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The Houston Grand Hotel River Oaks is one of the finest hotels in the United States. It's traditional and calm, with modern amenities, efficient staff, and classic American luxury.

Location

The Houston Grand Hotel - River Oaks is in Uptown Houston. It's close to The Galleria, which has 400 stores and luxury brands. The upscale River Oaks area is close to the hotel. It features elegant homes, designer boutiques, pricey restaurants, and beauty salons. This is also an area of refined culture with galleries of fine art and ceramics, and a deco art theater.

Houston has an integrated public transport system, with the Metro rail covering most of the city. Taxi services cover the whole city. However, the hotel provides a free shuttle within a 3-mile radius. In addition, three international airports also serve the city, with Houston Hobby (HOU) being the nearest. Moreover, the resort is just six miles from the Texas Medical Center.

Style & Hospitality

This luxury hotel in Houston is known for its helpful and friendly staff. They are knowledgeable and efficient, whether at reception, housekeeping, or the bar and restaurant. The décor at Houston Grand Hotel - River Oaks is darkly Texan with a lot of wood, leather, and plush seating, yet not at all gloomy.

Additionally, natural light lifts any somberness, and gorgeous floral displays bring grace and color to the rooms. Paintings also add richness to the walls in public spaces and guest rooms.

Rooms

The Houston Grand Hotel has 232 rooms and suites. It offers 24-hour concierge services, valet parking, an outdoor pool, a classy spa, and a high-tech fitness center. Moreover, the dining facilities are among the best in Texan/American traditional style. Also, the rooms feature a raft of cutting-edge tech amenities and lavish marble bathrooms.

The rooms feature rich leathers, woods, and beige tones. Scatter cushions add pops of mandarin and turquoise color. Besides, oversized chocolate-brown leather armchairs match the Zorah Ottoman and seating chests. Beds are supremely comfortable, dressed in Italian linens and downy comforters. Floor-to-ceiling windows let in natural light during the day. At night, attractive lamps take over.

Enjoy gorgeous views of the Houston skyline or the greenery of River Oaks. Rooms also benefit from air conditioning and soundproofing. Amenities include coffee/tea-making equipment, an honor bar, and phone systems. Wi-Fi and wired internet, in-room movies, TV and DVD player, cable, satellite, and Bose stereo systems exist. Furthermore, bathrooms have soaking tubs and showers, beige marble vanities, and huge mirrors.

Suites

These accommodations have all the rooms' amenities, extra luxury touches, and more living space. Additionally, softer caramel and cream colors create a soothing ambiance in these suites. Bedrooms are separate from the living rooms and dining areas.

Most suites include extra bathrooms. They feature tubs, spray jets, and separate showers. You'll also find courtesy bathrobes, slippers, and Remede bath toiletries. Some suites also have dressing rooms, work desks, and marble-surround fireplaces.

The Presidential Suite also offers a balcony and panoramic city views.

Restaurant & Dining

Breakfast and lunch at the award-winning Remington Restaurant are highlights for any visitor. Moreover, all-American-style breakfasts are big and bold. These feature tasty potato-and-egg dishes with sausage, bacon, ham, or turkey. Wood-smoked salmon is another option. Besides, yogurt and berries provide a healthy alternative.

Lunch menus, loved by local business folks and visiting executives, feature fresh, local produce. The menu includes soups, crab cakes, burgers, sandwiches, and salads.

The Remington Bar usually provides an evening menu, outstanding cocktails, and live music. Guests can enjoy attractive outdoor seating in fine weather. Also, The Wine Room offers private dining. Guests can enjoy an exclusive Californian wine list and specially prepared menus. Room service menus are also available.

Tea Service

The Houston Grand Hotel is famous for its signature rituals. These are the Bloody Mary ritual and the afternoon and evening rituals. You can indulge in a Bloody Mary by visiting the Remington Bar. Besides, the lounge is a place for afternoon and evening rituals.

Afternoon tea in the tea lounge is called 'English' tea. It's more elaborate, featuring many sweet and savory treats. You can enjoy these delights while listening to classical harp music. Additionally, a delightful extra is a menu of mini-selections for children to pair with the grownups' choices. Several different artisan St Regis Houston brews are also served on weekend afternoons. Finally, you can order Veuve Clicquot to enjoy the evening ritual.

Spa & Fitness

World-class holistic treatments are offered at this swish spa, or you can arrange them in-room via the concierge service. The spa menu includes massages, body wraps, and facials.

The Spa offers treatments for both men and women. There are also separate relaxation lounges for each gender. A fully-equipped gym and exercise facility is open daily from 5 am-11 pm in light-filled fitness rooms. The outdoor pool is heated for swimmers. Towels are provided, and comfy sun loungers are ready on the deck.

Children

The Houston Grand Hotel is family-friendly. It welcomes children and has many family packages. Kids can enjoy special menus, bathrobes, and slippers. They also offer family-friendly teatime specials. Furthermore, concierge services can arrange city activities and entertainment.

The outdoor pool is open to all ages so that families can enjoy the facility together. Pets are also accepted by arrangement.

Meetings & Events

The hotel offers great event and business facilities. It has top-notch organization and catering teams. Besides, you can book an entire floor if required. Wedding and family celebrations are also carefully planned, with several different venues available. Furthermore, the Astor ballroom can accommodate any significant event, with seating for over 100 guests.

Sightseeing in Houston

Houston is synonymous with space exploration, and the NASA Johnson Space Center has a visitor's center. Choose organized city tours or Friday private visits to meet an astronaut (great for the kids). There is also the museum district, home to a host of museums, most of which are free. In addition, Buffalo Bayou Park has oodles of green space for walking, biking, dog walking, games, and fun.

Takeaway

There is much to see and do in Houston, even for business people taking an hour or two away from work. The Houston Grand Hotel River Oaks is the ideal place to enjoy the city.