By Christie Leman
Travelers looking for luxury 4 star hotels near the
Houston Airport (IAH) have plenty of options to choose from, as Houston is a city known for its first class hotels and hospitality. The Houston Airport is located in the northeast suburbs of Houston, so there are no 4 star hotels directly at the airport, but there are many 4 star hotels within a reasonable driving distance from the Houston airport, both in the nearby Woodlands shopping and entertainment suburb and downtown Houston.
Marriott Woodlands Waterway Hotel and Convention Center
Just 14 miles from IAH in The Woodlands, the Marriott Woodlands Waterway is one of the top 4 star hotels near the Houston Airport. Amenities at the Marriott Woodlands Waterway include a spa, salon, impressive outdoor pool and an Italian restaurant, not to mention direct access to the shopping and nightlife surrounding the Woodlands Mall and Waterway. Nightly rates begin at $179.
1601 Lake Robbins Drive
The Woodlands, Texas 77380
Tel: (281) 367-9797
marriott.com/hotels/travel/houmw-the-woodlands-waterway-marriott-hotel-and-convention-center
Hotel ICON-Destination Resorts
Located in the entertainment district of downtown Houston and only 15 miles from IAH, Hotel ICON is one of the city's trendy 4 star hotels near the Houston Airport. Originally a bank built in 1911, the hotel features the popular VOICE restaurant and lounge, a day spa and rainfall shower heads in the bath. Room rates start at $150 a night.
220 Main Street
Houston, Texas 77002
Tel: (713) 224-4266
hotelicon.com
Magnolia Hotel Houston
Just a 16 mile drive from IAH and located in the city's historic district convenient to downtown attractions, the Magnolia Hotel is a must-visit when it comes to 4 star hotels near the Houston Airport. The Magnolia is a Houston legend, housed in a 1926 building and featuring the Magnolia Club with its complimentary breakfast, wine and beer, cookies and milk, and marble and granite bathtubs with soaking tubs. Rates for the Magnolia Hotel begin at $120.
1100 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002
Tel: (888) 915-1110
magnoliahotelhouston.com
Inn at the Ballpark
Conveniently located right across from Minute Maid Park and only 16 miles from IAH, the Inn at the Ballpark is a top 4 star hotel near the Houston Airport. Hotel amenities include a fitness center, massage facilities, a cafe and bar, and the nearby Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse. NIghtly rates begin at $130.
1520 Texas Avenue
Houston, Texas 77002
Tel: (866) 406-1520
innattheballpark.com
Four Seasons Houston
Also just 16 miles from IAH and convenient to downtown attractions, the Four Seasons Houston is one of the most acclaimed 4 star hotels near the Houston Airport. Features of the Four Seasons Houston include a full service spa, health club, business center and excellent service. Room rates for the Four Seasons begin at $195 a night.
1300 Lamar Street
Houston, Texas 77010
Tel: (713) 650-1300
fourseasons.com/houston
About the Author:
Christie Leman is a public educator who has been writing informative articles on a variety of topics for five years. Her articles have appeared on several websites, including eHow, Associated Content and Examiner.com. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and history from Texas A&M University and is a certified Texas teacher.
