Best Luxury Hotels In Texas
The Lone Star State is big, bold and very welcoming. Spend time among the glittering skyscrapers of the city and the traditional ranches of the countryside. Explore world-class museums, award-winning restaurants and a unique nightlife scene (have your stetson at the ready). Once you’ve had your fill of the urban glitz, take a trip out to the Hill Country, where you’ll find charming towns like Fredericksburg, taste award-winning wines and take in the breathtaking scenery. Or, if you’re looking for adventure, head to Big Bend National Park, where you can hike through the Chihuahuan Desert and marvel at the rugged beauty of the Rio Grande.
San Antonio, Texas
The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio
(4 stars) Built in 1909, The St. Anthony has been sensitively restored to preserve its original elegance and charm. Retaining original marble floors, crystal chandeliers and ornate plasterwork, it’s no surprise that this has been designated a National Historic Landmark. Inside are 277 bedrooms, The Loggia (a casual all-day restaurant), the Haunt Lounge (for handcrafted cocktails and small plates) and a stunning ballroom. On the rooftop, you’ll find a pool and bar with breathtaking views of the city. The hotel also offers a complimentary shuttle service to the nearby Pearl Brewery complex.
The St. Anthony, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Mokara Hotel & Spa
(4 stars) Situated along the River Walk, The Mokara Hotel & Spa accommodates its guests in 99 rooms and suites. The spa here is undoubtedly a highlight, with private treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge and a couples’ suite. Its wellness offer also includes a fitness centre and an outdoor heated pool. The hotel has two dining options: Ostra, a seafood restaurant and the Rooftop Bar, for prime views of the River Walk and the surrounding city. Far-reaching views can also be enjoyed from the rooftop swimming pool. And there’s a ground-level terrace leading right beside the water’s edge, overlooking a pretty stone bridge.
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