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    Consulate General of Spain

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    Eddie S.

    I have been coming to this consulate office for several years, since I've lived in Houston actually. A few of the ladies that have helped me in the past are now retired but replaced with just as helpful people. The office is a very small cubical space, super tiny! Over the years they have remodeled the small space and added seating and an additional interaction booth (total of 4 now) for assistance. I do not see the purpose of the additional booth when they only use one or two of them. First things first; an appointment is required. Zero exceptions. The appointments are made online at: http://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/HOUSTON/en/Consulado/Pages/inicio.aspx Now, it is CRUCIAL! And I cannot stress this enough, it is crucial that you come prepared because if you don't have all the necessary documents for whatever your visit is for you will not be seen and have to come back. And that would really suck if you're from out of town. They do not take credit or debit cards so bring EXACT amount cash for your passports ($28), visas, etc. In the United States there are a total of (9) Consulate offices of Spain: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Houston, Boston, New York, Miami, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. So yes, come prepared if you flew in from a different state or city just to come here. This office does not really take phone calls, good luck trying to reach a person by phone. The automated system is difficult to bypass. Once you are here for your appointment there is zero instruction on what to do for example; Do I sign-in anywhere? Do I just sit down and wait for my name to be called? I stood in line and people were walking up to the booth from multiple directions. Very frustrating if you ask me. I finally just went up to a booth and told the person there that I have an appointment for right this very minute. She ended up helping me on the spot but I think the only reason she did it was because she could tell I had a frustrated look on my face (Resting Bitch Face) and we had been making eye-contact for about 25 minutes with zero acknowledgement. I give the office a three-star rating only because they are kind. Other than that, there needs to be a better structure or clear process on what you do once you arrive.

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    Took forever but the lady was super nice.

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    Excellent, quick service if you are well prepared. Read instructions on the website and take all docs you need.

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    Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Downtown

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Downtown

    3.7
    (146 reviews)
    7.1 mi
    $$

    The included breakfast makes this my preference over the Hilton Americas, which is a block away…read more The hotel looks recently updated and it has a nice modern touch and very friendly staff. I give five stars because I've been here three times and haven't found any reason to rate less than five.

    This hotel had A LOT of pros (and only a few cons), but overall, we had a wonderful stay…read more For starters, it's walking distance to several downtown hotspots. Not once did we feel uneasy (and we live in the Houston area - did a staycation for my husband's birthday). A few years ago, it would be a different story. There are a few homeless in the general area, but they aren't disruptive. We stayed in room 705, complete with a city view. It was quiet and lovely. I wish the rooms had a full-size fridge and cooking area, but for downtown, the suites are just as big as a studio apartment. There's space-themed decor throughout the hotel. I found the valet pricing to be a bit steep, and unfortunately, I have reason to believe two pairs of sunglasses were stolen from my vehicle. (I realize they should have been put in my purse immediately after use, but it slipped my mind, and out of habit, I put them in the console.) Regardless, it's frustrating. It also took 10-15 minutes for valet to pull our car around, so that's something to keep in mind. The evening reception was nice, especially with the two drinks/person/night. We had chips and queso, though they had a few other offerings. Make sure you get the card at the front desk. The front desk staff will also try to sell you on destinations for a cheap rate. I'm not sure when this became a thing, but instead of telling us about the evening reception and breakfast, they tried selling us on a stay in Chicago. I really just wanted to go to our room since I did everything on the app. We also found the breakfast to be worth every penny to stay in this hotel. I can't have gluten, and there isn't any GF bread. I had eggs, potatoes, grits, and coffee. There were cereal, fruit, yogurt, and waffle-making options as well. I appreciated the coffee bar having various syrups. The hotel was extremely accessible for those with disabilities/handicaps. We saw several people in wheelchairs or with assistance. Hearsay on the Green is inside the hotel, and the food is priced well for what you get (and it's excellent). If you DoorDash, the Dasher has to leave your food/items at the front desk. They are not permitted to go up to guest rooms. The rooftop pool and hot tub offer views of the city and Toyota Center (excellent people watching). Overall, I'd stay again (but I'd ensure I brought my cheap sunglasses and not my Maui Jims).

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    Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Energy Corridor

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Energy Corridor

    4.1
    (129 reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    We've stayed here the last two years for our annual trip. Everyone is very friendly and extremely…read moreaccommodating. The regular rooms are very nice and the room with a enclosed bedroom is even nicer. Very spacious. It's nice to have a door that closes, but this room has two doors, one that takes you through the bathroom and another that takes you directly to the living room. Breakfast in the morning is great. There's a made to order omelet and eggs any way you want station. They do an excellent job. There's also a waffle maker, one is in the shape of Texas. Plus the regular assortment of bread, muffins, bagels, yogurt, fruit & etc. The oatmeal was very good. We also utilized the meeting space for a large day & half meeting, as well as a luncheon party. Both were set up and executed very well. All of the staff was phenomenal. These are the ones I was able to get their names before I left. All of them went above and beyond to ensure that we had everything we needed. My grouo can often be a little bit high maintenance and since we travel a lot we have high expectations but everyone was fantastic. I know we'll br back next year. Victoria Gayton Bobby Sparks Patricia Front desk Alicia Server Am breakfast There was also a blond bartender that was very nice and abother girl at the front desk that was very sweet. Thanks for making our stay so easy!

    I didn't stay here overnight. I just came here to eat lunch. Yep... that's right! I didn't know…read morepeople did until visiting an adjacent office. During lunch, they offer an AYCE style meal. Comes with a main course, sides, salad, soup, and a drink for about $12.99 plus tax and tip (June 2025). Although the variety isn't there as a typical buffet (I wouldn't consider this a buffet), the focus is on quality with a balance on price. When I went, I thought the food was on point and relatively healthy. In comparison, it's like cafeteria style but better. The soup surprisingly stood out the most to me - plenty of protein (meatball) and good flavor. The process was a bit odd. You just walk in, grab a tray/plate, start eating, and pay at the end by going up to the cashier person. No one was there for introduction. I recommend it!

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    Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Near the Galleria

    2.5
    (132 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Anything positive about this property is nullified by the fact that my room was next to the staff…read morelaundry which was in use during the middle of the night. The amount of noise-slamming, banging and talking-made it impossible to sleep. On checkout got a meek 'sorry' and no other offer to fix this during my stay.

    Overall, my stay was okay, but this hotel just wasn't my cup of tea…read more The biggest issue is how extremely outdated the property is. The walls looked like they had 15+ layers of paint, and the entire building feels overdue for a renovation. The elevators were very slow and had a hard jolt when stopping. There was a note posted saying repairs were underway, which made sense. The pool area was shabby. I know it's winter, but I still would have liked to sit poolside and read a book, and it just wasn't inviting. The booths in the dining area are old and unstable, and you genuinely feel like you are falling when you sit down. In the room, the toilet would not flush properly unless I held the flapper, which was annoying. While the room was visually clean, I left a drink on the table and came back to find a roach in it, which was disappointing. Housekeeping only cleaned the room once during our three day stay. On the positive side, the water pressure and temperature were excellent, and the happy hour was a great perk with free drinks. The location is fantastic. The Galleria is about a seven minute walk and very convenient. This hotel might be a decent option for families looking for an affordable stay, but personally, I would rather pay a premium for a nicer, more updated hotel. The owners really need to put money into updating the property, because the location alone has so much potential

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    Consulate General of Japan - Houston

    Consulate General of Japan - Houston

    3.6
    (8 reviews)
    7.0 mi

    婚姻届と子供の出世届などを提出しに行きました。スタッフの方に色々と助けて頂きました。ありがとうございました。…read more火曜から木曜日までは結構空いているそうです。 領事館に行く際は、ちゃんとアポ取りをして行くことが無難です。2、3日前に取ることをおすすめします。 それではまた。

    Get rid of rude and disrespectful workers in this consulate who tell applicants pure garbage…read more We went to this consulate to apply for my 8-year old Philippine citizen daughter. I am a US citizen and lives in Texas. My daughter lives in the Philippines and waiting to emigrate to join us. I have her passport and birth certificate proving I am his father. The interviewer asked me for a Power of Attorney?!?. So I asked what's the power of Attorney for? He went away from the interview window and grabbed a Power of Attorney form and answered me that since my daughter is already 8 years old and not 6 years old, she now needs to consent to me bringing her to Japan. They are asking me to have my daughter who is a minor to sign a legal document. I asked for the Supervisor, and sure enough, he stood by what the first interviewer asked me - A Power of Attorney signed by my 8-year old daughter consenting. Does this mean in Japan, parents need to furnish a Power of Attorney signed by their minor children as a proof of their consent that they are traveling with their parents. The interviewer and the supervisor of this consulate should be both FIRED!

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    Consulate Vietnam

    Consulate Vietnam

    3.5
    (24 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    Updated June 5, 2026…read more Came in Tuesday 3:00pm and was seated last in a long line of chairs. Apparently a very busy afternoon but I barely made it in to reception by 4pm. Receptionist reviewed my forms then said copy of passport was needed! Lesson learned: have extra copy of passport or documents just in case. Returned on a Friday 2:30pm. Surprisingly no line, receptionist promptly waved me to come in. Reviewed my forms then offered to process visa exemption while I wait outside. I took the offer, went back outside to waiting room. 20 minutes later, heard my name called to go back in and take the passport with the 5 year exemption sticker. Lesson learned: come in early right after 2pm and perhaps go on a Friday for potential short line.

    If you need documents processed or a visa issued by the Vietnamese Consulate in Houston, this…read moreoffice delivers exactly what's required -- no more, no less. The setup is minimalist and efficient in its own way, with soothing background music playing continuously as you wait. It's a good idea to bring a book or magazine since processing times can vary. Be aware that photography is not allowed inside, and payments are cash-only. There's a Bank of America ATM conveniently located across the street for those who need it (as always in Houston, stay alert when handling cash). The staff members are clearly focused and professional in the straightforward Vietnamese bureaucratic tradition. Communication can occasionally be a bit challenging if you don't speak Vietnamese, so patience and politeness go a long way. Keep your documents perfectly prepared--there's no public copier on-site, so handle copies beforehand. Overall, this Consulate performs its duties reliably if you come ready, stay courteous, and understand that diplomacy begins with a smile.

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    Germany Consulate General

    Germany Consulate General

    2.3
    (30 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    I had an unnecessarily strange experience here solely because of the woman working as the security…read moreguard. She was on shift 11/18 between 8-12. She is incredibly rude and condescending, which happened before my family begun speaking to her. It seemed as if she was trying to provoke my family to have an excuse to kick us out. This experience is already anxiety inducing because of the steps of the process. She doesn't seem like a good fit to be working a front-facing job greeting people seeing how unwelcoming and insanely rude (unprovoked) she was to us as first-time visitors. She angrily and loudly gave me unsolicited advice about my personal life as my back was turned and walking away. I didn't say anything to her the entire time. It was strange and unnecessary. After getting through that nightmare of a person the experience was good. The employee that actually helped us through the process was a great man, very helpful and friendly. He answered all the questions we had with kindness. He gave us additional information we might be interested in and was very encouraging.

    Our experience was mostly good. The security guard was quite rude and was more interested in her…read morephone than letting us in at our designated time. She found pleasure in berating us for not filling out the sign in completely, even though her instructions were ambiguous at best. As we waited she did the same thing to four couples that came in after us. Our German rep was stoic and pretty decent. It would be nice if there were more clear instructions for paperwork. There are so many peculiarities of documentation that we still have to go home and mail some of it, even though we brought as much as we could possibly think of.

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    Consulate General of Spain - embassy - Updated June 2026

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