The Fairmount Hotel is renowned among the grandest historic buildings in San Antonio, celebrating an era of great prosperity in the city’s history. The iconic Fairmount Hotel is located in the heart of downtown San Antonio. The hotel is across the street from the vibrant Hemisfair & Civic Park, Tower of the Americas and historic La Villita Village. Just moments away from the famous Riverwalk, Alamo Plaza and the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Currently operated as part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.
The property includes two signature restaurants and rooftop bar at the center of San Antonio’s thriving central business district. The Fairmount is one of the highest rated properties in San Antonio and consistently ranks in the top ten hotel experiences on Trip Advisor.
In 1906 Veronica Felix entered into a contract for construction with J.P Haynes. The slated cost of the building was $18,225 and the estimated period of construction was set at five and one-half months. Although personal details about Veronica Felix are unknown, records indicate that she spent almost ten years deeply involved with the Fairmount Hotel property.
In 1914, Veronica Felix took out a deed of trust for improvements for the Fairmount property. Veronica sold the property to George Saur in 1915 for $25,000. In 1928, Saur along with Louise R. Saur and Louise Piper, sold the property to C. Cicchese. However, Cicchese died in 1931 before repaying the mortgage to the sellers, and the Saur family filed a suit to regain the Fairmount Hotel.
During 1932, the Saur family paid the balance on the mortgage. In 1944-45, the Kelfer family who leased and operated a furniture store on the hotel’s lower level bought the property. The Kelfers sold the building in 1969 to William Sinkin, who in turn, sold it to the Joske’s Brothers Business. At that time the property is owned by a real estate consortium.
The Guinness Book of World Records noted it as the largest structure ever moved on wheels. The hotel reopened on September 5, 1986 with an addition to the original structure creating the 37 accommodations it has today. It’s recent past includes ownership by B.K. Johnson of King Ranch.
Our renovation captured the turn of the century charm and elegance. The Fairmount is now an intimate 37 room luxury hotel with individually and beautifully appointed suites, and premier restaurants with exquisite food. The Fairmount’s location at 401 S. Alamo in San Antonio Convention Center and Hemisfair, one block from the famous Riverwalk.
The complete renovation, with meticulous attention to detail, includes the restoration of the Verandas at the front of the hotel and the porches at the rear. The South wing was constructed to accommodate a combination of nineteen rooms and suites, the lobby and private salons which will serve professional meetings as well as private dinners, receptions and cocktail parties.