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The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton vs Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria

Both The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton and Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton is preferred by most professionals compared to Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria. The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton has a TripExpert Score of 77 with endorsements from 6 reviews including Gayot, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.

The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
8 / 10
1117 Prairie Street, Houston, TX 77002
From $127 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's 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." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Sleek yet low-key, the smallish rooms at this historic 1923 property have a contemporary decor done in all-grey."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"An understated counterpoint to its ravishing neighbor, Hotel Icon, the Alden is an exciting player in Houston's downtown revival." Full review
Frommer's 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." Full review
Gayot 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 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." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Sleek yet low-key, the smallish rooms at this historic 1923 property have a contemporary decor done in all-grey." Full review
Jetsetter 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." Full review
Star Service 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." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Sports a cool and contemporary vibe. Rooms feature leather headboards, Herman Miller desk chairs, Keurig coffee makers, and granite bathrooms." Full review
Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria
Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria
7 / 10
1750 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77027
From $103 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Zagat Zagat
3.8
""Terrific" personnel "go out of their way to improve your stay" declare backers of this chain member offering "ample" quarters."
Gayot Gayot
"This thirteen-floor hotel in the Galleria shopping district is just blocks away from the neighborhood's acclaimed luxury mall. ... The hotel is geared for execs on the go."