The LancastervsThe St. Regis Houston
Both properties are recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, The St. Regis Houston scores slightly better than The Lancaster Hotel. The St. Regis Houston ranks #4 in Houston with endorsements from 10 reviews including Travel + Leisure, Afar Magazine and Gayot.
The Lancaster Show All Reviews
701 Texas Ave., Houston, TX 77002
From $140/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"In the heart of the Theater District, this small luxury hotel has the feel of a European manor house." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Original marble and old-fashioned decor make this gracious hotel feel more like London than Houston." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Through a brass-and-beveled-glass door, you enter into more than just a small luxury hotel—you experience a bit of old New York, transported to Houston's theater district." Full review
Rough Guide
"A sophisticated, old-world option, Lady Bird Johnson’s Houston hotel of choice is situated in the heart of the Theater District."
Michelin Guide
"93 rooms. Newly renovated in 2013, the Lancaster's lobby is filled with oil paintings, fine fabrics and overstuffed chairs. Guest rooms are undergoing overhaul as well,."
Gayot
"illed as Houston's only small luxury hotel, this charming historic property was constructed during the 1920s flapper era."
Zagat
4.0
"Oozing "class" and "old-world charm", this circa-1920s Theater District landmark offers various rooms and suites outfitted with marble bathrooms and 42-inch flat-screen TVs."
Frommer's
"For those who enjoy the performing arts and nightlife, there is no better place to stay in Houston." Full review
Afar Magazine
"It has a personal touch and an emphasis on service that adds to the charm of the intimate Italian renaissance style hotel." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Enjoys a great location in the heart of the Houston Theater District...this hotel boasts the sort of attention to detail and old-school service that make it a must-visit in Houston." Full review
The St. Regis Houston Show All Reviews
1919 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston, TX 77027-3408
From $237/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's
"Well-heeled travelers enjoy the hotel's plush accommodations and thorough service (including butlers on some floors), and local swells arrive for afternoon tea." Full review
Star Service
"This legendary property rivals the Hanging Gardens of Babylon with its sleek concrete facade, cascading garden terraces and large fountains." Full review
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Weekend rates sometimes dip abnormally low for this brand's reputation, and pets are allowed upon request, free of charge.
Gayot
"This high-rise hotel ranks among the best accommodations in Houston."
BlackBook
"This sophisticated hotel is located in the affluent neighborhood of River Oaks and is targeted as a wedding venue because of the exclusive feel."
Zagat
4.8
"Elevating the standard for plush accommodations "through the roof", this "beautiful" Galleria retreat comes close to "ruining" other hotels."
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The St. Regis Houston is Texas luxury through and through. The color palette is dark with rich leather furnishings and art inspired by the Texas landscape." Full review
Frommer's
"Spacious, light-filled rooms provide comfy pillow-top beds, leather headboard and armchairs, gadget recharging stations, and bathrooms with granite countertops and huge, beveled mirrors." Full review
Afar Magazine
"It’s everything you’d expect from the St. Regis—“a place where exception is the rule”—with a side of Southern hospitality." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A bit of convincing English pretension snugly situated on a wooded lot near the Galleria mall, the St. Regis is the suburban answer to downtown's Four Seasons." Full review
Jetsetter
"Large-scale luxury livens up downtown with five-star Tex-Mex to match." Full review