other downtown San Antonio hospitality assets. Comparable River Walk leisure/luxury positioning though at smaller scale; competes for high-end couples and wedding business.
• Historic Hilton Palacio del Rio: Iconic 1968 San Antonio River Walk hotel operated by Hilton, with similar convention and wedding venue capabilities. Competes for the same downtown San Antonio leisure, group, and meeting demand, with the key distinction of operating under a major brand/loyalty program.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/mengerhotel
• Instagraminstagram.com/mengerhotel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/menger-hotel

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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