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Hotel ICON

220 Main Street
Houston, TX 77002
Nightly Rates: ( 158.97 - 305.13 )
4 Star


Property Description

Named one of the Top 100 New Hotels in the World by Conde Nast Traveler Hotel ICON is a luxurious downtown Houston hotel located at the heart of the citys legal and business districts. Designed by renowned San Francisco design firm Candra Scott and Anderson this 35 million dollar historic reinvention of the landmark Union National Bank building built in 1911 features 12 stories of custom designed period furnishings opulent decor and original artwork. A top destination for discerning business and leisure travelers Hotel ICON offers the finest amenities and personalized service. Enjoy the pinnacle of Houston fine dining at VOICE restaurant and lounge. During your stay in Houston SIP SAVOR AND SOCIALIZE. Hotel ICON guests enjoy complimentary wine tasting in the Lobby every Monday through Thursday from 5 PM to 6 PM. Pamper yourself with relaxing massages wraps and other indulgences at BALANCE Day Spa or burn off stress anytime day or night at Hotel ICONs extensive Executive Fitness Facility. Hold a memorable and finely polished event wedding or meeting in Hotel ICONs 5000 square feet of elegant Houston event space. Whether you are coming to Houston for business or pleasure Hotel ICONs central location outstanding amenities spectacular accommodations and dedication to upholding the highest standards of excellence in service and quality will encourage you to stay as long as you wish and come back again and again.



Amenities

· Air Conditioned
· AM/FM Alarm Clock
· Porters
· Business Center
· Coffee Maker in Room
· Concierge Desk
· Concierge
· City Center
· Data port Available
· 24 Hour Front Desk
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Desk with lamp
· Express Check In
· Express Checkout
· Golf
· Hairdryers Available
· Health Club
· High speed internet access
· Wireless Internet Access
· Iron
· Ironing Board
· Jacuzzi
· Lounge
· Modem in Room
· Mini Bar
· Mini Bar
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· Indoor Pool
· Parking
· Valet Parking
· Radio
· Restaurant
· Bathrobes
· Room Service
· Safe Deposit Box
· Safe
· Shower
· Fitness Center or Spa
· Telephone
· Temperature Control
· Turndown Service
· TV
· Television with Cable
· TV Remote Control
· Laundry/Valet Services
· VCR
· Video Tapes
· Voicemail
· Wake-up Service


Room Information

Standard Full Bed Guestroom
Spa services- work desk- colorful decor-city views- 3 mi radius transportation.
Standard King Bed Guestroom
No tub- Spa services available- city views-3 mi radius transportation-work desk in rm
Story Presidential Suite
Claw tub-glass rain shower-lg livingroom-contract must be signed with hotel
Deluxe Double Beds
Tub-Shower-Spa services available-city views-vibrant decor.
Deluxe King
Tub and shower-sitting area-refreshment center-spa services.
Superior King with Jacuzzi
Jacuzzi tub with pocket shutter doors plus glass shower-very romantic- large bathroom.
Junior Suite
Large sitting area-city views- work desk-refreshment center-international decor.
Executive Suite
Executive Hospitality Suite ( 900 Sq Ft ) European decor. European decor-1 king bed-city views-claw tub in living area-refreshment ctr.
Junior Hospitality Suite
1 king bed-work desk-glass rain shower contract must be signed with hotel.
Executive Hospitality Suite
1 king bed-conference table-city view-contract must be signed with hotel.
Story Presidential Suite
1 king bed-city views-large bathroom-contract must be signed with hotel.

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 3:00 PM
· Check out time is 12:00 PM
· 135 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 12 floors.


Directions

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Restaurant Information

Dining Facilities

Featuring New American cuisine with Asian and French influences, BANK offers Houston fine dining and outstanding service in a distinctive setting. Located in what had been the lobby of Hotel ICON's landmark 1911 bank building, this signature restaurant is


Area Attractions

City Hall

0.5 Miles Souteast

Courthouse

0.5 Miles Southeast

Hobby Center for Performing Arts

0.5 Miles Southeast

Toyota Center

0.5 Miles Southeast

Rice University

0.5 Miles South

Museum District

0.5 Miles

Reliant Stadium

0.4 Miles

Texas Medical Center

0.4 Miles South

Galleria

7 Miles West

EXXON MOBIL

1.09 MI /0.0 KM

HOU-HOBBY AIRPORT

13.0 MI /20.9 KM

HOU-HOUSTON

0.0 MI N

George R Brown Convention Center

1.5 Miles Southeast

IAH-BUSH INTERCONTINENTIAL AIRPORT

20.0 MI /32.2 KM

Alley Theater

0.25 Miles Southeast

Aquarium Theater

0.5 Miles Southeast

Theater District

0.0 Miles Southwest

Wortham Theatre Center

0.25 Miles Southeast

University of Houston

0.25 Miles North

Jones Hall

0.25 Miles Southeast

Minute Maid Ball Park

0.5 Miles East


Cities near Houston, TX

Channelview
Deer Park
Galena Park
Houston
Pasadena
Pearland
South Houston
Stafford
Sugar Land
Willowbrook


Airport - Transportation

George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH)
William P Hobby Airport (HOU)
Ellington Field Airport (EFD)


Aquariums

Downtown Aquarium


Art Galleries & Dealers

Menil Collection


Botanical - Strolling Gardens - Convervatories

Edith L. Moore Nature Sanctuary


Churchs - Places of Worship - Wedding Chapels

Villa De Matel Convent
Rothko Chapel


Convention & Meeting Facilities - Civic Centers

George R. Brown Convention Center


Festivals - Events - Fairgrounds

Houston Symphony
Houston Children's Festival
Bayou City Art Festival


Historical Places

Glenwood Cemetery


Hospitals & Medical Care Facilities

DePelchin Children's Center
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Texas Medical Center
Christus St Joseph Hospital
Harris County Hospital District
Houston Northwest Medical Center
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Methodist Hospital
St Luke's Episcopal Hospital
Texas Children's Hospital
Veterans Affairs Medical Center


Museums

Contemporary Arts Museum
Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum
Children's Museum of Houston
Heritage Society Museum
Houston Fire Museum
Houston Holocaust Museum
Houston Museum of Natural Science
Astrodome Museum
National Museum of Funeral History
Sam Houston Park


Parks - Monuments - Memorials

Hermann Park
Bear Creek War Monument
Police Officer's Memorial


Race Tracks

Houston Motor Speedway
Sam Houston Race Park


Science Centers - Nature Centers

Johnson Space Center-NASA
Cockrell Butterfly Center
Burke Baker Planetarium


Shopping

The Galleria


Stadiums - Arenas - Athletic Fields

Reliant Park - Houston Texans
Autry Court - Rice University
Hofheinz Pavilion - University of Houston
Minute Maid Park - Houston Astros
Rice Stadium - Rice Univeristy
Robertson Stadium - University of Houston
Toyota Center - Houston Rockets


Theme Parks - Amusement Parks

Adventure Bay Water Theme Park
Six Flags Astroworld


Tourist Attractions

Market Square Historic District
Beer Can House
Bayou Place
Tunnel Walks
Water Wall
Saint Arnold Brewing Company


Tours

Sam Houston Boat Tour


Universities & Colleges

University of Houston
North Harris College
Baylor College of Medicine
Rice University
University of Texas Health Science Center
University of St. Thomas
University of Houston - Clear Lake
University of Houston - Downtown
Texas Southern University
South Texas College of Law

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