Best Luxury Hotels in Texas

Situated along the River Walk, The Mokara Hotel & Spa accommodates its guests in 99 rooms and suites. The spa here is undoubtedly a highlight, with private treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge and a couples’ suite. Its wellness offer also includes a fitness centre and an outdoor heated pool. The hotel has two dining options: Ostra, a seafood restaurant and the Rooftop Bar, for prime views of the River Walk and the surrounding city. Far-reaching views can also be enjoyed from the rooftop swimming pool. And there’s a ground-level terrace leading right beside the water’s edge, overlooking a pretty stone bridge.

At the heart of the Arts District, the Fairmont is a cosmopolitan 545 bedroom hotel. Inside is a Starbucks coffee shop and the Pyramid Restaurant. Many ingredients used in the latter, come from the hotel’s incredible rooftop garden. Here fresh herbs, spices, fruits and vegetables are grown and harvested onsite, ensuring a roof to table dining ethos!  It’s the longest-running AAA / Four Diamond restaurant in the city, with a sophisticated and glamorous ambience. Also found on the rooftop, is a junior olympic sized pool surrounded by comfy lounge chairs, a kids’ pool, and a bar serving lighter meals.

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.

1,048 bedrooms, a gym, a gift boutique and five restaurants (including an upscale steakhouse and a sushi bar) are spread across the 37 stories of this mammoth, central hotel. Hang out in the lobby lounge, or at the heated outdoor pool terrace, where you’ll also find a hot tub. Relax in one of the spa’s solariums, with a saline soaking pool, a eucalyptus steam grotto and a European dry heat sauna and book a treatment performed using organic products. Try your hand at cocktail-making or gingerbread-baking with a class, watch a light show, jump on a house bike to tour the city and listen to the in-house live music sessions. Set beside Palm Park and Waller Creek, the hotel has a particularly green outlook.

Located in a rejuvenated A 1920s neo-Gothic landmark is the home to The Joule.  This 160-room property, captivates art enthusiasts from the start, with mid-century mosaics and a crystal-covered engine by Roger Hiorns gracing the entrance and curated artworks showcased throughout its public and private spaces. The Joule is ideally situated next to the Dallas Arts District and in the heart of the central business district which is renowned as a hub of urban culture. The Joule features a range of retail boutiques, top-tier culinary offerings, a world-class spa and an 8-foot cantilevered pool that extends over Main Street.

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.

Hotel Emma, located in San Antonio’s historic Pearl District was originally established in 1894 as the Pearl Brewery, the building has been meticulously transformed into a 146-room riverfront hotel, preserving its industrial heritage while offering contemporary comforts. The décor combines industrial elements with sophisticated design, creating a unique and inviting atmosphere. Accommodations range from well-appointed guest rooms to seven distinctive top-floor suites, each featuring plush furnishings, fine linens, and modern amenities. Guests can enjoy culinary delights at on-site establishments such as Supper, Larder, and Sternewirth, or relax by the year-round outdoor pool and fitness center. Situated adjacent to the River Walk and just 1.3 miles from The Alamo, Hotel Emma offers convenient access to San Antonio’s cultural and historical attractions, making it an ideal destination for discerning travelers seeking both luxury and a connection to the city’s vibrant past.

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.

Stay within walking distance of the Austin Convention Center and the vibrant 6th Street entertainment district, downtown at The Westin. There are 326 guest rooms and suites; dining options, including Stella San Jac for eclectic Austin-American food and the Azul Rooftop Pool Bar + Lounge for cocktails and light bites; a gym; a rooftop pool; and a spa. Operated by HEI Hotels & Resorts, the hotel is popular with business travellers, boasting over 19,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a grand ballroom, several smaller meeting rooms and a business centre.

A real highlight of the Hotel Crescent Court is one of the famed Nobu restaurants – a brand that’s pioneered the most innovative Japanese cuisine in the west. Along with Nobu’s signature dishes, you’ll find Texan-influenced plates, like Scallops with Jalapeño Salsa and Ranchero Rib Eye Steak. There’s also The Conservatory for daytime dining, a cafe serving Starbucks-branded coffee and The Crescent Club, an exclusive private dining venue open solely to residents. This 35 year old establishment in uptown Dallas also has over 200 bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and Molton Brown toiletries, a pool and a 22,000 square foot wellness centre.

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.