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Magnolia Hotel Houston, A Tribute Portfolio HotelvsFour Seasons Hotel Houston
Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Four Seasons Hotel Houston ranks slightly better than Magnolia Hotel Houston. Four Seasons Hotel Houston ranks #3 in Houston with accolades from 11 sources like Afar Magazine, Fodor's and Frommer's.
Magnolia Hotel Houston, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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1100 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's "The chic Magnolia takes a historic property in a modern, well-designed direction." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This 314-room downtown hotel is housed in a 1926 building that was the original corporate headquarters of Shell Oil Company." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The overall feeling here is very urban, partly because of all the skyline and freeway views, and partly because of the preponderance of serious-seeming business travelers." Full review
Rough Guide "A modern boutique hotel in an excellent downtown location."
Gayot "Launched in 2003 in the original corporate office headquarters of Shell Oil (built in 1926), the Magnolia has 314 rooms and suites."
BlackBook "Located in the heart of Downtown, the Magnolia Hotel is ideal for those who wish for the location without the triteness of franchise hotels."
Zagat3.8
""Tidy", "spacious" quarters -- some with kitchenettes -- are done up in "retro-modern" style at this Downtown boutique staffed by an "efficient" crew."
Frommer's "An anachronistic blend of new and old... The overall effect is charming and comfortable and can hardly go out-of-date." Full review
Lonely Planet "Layerd in luxurius velvet and damask, with pops of modern color, rooms in this downtown hotel are both stylish and comfortable." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Despite the name, don’t expect chintz at this 314-room hotel in downtown Houston." Full review
Four Seasons Hotel Houston Frommer's Travel + Leisure
Star Service Gayot Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide Fodor's Oyster
Afar Magazine
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1300 Lamar Street, Houston, TX 77010
From $446/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This member of the luxury hotel chain does everything right." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Houston's Four Seasons delivers all the sublime comfort, service, and dining that are trademarks of this hotel group." Full review
Star Service "Despite its size, it still manages to earn praise for its personalized service, and it compiles a long list of superlatives, with dining and distinguished lodging the top. " Full review
Gayot "Convenient to downtown's financial and business district, this hotel combines practical amenities with elegant extras for both business and leisure travelers."
Zagat4.3
"Loyalists "commend" the "prompt, friendly, professional" staffers who help to create a "wonderful atmosphere" at this Downtown tower boasting "spacious" accommodations."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Has a downtown location that makes it a favorite among business travelers... the outdoor pool, fitness center and spa give the hotel the feel of a resort." Full review
Fodor's "Services and amenities are top-notch... the fitness center and completely renovated pool area are awesome." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Has a beautiful rooftop pool and whirlpool, a 24-hour fitness center... a business center with translation and interpretation services." Full review
Afar Magazine "As the only five-diamond hotel in downtown Houston the Four Seasons has occupied the same pristine piece of real estate near the George R. Brown Convention Center for 34 years." Full review
Jetsetter "Luxe city-center mainstay for business jaunts and poolside happy hours, close to downtown hot spots." Full review
