Brackenridge House Bed & Breakfast

A Victorian Mansion Turned Bed & Breakfast

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Furnished with antique Victorian furniture, the Beautiful Brackenridge House Bed & Breakfast is the comfort of the past mixed with modern convenience. When you book at Brackenridge, your stay comes with a private entrance room and suite bathrooms. You even get a complimentary breakfast placed in your room! Relax on the front porch or upstairs veranda for a true Texas feel. Two blocks from the River Walk, it is perfectly located for San Antonio sightseeing. The Bed & Breakfast even has a hot tub in the rear garden area perfect for a romantic evening after a day on the town.

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Brackenridge House Bed and Breakfast

4.7

Based on 92 reviews

Copper Penny

3 months ago

Did not stay in rooms. Just had Victorian Afternoon Tea. Was great and will do it again.

Patricia Garcia

3 months ago

Joe C.

5 months ago

Great experience, this was our second stay .

Breakfast is really good and varried which was a delightful surprise each day.

Short walk to nearby restaurants as well as the river that you can stroll to the downtown district .

Rooms are very well kept and clean .

Safe quite area was very relaxing , especially the hot tub !

We will definitely visit again .

Eleanor Hatfield

5 months ago

Located in a fantastic area, this hotel is wonderful.

Wendy Jones

8 months ago

My husband and I have stayed at the Brackenridge House twice.

Brittany Blackwood

8 months ago

We did the Victorian afternoon tea experience for my sister's birthday and it exceeded all of my expectations! The hospitality was amazing, the food was all homemade and delicious and it was all so beautifully set up! I will recommend this to everyone!

Peter Cole

9 months ago

My wife and I stayed 3 nights in the Wren's Nest during the first week of Nov 2025. We had the place pretty much to ourselves. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The decor was nice and the antique furniture was a good match for the room/house. The kitchenette was a plus. Off-street parking was nice to have. Breakfast was very good. We ate our breakfast on the front porch watching the neighbors walk their dogs and push children in strollers while the blue jays, grackles and squirrels scampered in the live oaks overhead. Lily was very responsive to any requests we had and gave us good ideas for things to do in San Antonio. Pros: 1) The neighborhood was gorgeous. It seemed like every house we drove past was unique and historical. Wished we had more time to spend wandering the neighborhood. 2) Close to downtown San Antonio and the River Walk. We used Lyft/Uber ($6-8) because we are lazy and didn't want to pay for parking, but definitely walkable (less than a mile) to downtown. 3) Breakfast was excellent and served promptly. The menu varied each day. Cons: Not many, but if I had to nitpick...1) It's not as quiet as an Amish-country getaway. You are in a city. You hear people out and about and train whistles in the distance. Nothing that woke me up, but don't expect complete silence. 2) The driveway is a little tight. No problem for a standard car but an Excursion would have a tight fit. 3) No common room/eating area. One of the things we like about staying at B&Bs is meeting other people and breaking bread together. There are common areas on the front and back porch, but nowhere for all occupants to gather together. Bottom line...if you are coming to San Antonio for a few days, the Brackenridge House B&B is a great alternative to staying at a hotel downtown. You'll actually feel like you are part of a unique neighborhood rather than being stuck in a corporate hotel that could be in any city, anywhere in the country. And the price with free parking and breakfast included is probably cheaper than staying at a hotel downtown, at least it was for us.

Rachel. Handelman

9 months ago

We stayed at the Brackenridge House for 7 nights. The location was perfect. It was in the middle of the beautiful King William District and a short walk to the riverwalk, and about a 15-20 minute walk to the touristy part of the riverwalk. It is in a very quiet neighborhood. The only real noise we heard was an occasional train blowing it's horn. Lily was a wonderful hostess. The breakfasts she made us each day were delicious, filling, and diverse. She is also a very nice, sweet woman. We didn't ask for much, but she provided us with what we asked for. She even gave us a portable electric heater for the room when we told her we get cold pretty easily. We asked her if we could check-out at about 11:30 instead of 11:00 and she said we could stay up until 12:30. When we left, she greeted us with hugs and thanked us for staying at her house.The only complaint we had is that we had to keep our shampoos/conditioner on the shower floor as there was no other place to put them. If we ever come back to San Antonio, we would absolutely stay here again. If you are looking for a quiet place to stay in a nice, safe area with a great hostess and delicious breakfasts, then the Brackenridge House is the way to go.

M T

9 months ago

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at this historic B&B! The accommodations were perfect and hostess Lily very attentive. We love the front balcony and back deck for relaxing! Lots to see, eat and enjoy at the nearby Riverwalk! Great walking neighborhood -checking out all the beautiful historic homes while enjoyed the shaded park like community.

Kevin Huyghe

2 years ago

We booked this hotel quite by chance in San Antonio for just one night.
Luxurious room but in an "old" style which gives all its charm (we had the "Cardinal Room").
When you arrive, some treats (crisps, piece of chocolate, cakes) as well as bottles of chilled water and wine to welcome you.
Being French and spending just one night in San Antonio, we did not have to meet the hosts but they took the trouble to contact us on Whatsapp to ask us if everything was okay, practical information...etc. The hosts are very available by Whatsapp for foreigners.
The strong point of the hotel is that a small space for parking the vehicle is available at the back of the house, in the courtyard, free of charge (if there is space of course). Otherwise, there is plenty of free street and area parking available within a 300m walk.
Hotel located 10 minutes walk from the "River Walk" so perfect for not using your car in the heart of San Antonio!
The very small downside we had was that the bathroom window overlooked the rear courtyard of another room... but the rest was impeccable!
Hotel in a quiet and relaxing area!

David Mazuca

2 years ago

Nina Lea McDaniel

2 years ago

Sparkling clean! Stunning neighborhood with beautiful architecture and large trees. Blocks from downtown but you would never know because it’s so quiet. My room had a clawfoot tub and such a plush bed. The hot tub on the deck made the whole experience complete for me!

Nathan Halabrin

2 years ago

Just returned from a wonderful trip to Brackenridge House for a couple days of playing tourist downtown. Had a great time, perfect location in the heart of the King William District. You can spend an entire day walking the streets and viewing the plantation homes and mansions.
Top recommendations after checking in:
King William Park and the Riverwalk are 2 blocks away. You can hop right on the Riverwalk trails for some exploring or a jog. Very beautiful. Downtown and the Rivercenter Mall are less than a mile away... you can just stay right on the Riverwalk trails and walking paths to reach everything.
The Pearl - a MUST DO... visit the Pullman Market, eat at Brasserie Mon Chou Chou for rustic French-prepared meals, and have an evening drink at the Hotel Emma bar.
St. Mary's and Southtown - BEST area for fun nightlife and memorable restaurants. Singhs Vietnamese food, Hot Joy (great fusion restaurant)
It was a pleasure meeting with Lily at Breckenridge House... We would HIGHLY recommend staying there for a few days to rest, recharge, relax, and visit the best that downtown San Antonio has to offer.

Gerardo Davila

2 years ago

Great location near lots of bars and restaurants. Host was friendly and accommodating.

ANDREW Riley

3 years ago

My wife and I recently celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary in early December 2023 with a first-time, two-night stay at the Brackenridge House. As life-long residents of San Antonio, we have enjoyed many day visits to the King William neighborhood which features venerable architecture, mature trees and shrubs that vividly change colors with the seasons, friendly residents, and great dining establishments within walking distance. Our dining choices included the Guenther House, Station Cafe, and the new Rosario's.

We also squeezed in a return stop at the San Antonio Art League and Museum one street over from our location. An impromptu stop at Oh Yeah Cakes was well worth our time to pick up delectable cupcakes for the cross-town drive home.

Booking our short but wonderful stay in the Mockingbird Room gave us the opportunity to experience the appeal of the King William neighborhood in a more personal way. We especially like that the Brackenridge House is centrally located within the neighborhood.

The Mockingbird Room was ideally furnished, clean, comfortable, and cozy. It included modern amenities that did not detract from the vintage look and feel of the house. One of our favorite parts of the visit was simply relaxing in the front porch swing one evening while taking in the Christmas lights up and down the street. The occasional and sentimental sounds of distant train horns at night further enhanced our experience.

As an option, we chose two morning meals. These meals were homemade by our super nice host, Lily, who pampered us by delivering them in person and fresh to our room. The weather was pleasant enough for us to enjoy breakfast on the veranda just outside the room.

Upon request, Lily gave us a tour of the other rooms of the house that are available for guests. We would no doubt be equally happy staying in any one of them.

When we are again ready for a staycation, our first thoughts will be of the Brackenridge House. Thank you, Lily, for your hospitality and friendly conversations to help memorialize our anniversary. We love the place.

Wendy Fivash

3 years ago

This is a fantastic stay for visiting San Antonio. The room, actually mini apt., was comfy clean and roomy. Lily was terrific both for communications with us and being so accommodating. We felt like she really enjoys her clients. Nice neighborhood. Easy parking...and only 2 blocks to the riverwalk access. A short walk into the hub of San Antonio. Tons of fun. Definitely an A-plus stay. Thank you.

Tamra LaRocque

3 years ago

My boyfriend and I spent the weekend here. Such a beautiful place and the location is ideal. Breakfast in bed every morning and the small thoughtful touches are definitely what made this weekend so special.

Sandra Argent

3 years ago

My husband and I were on holiday from the UK and spent 3 nights at Brackenridge House in October. What a great find and we couldn’t have been more delighted with our choice of accommodation.
Our room was spotless, comfortable and spacious. Breakfast freshly cooked, served beautifully and delicious to eat.
The property location was fantastic both in terms of feeling safe and its accessibility. An easy, pleasant walk of about 10/15 minutes (from memory!)to the restaurants and bars located along the River Walk. However if you wanted to stay closer to home, a very short stroll takes you to some great restaurants, bars and a sports beer garden which is something we enjoyed.
But most important of all was the friendliness and hospitality of Lily and Roland. We were made to feel at home the minute we walked through the door and Lily couldn’t have been more helpful with her recommendations and pointing us in the right direction on the map she provided. So thank you Lily and Roland for your warmth and for making our visit such a successful one. Wishing you all the very best.

Meg Wilson

3 years ago

My husband and I stayed at the Brackenridge House mid-October for my birthday, and it was wonderful! Lily was very pleasant and went the extra mile giving us recommendations on places to eat, bike maps, directions to places and making sure our stay was great. We had rented a car; however, everything was really close that we left the vehicle parked there the whole time. Thank you, Lily, when we visit San Antonio, we'll be sure to stay here again! ~ Margarita & Frank

Thomas Clark

3 years ago

I do not tend to take the time to leave reviews but due to the favorable experience of recent, I felt that it was warranted. I rented a room for my wife and I for two nights recently and found the experience most excellent. The location was peaceful and close to the Riverwalk. We were able to take a short walk through couple of streets in a historic neighborhood to access the walk and convey on into town along the river for a number of sights including the Alamo. It was rather hot (June) but that really meant less tourists to compete with in town. The host at the B&B was attentive to any needs of ours and spoke well for local interests. On her recommendation, we dined at an excellent restaurant. We enjoyed the older house and were surprised how peaceful it could be tucked in so close to attractions. We did not need to use our auto for the duration of our stay (two days). Additionally, the breakfast served felt as though it was prepared with intention as though we were truly valued guests. We normally like to have new experiences wherever we visit so we would likely try another location on our next visit but this B&B provided an experience that would warrant a return visit. Comfortable bed, excellent pillows.

Camanderon Ocansey

3 years ago

What an incredible place! We were booked for three nights in the blue bird room when the day of traveling Lily called me to say that a previous guest had ruined the toilet and she would need to move us while she waited for a plumber. We were open to using the comparable cardinal room and let her know this. When we arrived she greeted us as we pulled in and said that she had moved us to the larger mockingbird room! She'd even provided some lovely sparkling cider for me and my pregnant wife to enjoy.
Breakfasts in the morning were utterly delightful and the numerous streaming options on the TV made the evening after trekking around San Antonio all day feel like home(there were even snacks and popcorn to go with it). Being so close to Alamo st which has a number of restaurants and near an entrance to the riverwalk made this an even better location. It might be a while before we return to San Antonio but we will be sure to tell our friends to try and stay here. The hospitality was 10/10!

Debbie Towers

3 years ago

Absolutely darling! My husband and I loved the room; the bed was super comfy. Lily was the sweetest and we appreciated her hospitality and breakfast. Location is perfect to walk all around.

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230 Madison Street, San Antonio, Texas 78204, United States

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