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Hotel Derek Houston GalleriavsJW Marriott Houston by the Galleria
Both properties are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hotel Derek Houston Galleria scores significantly better than JW Marriott Houston. Hotel Derek Houston Galleria comes in at 89 with recommendations from 11 sources like Zagat, Frommer's and Oyster.
Hotel Derek Houston Galleria
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2525 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77027
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "With the guest rooms, the designers have succeeded in creating a space that is functional for the business traveler while having the feel of a "pad" with all the accompanying informality." Full review
Lonely Planet "After shopping at the Galleria, you can lay your head in high-fashion style." Full review
Star Service "This large-scale independent design-hotel answers most travelers' calls for a calmer, cuddlier version of a sharp-toothed W Hotel operation in oil-rich Houston." Full review
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An unusual twist is the staff training, as each member can handle any guest request, from extra bedding to theater tickets.
BlackBook "Hotel Derek is a popular resting point for out-of-town guests due to its central location, proximity to the Galleria and various eateries, and moderate rate."
Zagat3.8
"Loyalists "love the location" of this modern choice near the Galleria, insisting it's a "best-kept secret" with a "great" crew and "well-kept rooms" done up in bold colors and patterns."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Guest rooms mix modern architectural chic with a 1960s kitsch. Bold, bright orange textiles infuse a pop of color against rich wood elements." Full review
Fodor's "Modern furnishings grace the glossy-floored lobby and the 314 sleek, contemporary rooms. It's a favorite of both business and leisure travelers." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The upscale Hotel Derek Houston Galleria is a lively and hip Uptown property near high-end shopping." Full review
Gayot "In a city known for corporate meetings run by cowboy boot-clad executives, Hotel Derek stands out."
Jetsetter "A room or suite at high-end city base with a pool in the stylish Galleria and River Oaks district." Full review
JW Marriott Houston by the Galleria Frommer's Fodor's Gayot BlackBook Zagat Star Service Oyster
5150 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77056
From $135/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "On Westheimer, facing the Galleria, this high-rise hotel offers lots of amenities and a central location." Full review
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Avoid guest rooms on the fifth floor, where the health club is located -- a smell of chlorine sometimes infiltrates the air-conditioning.
Fodor's "Business travelers enjoy easy access to Fortune 500 companies headquartered in the I–610/Uptown corridor." Full review
Gayot "The luxurious atmosphere of this JW Marriott is evident to guests as soon as they walk through the front doors into the lobby."
BlackBook "Aimed at business travelers, this place is perfect for those who want to be close to the shops of the Galleria across the street without all the noise."
Zagat4.2
"The staff "goes above and beyond" at this "elegant" chain member boasting a "wonderful location" across the street from the Galleria shopping mall."
Star Service "Occupying twin 23-story towers 10 minutes west of downtown, this place looks as forbidding as a fortress from a distance but it is perhaps this locale's warmest and most welcoming." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The four-pearl JW Marriott is a tasteful business hotel located right across the street from the Galleria, the largest mall in Texas." Full review
