This chic boutique hotel dates all the way back to 1924, when it first opened its doors as the Sam Houston Hotel. It shuttered in the 1970s, had another go in the 2000s, switched names a couple of times, and then in 2013, after a redesign, the Sam Houston bounced back as good as ever. Despite its reverence for the past, The Sam— as it likes to be called—sports a cool and contemporary vibe. Rooms feature leather headboards, Herman Miller desk chairs, Keurig coffee makers, and granite bathrooms. The on-site restaurant, *17, is heralded for its seasonal, farm-to-table New American fare served in a showy dining room. The Sam Bar makes a fine spot for knocking back classic whiskey drinks or gobbling up shrimp tacos; you’ll probably spot a few baseball fans during the season (Minute Maid Park is just down the block). Downtown adventurers, as well as business travelers, will find a lot to like here.
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The Sam Houston Hotel
1117 Prairie St.
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Neighborhood
Downtown
Phone
877/348-8800, 832/200-8800
Prices
$139–$255 standard, $195–$275 suite, special weekend rates available, valet parking $28, self- parking $12
Units
100
Amenities
Restaurant, bar, 24-hour fitness center, 24-hour business center,
daily newspaper, meeting spaces, rooftop event space, same-day laundry
and dry-cleaning, car service within 3 miles, free Wi-Fi
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The Sam Houston Hotel
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1117 Prairie St. HoustonNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.