The Joule Hotel, Dallas
Expert reviews
“A moving cog-and-wheel sculpture in the stylish lobby hints at the building’s Industrial Revolution–era beginnings. Urbane elegance continues throughout. Don’t miss the breathtaking, cantilevered rooftop pool area.”
“In the town built by black gold—the hotel’s name is taken from an international unit of energy—a massive piece of oil machinery slowly turns beside the check-in desk. That’s a special welcome for the J.R. Ewing, Jr. types this hotel attracts, but for those whose wealth isn’t derived from petroleum profits, the big wheel looks like another piece of art.”
“The Joule is set in a revitalised 1920s neo-Gothic landmark building in downtown Dallas; inside, it manages to be both dramatic and whimsical at once, with an equally strong emphasis on world-class art and guest service. The scene is exciting and vibrant, and there’s a communal living room and a rooftop pool bar.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Great food
- Free Wifi
- Spa
All you need to know
The Joule Hotel is more than just an attractive, modern accommodation; it carries its own distinctive design persona coupled with a dash of authentic Dallas heritage.
Housed in an old-world 1927 Gothic bank structure, it’s anything but a nostalgic endeavor. This becomes evident from afar when you spot the striking rooftop infinity pool jutting out from the building’s front, about six or seven stories high.
Adam D. Tihany, a seasoned interior architect known for his hotel and restaurant designs, is behind this project. Far from being a lukewarm stab at jazzing up the interiors, the hotel stands out as a chic, contemporary boutique establishment that can compete with the best on either coast.
Those of us who’ve seen our fair share of hotels might be curious about the practical details, as it’s notoriously challenging for a hotel to both look impressive and function efficiently. There’s no need for concern here—this isn’t some shaky boutique setup but a member of the Starwood Luxury Collection.
As such, the rooms are technologically advanced and not merely visually appealing but also luxuriously comfortable. In terms of service, there are no surprises—just as it should be.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
30 April 2024
Wish we had been there for longer and would love to go back!
Great design and facilities.
Restaurant closed at 10pm and as we had a late arrival we felt a little rushed. Our main server was amazing tho! Rooms v dark 🥲
24 April 2024
Pleasant
Nice suites
We booked as it had a nice pool only to be told that it was 600 dollars to be able to sit anywhere and they had to be booked in advance - DO NOT BOOK THIS PLACE JUST FOR THE POOL
23 April 2024
Great place to stay with a gorgeous pool.
We had a terrace room which was great as you can check out the view from your balcony
It annoyed me that we had to ask for tea and coffee making facilities and then we had to go and buy our own tea bags.
10 April 2024
Upscale hotel in downtown Dallas, 1/4 walk from JFK assassination site with very high price parking
Upscale hotel in downtown Dallas, 1/4 walk from JFK assassination site, with a few restaurants and snack bars in the vicinity.
Ex-post, they charged me twice the parking overnight w/o any reason for a total 119$ one night.
30 March 2024
I didn’t want to leave
Everything
The location of the spa, but they are currently working on that
8 March 2024
We will continue staying at The Joule when traveling to Dallas.
Clean, safe, and amazing staff!!! Everyone was friendly and helpful. I discovered that I left my kindle in my room. Director of Security, David, overnighted it to me.
7 February 2024
Amazing is all I can stay just amazing
Everything
N/A
18 January 2024
Great service at a well-located Dallas hotel.
The service was the best part of our stay. Every time we needed help, we found it. The staff went above and beyond.
The price was quite high ($500 per night) and the room and hotel were nice but not THAT nice.
3 January 2024
Great place to stay in Dallas
Location and cost
Nothing
27 December 2023
Fabulous.
Super location, great rooms, Sassetta Restaurant fabulous but what made our trip so memorable and special was the staff especially Jon Paul Barnes. Such a wonderful person. He went above and beyond to make us feel truly welcome and special. He’s a real standout for the hotel and really made our 10 day trip with the family for Christmas a truly memorable one.
27 December 2023
Wonderful. Especially the staff.
Great location. Comfortable room but the staff are the ones who make it extra special. Jon Paul Barnes made our trip extra special. He was so attentive and so thoughtful. He’s an absolute Star. The Joule is lucky to have him.
16 October 2023
Amazing Staff, Incredible Hotel that is Perfectly Situated in Downtown Dallas
I loved the People, Art Work and the Restaurant
The only negative was that the path to the pool was closed. I wasn’t going to swim, but wanted to see what it looked like. Having said that, this is sooo very tiny minor a concern
14 September 2023
Impeccable
Service and facilities exceeded expectations
5 September 2023
Nice modern hotel with small rooms and $50 parking
Very nice staff and the room was very clean
The room was very small and did not have a coffee setup or ice machines on the floor. Also the parking was $50
9 August 2023
Short and sweet but just perfect
We had room service for breakfast and it was fabulous.
I wish there was a bath in the giant bathroom
8 August 2023
Very good
I did not like the fact that bums off the street walked up to me and family asking for money as I waited for valet
21 July 2023
Exceptional
All the staff I encountered with was very polite and professional.
14 July 2023
Fabulous
Superb , room restaurants bathroom electric shades area for make up shower heads room size room service pool view just top notch
I know it sounds like a spoiled guest but being in a 5 star hotel requieres special requests from thier guest a milkshake on room service is nothing that hard to comply sadly they don't have milkshakes for BB meal or dinner
12 July 2023
My stay was perfect
Staff was very friendly, room was very clean and spacious. Great location and spa was wonderful
No complaints
10 July 2023
Fantastic.
Service was great. Room is nice.
Elevator button was broken.
1 June 2023
Nice facility. No food and bad communication. I was supposed to get a free breakfast. I hope I did
Spa and room wee fine
I asked for down pillows and didn’t get them. I was told there was in room dining and when I called was told there wasn’t and I should have had a notice left in my room. There was no notice. It was just after 8:00 pm and I ate from the minibar, junk, and I sure was charged for it. That was very annoying.
25 May 2023
One of the best places to stay in the states with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff!!
Location, Staff, Amenities.
NA
23 May 2023
The Joule was fabulous. The hotel, staff, and location made our stay perfect and relaxing.
The staff was more than willing to assist. I had not requested a handicapped accessible room yet the staff was able to immediately assist in changing in our room.
I cannot think of anything
22 May 2023
pleasant stay
great cool location
no coffee or tea in room
17 April 2023
lovely property! fun and funky vibe with all the class and luxury of a 5 star. excellent service and amenities. we enjoy
fun aesthetic! funky art and decor - so different and refreshing!
small elevators
14 April 2023
fab location and most staff great. rooms wel equipped and comfy. we were in a 51 sq ft king.
location. service. roof top bar cocktails great. can use fridge for own drinks if you want. comfy beds. well equipped rooms. check in easy.
CBD cocktails and food not very good. basement bar smells of drains. we were in room 746 and they holds weddings directly below windows with very very loud music. they have a licence up to 10am for events in this space. they gave us some credits for food and parking but was not enjoyable as we wanted to get to bed early.
10 April 2023
welcoming and very comfortable
Very attentive service - and genuine.
1 April 2023
Exceptional
Loved my stay. Whenever I’m in town this will be my home.
N/A
24 February 2023
Exceptional
Fantastic and polite employees and very clean and impressive room and facilities.
18 February 2023
Just fine, nothing more
lacked energy, extremely dark, staff was not very accommodating. Everything was fine, but uninviting.
5 February 2023
Above and beyond a 4 star experience!
We got stuck in Dallas due to an ice storm and the city shut down. We barely made it to the hotel as the road conditions got hazardous very quickly. The staff was so kind and accommodating. We had spent a week traveling already and were headed home with bags full of dirty clothes. They do not have a laundry service, but got housekeeping to wash clothes for us (enough for 3 days). The city was covered in ice but the wonderful valet manager grabbed our hands and walked us to a restaurant that was open so we could eat. We also ate at the hotel restaurants (excellent food) and had room service. 10/10 recommend everything from food, service, cleanliness, and staff. I suspect the hotel staff was stranded there too, but were all smiles after not being able to go home for several days.
While the food and service was excellent, the 19% service charge on everything (even bringing a pizza up from the restaurant ourselves) was a bit much.
8 January 2023
my stay was comfortable, stress free, relaxing and I will be returning.
All of the staff from the moment I exited my vehicle were courteous, helpful, and accommodating. the room was very comfortable and inviting, I felt at home; not as if I was in a hotel.
I have no complaints or shortcomings to speak of.
30 December 2022
relaxing
modern comfortable styling
28 December 2022
Exceptional
staff, courteous service
difficulty parking, logistics of main entrance
27 December 2022
Exceptional
very good
28 November 2022
Trendy boutique hotel
The staff was great and the concierge had excellent recommendations of nearby restaurants.
28 November 2022
Exceptional
This place really embodies customer service and class. I've stayed in several hotels in Dallas and this place has become my all time favorite. From valet, to room service, to in-room dining, to housekeeping you will be hard pressed to find anything negative about this place. You feel welcomed from the time you greet the folks at the front desk. In a day and age where finding excellent customer service is difficult this hotel restores your faith. Kudos to the owner and management for a truly top notch experience. The hotel is quite lovely too. I really love the huge bathrooms and showers. Rooms and beds are cozy, comfortable and most importantly QUIET.
17 November 2022
phenomenal hotel
everything
29 October 2022
it’s was wonderful experience
location
parking
10 October 2022
it was the perfect place to end our trip to Dallas and I would 100% stay again.
we loved the early check in, aesthetic, the friendly staff, the room, and the pool area with rentable cabanas
We had no complaints, perfect stay.
9 October 2022
Very good
location was perfect for us, staff is amazing!
not sure about deluxe king room, it’s just a regular room. nothing deluxe about it except the price and not really worth upgrading to deluxe.
3 October 2022
Pleasant
The hotel was nice, but I spent the 3 nights prior at The Thompson (a similarly priced hotel) that was far superior in terms of staff and room quality. Also, the Friday and Saturday nights were very loud, with lots of noise coming in from the street!
19 September 2022
overall great
could not get ice delivered to our room.
16 September 2022
amazing value with a luxurious feel
the decor, the service, the art, the location , the room (size and modern)
everything was amazing
15 September 2022
Amazing!
Great hotel. Staff are incredibly friendly. Great location.
Some homeless people around
15 September 2022
stylish, great location, but needs some mechanical work
location
mechanical issues: couldn't adjust a/c, sink leaked, curtain let in too much light
7 September 2022
Was only there one night, wished it had been a little longer.
Breakfast was great, really enjoyed it, Fast friendly service.
7 September 2022
Fabulous
Hotel and individual rooms were gorgeous. Hotel staff was very friendly and accommodating.
6 September 2022
everyone was VERY polite and friendly.
absolutely everything.
nothing really.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- - Shared lounge/TV area
- - Minimarket on site
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - ATM/cash machine on site
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna (additional charge)
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Nightclub/DJ
- - Spa facilities
- - Steam room
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Temporary art galleries
- - Happy hour (additional charge)
- - Live music/performance (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Cleaning services
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Pool and wellness
- - Rooftop pool
- - Infinity pool
- - Pool with view
- - Pool bar
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Face masks for guests available
9 May 2024
We had a fantastic weekend getaway and the Joule is positioned perfectly to chill or set off on any adventure Dallas has
Staff is amazing, very attentive and warm. The property is gorgeous, downtown city atmosphere with a boutique feel.
The cabana service should be run in house.