Best Luxury Hotels in Houston

From Uptown, to Downtown and The Four Seasons, which first opened its doors in the same year as the St Regis. Here you’ll find the acclaimed Toro Toro restaurant, the Pan-Latin steakhouse by Richard Sandoval, and Bandista, the intimate speakeasy serving up inventive cocktails and rate spirits. Its spa provides treatments such as facials, body scrubs, and cupping therapy, as well as a nail salon, a relaxation lounge, a steam room and a sauna. A pool area with sofas, palm trees and family amenities can be enjoyed on the terrace and on the first floor, are the unique Topgolf Swing Suites, for a round of indoor simulated golf with food by Bayou & Bottle. Choose a room on a higher floor (of the 404 including 63 suites available) for stunning views of the city skyline.

Opened in March 2018, this uptown property is owned by the Texan billionaire Tilman Fertitta and is part of the Landry’s Inc. portfolio. It offers 250 guest rooms, including 22 luxury suites ranging from 1,000 to 5,000 square feet and with panoramic views of the city. Dining options include Mastro’s Steakhouse, Willie G’s Seafood and Bloom & Bee, a modern American bistro. The hotel also features a full-service spa, a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and 35,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a grand ballroom and multiple smaller venues.

Found in the exclusive River Oaks neighbourhood, The St. Regis Houston has been in business for a little over four decades. 232 guest rooms exude classic elegance, with fine linens and marble bathrooms. Suites provide separate living areas and bedrooms, some with the famed St Regis butler service included. Guests can tuck into modern American food crafted using locally sourced ingredients, at the award-winning Remington Restaurant. And for a nightcap, there’s The Remington Bar, renowned for its extensive selection of rare and vintage spirits. The sophisticated retreat includes a heated outdoor pool and a holistic spa.

In the heart of the lively Museum District and downtown central business district, the Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District is the ideal place to stay, no matter what your reason for travel. The hotel offers comfortable and contemporary accommodation in the form of a lavish collection of guestrooms and suites and features the Magnificent Seven Suites including the expansive, 2,204sqft Black Label Suite with its grand balcony. On-site dining is available at the award-winning Monarch Bistro, Restaurant and Terrace serving breakfast, lunch and dinner while poolside dining and beverages is also available throughout the day. The hotel is home to a large, resort-style outdoor swimming pool. Guests are invited to make use of the relaxing and rejuvenating selection of spa and wellness facilities including ZaSpa treatments and an infrared sauna. This hotel is pet friendly.

Hotel Saint Augustine is a new property from Austin’s acclaimed hospitality group, Bunkhouse Hotels. The boutique hotel is located in Houston’s cultural Montrose neighbourhood and comprises 71 hotel rooms and suites which are set across five small two-story buildings that are connected by open air bridges, lushly landscaped courtyards and porches to create a residential feeling. Onsite amenities include a destination restaurant, an all-day lobby lounge and bar, listening room, an intimate event space, and a cloistered circular courtyard pool for guest use only.

The food and beverage venues are helmed by Houston’s well-known chef and restaurateur Aaron Bludorn and front-of-house partner, Cherif Mbodji, from the Augustine Lounge and Listening Room, offering an all day menu alongside a full bar to the premiere restaurant, Perseid, offering a take on the quintessential neighbourhood bistro paying homage to the global influencers defining Houston’s food and culture through the lens of the Gulf Coast with French influences.

Thompson Houston is a meticulously designed hotel that captures the essence of Texas heritage through its 172 custom-furnished guestrooms, including 34 suites with floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive en-suite bathrooms featuring marble vanities. Set in a modern glass and steel structure with curved lines by HOK, the hotel’s interior, crafted by Abel Design Group, showcases warm, earthy tones, organic materials, and hardwood floors, reflecting the natural beauty of nearby Buffalo Bayou Park. The hotel boasts a unique mid-century modern lobby on the seventh floor, offering panoramic views and a sophisticated design. It features the city’s expansive outdoor rooftop area, including a custom-tiled infinity pool, cabanas, and a large greenspace ideal for outdoor events and weddings.

Thompson Spa on the sixth floor offers a luxury spa experience with a range of treatments, indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, and a 24-hour fitness centre. Dining options include the all-day dining restaurant Sol 7, with rooftop seating for seasonal fare and creative cocktails. Adjacent to a 160-acre park, the hotel encourages outdoor activities and wellness with amenities like complimentary electric bicycles and hydration stations. Its location offers convenient access to Houston’s Galleria, River Oaks, downtown, the Museum District, sports venues, and is within a 25-minute drive from major airports.

The historic Houston 1920’s boutique hotel, The Lancaster Hotel, is the only hotel in the city’s theatre district and provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city below. This Downtown Houston hotel displays an impressive collection of over 200 artworks by a local artist and is home to elegant and sophisticated guestrooms and suites featuring the expansive The Director Penthouse Suite and its high ceilings and arched windows boasting views over the downtown area. Cultivated F+B Restaurant offers fine dining in a completely renovated space and a complimentary gourmet breakfast buffet to start your morning right. Guests in the suites receive complimentary room service breakfast. There is an on-site bar, private dining options and a delightful afternoon tea on offer. Guests are given access to a fully equipped fitness centre while a cardio fitness room with Peloton bikes can be found on site.

The C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel is conveniently situated in the heart of Houston, providing guests with easy access to the city’s main attractions and most desirable areas. The hotel is comprised of a collection of sophisticated and luminous guestrooms and suites with the most spacious being the top-floor Presidential Suite providing guests with unrivalled views over the city. On-site dining is made possible by the chic Lobby Bar, overlooking Allen Acre and serving creative cocktails over tempting dishes. The Parlour Hideaway is an exclusive and elegant private dining area offering happy hour, tasting events and wine nights. Guests don’t need to slow down in this hotel and are welcome to take their breakfast and lunch with them thanks to Good2Go. The hotel invites guests to take advantage of the 24-hour fitness facilities.

Surrounded by verdant greenery, the Omni Houston Hotel offers guests a relaxing retreat away from the busy city while being conveniently central. The hotel is situated in Uptown Houston and offers a selection of spacious guestrooms and suites featuring the top-floor, grand Presidential Suite with a walk-out balcony overlooking the swimming pool and pristine gardens. Guests can dine on site at Birdies Café & Bar or opt to unwind in La Reserve Whiskey Lounge or in MoonShot Waterside Bar by the pool. The hotel is also home to the well-known Houston Black Swan Nightclub. There are two outdoor swimming pools and guest can relax and rejuvenate in the splendid Mokara Spa. Guests are able to access the state-of-the-art fitness facilities located in a connected building. There are excellent meeting and event facilities at the Omni Houston Hotel fitted with high-tech equipment and exclusive event management amenities.

The Marriott Marquis Houston offers luxurious accommodation with state-of-the-art facilities in a building connected to George R. Brown Convention Centre. The hotel boasts an array of modern and deluxe guestrooms and suites featuring the spacious Presidential Corner Suite boasting panoramic city views from its expansive windows and balcony. Member can benefit from exclusive access to the M Club Lounge. There are multiple dining options including Xochi by Hugo Ortega, serving Oaxacan cuisine with a Texan twist, and Biggio’s Sports Bar. Guests are invited to take advantage of the facilities at Altitude Rooftop Terrace and Pool such as the unique lazy river shaped like the state of Texas or sample the cocktails and rooftop dining options at High Dive. Pure Spa Houston is on hand with indulgent treatments and wellness facilities such as a 24-hour fitness centre with Peloton bikes. Guests are invited to enjoy the weekly live musical performance of ‘Friday Night Fireside Sax’.

The Chifley Houston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers travellers from all over the world a comfortable escape and excellent facilities to help you make the most of your stay. The hotel is situated in Uptown Houston and is within close distance to notable attractions such as Houston Galleria, Houston Arboretum & Nature Centre and Memorial Park. There is a selection of stylish and spacious suites on offer featuring the King Suite with two rooms and separate living space. Guests can enjoy on-site dining at Rouse Restaurant where fusion cuisine is served with heavy BBQ, Asian and Mexican influences as well as tempting cocktails. Guests won’t want to miss the outdoor swimming pool and are invited to take full advantage of the fully equipped 24-hour fitness centre. This hotel is pet friendly.