THE WHITEHALL HOUSTON | Houston ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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1700 Smith Street, Houston, Texas, United States, 77002

“This hotel is perfectly situated near a plethora of fantastic restaurants and bars, making our stay vibrant and full of options.”view full review

The Whitehall Houston - A Downtown Landmark with Three Restaurants, Rooftop Pool, and SCAD Art Gallery

Located in Downtown Houston's theater district, The Whitehall Houston occupies an iconic 1960s revival architecture building featuring 259 rooms and suites. This Houston hotel provides 12000 square feet of event space with 14 high-tech meeting rooms accommodating up to 400 guests. The property houses three distinct dining venues: Buffalo Bayou Coffee Shop serving local coffee and light fare, Part & Parcel offering craft cocktails and Southern-inspired gastropub cuisine, and Edgar's Hermano presenting Tex-Mex fusion dishes. The Whitehall's amenities include a rooftop pool with private cabanas, a 24-hour fitness center, and an art gallery showcasing original works through collaboration with the Savannah College of Art and Design. A complimentary shuttle service operates between 7 AM and 11 PM, covering Downtown and Midtown areas.

Pros

Historic property that has hosted notable guests including President Obama, Bob Dylan, and Elvis Presley

Executive Chef Silvia Covarrubias, a 3-time champion of the Sotherly Chef Showdown, leads the culinary program

Features an on-site SCAD Gallery displaying rotating artwork collections

Architectural details include a floating spiral staircase and Italian marble floors

Cons

Valet-only parking with no self-parking option

Limited shuttle service area covering only Downtown and Midtown

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Standard Double Room Two Double Beds Disability Access

2 persons

37 m²

2 Double beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Executive King Room

5 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Room

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Coffee machine

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Double Room Two Double Beds

2 persons

45 m²

2 Double beds

Coffee machine

Air conditioning

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City Centre

Houston 1.0 km

Airports

William P. Hobby (HOU) 19.5 km

George Bush Houston (IAH) 34.2 km

Train

Downtown Transit Center Station500 m

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Great Dining Experience!

“During my stay, I had the pleasure of dining at Edgar's Hermano. The food was absolutely good, and the service was quick and friendly. I especially enjoyed the breakfast; it was amazing and set a perfect tone for each day. I highly recommend trying their menu!” view full review

Comfortable and Cozy Rooms

“The rooms at The Whitehall Houston were beautifully polished and incredibly comfortable. I was impressed with the cleanliness and the quality of the bedding. Each night, I enjoyed a restful sleep on the soft and inviting mattress, which made my stay all the more enjoyable.” view full review

Excellent Room Features

“I found the room features to be great, including hard wood flooring and glass shower doors in the bathroom. The complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi made it easy to stay connected, which was a bonus during my trip. All in all, the room amenities contributed to a luxurious experience.” view full review

Relaxing Pool Area

“I spent some time by the pool and cabanas during my stay, and it was a fantastic way to unwind. The pool area was well-kept, providing a perfect escape to relax after a day of exploring. It was a nice touch to have such a lovely leisure area to enjoy at The Whitehall.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Free shuttle service
Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

1700 Smith Street, Houston, Texas, United States, 77002

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1700 Smith Street, Houston, Texas, United States, 77002

City landmarks

Aquarium

Downtown Aquarium

1.5 km

Landmark

Discovery Green

1.8 km

Stadium

Toyota Center

1.4 km

Landmark

Minute Maid Park

2.2 km

Park

Buffalo Bayou Park

1.4 km

Stadium

BBVA Compass Stadium

2.0 km

Convention Centre

George R Brown Convention Center

1.8 km

Park

Sam Houston Park

810 m

Landmark

JPMorgan Chase Tower

1.5 km

Church

Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

640 m

Landmark

Houston Fire Museum

720 m

Park

Sesquicentennial Park

1.3 km

Landmark

Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern

1.0 km

Landmark

Houston Police Department Museum

600 m

Landmark

Downtown Tunnels

710 m

Landmark

Police Officer's Memorial

1.2 km

Landmark

First United Methodist Church

600 m

Museum

Buffalo Soldiers National Museum

2.0 km

Cemetery

Glenwood Cemetery

2.8 km

Landmark

Theater District

990 m

Landmark

Historic Downtown Hico

970 m

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

1.4 km

Night club

Spire Night Club

600 m

Museum

Museum of Printing History

2.3 km

Store

Spec's Wines

690 m

Landmark

Randalls

770 m

Mall

GreenStreet

770 m

Church

Annunciation Catholic Church

1.6 km

Night club

Cle

790 m

Nearby

Between Walker and Rusk Sts. east of Smith St.

Tranquility Park

480 m

Restaurants

Edgar's Hermano

80 m

1700 Smith Street

Brazos Restaurant at the Crowne Plaza Hotel

10 m

1700 Smith St

Part & Parcel

180 m

1700 Smith St The Whitehall

District 7 Grill

380 m

501 Pierce St

429 American Grille

500 m

Restaurant

Christian's Tailgate

550 m

2000 Bagby St Suite 106

Cyclone Anaya's Mexican Kitchen

590 m

309 Gray Street

Gyu-Kaku Japanese Bbq Dining

490 m

510 Gray St Ste A

Oakmont

590 m

1916 Baldwin St

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THE WHITEHALL HOUSTON, Houston

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The Whitehall Houston - A Downtown Landmark with Three Restaurants, Rooftop Pool, and SCAD Art Gallery

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