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The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton vs Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton and Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center are both recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton is preferred by most writers compared to Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center. The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton is ranked #12 in Houston with approval from 8 reviewers like Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Gayot
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
Jetsetter
Star Service
Frommer's
1117 Prairie Street, Houston, TX 77002
From $127 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"This small luxury boutique hotel (formerly the Sam Houston Hotel) is decidedly modern and well located near bustling Main Street and the ballpark."
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Lonely Planet
"Sleek yet low-key, the smallish rooms at this historic 1923 property have a contemporary decor done in all-grey."
Travel + Leisure
"An understated counterpoint to its ravishing neighbor, Hotel Icon, the Alden is an exciting player in Houston's downtown revival."
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Frommer's
"The decor is modern, and I use "modern" in the best of senses -- sleek, uncluttered interiors that seek simplicity but avoid the "lab" look, which always leaves me with a chill."
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Gayot
"The landmark 1924 Sam Houston Hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but chic renovations have brought it nicely into the modern age."
Afar Magazine
"It may be the oldest running hotel in the city, but the Sam Houston has a luxury boutique vibe that defies its age."
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Lonely Planet
"Sleek yet low-key, the smallish rooms at this historic 1923 property have a contemporary decor done in all-grey."
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Jetsetter
"This red brick getaway features 97 spacious rooms packed with amenities such as Aveda bath products and 42-inch flat-screen TVs, and many of them come with great views of the city’s skyline."
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Star Service
"Thanks to the completion of a major makeover since the last inspection, this trendy, revitalized boutique-hotel has cemented its position in the middle ranks."
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Frommer's
"Sports a cool and contemporary vibe. Rooms feature leather headboards, Herman Miller desk chairs, Keurig coffee makers, and granite bathrooms."
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Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Frommer's
Gayot
Zagat
6633 Travis Street, Houston, TX 77030-1308
From $99 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"In terms of amenities, service, and location, this is one of the best hotels around the Medical Center."
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Gayot
"This hotel has a ready-made clientele: visiting family, researchers and medical personnel needing access to the Texas Medical Center."
Zagat
4.0
"In a "convenient location" for those with Medical Center or Rice University business, this chain member offers mainly suites."
