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The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by HiltonvsThe St. Regis Houston
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, The St. Regis Houston ranks significantly better than The Sam Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton. The St. Regis Houston comes in at 89 with praise from 10 sources like Jetsetter, Star Service and Travel + Leisure.
The Sam Houston Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
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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
The St. Regis Houston Fodor's Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide Frommer's Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure Jetsetter 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."
Zagat4.8
"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
