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The Royal Sonesta Houston GalleriavsJW Marriott Houston by the Galleria
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, JW Marriott Houston ranks slightly higher than Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria. JW Marriott Houston has a TripExpert Score of 83 with approval from 7 reviews like Star Service, Zagat and Gayot.
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Frommer's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
2222 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77027
From $103/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "I was most impressed by the number of staff on duty, their efficiency, the concierge's abilities, and the attention I received before anyone knew my business there." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The 485-room, business-oriented chain hotel is located off the busy West Loop freeway, within walking distance to shops and restaurants." Full review
Star Service "Although the hotel sits away from the Galleria, it works well for both business and leisure travelers. " Full review
Gayot "This first Royal Sonesta hotel in Texas offers high-rise accommodations in the swanky Uptown Galleria district, with a ten-minute drive to downtown."
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
