Fairmont DallasvsMagnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. Overall, Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown ranks significantly higher than Fairmont Dallas. Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown ranks #7 in Dallas–Fort Worth with praise from 11 reviews such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Rough Guide.
Fairmont Dallas
1717 North Akard Street, Dallas, TX 75201
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service
"Located within walking distance of the Symphony Hall and the Modern Art Museum, in an excellent location for business and pleasure." Full review
Zagat
4.2
""Everything is on the money" swear supporters of this "classy" tower with various "comfy", "classic" rooms and suites plus "friendly, helpful" employees who do "a fantastic job all around"."
Lonely Planet
"Within easy walking distance of the Arts District, this classy hotel has one of the largest and most lush hotel pool areas we've seen, with herb gardens and couches for lounging in the sun." Full review
Gayot
"Having hosted nearly every debutante in the city, The Fairmont Dallas is part of local history."
Jetsetter
"Newly renovated, art-infused hotel in Dallas’s Arts District with a terrace pool and killer cocktail bar." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
"Opened in 1969, Fairmont Dallas’ twin towers give a gentle nod to contemporary architecture with their heavily geometric design." Full review
Fodor's
"This 24-story hotel is in the middle of Downtown Dallas, at the heart of the city's arts district and near Uptown hot spots." Full review
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Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown Show All Reviews
1401 Commerce St., Dallas, TX 75201
From $110/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"This downtown 330-room hotel (housed in the former headquarters of Mobil Oil’s predecessor) is popular with business travellers."
Star Service
"The Magnolia stands in marked contrast to the charming, old-fashioned Adolphus next door; it is cool, modern and offbeat, but with broad appeal." Full review
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Service, however, is sluggish at times, and many staff members display indifferent attitudes for even the simplest requests.
Gayot
"A winged Pegasus stands like a beacon atop the historic Magnolia Building, which is located only one block away from shopping paradise."
DK Eyewitness
"Thoroughly modern, this trendy hotel is housed in the historic 1920s Petroleum building downtown."
BlackBook
"Once the tallest building in the Lone Star State, the Magnolia's 29 stories now stand testament to the power of rebranding."
Zagat
4.0
""These guys know how to do it" say smitten admirers of this "charming", "elegant" property inside the landmark 1922 former headquarters of Mobil Oil."
Jetsetter
"Downtown Dallas digs in a landmark skyscraper, with supersized rooms, an all-day restaurant and free wine socials." Full review
Fodor's
"When it opened in 1922, the 29-story Magnolia building was the tallest structure south of Washington, D.C." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Magnolia Hotel is a luxurious historic hotel in downtown Dallas"
Dallas Travel Guide
February 25, 2021
Frommer's
"Located in the city's most famous building... this hotel is one of the most prized properties leading a renaissance in the heart of downtown." Full review