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Hotel Derek Houston Galleria vs The Whitehall Houston
Both Hotel Derek Houston Galleria and The Whitehall Houston are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel Derek Houston Galleria ranks significantly higher than The Whitehall Houston. Hotel Derek Houston Galleria comes in at #5 in Houston with praise from 11 sources like Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Frommer's.
Hotel Derek Houston Galleria
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Star Service
BlackBook
Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Fodor's
Oyster
Gayot
Jetsetter
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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."
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Lonely Planet
"After shopping at the Galleria, you can lay your head in high-fashion style."
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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."
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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."
Zagat
3.8
"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."
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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."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Hotel Derek Houston Galleria is a lively and hip Uptown property near high-end shopping."
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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."
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The Whitehall Houston
Gayot
Jetsetter
Oyster
1700 Smith Street, Houston, TX 77002
From $134 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Gayot
"Shopping, restaurants, opera, symphony, ballet and theater are all a comfortable stroll away. At the hotel, guests can relax in the spacious and well-lighted lobby and enjoy New American cuisine."
Jetsetter
"An iconic boutique hotel in Houston's central business district, within easy reach of downtown sights."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Features are a highlight—there's a popular outdoor bar that has live music, an inviting outdoor pool area with private cabanas, and a fitness center, plus concierge and room service."
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