Houston’s original landmark hotel, The Whitehall shines with iconic mid-century architecture, gracious Southern hospitality, and award-winning cuisine. Adorning the city’s skyline since 1963, The Whitehall reigns as Houston’s premier destination for elevated business travel, elegant wedding parties, and family trips to Space City—delivering sophisticated Texas style with each and every experience.
Among the most spacious hotel rooms in downtown Houston, our generously sized accommodations feature an inviting blend of modern comforts and distinctly local touches you simply won’t find elsewhere.
The Whitehall is home to three welcoming eateries, each offering an authentic take on local cuisine. Our casual Houston restaurants delight guests and locals alike—from the fresh coffee and grab n’ go fare at Buffalo Bayou, to the handcrafted libations at Part & Parcel, to Southern Tex-Mex fare from Edgar’s Hermano delivered straight to your room.
Whether you’re exploring our in-house art gallery featuring original works made possible through our unique collaboration with the Savannah College of Art and Design, tapping your toes to our curated Sotherly Radio playlist, or sipping a cocktail made with our private label bourbon, you’re in for a revealing look at Sotherly’s Houston. Our Town. Your Home.
Overview
- Located in Downtown Houston’s Central Business District near the vibrant theatre district, can’t miss attractions and top sports venues
- Three in-house restaurants onsite offer authentic local cuisine and feature Sotherly’s signature Private label bourbon Edgar’s Truth.
- Part & Parcel was ranked as one of the best places to Happy Hour by Trip Saavy and features live entertainment along with views of the Downtown Houston skyline.
- Consistently ranked in the Top 3% of Hotels out of 606 in Houston, TX on Tripadvisor. Edgars Hermano restaurant is ranked as one of the best Mexi-South restaurants in Houston by Tripadvisor.
- Complimentary shuttle service within Downtown Houston
- Two bottled waters and our Signature Sotherly cookies are complimentary in each guestroom upon arrival
- 2nd Floor Rooftop Pool with landscaped sundeck featuring private cabanas and lounge seating
Location
1700 Smith St
Houston, TX 77002
Category
Hotel Style:
Modern,
Hotel Location Type:
City Centre,
Hotel Collection:
City Break,
Pet Friendly Hotels,
Range: $222-$262 (USD)
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Facilities
Hotel Features:
24 Hour Gym
3 Restaurants
Bar
Bar and Lounge
Business Center
Coffee Shop
Free WiFi
Gym
Meeting Room
Outdoor Swimming Pool
Parking
Pets Allowed
Restaurant
Wheelchair Access
Hotel Services:
24 Hour Front Desk
24 Hour Valet Parking
Concierge Services
Dry Cleaning
Laundry Service
Live Music/Performance
Room Service
Shoeshine
Shuttle Service
Valet Service
Room Features:
Bathrobes
Bottled Water
Coffee & Tea Maker In-Room
Coffee & Tea Tray
Coffee Maker in Room
Mini Refrigerator
Local Activities
- Minute Maid Park – Home ballpark of MLB Houston Astros
- Toyota Center – Home arena of NBA Houston Rockets along with becoming one of the premier live entertainment venues in the nation.
- Theatre District – This lively entertainment zone hosts nine theatre venues across 17 downtown blocks.
- Discovery Green – Downtown’s premier green space encompasses 12 acres that includes two restaurants, man-made lake, amphitheatre, event lawn and more.
- Restaurants -112 Restaurants are in the Downtown & Midtown area that range from local eateries to fine dining.