Houston hotel recommendation
May 13, 2011, 11:05 pm
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Houston hotel recommendation
I have 4 options for my next trip with my son
The Derek for 2 nights 241 USD includes breakfast for both and transportation to places near
The Westin Galleria for 2 nights 198 Usd
The Omni Hotel for 2 nights 206 USD and includes transportation to anywhere near
The purpose of this trip is a medical appointment but of course also a hit of shopping.
I had stayed 3 times at the Westin and it's just a regular hotel for me it's a 3 star hotel, the great thing is the connection to the mall.
The Omni is 4.5 stars but it has a small room and a bit further from the Anderson.
The Derek is 4 stars and it's the newest.
Derek, Omni or the Westin?
The Derek for 2 nights 241 USD includes breakfast for both and transportation to places near
The Westin Galleria for 2 nights 198 Usd
The Omni Hotel for 2 nights 206 USD and includes transportation to anywhere near
The purpose of this trip is a medical appointment but of course also a hit of shopping.
I had stayed 3 times at the Westin and it's just a regular hotel for me it's a 3 star hotel, the great thing is the connection to the mall.
The Omni is 4.5 stars but it has a small room and a bit further from the Anderson.
The Derek is 4 stars and it's the newest.
Derek, Omni or the Westin?
May 14, 2011, 10:59 am
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I have 4 options for my next trip with my son
The Derek for 2 nights 241 USD includes breakfast for both and transportation to places near
The Westin Galleria for 2 nights 198 Usd
The Omni Hotel for 2 nights 206 USD and includes transportation to anywhere near
The purpose of this trip is a medical appointment but of course also a hit of shopping.
I had stayed 3 times at the Westin and it's just a regular hotel for me it's a 3 star hotel, the great thing is the connection to the mall.
The Omni is 4.5 stars but it has a small room and a bit further from the Anderson.
The Derek is 4 stars and it's the newest.
Derek, Omni or the Westin?
The Derek for 2 nights 241 USD includes breakfast for both and transportation to places near
The Westin Galleria for 2 nights 198 Usd
The Omni Hotel for 2 nights 206 USD and includes transportation to anywhere near
The purpose of this trip is a medical appointment but of course also a hit of shopping.
I had stayed 3 times at the Westin and it's just a regular hotel for me it's a 3 star hotel, the great thing is the connection to the mall.
The Omni is 4.5 stars but it has a small room and a bit further from the Anderson.
The Derek is 4 stars and it's the newest.
Derek, Omni or the Westin?
It's not on your list, but have you considered the Houstonian? It's in a lovely, relaxing setting, and is not far from the Galleria at all. Don't know if they offer complimentary transportation, however.
(I assume you are referring to M D Anderson Cancer Center? If you happen to take a cab to your appointment, just refer to it as "MD Anderson," otherwise the cab driver may not realize right away where you want to go...just a clarity issue, that's all.)
May 17, 2011, 2:20 pm
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Not sure how much you want to spend but Hotel ZaZa is right in the museum district and a short hop via light rail to M.D. Anderson.
It is usually "expensive" though.
For Galleria area the Derek is very nice. Hotel Granduca is also nice.
From the list in your OP I'd go with Derek unless you want the direct connection to Galleria then Westin.
It is usually "expensive" though.
For Galleria area the Derek is very nice. Hotel Granduca is also nice.
From the list in your OP I'd go with Derek unless you want the direct connection to Galleria then Westin.
May 18, 2011, 6:21 am
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I've stayed at the Derek a couple of times and really enjoyed it. The service is excellent and it's a nice change of pace from the "cookie-cutter" chain properties. It's just a block or two to the Galleria and the Post Oak Blvd shopping - although one needs to cross some busy streets. If you factor in the costs of breakfast, the price is very comparable. I'd also go with the Derek.
Jun 12, 2011, 10:25 am
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Sorry to hijack this thread, but a related question.
Any recent experiences at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria...? I will be there for 2 nights next week... dont wany anything fancy, just a clean place to stay and safe parking. I can secure a sub $100 rate and Im ready to pull the trigger..... feedback please!!!
Thanks !!!! ^
Gaucho100K
Any recent experiences at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria...? I will be there for 2 nights next week... dont wany anything fancy, just a clean place to stay and safe parking. I can secure a sub $100 rate and Im ready to pull the trigger..... feedback please!!!
Thanks !!!! ^
Gaucho100K
Jun 14, 2011, 12:19 pm
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Sorry to hijack this thread, but a related question.
Any recent experiences at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria...? I will be there for 2 nights next week... dont wany anything fancy, just a clean place to stay and safe parking. I can secure a sub $100 rate and Im ready to pull the trigger..... feedback please!!!
Thanks !!!! ^
Gaucho100K
Any recent experiences at the Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria...? I will be there for 2 nights next week... dont wany anything fancy, just a clean place to stay and safe parking. I can secure a sub $100 rate and Im ready to pull the trigger..... feedback please!!!
Thanks !!!! ^
Gaucho100K
Jun 19, 2011, 7:31 am
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Jun 24, 2011, 6:32 pm
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I plan on staying there on points later this summer. Please provide any information that you can on the hotel and surrounding area. I am Diamond, so if you are Diamond, if you can let me know if they provide upgrades or other benefits I would appreciate it. Thanks.