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The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by HiltonvsHouston Marriott Westchase
Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton ranks significantly better than Houston Marriott Westchase. The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton ranks #12 in Houston with positive reviews from 8 reviews such as Frommer's, Jetsetter and Gayot.
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." Full review
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." Full review
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 "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." Full review
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 "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 "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 "Sports a cool and contemporary vibe. Rooms feature leather headboards, Herman Miller desk chairs, Keurig coffee makers, and granite bathrooms." Full review
Houston Marriott Westchase Star Service Gayot
Oyster
2900 Briarpark Dr., Houston, TX 77042
From $72/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "Opposite the more stylish Hilton Westchase, this is a reliable mass-market address with an innocuous exterior that mirrors the hospitals its parent company owns." Full review
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Turndown may be requested and 24-hour room service is offered.
Gayot "A $22 million Marriott makeover brought this hotel a contemporary look and some nice extras, such as Rooms That Work (geared to business travelers) and wireless connectivity."
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The three-and-a-half-pearl Houston Marriott Westchase is a large, meeting-oriented hotel inside the Sam Houston beltway near the Energy Corridor." Full review
