1117 Prairie St - Houston, TX, United States 77002
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Location. The Alden Houston hotel is located in the center of Houston, Texas', central business area and within walking distance of the theater district, George R. Brown Convention Center, Minute Maid Ballpark and the light rail system connecting, travelers to local nightlife and restaurants. The hotel is also within 11 miles of the Houston Hobby Airport.
Hotel Features. Originally opening in 1924 as a luxury boutique hotel, today the Alden Houston's minimalist lobby features whimsical light fixtures shaped like the San Jacinto Monument and a backlit glass wall mural depicting the Battle of San Jacinto. Award-winning 17 Restaurant on site serves distinctive American cuisine by Chef Ryan Pera, along with a selection of domestic and international wines. Intimate a+ Lounge provides cocktails nightly to the sounds of local DJs. Special meetings and events hosted in the hotel include use of indoor and outdoor function space. The Alden Houston offers complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the hotel, cardiovascular fitness equipment with personal televisions on machines and Town Car transportation servicing a three-mile radius.
Guestrooms. The 10-story Alden Houston combines classic architecture with contemporary design in guestrooms overlooking either the city or ballpark. Guestrooms feature minibars, DVD players and flat-screen televisions. In-room spa treatments are available and ample work space featuring ergonomic chairs are added features. Oversized bathrooms with Russian Labrador antique granite-walls and glassed-in showers, as well as premium bedding with Egyptian cotton linens accent guestrooms.
Expert Tip. The Alden Houston's restaurant, 17, is named after the number of railroads that, on the eve of the Civil War, met here, deeming Houston the hub for the Texas railroad system. The recent renovation of this hotel is one of a dozen in downtown Houston pumping life back into the historic area.
Property Amenities
Dry Cleaning Service
Lounge
Children Stay Free - 18 Years and Under
Wake Up Service
Health Club
ATM/Banking
Fitness Equipment
Coffee in lobby
Conference Room(s)
Banquet Facilities
Restaurant(s)
Bar/Lounge
Meeting room (small groups)
Room service (24 hours)
Parking (valet) - $16-$25 Daily
Business services
Event catering
Security guard
Comp newspapers in lobby
Concierge desk
Elevator/lift
Internet public area - comp
Spa tub
Small pets only - 25 Lbs. and Under
Airport Transportation - Fees Apply
Shuttle Service - Fees Apply
Pets allowed - Fees Apply
Pet policy - Smoking Floors Only
Area Attractions
Minute Maid Park - 4 blocks Bayou Place - 4 blocks Theatre District - 4 blocks Houston Zoo - 4.0 miles Museum District - 3.0 miles Reliant Stadium - 7.0 miles Toyota Center - 1.0 mile George Bush Intercontinental Airport - 21.0 miles George R. Brown Convention Center - 1.0 mile
Driving Directions
From Houston Hobby Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 10.3 miles.
Take Airport Boulevard to Broadway Street. Turn right onto Broadway Street. Bear left onto Gulf Freeway. Merge onto I-45 North/Gulf Freeway/US 75 North. At sign for Pease Street/Dowling Street, bear right onto ramp. Bear left onto Pease Street. Turn right onto San Jacinto Street. Turn left onto Prairie Street.
Property Information
Check In Time - 3 P.m.
Check Out Time - 12 P.m.
Credit Card Required
Minimum Check-in Age - 21
Multilingual Staff
Photo Identification Required
Porter/Bellhop
24-Hour Front Desk
Policies & Disclaimers
Your charge card will be charged for the full payment upon submitting your reservation request. See {0}User Agreement.
Requests for bed type and smoking preferences will be submitted to the hotel but are not guaranteed.
Room pictures may differ from the actual room you receive.
You must present a photo ID upon check-in.
By proceeding with this reservation, you agree to all terms and conditions, which include the Cancellation Policy and all terms and conditions contained in the {0}User Agreement.
You agree to pay the cost of your reservation. If you do not pay this debt and it is collected through the use of a collection agency, an attorney, or through other legal proceedings, you agree to pay all reasonable costs or fees, including attorney fees and court costs, incurred in connection with such collection effort.
