Grace. Charm. Attention to detail. Convenient. Strategic. Stellar…read more These describe La Maison. I chose for us to stay at this beautiful black- and women-owned establishment after I read about it on Travel Noire, and I don't plan to stay anywhere else on future trips to Houston. The rooms are immaculate. We had a beautiful suite with a private wrap-around balcony with two bathrooms, a parlor, and a large bedroom. The ceiling are high and the rooms are large, and this cannot be replicated by a hotel. I was surprised how quiet it is in the area overnight and in the early morning, given the midtown location. The breakfast was wonderful, delicious, and made based on our dietary preferences. We felt heard and understood. We have no negative words for this gorgeous place and the beautiful people who run it. We felt safe in the private parking lot behind us. There are cameras that are monitored outside. There is security code access to enter the building during your stay obtained when you check in. I, during our stay and given my Francophilia,, called it "The House," because we had all of the amenities of home here and given the original French meaning of the name of the spot. Thank you. Bravo!

A taste of southern hospitality in the city of Houston! We loved our stay at La Maison and…read moreespecially appreciated all the great support from Valerie during our stay. She was very helpful with a slightly early check in when we had an event to get to in the city and also helping us with check out to figure out how we could see the city and return for our things at the hotel since we had a late flight. La Maison is in a great location in Midtown - although I know public transport is not big in Houston, it's not far from the redline stop (maybe a ten minute walk) and we took average of this to go to the museum area and downtown. La Maison has great facilities with a spacious living and dining room, and even an elevator! (Not common in most bnbs and a welcome surprise during check in). The freshly cooked breakfast was exceptional - our appreciation to the chef!

Whenever I travel for work, I make it a point to stop by a local bookstore. Over the weekend I…read morevisited Becker's Books and it was exactly the kind of place I hope to find on the road. The shop was well organized and absolutely packed with books, one of those places where every shelf feels like it holds a new discovery. The owner was friendly and genuinely helpful, even pointing me in the right direction for locomotive books I was hoping to find. I easily could have spent the entire day browsing, but unfortunately work was calling. If you're a book lover and find yourself nearby, Becker's Books is definitely worth the stop.

The sad reality was there was this really nice article about a couple who started this book shop…read moreway back when as a way to preserve history and keep books alive and they had a passion for it. That was too many years ago. Now this is just a run down, smelly, dirty book store with overpriced books and no one loving it any longer. Aisles are disorganized, books haven't been touched in years, boxes of discarded books at each turn and no one caring. When you love books you don't treat them like this. Very disappointing.

Stayed here for one night for business. It's located near the airport in a relatively safe area…read more Closest restaurant within walking distance is sit-down Mexican food (which was very good) that was about a 8 minute walk away. Pros: Spacious, clean room Strong WIFI A few movies channels Free hot breakfast Cons: Bathroom sink was clogged and drained slowly Room facing I-45 was noisy. I would advise bringing earplugs or ask for room facing other way

Not a great stay, the staff was rude and not willing to help.. Have stayed here many times and have…read morespent a lot of money. I am very disappointed in the quality of service that has been declining over some time now.

Beautiful bookstore with lots of character! This store is absolutely packed from floor to ceiling…read morewith an amazing collection of books. The variety they offer here strikes a perfect blend of old and new, encompassing thousands of gently used books to plenty of well curated new releases. The books are sorted into dozens of nooks and crannies that are clearly labeled by genre. Even though the piles of books can seem intimidating at first, it's actually very easy to find what you're looking for and simultaneously stumble upon something new and unexpected. I love that there are comfortable reading chairs hidden among the shelves, making this a very welcoming place to stay awhile. Their sign advertises that they buy, sell, and trade books, which I have missed doing since the old Half Price Books left our area a few years ago. Can't believe I drove by this place for years without stopping in until now; I've really been missing out on a true book lovers' paradise.

I went to Copperfield's Book Shop and participated in their Houston Book Crawl last weekend. I…read moreenjoyed the variety of new and used books and book accessories here. My husband and I enjoyed walking around looking at all the selections. This a fun place to explore for a good deal. My used James Patterson book was $4. The staff informed me they're having a Spring Author Fair this weekend so I'm sure more people will be there to check out this place.

We did a staycation here for our anniversary on the weekend of May 8-10. Booking with points and a…read moresuite upgrade reward, we were placed in a suite at room 422 which gave an overview of the HEB and neighboring shops in that area. Plus the location is close to the Cynthia Woods Pavilion so it allowed us to hear the Dave Matthews Band concert performance which took place on the 8th. Nothing like hearing the soulful sounds of the violins and horns from that band. The hotel has some nice amenities including a hot tub and pool located on the 2nd floor (both are outdoors). There's several lounge chairs where you can hang out while you get your tan on by the pool. There's also a hotel kitchen/bar area serving up nice cocktails and theres' the breakfast area which is complimentary for Globalist members which we took advantage of. I loved their brisket eggs benedict; definitely recommend ordering. Now back to our suite, there was also a lounge couch giving us more room to spread out. They also gave us complimentary chocolates and a hand-written note welcoming us while mentioning our anniversary. I really liked that personal touch as it made us feel valued. The bed is comfortable and we slept quite nicely. There is a mural above the bed of some woman with a hat covering her eyes; it kind of freaked us out at first but we grew to appreciate the artistic touch. Parking is behind the hotel where you can do valet or self-parking. It's also within walking distance for all the shops/outlets so there's plenty to do staying here. Definitely a favorite hotel of ours and we'll be more than happy to stay here again!

This is a fantastic option in a beautiful location!…read more The hotel itself is pretty nice, we stayed in a regular suite and it was adequate for our needs. We had breakfast in the morning before checkout and it was great. The staff were friendly and welcoming all over the property. I would definitely stay here in the future.

The Hotel Icon is my favorite hotel in Houston. Conveniently located downtown, next to multiple…read moreeateries and club venues. The staff is kind and highly accommodating. They always give me an upgrade on my room reservation, and their rooms are nicely appointed. Eventually, some of the rooms will need updating, but they are very good about addressing any issues there might be with a broken faucet, missing luggage rack etc... A particularly love their valet service, to always take impeccable care of my car. Parking is on site, so you don't have to worry about waiting for your car very long, or then parking vehicle in an lot. They even have a shuttle service that will bring you anywhere within a mile distance. We've used it many times to get a bite to eat or to get dropped off as well as picked up from concert venues in the area. They have a terrific selection of cocktails and a wonderful happy hour every day with discounted beverages. They also serve breakfast each morning, that includes waffles and omelette my request. This place is definitely my consistent go-to, where I can always guarantee a great experience.

It was our first time staying at this beautifully restored hotel that used to be a historic bank,…read moreand what a gorgeous place. The décor was already set up for the holidays and looked absolutely stunning ! We decided to have dinner at the bar, even though the restaurant had plenty of space. The service was friendly, sharing the stories of ghosts haunting the place. The best part was the food - super impressive. We shared a margarita pizza to start, then had the Thai salad with shrimp and the Greek salad with steak. Everything was full of flavor, but the real standout was the dressing: garlicky, bright, and unforgettable. Hands-down this was an exceptional experience. When we are back on Houston - we will stay there again

Review is for Afternoon tea: There was a 7 min wait to get in but once in, you are getting by staff…read moreand led to your table. I would say the decor is very old fashion lounge with there being a mix of table with chairs or chairs paired with a couch. Our server seemed very nice but a bit new as she could not tell me if one of the teas was decaf right away. Also, I made a note that I could not have tuna but they took this as I could not have fish so they gave me two chicken salad sandwiches instead of the salmon even though I had stated on the phone salmon was fine. She also could not describe one of the desserts but overall she was very pleasant. The amuse bouche was - interesting ( a strawberry with cream cheese) I didn't hate or love it. I didn't think the cream cheese added anything tbh. We had one dessert on the table waiting for us before we said down - a English parfait that had a white chocolate mouse, cake, and fruit. I loved it although it was a bit strange to have dessert already sitting at your table before you got your sandwiches but I am a dessert first girl so didn't matter to me other than it was constantly calling my name. You don't get to choose your tea and the two tea options are both black which is a lot of caffeine. The sandwiches themselves come across as unassuming but they are great and very filling. Each one has a different bread which was cool. Although not a fan of cucumber, the bread was milky and so soft. All the sandwiches were fantastic. Honestly, I was so full from the tea and sandwiches, I took the desserts home. One big misstep in service was the server forgetting to serve the second tea. I had to ask for it and by the time we got it, we were tea'ed out. You are gifted a box of macarons at the end - we almost left ours but our server ran and got us in time. I definitely had a great time, there were small incidents that stopped it from being 5 stars. Paying 79 dollars for tea is a bit pricy so I would expect a bit more precision and maybe more choice in tea?

Afternoon tea is always a delight! A variety of teas are served with various sandwiches. That is…read morefollowed by a scone with clotted cream and jam. The grand finale is a plate of three pastries - a fruit tart, a fruit custard pie (mango?) and a large decadent chocolate ball with gold leaf. Harp music adds to the ambience and the service is top notch. Treat yourself!

Five star service from the time I pulled up to the valet until I drove off to head home! The…read morepurpose of my stay was to attend a wedding & reception being held on site which was IMPECCABLY ORCHESTRATED!

Everything went well and beyond any expectations! Service was top notch from the minute we pulled…read moreinto valet to the minute we drove out to head home! Front desk 5 stars and the room was sweet and everything a boutique hotel should be! We had direct access to the poll from our room patio which was delightful!! We enjoyed breakfast before leaving at Zaza's Monarch restaurant and Julia, our server, was insightful and very helpful! Food was great and we will be back to stay again!!

My family and I recently spend a long 63 days at the Staybridge Suites - Galleria, as it became our…read morehome away from home. [The Staff] Every staff member knew my family, and they really went above and beyond to make up feel welcome and provide encouragement. The kindness shown by the staff was incredible. For over two months, I didn't have a single negative encounter. [Housekeeping] The only negative thing about the stay is the housekeeping. Unfortunately, housekeeping was very subpar. I actually went out and purchased cleaning supplies, so I could clean the room myself. The staff spot cleaned. For example, they would remove the dishes from the counter and place them in the sink, but the counter would be dirty/sticky from the food. I also had an issue with them making the beds. I believe I had a queen sized bed, but the bedding they provided was for a full sized bed. The fitted sheet didn't even stretch across the entire bed. After days of this, I called to tell them I need the correct size. They quickly swapped them out for me. I'm a stickler about making beds in the morning, so I would do that, but housekeeping would come later and re-make it, which was annoying because they tuck the sheets in so tight I have to muster up all the strength in my body to pull them back. One minor thing I found annoying is housekeeping comes by every single day, even if you have the do no disturb hanger on your door. The don't do a full service cleaning each day, but they do stop by every single day to see if you need anything. [Dining] There is a restaurant/bar downstairs that has daily specials. We never ordered anything, so I can't speak to the food. The one time I was going to order, it was $90+ for 3 personal pizzas, so I decided to DoorDash instead. There is a kickback each evening, but we weren't a fan of any of the offerings. Also, we were almost always away during that time. The free breakfast was nice. It can get very crowded on the weekends and close to closing (9am on the week days & 10am on the weekends). I would also try to go at around 7:30am. At that time, the breakfast area is practically empty. The food was the same every day. They have fruit (melon & cantaloupe), yogurt, oatmeal, cereal, waffles, pancakes, eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage, breads+bagels, blueberry muffins, and cinnamon rolls. The bacon was always hard and inedible but everything else was good. [Parking] Parking was $22/day. You need a key to get inside the garage as well as to leave. Once you enter the garage, you also need a key to enter the hotel, which made me feel safe. My family and I actually purchased card lanyard to hold our hotel keys, since we needed them so often. This allowed us to wear them around and necks and always have access. [The Market] There is a fully stocked market downstairs. It has medicines, drinks, frozen foods, etc. By the time I checked out, I had racked up $50 in charges from the market because I'd always get thirsty and go grab a drink. Having the market is so convenient, although the markup is a bit outrageous. For example, I tried to purchase Benadryl, and it was $25 at the market. I ended up ordered Walmart delivery, and the same Benadryl was only $6. I love the easy check out system, yet I noticed a lot of people struggled with it. There is no cashier. You scan your item then pay at the kiosk or enter the info to charge to your room. [Laundry] - On site laundry is free - all you need is detergent. Most of the machines were out of order during my first month there, but towards the end, I noticed the "out of service" signs being less and less. The dryers only dry for 35 minutes, which was never enough for my items. They were always still damp, so I recommend after the 35 minutes is up , just press start again to give it another go. [Pool] Unfortunately it was too cool during our visit to enjoy the pool. We attempted once when the weather was a little warm, but the water was freezing. I remember when we first checked in, we were told the pool was heated, but it definitely isn't. [Fitness Center] It was always empty whenever we went. It's small but sufficient. It is fully stocked with free headphones and tons of towels. There was always a towel available at each machine as well. [Overall] My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The staff members were friendly and inviting. We always felt safe in the hotel, and the location is very convenient - close to everything. The hotel still has a new smell to it. It's new and modern and just feels fancy as soon as you walk in. Despite some housekeeping issues and issues with dogs (not the fault of the hotel), it was a very pleasant stay, and I'd absolutely choose a Staybridge suites again for an extended stay

Enjoyed my stay at Staybridge, decided to check it out on a business trip based on the good…read morereviews. Great location in the galleria but close to the interstate. The room is large with small built in kitchen, plenty of table area for setting up laptop and work as well as relax. Enjoyed the complementary dove products in the bathroom. The choice of soft and firm pillows as well as having them marked was wonderful. My only complaint, but personal preference was that the bed was firm. I prefer a pillow top or foam top. Breakfast was good with multiple options w/ service from 6-9pm.

The venue is very beautiful and the setting was just right. The food was super delicious, kiss to…read morethe cook.. However the co owner Leah McMorris was very unprofessional, rude and seemed racists. Talking to the staff in such a horrible way in front of the guests, I felt bad for them and no way would I be working for someone speaking to me like that even if we where doing the same thing every week. Each occasion is different and you have to adjust. Paying money and not getting what was discussed is a nono. The wedding party should have been served along with the parents and elders. For Leah to outright state that they have to stand in line like every one else was not ok. Ive never been to a wedding where the wedding party was not served. Also the candles, that is a fire hazard and a liability. Someone's dressed almost caught fire had we not been paying attention. Leah needs to have a couple of classes on customer service and management what she displayed was not co owner behavior. She is going to run this beautiful establishment down with that type of behavior.

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