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Houston is a well-traveled city, and you certainly won't have any difficulty finding accommodations that appeal to your tastes. Whether your style and budget demand luxurious, elaborate lodgings or something much more casual and simple, you are certain to find the perfect hotel to meet your needs. There are even some unique bed and breakfast establishments and a few rejuvenating spas mixed in with the traditional choices.

Downtown

The downtown area is home to many of Houston's prestigious business leaders. With the smell of money floating in the air, it is no great surprise that many of the city's most prestigious—and expensive—hotels are located in this area. The luxurious Four Seasons was recently renovated to refresh its cutting-edge image. Besides glamorous accommodations, it has an on-site beauty salon and impressive workout facilities. Sophisticated, elegant dining is available at DeVille without even leaving the hotel. The Lancaster first opened as the Auditorium Hotel in the 1920s. A combination of unabashed luxury, small size, gorgeous antiques and breathtaking artwork makes guests feel like part of the elite. Dining in the hotel restaurant, Bistro Lancaster, is an equally elegant experience.

Galleria

The Galleria area is another prestigious section of the city, and most of the hotels in the area reflect its class and elegance. Doubletree Guest Suites offers 26 stories of elegant suites, most with a breathtaking view of the entire area. The Houstonian is an elite institution with its own private health club and beauty spa, acres and acres of gorgeous landscaping and a golf course. It is the only hotel that offers such elaborate amenities in such a bustling area. Don't be surprised if you actually forget that you are right in the middle of a thriving city. The Omni's scenic jogging trail also does an admirable job of making you forget where you are. If you do not jog, you can opt for a leisurely walk along the trail or hit the fitness center to get your daily dose of exercise. If you want to be surrounded by elegance and also have impressive shopping opportunities literally at your fingertips, stay in the Westin Galleria. It is actually located inside a wing of the Galleria Mall. How's that for convenience?

Historic/Bed & Breakfast

If you have a taste for old-world elegance, try one of the city's historic hotels or a classic bed and breakfast. Not surprisingly, many of them are located in the scenic and historic Heights and Montrose areas. In terms of price, most are on the expensive side, but they don't generally inflict the same degree of pain on your wallet that the modern deluxe hotels do.

The Park Plaza Warwick was built in 1927 and originally consisted of luxury apartments. It has since been renovated to showcase beautiful artwork and features accommodations that are designed to please the "hard-to-please". Robin's Nest Inn is a Victorian bed and breakfast that was built in 1895 as a personal residence. Only four rooms are available, so be sure and book well in advance. Angel Arbor Bed & Breakfast also offers only four rooms and should be booked well in advance. This 1923 Georgian-style home, with its soothing and scenic garden, is popular with couples seeking a romantic getaway. Availability at Lovett Inn is a little better since they offer eight rooms and one private cottage with its own whirlpool, but this 1918 Colonial bed and breakfast still books quickly. If you're looking for the perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion, don't put it off until the last minute.

Extended Stay

Of the moderately priced hotels, the ones most worth mentioning are a new type that are rapidly gaining popularity. Hotels that feature weekly rates on suites or efficiency apartments are taking most major cities by storm, and Houston is certainly no exception. These hotels were designed primarily to help businesses cut outlandish travel expenses, but they are growing popular with leisure travelers as well. After all, whether you are away from home for business or pleasure, who wouldn't prefer a suite with some homestyle amenities to a generic room? And since the concept is a relatively new one, you can typically expect these hotels to boast very modern interiors and facilities.

Although there will be variations between the different chains, most offer fitness centers and business facilities with related amenities on-site. It is also a general standard for most to feature refrigerators, microwaves and coffee makers in the rooms. Some even have stovetops for additional cooking flexibility that can really come in handy for lengthy stays. Except for the heart of the downtown area, you will find these types of hotels in most parts of the city. Amerisuites has several Houston locations, including one near Bush Intercontinental Airport. Best Western Westchase Mini-Suites is located on the west side and features whirlpools in some of the suites. Homestead Village has a location in the Galleria area as well as other parts of the city, and Sumner Suites is located near Hobby Airport and offers a cocktail lounge inside the hotel.

American Standards

If you prefer casual comfort that offers all the basics without breaking the bank, there are a broad range of American standards to choose from. Multiple branches of popular chains, like Comfort Inn, Days Inn, La Quinta, Motel 6 and Super 8, are spread across the city. In addition to the well-known names, there are also a number of independent motels and smaller chains to choose from. Like the moderately priced hotels, it has become increasingly common to find modern amenities like refrigerators, microwaves and coffee makers in a lot of inexpensive hotels as well.

Red Roof Inn near Hobby Airport offers one of the best deals in the city. It features whirlpools and modem lines in addition to standard amenities and offers weekly rates. The Galleria area's recently renovated Rodeway Inn offers a few two-bedroom suites. These are perfect for families traveling with children, but book in advance as they tend to be in high demand. Sleep Inn opened at Bush Intercontinental Airport in 1996 and offers Internet access and laundry service in addition to standard amenities. If your company is in need of inexpensive conference facilities, head to Braeswood Hotel & Convention Center near the Medical Center. This hotel features a fitness center and expanded conference space. It is the perfect location for modest company gatherings.

Regardless of your needs, Houston has many options to accommodate you. Come for a visit and you might find yourself too comfortable to leave!







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Quattro


Lap of luxury
 1300 Lamar St
(at the Four Seasons Hotel)
Houston, TX 77010
+1 713 650 1300
http://www.fourseasons.com/houston/vacations/dining.html
Quattro
Bistro Lancaster


Breakfast, too
 701 Texas St
(at Louisiana St)
Houston, TX 77002
+1 713 228 9502
http://www.thelancasterhouston.com/lancaster_houston_restaurant.php?home=restaurant
Bistro Lancaster
Texas Medical Center


Medical complex
 1135 Holcombe Blvd
(east of Fannin)
Houston, TX 77030
+1 713 791 6161 (Visitors) / +1 713 795 0000 (24 hr services)
http://www.tmc.edu/
Texas Medical Center
Four Seasons Hotel


Classic downtown hotel
 1300 Lamar Street
Houston, TX 77010-3017
+1 713 650 1300
http://www.fourseasons.com/houston/
Four Seasons Hotel
Houstonian


Palacial rooms for business or pleasure
 111 North Post Oak Lane
Houston, TX 77024
+1 713 680 2626
http://www.houstonian.com/
Houstonian
Galleria


Most Upscale Shopping Experience in Houston
 5085 Westheimer Rd
Westheimer Road & Post Oak Boulevard
Houston, TX 77056
+1 713 622 0663
http://www.galleriahouston.com/
Galleria
Lancaster


Luxurious comfort in the heart of downtown
 701 Texas Ave
Houston, TX 77002
+1 713 228 9500
http://www.thelancasterhouston.com
Lancaster
Angel Arbor Bed & Breakfast


Bed and breakfast in the city
 848 Heights Boulevard
Houston, TX 77007
+1 713 868 4654
Angel Arbor Bed & Breakfast
Doubletree Guest Suites


Beautiful suites at the Galleria
 5353 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77056
+1 713 961 9000 / +1 800 222 8733 (Toll free)
http://www.doubletree.com
Doubletree Guest Suites
Lovett Inn


Bed and Breakfast in the heart of the city
 501 Lovett Blvd
Houston, TX 77006
+1 713 522 5224
http://www.lovettinn.com/
Lovett Inn
Omni Hotel


Surrounded by nature in the Galleria
 4 Riverway
Houston, TX 77056
+1 713 871 8181
http://www.omnihotels.com/
Omni Hotel
Hotel ZaZa


Elegance in the Museum District
 5701 Main Street
Houston, TX 77005
+1 713 526 1991
http://www.hotelzazahouston.com/
Hotel ZaZa
Red Roof Inn Hobby


Inexpensive airport accommodations
 9005 Airport Boulevard
Houston, TX 77061
+1 713 943 3300 / +1 800 733 7663 (RED ROOF)
http://www.redroof.com/
Red Roof Inn Hobby
Robin's Nest Inn


Beautiful bed and breakfast
 4104 Greeley Street
Houston, TX 77006
+1 713 528 5821 / +1 800 622 8343
http://www.therobin.com/
Robin's Nest Inn
Amerisuites


Affordable all suites motel
 300 Ronan Park Place
Houston, TX 77060
+1 281 820 6060 / +1 800 833 1516
http://www.amerisuites.com/
Amerisuites
Sleep Inn Intercontinental


New and inexpensive comfort
 15675 JFK Blvd
Houston, TX 77032
+1 281 442 7770
http://www.hotel-rates.com/us/texas/houston/sleep-inn-intercontinental.html
Sleep Inn Intercontinental
Comfort Inn Hobby


Comfortable and inexpensive
 9000 Airport Boulevard
Houston, TX 77061
+1 713 943 0035
Comfort Inn Hobby
Braeswood Hotel & Convention Center


Near amusement parks and the Medical Center
 2100 South Braeswood Boulevard
Houston, TX 77030
+1 713 797 9000
Braeswood Hotel & Convention Center
Rodeway Inn Greenway Plaza


Casual accommodations in Greenway Plaza
 3135 Southwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77098
+1 713 526 1071
http://www.hotelstravel.com/North_America/US/TX/Houston/RodewayInnSouthwestFreeway.html
Rodeway Inn Greenway Plaza
Westin Galleria Houston


Literally inside the prestigious Galleria
 5060 West Alabama
Houston, TX 77056
+1 713 960 8100
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/
Westin Galleria Houston
Best Western Westchase Mini Suites


West Houston corporate and leisure suites
 2950 West Sam Houston Parkway South
Houston, TX 77042-3604
+1 713 782 1515
http://www.bestwesterntexas.com/hotels/best-western-westchase-mini-suites/
Best Western Westchase Mini Suites
Houston Days Inn East


East side comfort and convenience
 10801 East Freeway
Houston, TX 77029
+1 713 675 2201
http://www.daysinn.com/
Houston Days Inn East
Super 8


New motel near NASA
 18103 Kingsrow Lane
Houston, TX 77058
+1 281 333 5385
Super 8
Quinta Southwest


Great price and free breakfast
 12727 Southwest Freeway
Stafford
Houston, TX 77477
+1 281 240 2300
http://www.lq.com/lq/properties/propertyProfile.do?ident=LQ696&propId=696
Quinta Southwest
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