4 Star Hotel

The Whitehall Downtown Houston

1700 Smith Street, Houston, TX - United States
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The Whitehall Downtown Houston
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About

Located in the heart of downtown Houston, 0.7 mi from the Toyota Center, this hotel features 3 on-site restaurants, a 24-hour fitness center and a rooftop pool with sun deck. NRG Stadium is 5.3 mi from The Whitehall Houston. Free high-speed WiFi internet access, a coffee maker and a work desk are provided in each room at the hotel. Cable TV is also included. A hairdryer is offered in the private bathroom. On-site dining and cocktails are available at Edgar’s Hermano, a coffee bistro, Buffalo Bayou Coffee and an outdoor restaurant and bar, Part & Parcel. Hotel's meeting facilities can accommodate up to 450 guests, and valet parking is offered. Minute Maid Park, home to baseball's Astros, and George R. Brown Convention Center are within a 10-minute drive, while Houston Museum District is 3.1 mi from The Whitehall Houston. The shops at the Galleria Mall are 6.2 mi away, and William P. Hobby Airport is 9.9 mi from the property.

Guest Rating

8

Very Good

Based on 1,012 reviews

Facilities

7.8

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Value

7.9

Location

8.8

Satisfaction

8.2
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Room Options

1/4

Superior King Room

302 sqft • 1 King

Accessible by liftAir conditioningAlarm clockBath or Shower

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1/5

Executive Double Room with Two Double Beds

302 sqft • 2 Double

Accessible by liftAir conditioningAlarm clockBath or Shower

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1/2

Executive Double

sqft • 1 Single

Air conditioningBath or ShowerBlackout curtainsCloset

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The Whitehall Downtown Houston - All Inclusive Reviews Rating

8

Very Good

Based on 1,012 reviews

Review summary

The hotel is praised for its excellent location in downtown, with proximity to various restaurants and shops, making it convenient for guests. While some reviews mention cleanliness issues, many guests appreciate the spacious, comfortable rooms and commend the helpful and friendly staff. Despite limited food options and expensive parking, the overall experience is seen as positive, with several guests noting that the hotel exceeded their expectations.

Facilities

7.8

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Value

7.9

Location

8.8

Satisfaction

8.2
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Staff8.1/10
Facilities7.8/10
Cleanliness8.1/10
Comfort8.1/10
Value7.9/10
Location8.8/10
Bathroom7.8/10
Parking8.3/10
Nearby8/10
Restaurant8.3/10
Satisfaction8.2/10
1.0

Stephen

Posted on: 1-3-2026

The outside was nice and the lobby. The staff from friendly and courteous.

First there is a surprise $300 deposit on top of the prepaid hotel stay and valet is forced there at $45 per night. The 1st room smelled like mold. There was what looked like mold on the window. The air vent was dirty. The floors were cracked and chipped including the furniture. The linens were yellowed. The alarm clock by the bed was caked with dust/dirt. The paint was cracking/peeling along with the wallpaper. There was no microwave and the fridge was tiny. We went down to ask for another room or a refund and they said they could not do a refund since it was through a 3rd party reservation, so they bumped us up to a different larger room with more issues. This room had the same chipped floors and furniture, warped and stained lamp shades, dirty air vent, hair in the shower, mold on the shower ceiling because there was no working bathroom fan, so the moisture was trapped. There was rust on the handle in the shower and on the toilet plumbing. The mirror in the bathroom was chipped. The hall floor was dirty and outdated along with the rest of the rooms. The mattress had stains along with the mattress cover. The ceiling had stains (looked like water damage). A prostitute came in with a man even, which speaks to the area it’s in. The valet parks your car in an open lot and sits inside on their phones at night. We did not have money to switch hotels, so we did stay but will not be returning. This place is very misleading!

7.0

Didi

Posted on: 12-11-2025

Room is spacious and clean.

The room just next to the lifts so it is a bit noisy whenever the lifts are operating.

5.0

Marina

Posted on: 11-25-2025

Good location to go to the convention center. generally friendly staff.

The restaurant is very limited in choice. The hotel is surrounded by highways and therefore doesn't give you a nice feel of the area.

8.0

Leland

Posted on: 9-22-2025

Good location, beautiful building.

Rooms, especially the bathroom, could use some renovation

10.0

Shaleecy

Posted on: 9-8-2025

Beautiful Hotel. Nice pool area. Staff very nice all around.

Accessibility to the pool for the disabled was non existent. I traveled with my family and one individual was in a wheelchair. We couldn’t get to the pool.

10.0

Shaleecy

Posted on: 9-7-2025

Beautiful Hotel. Nice pool area. Staff very nice all around.

Accessibility to the pool for the disabled was non existent. I traveled with my family and one individual was in a wheelchair. We couldn’t get to the pool.

10.0

Simone

Posted on: 8-12-2025

This was a really nice hotel and it exceeded my expectations. The staff was great especially John! I knew that anything I needed would be taken care of. The breakfast was also REALLY good. I also thought they had a pretty decent view and it overlooking the pool is a nice touch

No notes :)

6.0

Willmon

Posted on: 7-27-2025

Room was clean. Facilities seemed older but were all right.

Beds were small and uncomfortable. The air conditioner didn't work that well.

10.0

Taylor

Posted on: 7-7-2025

The hotel was very nice and clean, and the restaurants had great food.

9.0

Renee

Posted on: 6-11-2025

The Whitehall is a gem in the heart of Houston. Convenient, fairly priced. Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are comfortable and clean. The coffee shop on site is a bonus and they are pet friendly. I stay here 3 or 4 times a year and always want to come back.

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Top Amenities:

Free Internet AccessSwimming PoolRestaurantFitness CenterPets AllowedHandicapped Rooms/FacilitiesNo Smoking Rooms/FacilitiesFamily Friendly
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Guest Policies

Check-in:

After 03:00 PM

Check-out:

Before 12:00 PM

Pets:

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Important Info:

Please note that a pre-fixed menu is offered for rates with breakfast included. When travelling with pets, please note that an extra charge of USD 50 per stay applies. Up to 1 Dogs allowed with maximum weight of 50 lbsGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Features & Amenities

Highlighted Amenities:

Free Internet Access
Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Pets Allowed
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Family Friendly

Amenities & Services

Facilities for disabled guests available
Family rooms
Fitness center
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking property
Outdoor pool
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Restaurant(s)
Wheelchair accessible

location

The Whitehall Downtown Houston

1700 Smith Street, Houston, TX

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