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The LumenvsThe Joule
Both properties are praised by experts. On balance, The Joule, Dallas is preferred by most professionals compared to The Lumen. The Joule, Dallas has a TripExpert Score of 88 with positive reviews from 12 publications including Afar Magazine, Gayot and Zagat.
The Lumen
Frommer's
BlackBook
Zagat
Travel + Leisure
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
6101 Hillcrest Avenue, Dallas, TX 75205
From $95/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "An unexpected delight in the Park Cities area, right next to the SMU campus, this terrifically stylish, discreet boutique hotel opened in the spring of 2006." Full review
BlackBook "Rooms exude modern charm while sticking to mid-century motif. Dark chocolates and cremes oppose emphasis on illumination, in a good way."
Zagat "Across from SMU in University Park, this branch of the Kimpton boutique hotel chain offers modern, wired quarters with flat-screen TVs and iHome docking stations (and yoga mats!)."
Travel + Leisure "If proximity to Southern Methodist University is your top priority, this Kimpton Hotel is your best bet." Full review
Jetsetter "Boutique mash-up of color, whimsy and modernism with New American fare and wine happy hours." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Located in the heart of the Park Cities, this hotel is well known for its location directly across the street from Southern Methodist University." Full review
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Although the atmosphere is great for all meals, you may choose to order via room service.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"We love the parade of poodles and shih tzus through the lobby, the DVD library and the strong coffee in the morning." Full review
Michelin Guide "A polished lobby with floor-to-ceiling windows gives way to a bustling roster of public spaces...Texas-sized rooms fulfill needs both classic and contemporary in a luxe grayscale ambience" Full review
The Joule Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Gayot BlackBook Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Afar Magazine Jetsetter
goop Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
1530 Main Street, Dallas, TX 75201
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure "Its 128 rooms and suites are equipped with custom-made furniture that’s sleek without being austere." Full review
Star Service "This fashionable hotel, once part of Starwood's esteemed Luxury Collection, is now a happy independent with a loyal clientele of business and leisure travelers." Full review
Gayot "A neo-Gothic facade from the 1920s graces the entrance of The Joule, a Luxury Collection hotel located in downtown Dallas."
BlackBook "This is where locals want their out-of-town friends to stay when they visit, and where visitors dream of staying instead of on their local friends' pull-out sofas."
Zagat4.5
"Set in a 1920s Neo-Gothic Downtown building (and next door to the flagship Neiman Marcus), this designer boutique makes a splash with its hip rooftop lounge and glass-bottomed pool."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The Joule sits in the heart of downtown Dallas’ business district, and with its two-year renovation and expansion completed, it is even more of a zephyr of vibrancy for the area." Full review
Afar Magazine "This 161-room hotel makes an ideal base for exploring the Dallas Arts District." Full review
Jetsetter "Sleek, art-filled downtown hotel with buzzing dining and shopping, contemporary style and a flagship ESPA spa." Full review
goop "All rooms are tastefully and luxuriously appointed with Frette sheets, and modern yet plush furnishings, no matter the size." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This hotel gives Main Street its posh pulse and the customer service is truly on point.
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