Top Houston Hotels

Featuring 56,405 total acres of parkland, Houston ranks among the top cities in the nation in park acreage per capita, according to the Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau. With more than 100 miles of hiking and biking trails, Houston presents a wealth of recreational and outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts planning to visit this thriving metropolis. From Anahauc National Wildlife Refuge to Brazos Bend State Park and Armand Bayou Nature Center, Houston offers visitors a taste of the unexpected. An array of luxury accommodations awaits.

The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center

Located amidst 28,000 acres of natural forest just north of Houston, The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center provides all the amenities one would expect from a luxury hotel, including guest suites outfitted with study areas, data ports, personal voice mail, plush bathrobes and more. On the grounds, the Forest Oasis Waterscape presents waterslides and activities for the family, while 145 miles of nature trails provide opportunities for scenic outings. Championship golf courses, a spa and fitness center, and fine dining at the acclaimed The Glass restaurant round out the list of reasons for the outdoor enthusiast to book a stay.

The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
2301 N. Millbend Drive
The Woodlands, Texas 77380
(281) 367-1100
woodlandsresort.com

Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa

A decidedly luxury destination in Houston, the Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa unfolds into 18 acres of wooded property, where a relaxing retreat awaits guests of this five-star urban resort. Featuring a fitness club and luxurious spa, the hotel offers deluxe accommodations that include plush terrycloth robes for all guests, along with 24-hour room service, flat-screen TV, mini bar, signature bath products, Internet access and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing charming natural surroundings. Ultimate luxury can be found in the executive suites, which are handsomely appointed with fine furnishings. The Capitol and Presidential suites boast everything from Jacuzzi tubs to pillow-top neck massagers.

Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa
111 N. Post Oak Lane
Houston, Texas 77024
(713) 680-2626
houstonian.com

Hotel Derek

Showcasing a sophisticated, urban style and sterling hospitality, Hotel Derek offers 314 luxury guest rooms with a variety of amenities including high-speed Internet access, stocked mini bar, bathrobes, security safe and more. Among the hotel's offerings include complimentary overnight shoe shine, 24-hour fitness center, spa treatment suite, in-house clothes-pressing services, outdoor pool and pet-friendly accommodations.

Hotel Derek
2525 West Loop South
Houston, Texas 77027
(866) 292-4100
Hotelderek.com

Article Written By Karen Sprinkles

Karen Sprinkles has been a freelance writer since 1988. She's currently the managing editor of a luxury home magazine and has written for regional newspapers and magazines. Sprinkles received the Award of Excellence from the Hawaii Book Publishers Association for "The Hawaii Home Book," which reached No. 1 on the Hawaii bestsellers list. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of California.

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