» Lancaster Hotel, The

The Lancaster is Houston's original small luxury hotel. Ideally situated in the heart of Houston's business, theatre, and nightlife district, this downtown landmark offers easy walking access to all of the Houston downtown area attractions: the Theater District, Minute Maid Field, the famed Wortham Center for Houston Grand Opera and Houston Ballet, the government corridor and federal courthouses.

The Lancaster's 93 handsomely appointed rooms and suites evoke a feeling of comfort and convenience, combining traditional European decor and charm with high-tech amenities tailored to the business traveler's needs. The dark-wood two-poster beds topped with down duvets and feather pillows promise a luxurious night's sleep.

Guestroom amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access; fax machine; CD player; two-line cordless phones; free local calls; complimentary newspaper; voice mail;bBrass knockers on doors; premium bedding; hypo-allergenic bedding upon request; coffee/tea maker; iron and full-sized ironing board; television with cable/satellite TV desk; welcome amenities; minibar; radio/alarm clock plays ambient wave, cricket, or bird sounds; climate control; and smoking rooms are available.

Other guest services include complimentary wireless Internet access in all public areas of hotel; complimentary Town Car service to local attractions and businesses; handicap accessible facilities; 24-hour full service, multilingual concierge staff; valet parking; fitness center; massage service available in-room; 24-hour room service; business center with access 24/7; same day laundry and valet; and a safe deposit boxes at the reception area.

*Selected by Travel + Leisure's readers as one of the top 100 best hotels in the U.S. and Canada (2004, 2006)
*Listed in Travel + Leisure's 500, the 500 highest rated hotel properties in the world (2005)
*Listed in Condé Nast Traveler's 2005 Gold List as one of the top 700 places to stay in the world (2005)

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