I had a chance to travel to San Antonio several weeks ago and visit two friends who were vacationing in San Antonio and staying at a B&B near the center of the city. The Alamo St. Victorian Inn is a wonderful example of another place that is special (besides the Red Corral Ranch, of course). I mention it because B&B’s like RCR and ASVI are wonderful examples of places to stay where the owners and employees have taken great care to make the guests’ stay into a truly memorable and enjoyable stay.
There really are some fantastic B&B’s that make this type of overnight stay unique. There are so many personal touches that go into making B&B’s different from the usual place you’d find on a trip. This is true from the history of the place to the different furnishings and items in each room, as well as the people that run them.
Hotels are certainly nice, but it’s rare to get enjoyment just from the uniqueness and personal touches of the building or the rooms. If you think the argument that hotels are cheaper than B&Bs is true, do some searching. You’ll find the opposite is true many times. When many hotel rooms are running $80 – $100 per person a night or more, a stay at a B&B can sometimes offer a better deal. It’s worth a little looking.
Of course, there are pros and cons to every choice available and your own likes and dislikes are what should decide but do consider B&B’s. We offer unique amenities that some hotels will never be able to offer, and at comparable costs. It’s a different taste to try.
Jodie, the Innkeeper at Red Corral Ranch
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