Downtown Dallas, United States
Mid-range hotel connected to Dallas Underground Pedestrian Network
Walking distance to the Dallas World Aquarium and Dallas Art Museum
Clean and spacious suites with full kitchens
Indoor heated pool and fitness area with basketball court
Game room with an Xbox and pool table
Free daily breakfast and evening reception on weekdays
Free Wi-Fi in rooms and public spaces
Free downtown shuttle service
Free grocery shopping service
Eight meeting rooms
Immediate area can feel sketchy to some
Noise from train and cars can be heard in some rooms
Expensive valet parking is the only parking option
Though appealing, rooms have generic chain decor
The three-pearl Homewood Suites by Hilton Dallas Downtown
is a good choice for business and leisure travelers due to its
central downtown location and attractive amenities. Its 130 suites are clean
and spacious, and each has a full kitchen and free Wi-Fi. A free full hot breakfast, free evening weekday reception, and a free area shuttle boosts value and convenience. The heated indoor pool and basketball court are upscale amenities for
a mid-range hotel. Rates are attractive but competitive downtown alternatives
exist, such as the historic Magnolia Hotel Dallas that has a
restaurant, free breakfast, and room service.
Scene
Friendly and casual chain hotel caters to diverse clientele
Given its central downtown location, spacious suites, and
impressive array of amenities, this hotel attracts a mix of business and
leisure travelers. The lobby isn’t expansive, but it's large enough for a small
sitting area set with a contemporary sofa and armchairs next to the reception desk. Given all
there is to do in the hotel and see throughout downtown, however, guests don’t
tend to linger here. The lounge and breakfast area have various seating
arrangements and hosts guests that mingle during morning breakfasts and evening
receptions. A sofa in front of a flat-screen TV shows sporting events and is a
popular place during the evening receptions, as is a billiards table tucked
into an adjacent side area. A video gaming room, basketball court, and indoor
pool make this hotel quite family-friendly, too. This is a casual and friendly place
where guests are encouraged to interact both before and after a day of exploring
the Big D.
Location
In the heart of downtown, within walking distance to many attractions
This hotel is located in the heart of downtown Dallas,
with many restaurants, shops, and attractions within a brief walk. The Dallas
World Aquarium is a five-minute walk, and the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey
Plaza is an eight-minute walk. The Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center is a
10-minute walk, while an 11- to 12-minute walk can reach both the Perot Museum of
Nature and Science and the Dallas Art Museum. The hotel is connected to the
Dallas Underground Pedestrian Network, which provides convenient connections to
many attractions downtown. The hotel also offers a free shuttle service
throughout downtown, and the city’s DART train system stops in front of the
hotel, making the American Airlines Center a 10-minute train ride away. Dallas Love
Field Airport is a 15-minute drive (28 minutes by train), and Dallas/Fort Worth
International Airport is 25 to 30 minutes by car or 60 to 70 minutes by train. Southern
Methodist University is approximately 10 minutes by car, as is the Cotton Bowl
Stadium and Texas State Fairgrounds. The AT&T Stadium and Six Flags
Arlington are 25 to 30 minutes away by car. While considered generally safe, the
immediate area surrounding the hotel does have a visible homeless population.
Rooms
Studio, one-, and two-bedroom suites with full kitchens and separate sitting areas
The all-suites hotel has pleasant and tastefully decorated rooms, though the decor is unsurprising and reflects its chain-hotel status. And copious use of brown makes the spaces feel dark, despite off-white walls. Drapes in dark-brown-and-green stripes echo the kelly green accent walls. Chocolate-brown wood floors in the kitchen area and two-tone tan-and-brown carpeting adds to the unified look. Matching espresso-hued furniture includes desks, nightstands, side tables, and dressers holding flat-screen TVs. Categories include studio, one-, and two-bedroom
suites. Studios feature an open layout in one large room, with some units dividing the
kitchen area by a partial wall. Sofas in the suites are full-size sleepers, and beds feature Serta
Suite Dreams bedding. Larger suites also have second flat-screen TVs. All
suites are clean and spacious, and have full kitchens with full-size fridges, sinks,
microwaves, coffeemakers, two-burner cooktops, dishwashers, dishes, and utensils. Business travelers can make use of the work desks with media plug-ins paired with ergonomic office chairs, and there are two phones with voice mail. Free Wi-Fi is offered in each suite, as are free daily newspapers on weekdays. Tan granite vanity sinks are placed immediately outside the bathrooms, decorated with
beige tile floors and walk-in showers, some of which have glass doors
while others have a fabric curtain. Windows overlook city streets and high-rise office buildings. Past guests have reported that
noise from traffic and the nearby DART train can be heard in some rooms,
especially those on lower levels.
Features
Free breakfast and afternoon reception, indoor pool, basketball court, and shuttle service
Features at this Homewood Suites are fun and convenient. Included in room
rates are a full hot breakfast daily and evening reception Monday through Thursday with a
light dinner buffet and beverages including beer and wine. The 24-hour
convenience store in the lobby sells sundries, snacks, and beverages, as well
as ready-to-microwave soups and frozen entrees. The hotel also offers a free
grocery-shopping service (the groceries themselves cost extra), and there is free coffee/tea in the lobby. The fitness center has several Precor cardio and weight-training machines and free weights, as well as a half
basketball court and a golf simulation game. The workout room overlooks a
heated indoor pool area that includes lounge chairs, tables, and a large mural
of the Dallas skyline. There is a video gaming room with an Xbox, and a
billiards table occupies a side area off the lobby. A media room with large
screen, projector, and theater-style seating can be reserved by guests for
movies and other activities. There are eight meeting rooms and a business center that includes two computer stations with Internet access, printer, and table and chairs for a small meeting. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property. There is an ATM in the lobby. The only on-site parking option is valet and it’s rather expensive. A self-park facility across the street is about half the valet rate. The hotel operates a free shuttle service throughout downtown.