Houston is one of the most interesting cities in the United States. It has all the attractions that vacationing families will love and remember long after they’re gone. There is the Houston Space Center, perhaps the most famous landmark in all of Houston. The center provides comprehensive information on the moon and space travel. The downtown Aquarium houses all kinds of fish of any size, shape and color.
So who will forget the exciting Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo? It was the largest event in the state. The Houston Museum District also piques the interest of the most enthusiastic art patron. For the kids, there’s the Houston Zoo. Covering an area of 55 acres, it is home to all kinds of animals that your children may not have seen before.
When you’re staying in Houston on business or with your family on vacation, you have many lodging options. Downtown Houston is where most of the attractions are located. It also has several luxury hotels that offer the kind of services that you and your family will appreciate.
Hotel Magnolia
Magnolia Hotel is located at 1100 Texas Avenue, Houston. It is often referred to as the “Ultimate Boutique Hotel”. The hotel has also received numerous awards for its excellent services and facilities. The food is special and even received the “Super Chef Award” from HTexas magazine. The hotel’s location is within walking distance of many Houston entertainment venues, shopping malls, theaters, and convention centers.
Magnolia is a modern hotel. Its rooms are slightly larger than industry standards and the suites add a full kitchen along with many other amenities and services such as a mini bar, iron and ironing board, computer, accessible data ports for fax and telephones. 2 line cordless. There is also a television, a fan and a personal safe.
On the second floor of the hotel you will find the Club. The club has a library for book lovers, an Internet connection when your children need to connect with friends. There is also a night bar and a pool room. There are places for a few quiet minutes and a meeting room when you need to meet up with some friends. You and your family will also receive a complimentary breakfast. Room rates start at $149.
Hotel Alden Houston
Alden Houston Hotel is located at 1117 Prairie Street, Houston. The hotel’s design is refreshingly contemporary, with a mix of classical architecture. If the building is interesting, the services are not far behind. In fact, their services are the best because they are personalized, according to the tastes of each one. The amenities are state-of-the-art and its restaurant is known as “17”, offering incomparable meals and catering to guests’ private events. The hotel bar is informal, a fitting complement to the lively downtown atmosphere.
Hotel rooms feature amenities that include satellite television, movie library, hypoallergenic duvet, iron and ironing board, as well as DVD player, CD player, telephone, Internet access, refreshment center, and many others. The daily rate is $199.
Hyatt Regency Houston
Hyatt Regency Houston is located at 200 Louisiana Street. It is in the heart of Houston, just minutes from the George Brown Convention Center, the Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park and the theater district. The subway can take you and your family to Hermann Park, the Museum District, and the Medical Center. The hotel is within walking distance of downtown Houston’s great clubs and restaurants.
On the top floor of the hotel is the Spindletop, a revolving restaurant and the only one in Houston. You’ll have a wonderful time taking in the breathtaking views of Houston while enjoying some of the best cuisine in Houston.
Standard amenities at the Hyatt Regency include complimentary breakfast, Internet access, toll-free phone services, a fitness center, and a newspaper of your choice. There is the usual TV and cable, safe deposit box and many others. Room rates start at $289.
