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Magnolia Hotel, Houston

1100 Texas Avenue, Downtown, Houston, TX 77002, United States of America. (show on map)

Expert reviews

Lonely Planet review:

“Layered in luxurious velvet and damask, the 314 rooms in this downtown hotel are both stylish and comfortable. Built in 1926, this landmark building once housed the Houston Post newspaper and later was the US corporate offices for Shell.”

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of Magnolia Hotel, Houston. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.2 out of 5.0

Ranked 9th in Houston

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All you need to know

Acclaimed as “A Top 100 New Hotel Worldwide” by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine, Magnolia Houston was first the residence of Houston Post Dispatch newspaper and subsequently served as the headquarters for Shell Oil Company.

This iconic 1926 building has been transformed into one of Houston’s most unique properties following considerable renovations. Nestled in downtown Houston, it offers a haven of exceptional hospitality for both business and leisure travelers.

Moreover, the association with Marriott Hotels enhances your stay, allowing you to savor the autonomy of Magnolia while reaping Marriott Bonvoy perks.

Honored as the “Premier Boutique Hotel in Houston” by Houston Press, we offer 314 exquisitely designed rooms and suites. Each room is tastefully furnished to provide a homely ambiance with a contemporary twist, and grants access to amenities like the rooftop dip pool and round-the-clock fitness center.

The hotel also welcomes pets at no additional charge. Positioned amidst the vibrant arts and culture hub of Houston, the hotel offers easy access to famous attractions, diverse dining options, and varied shopping experiences. Sophisticated yet warm, the Magnolia Houston truly stands at the heart of it all.

 

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Location

Recent guest reviews

1.0
Cristina

13 July 2024

Bad

Hotel was good.

Valet dented my car door and did not resolve the claim I submitted. This was an additional cost for me to fix it due to damage they caused on my vacation. Not nice at all!

3.0
Kurt

16 June 2024

Disappointed, waste of money.

The cocktails in The Range.

Totally outdated rooms. Lot of imperfections, definitely no 4 stars(who rates this??) Room included breakfast, 3 night 2700+$ Cleaning service 0/10 Poor, very poor breakfast.

2.5
Victoria

15 April 2024

Reasonable hotel but overpriced

The location is wonderful for anything downtown. Small shop on the same block, restaurants within very easy walk

This is a three star hotel, at best. Pillows are very bad, beds just ok. Everything needs updating. Most staff at the desk, except the one who checked us in, are wonderful. Most bar/breakfast staff, except the one we had on the last day, not so good. You have to wait an age for everything. On the whole, doesn't feel like a hotel for international travellers.

2.5
Emily

15 January 2024

Disappointing

5.0
Clinton

30 December 2023

Great HOU location

Good location in Downtown HOU.

Do the valet parking -- lots of homeless; don't park on the street

4.5
Eric

20 November 2023

Fabulous

Breakfast was great. Perfect location.

Wish there was more onsight parking

4.5
Annmarie

20 November 2023

Everything was perfect

Everything

N/A

2.5
Renee

19 November 2023

Disappointing

Clean & close to event

The room was so hot even with the AC turned down & the bed was horrible. Worst hotel bed I've ever been on.

5.0
Susan

17 November 2023

Very happy with my stay at the hotel.

The downtown location of the hotel was great. I really appreciated the friendliness of the staff, the stylish decor and cleanliness of the hotel, the generous size of the hotel room, and the excellent breakfast. I look forward to staying here again.

Nothing.

5.0
Matthew

8 November 2023

Great

Location, security, facilities were all great.

Nothing

5.0
John

24 October 2023

Great time with friends and family.

Location

3.0
Holbrook

29 September 2023

Expect better from a 4.5 star hotel and associated price.

The room and hotel itself were clean. The restaurant staff and valets were wonderful.

We had around a 45 minute line to stand in to check in then our room was not ready for another hour. And we were in town with an itinerary. That was problematic. No urgency at all from front desk staff. The TV was out for most of our stay.

1.0
Antonina

26 September 2023

Over priced for basic amenities and service

The location

The staff, The customer service The racist guest The unprofessionalism I also didn’t like getting a bill for 1000 dollars the 3 day of me staying because I wasn’t charged when I checked in. I also was given keys to another guest room.

5.0
Cindi

26 August 2023

Excellent stay with true professionals in hospitality

Everyone is so nice there.

Nothing

5.0
Reginald

22 August 2023

Very clean room

Everything

Everything

4.0
Cherie

7 August 2023

It was ok. But nothing to really recommend another visit.

Valet was excellent. Front desk was fast but did not offer much information.

Breakfast was just ok. The eggs were undercooked and our server was acting strange and forgetful. The other server was too loud. The restaurant was not that enjoyable.

4.0
Stephen

21 July 2023

Allow lots of time for parking and check in

Location

Check in and valet parking is cumbersome and lengthy give yourself plenty of time to get it done

5.0
Charles

22 June 2023

Exceptional

Clean and great location. Staff was great!

None

3.0
Alexander

5 June 2023

Pleasant

Hotel was good close to stadium.

Pool to small ac didn't work was hot all night

4.0
Craig

5 June 2023

Very good. Plan to stay there again!

Clean rooms. Good location for attending baseball games.

Accessible drinks, snacks. Room lighting.

4.5
Ashlee

21 May 2023

Fabulous

The location was great, and we enjoyed the rooftop.

The breakfast didn’t give many vegetarian options other than pancakes. For $20 that’s not worth it.

4.5
Michael

8 May 2023

Great central property in Houston

The hotel’s location is extremely central in downtown Houston, which is why I chose it. It is possible to walk to restaurants, entertainment venues, etc… I was also lucky to get an upgrade upon check-in, which is always appreciated, even for a one-night stay!

I had no complaints.

5.0
Shanna

2 May 2023

Exceptional

The room was very nice loved the window view. Also the tub and vanity lit mirror.

4.0
Hans

17 April 2023

Great place to stay for a business trip, well located, slow internet

Compared to the usual hotel chains, this hotel has some charme and rooms look nice and friendly. The location is ideal, with many restaurants around the building.

The included (free) internet connection is very slow.

5.0
Karen

11 April 2023

accommodations were nice view and comfortable.

convenient location

no microwave in room

2.5
Claire

5 April 2023

poor example of a Marriott hotel

location was ok

out of date rooms poor facilities in room including a hairdryer held together with tape discoloured towels

2.5
Rayan

21 March 2023

nil

good in design

no water room service is available. you have to go down to reception in order to pick up the water and sometimes I waked up in the night to cross reception and get the bottles of water

5.0
Mark

14 March 2023

Great hotel, excellent downtown location, modern clean rooms, friendly service.

Location excellent for downtown restaurants, bars etc and for Tourist Center. Spacious room, well appointed, modern and clean. Two bottles of water every day. Coffee in the lobby and cookies in the evening. Great rooftop pool. Friendly service.

Lifts sometimes very slow, one was out of action for 2-3 days. Coffee often ran out early. But these are minor points.

4.0
Michael

26 February 2023

It was nice, clean, quiet but I wouldn't stay there again.

It was regular hotel breakfast food.

No food or drink available inside hotel 25 hours. I was directed to go to hotel next door for water and a snack after hours. I went next door to the other hotel and it's smelled of sewer and moisture. I ended up getting water from faucet in my room.

5.0
Donna

6 February 2023

Great place to stay in downtown Houston!

We loved spending time on the rootop. It was a sunny afternoon to relax by the hot tub. It has great city views to enjoy too while you're up there. We have stayed at this hotel many times and love it every time!

5.0
Serdar

16 January 2023

Exceptional

3.0
Nicholas

2 January 2023

Passable

The room next to us was up til 6 Am partying. We called the front desk to ask them to keep it down but that didn’t work. It was hard to get any rest.

3.5
Jaroslaw

30 December 2022

Couldnt be more Houston downtown than this...

Very good breakfast, a truly downtown location, beautiful historic building, very helpful staff and the views from the roof!

Ac as loud as a vacuum, do not recommend if you have any sleeping issues. The coffee maker in the room was filthy, producing yellow and stinky water. Do not touch ever!!

3.5
Michael

13 December 2022

Pleasant

There is no on site area for pets to go. Closest good place is .6 miles. Or, you can walk around the block and let them use area around trees. There are bag dispensers for clean up so I assumed it was ok. However, there is a problem after dark with many homeless people around the area.

5.0
Penny

21 November 2022

quick in and out but very luxurious

beautiful

nothing

5.0
Isaac

12 November 2022

Exceptional

I used to love the fact they they would put out cookies and milk every night it used to be a big deal now not so much they are placed in a jar now and a milk is in a dispenser and only one type of cookie and they only did one of the nights I was there

hotel is not like it used to be

4.0
Jackie

3 October 2022

Very good

The staff was friendly and helpful.

5.0
Laura

12 September 2022

Wonderful stay would definitely stay again

I loved the ease of check in and the helpfulness of the staff and valet. I love the fact that there is no pet fee. The rooms were very comfortable and I had plenty of space.

5.0
Mari

6 September 2022

great staff, great location , great bedroom, great price, great breakfast

everything

5.0
Roni

8 August 2022

Great Stay in Downtown Houston!

Room was clean and comfortable. Bathroom was spacious and shower was excellent. Breakfast buffet was delicious and the waitstaff were on point.

The location of the toilet paper roll was inconvenient. Both my partner and I are bigger people and it was on the way when we used the toilet. Other than that, our stay was fantastic. We will definitely stay again.

5.0
Gio

30 July 2022

great and accommodating

staff and environment

nothing

5.0
Eunis

18 July 2022

Staying at this location gave us plenty of dining options, and other amenities including excursions like wine tasting to

I loved everything about our stay at The Magnolia Hotel! Our suite was spacious, well maintained and comfortable.

*No smart TVs *Pool closes at 11:00 pm

5.0
Jacquelyn

11 July 2022

Exceptional

gorgeous facilities!

no refrigerator in the room! also, the gentleman at the front desk gave me incorrect information about when the restaurant closed, and about the restaurant in the area, which was a little frustrating, but otherwise we were so impressed by this beautiful hotel!!

5.0
Marianna

22 June 2022

Exceptional

Breakfast buffet was great but not enough people to wait on tables.

That an ice machine was not on my floor. VERY INCONVENIENT!

4.0
Gerald

11 June 2022

No longer a "boutique" hotel. Now, just another ho-hum Marriott.

The bathroom was excellent layout. Best shower, ever. The buffet breakfast was good and the service was good.

The bed was too soft and the room lighting was inadequate. We had to ask and then, wait two days for the bathrobes, which was included in our price. The swimming pool was very disappointing. It needs to be three times the size for the hotel size, as well, the pool had no bar service. There was no Concierge service here. This hotel is no longer a "boutique" hotel. Just another Marriott.

5.0
Lushawna

16 May 2022

very comfortable and relaxing….

everything

no complaints

5.0
Gabbie

7 May 2022

Exceptional

great location, so close to Minute Maid park.

5.0
Johansen

5 May 2022

Definitely Couples Getaway

Beautiful, warm ambiance, excellent service. Loved the large tub and spacious room. Very nice cozy feel in the bar area. It has a peaceful intimate feel. Great for couple's getaway weekend.

Not enough plugs especially in the area of the bathroom in my opinion. The buffet breakfast was pricey but very much worth it.

5.0
Tonya

18 April 2022

Amazing!

Staff were professional and had happy personalities! Bed was very comfortable and AC worked in the room!

Hard to find the hotel parking. Need bigger signs or directions on website.

4.0
Walter

27 March 2022

Very good

The staff was friendly and the location was excellent. The rooms were a nice size. Overall it is a very nice hotel.

Hallways had a horrible stench. Don't know if it was emanating from a particular room or not. Other than the odor in the hallway this hotel is very nice.

Hotel facilities

Food & Drink

  • - Restaurant
  • - Bar
  • - Breakfast in the room
  • - Kid meals (additional charge)
  • - Kid-friendly buffet
  • - Wine/champagne (additional charge)

General

  • - Room service
  • - Non-smoking rooms
  • - Facilities for disabled guests
  • - Safety deposit box
  • - Heating
  • - Non-smoking throughout
  • - Air conditioning
  • - Vending machine (drinks)
  • - Vending machine (snacks)
  • - Shared lounge/TV area

Business facilities

  • - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
  • - Business centre
  • - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)

Reception services

  • - 24-hour front desk
  • - Express check-in/check-out
  • - Luggage storage
  • - ATM/cash machine on site
  • - Invoice provided

Activities

  • - Fitness centre
  • - Billiards
  • - Hot tub/Jacuzzi (additional charge)
  • - Hiking
  • - Cycling
  • - Fitness
  • - Happy hour (additional charge)
  • - Live music/performance
  • - Live sport events (broadcast)

Cleaning services

  • - Laundry (additional charge)
  • - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
  • - Ironing service (additional charge)
  • - Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • - Outdoor pool
  • - Sun terrace
  • - Outdoor furniture

Parking

  • - Accessible parking

Accessibility

  • - Wheelchair accessible
  • - Higher level toilet
  • - Lower bathroom sink
  • - Visual aids: Braille
  • - Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • - Auditory guidance

Pool and wellness

  • - Rooftop pool
  • - Swimming pool
  • - Swimming Pool

Miscellaneous

  • - Key card access
  • - Smoke alarms
  • - CCTV in common areas
  • - Fire extinguishers
  • - Breakfast takeaway containers
  • - Delivered food is securely covered
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