The 382-room Club Quarters Hotel in Houston offers a solid overall value in a central downtown location within walking distance to many attractions. The three-pearl property is a classy and contemporary business hotel housed in a historic building that was last renovated in 2015. Highlights include a restaurant/bar, 24-hour fitness center, laundry facilities, concierge and room service, and a beautiful lobby with a comfortable lounge for informal meetings, although there's no pool or whirlpool, and breakfast costs extra. Guest rooms have modern decor and come equipped with flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, but they’re a bit small and mini-fridges and microwaves aren't standard. Travelers looking for a step up can consider the upper-middle-range Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown.
The 382-room Club Quarters Hotel in Houston offers a solid overall value in a central downtown location within walking distance to many attractions. The three-pearl property is a classy and contemporary business hotel housed in a historic building that was last renovated in 2015. Highlights include a restaurant/bar, 24-hour fitness center, laundry facilities, concierge and room service, and a beautiful lobby with a comfortable lounge for informal meetings, although there's no pool or whirlpool, and breakfast costs extra. Guest rooms have modern decor and come equipped with flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, but they’re a bit small and mini-fridges and microwaves aren't standard. Travelers looking for a step up can consider the upper-middle-range Embassy Suites Houston-Downtown.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Whitehall Houston is still fresh from an extensive early 2016 renovation, and offers contemporary and comfortable accommodations. It's located on the perimeter of the central business district, with public spaces that have an attractive, midcentury modern look. Its 259 guest rooms are contemporary, though not as stylish, with flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, but mini-fridges aren't standard. Features are a highlight—there's a popular outdoor bar that has live music, an inviting outdoor pool area with private cabanas, and a fitness center, plus concierge and room service and a free downtown shuttle. Travelers looking to be within walking distance of the convention center can consider Club Quarters Hotel in Houston, which offers similar amenities.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Whitehall Houston is still fresh from an extensive early 2016 renovation, and offers contemporary and comfortable accommodations. It's located on the perimeter of the central business district, with public spaces that have an attractive, midcentury modern look. Its 259 guest rooms are contemporary, though not as stylish, with flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi, but mini-fridges aren't standard. Features are a highlight—there's a popular outdoor bar that has live music, an inviting outdoor pool area with private cabanas, and a fitness center, plus concierge and room service and a free downtown shuttle. Travelers looking to be within walking distance of the convention center can consider Club Quarters Hotel in Houston, which offers similar amenities.
The 485-room Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston is an upscale, chain hotel located near one of Houston's high-end shopping areas. Popular with business travelers, this property has chic rooms with stylish furnishings, geometric carpets, and Bulgari bath products. There are a fitness center with a variety of equipment, a rooftop pool, and a restaurant and lounge on-site. There’s a small coffee shop at the hotel where guests can purchase snacks, but it’s not open 24 hours a day. Additional perks like free breakfast and afternoon cocktails come with Concierge Level Rooms. For guests that don’t need to stay in the downtown area, Royal Sonesta offers a good value. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
The 485-room Royal Sonesta Hotel Houston is an upscale, chain hotel located near one of Houston's high-end shopping areas. Popular with business travelers, this property has chic rooms with stylish furnishings, geometric carpets, and Bulgari bath products. There are a fitness center with a variety of equipment, a rooftop pool, and a restaurant and lounge on-site. There’s a small coffee shop at the hotel where guests can purchase snacks, but it’s not open 24 hours a day. Additional perks like free breakfast and afternoon cocktails come with Concierge Level Rooms. For guests that don’t need to stay in the downtown area, Royal Sonesta offers a good value. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
Following the impact of Hurricane Harvey in September 2017, the hotel has reopened with limited amenities. The restaurant, health club, and meeting space are closed at this time. We will update our review when full service has been restored. The 400-room Omni Houston Hotel at Westside is an upscale business chain located in a suburban area near Memorial City Mall. This older property completed a multimillion-dollar renovation, and the stunning lobby now features a large koi pond where tall, slender trees extend from small circular islands. Other additions include a makeover for Black Gold Bar, a down-home place accented with animal skulls and dark wood. Rooms have contemporary, but bland, decor, and flat-screen TVs. The bathrooms are clean but generic, and shower/tub combos have dated pink tile. The fitness center is big and modern, and the outdoor pool is huge compared to those at comparable properties closer to downtown. The hotel has several meeting rooms for business travelers, but free Wi-Fi is only available to Omni Hotel members (it's free to join). The location is far from Downtown Houston, so it's best suited for those doing business in the area.
Following the impact of Hurricane Harvey in September 2017, the hotel has reopened with limited amenities. The restaurant, health club, and meeting space are closed at this time. We will update our review when full service has been restored. The 400-room Omni Houston Hotel at Westside is an upscale business chain located in a suburban area near Memorial City Mall. This older property completed a multimillion-dollar renovation, and the stunning lobby now features a large koi pond where tall, slender trees extend from small circular islands. Other additions include a makeover for Black Gold Bar, a down-home place accented with animal skulls and dark wood. Rooms have contemporary, but bland, decor, and flat-screen TVs. The bathrooms are clean but generic, and shower/tub combos have dated pink tile. The fitness center is big and modern, and the outdoor pool is huge compared to those at comparable properties closer to downtown. The hotel has several meeting rooms for business travelers, but free Wi-Fi is only available to Omni Hotel members (it's free to join). The location is far from Downtown Houston, so it's best suited for those doing business in the area.
**This hotel was significantly impacted by Hurricane Harvey in August 2017 and is closed for repairs until July 2018. **The 378-room Omni Houston Hotel is big on both style and substance. Well-appointed, modern, and comfortable, the hotel sits in a lovely residential area just outside Memorial Park. The huge, white exterior may be a bit commanding and cold, but inside the hotel attempts to sooth with a Zen-like lobby with calming water features and delicate white orchids. Beautiful, updated guest rooms have flat-screen TVs and alarm clocks with MP3 hookups, while damask-printed accents provide a sophisticated touch. In the bathrooms, oversize mirrors and wallpaper add a designer look. Perks of the property include two geometric pools with a bar and private cabanas, two restaurants (one for dinner, one for all three meals) and a bar, a spacious fitness center, and a full-service spa. Kids have something to enjoy too -- fun-filled backpacks upon check in, as well as free milk and cookies during their first night's stay. On the downside, both valet and self-parking cost extra, and the hotel is far from the city's major attractions.
**This hotel was significantly impacted by Hurricane Harvey in August 2017 and is closed for repairs until July 2018. **The 378-room Omni Houston Hotel is big on both style and substance. Well-appointed, modern, and comfortable, the hotel sits in a lovely residential area just outside Memorial Park. The huge, white exterior may be a bit commanding and cold, but inside the hotel attempts to sooth with a Zen-like lobby with calming water features and delicate white orchids. Beautiful, updated guest rooms have flat-screen TVs and alarm clocks with MP3 hookups, while damask-printed accents provide a sophisticated touch. In the bathrooms, oversize mirrors and wallpaper add a designer look. Perks of the property include two geometric pools with a bar and private cabanas, two restaurants (one for dinner, one for all three meals) and a bar, a spacious fitness center, and a full-service spa. Kids have something to enjoy too -- fun-filled backpacks upon check in, as well as free milk and cookies during their first night's stay. On the downside, both valet and self-parking cost extra, and the hotel is far from the city's major attractions.
This 314-room downtown hotel is housed in a 1926 building that was the original corporate headquarters of Shell Oil Company. But it's not all about historic appeal here -- guests are greeted by the fantastic modern lobby, which features high ceilings, curved suede sofas, soft lighting, and a cool fireplace. Each room is outfitted with premium bedding, thick velvet drapes and flat-screen TVs. Gorgeous bathrooms feature marble and granite, and each has a separate walk-in shower and big soaking tub. There's no spa, but guests can access the 24-hour fitness center or hit up Houston's only rooftop pool and Jacuzzi for some sun and relaxation. The hotel also offers some great perks, including free shoe shines, free daily breakfast, and an evening reception with assorted beers and wines. Bedtime milk and cookies are also served -- a cute and comforting touch.
This 314-room downtown hotel is housed in a 1926 building that was the original corporate headquarters of Shell Oil Company. But it's not all about historic appeal here -- guests are greeted by the fantastic modern lobby, which features high ceilings, curved suede sofas, soft lighting, and a cool fireplace. Each room is outfitted with premium bedding, thick velvet drapes and flat-screen TVs. Gorgeous bathrooms feature marble and granite, and each has a separate walk-in shower and big soaking tub. There's no spa, but guests can access the 24-hour fitness center or hit up Houston's only rooftop pool and Jacuzzi for some sun and relaxation. The hotel also offers some great perks, including free shoe shines, free daily breakfast, and an evening reception with assorted beers and wines. Bedtime milk and cookies are also served -- a cute and comforting touch.
The Embassy Suites in downtown Houston goes above and beyond the expected standards of a mid-range chain hotel. Rather than drab furniture and so-so amenities, this hotel features bright, modern decor throughout, from the lobby to the 262 suites, while the heated rooftop pool has cool water features and quality lounge chairs. The hotel largely caters to business travelers -- with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center -- but families can also appreciate the big suites featuring separate living areas with sofa beds, wet bars, and huge flat-screen TVs. Freebies such as hot breakfast and a nightly reception are additional upsides. If you're bringing your car along, however, be prepared to pay a steep daily parking fee; unfortunately, that's the norm in the area.
The Embassy Suites in downtown Houston goes above and beyond the expected standards of a mid-range chain hotel. Rather than drab furniture and so-so amenities, this hotel features bright, modern decor throughout, from the lobby to the 262 suites, while the heated rooftop pool has cool water features and quality lounge chairs. The hotel largely caters to business travelers -- with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour business center, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center -- but families can also appreciate the big suites featuring separate living areas with sofa beds, wet bars, and huge flat-screen TVs. Freebies such as hot breakfast and a nightly reception are additional upsides. If you're bringing your car along, however, be prepared to pay a steep daily parking fee; unfortunately, that's the norm in the area.
The 150-room Best Western is a budget hotel within a medical center, just a few blocks from Rice University. It largely caters to business travelers in the area and often those visiting the hospitals; the hotel provides a free shuttle to the nearby facilities. The hotel features an indoor pool and a fitness center but both are mediocre -- the pool area is a bit drab and the fitness center is very small, with only a few cardio machines. Nonetheless, the hotel is a solid value: Rooms are spacious and offer free wired Internet access (though no Wi-Fi), hot breakfast and parking are free, and inexpensive suites are available with kitchenettes. The hotel does not have a full-service restaurant.
The 150-room Best Western is a budget hotel within a medical center, just a few blocks from Rice University. It largely caters to business travelers in the area and often those visiting the hospitals; the hotel provides a free shuttle to the nearby facilities. The hotel features an indoor pool and a fitness center but both are mediocre -- the pool area is a bit drab and the fitness center is very small, with only a few cardio machines. Nonetheless, the hotel is a solid value: Rooms are spacious and offer free wired Internet access (though no Wi-Fi), hot breakfast and parking are free, and inexpensive suites are available with kitchenettes. The hotel does not have a full-service restaurant.
The luxury Hotel Granduca brings a dose of Italian charm to Uptown Houston, situated in a convenient location close to high-end shops, bars, and dining accessible via the hotel’s shuttle or on foot. The hotel has a chic Italian restaurant as well as a piano bar, and its lovely grounds include an outdoor pool and hot tub skirted by flowers and greenery. The small fitness room is open 24-hours and there are several elegant meeting rooms available as well as a business center. The 122 classic Italian guest rooms and suites have living rooms and either full kitchens or kitchenettes, plus some have balconies. However, thin walls fail to keep out hallway sounds. Another luxury property in the area that travelers might want to consider is the Four Seasons Hotel Houston.
The luxury Hotel Granduca brings a dose of Italian charm to Uptown Houston, situated in a convenient location close to high-end shops, bars, and dining accessible via the hotel’s shuttle or on foot. The hotel has a chic Italian restaurant as well as a piano bar, and its lovely grounds include an outdoor pool and hot tub skirted by flowers and greenery. The small fitness room is open 24-hours and there are several elegant meeting rooms available as well as a business center. The 122 classic Italian guest rooms and suites have living rooms and either full kitchens or kitchenettes, plus some have balconies. However, thin walls fail to keep out hallway sounds. Another luxury property in the area that travelers might want to consider is the Four Seasons Hotel Houston.
The Houstonian does luxury in big Texas fashion, with 289 rooms in an 18-acre wooded property beside Memorial Park plus a huge health club with an impressive variety of activities. The state-of-the-art health club is home to indoor and outdoor tennis courts, basketball courts, racquetball courts, a spin studio, a huge fitness room, and rock climbing walls. There is also a full-service spa and three outdoor pools complete with a water slide and toddler pool. Classically decorated rooms have Keurig coffeemakers and floor-to-ceiling windows; suites offer fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. There are also two restaurants, a poolside grill, and a cozy bar on-site. A total of 26 meeting spaces make this a popular business destination, too. However, the location is inconvenient for car-less travelers, who may prefer the Hotel Granduca's more walkable location.
The Houstonian does luxury in big Texas fashion, with 289 rooms in an 18-acre wooded property beside Memorial Park plus a huge health club with an impressive variety of activities. The state-of-the-art health club is home to indoor and outdoor tennis courts, basketball courts, racquetball courts, a spin studio, a huge fitness room, and rock climbing walls. There is also a full-service spa and three outdoor pools complete with a water slide and toddler pool. Classically decorated rooms have Keurig coffeemakers and floor-to-ceiling windows; suites offer fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. There are also two restaurants, a poolside grill, and a cozy bar on-site. A total of 26 meeting spaces make this a popular business destination, too. However, the location is inconvenient for car-less travelers, who may prefer the Hotel Granduca's more walkable location.