Hotel Derek
Offering 314 elegant guest rooms, Hotel Derek combines urban sophistication with first-rate hospitality. The array of in-room amenities includes high-speed Internet access, mini bar, plush bathrobes, security safe and luxury toiletries. Among the hotel's guest services include complimentary overnight shoe shine, a state-of-the-art fitness center open 24/7, luxury spa treatment suite, in-house garment-pressing services, outdoor pool and pet-friendly accommodations.
Hotel Derek
2525 West Loop South
Houston, TX 77027
(866) 292-4100
Hotelderek.com
Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa
One of the city's most luxurious destinations, the landmark Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa spans 18 acres of lush grounds. This five-star urban resort features a fitness center and elegant spa, along with deluxe accommodations highlighted by plush terrycloth robes for all guests, 24-hour room service, flat-panel HD TV, stocked mini bar, signature toiletries, wireless Internet and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the surrounding natural scenery. Executive suites showcase handsome decor and fine furnishings, while the Presidential suites offer Jacuzzi tubs, pillow neck massagers and more.
Houstonian Hotel Club & Spa
111 N. Post Oak Lane
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 680-2626
houstonian.com
The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
Surrounded by acres of natural forest, The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center showcases exclusive amenities at every turn, from a waterpark for the entire family to a championship golf course and fitness center. Guest suites are outfitted with work nooks, data ports, personal voice mail, plush bathrobes and honor bar. Miles of nature trails can be accessed from the hotel. Fine cuisine is served at the renowned The Glass restaurant, where sterling hospitality is the norm.
The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center
2301 N. Millbend Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 367-1100
woodlandsresort.com
About The Author
Karen Sprinkles has been a freelance writer since 1988. She's currently the managing editor of a luxury home magazine and has written for regional newspapers and magazines. Sprinkles received the Award of Excellence from the Hawaii Book Publishers Association for "The Hawaii Home Book," which reached No. 1 on the Hawaii bestsellers list. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of California.