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Property Amenities
Situated within walking distance of several of Houston's world-class performing arts venues--the Hobby Center, the Alley Theatre, and the Jones Hall for the Performing Arts (home of the Houston Symphony)--the 12-story, 93-guestroom Lancaster offers old-world soul in the heart of Texas. The lobby recalls a British country house, with a profusion of flowers and elegant, antique-style furnishings. Drawing both hotel guests and theater-bound locals, the Bistro Lancaster serves Gulf Coast-influenced American bistro fare in a lovely setting on the hotel's ground floor.
Rooms
The Lancaster's 93 guestrooms offer two-poster beds with down duvets and feather pillows. The style evokes a British manor house, with antique-style furnishings and appointments that include brass door knockers.
Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in every room, as are two-line cordless phones with free local calling. The windows open, and the alarm clocks play ambient wave, bird, or cricket sounds.
Bathroom amenities include robes, slippers, makeup/shaving mirrors, marble vanities, and Lather toiletries. Welcome gifts include Pellegrino mineral water and pound cake for first-time guests, with personalized offerings for returning guests.
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Dining
Bistro Lancaster - American bistro serving American Cuisine with a Mediterranean Flare. Menu highlights include crawfish beignets and pan-seared grouper. Intimate room seats 65 for breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, cocktails, and is popular for pre-theater dining, post-theater coffee and cocktails. Open early morning till late evening.
Recreation
The hotel fitness room offers free weights and cardio equipment.
The Lancaster Hotel offers discounted use of all facilities at a nearby fitness center called Houstonian Lite (surcharge). The Houstonian provides the following: strength training equipment, treadmills, elliptical trainers, upright exercise bikes, recumbent exercise bikes, step trainers, elliptical step trainers, stretch trainers, , free weights, Pilates training studio, stretch mats, sound and video headsets with individual controls. The recreational activities listed below are available on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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“Cozy, Old Houston charm”
When we arrived, the temperature was over 100, so there was no valets or bellhops to be found outside. Once we stepped inside, it was like a beehive had awoken. Great service from front desk to housekeeping. No ice machines, but housekeeping kept ice in our room. Big, comfortable bathroom, but room itself was a little small as are most hotels of this era. Upon our return for the evening, a valet asked if we were just staying for a bit, but we had to announce we were hotel guests. Never had that before.
“Absolute Elegance at an affordable rate”
We loved our stay. Everything and everyone were top notch and excellent in every dealing we had with them. The availability of a car service is such a nice touch.
“A real good place to stay downtown”
Whenever I,m downtown Houston I stay at the Lancaster. It is a nice hotel and it is close to everything downtown. The price is reasonable.
“Amazing location; would go back in a heartbeat”
Fabulous downtown setting. A little old and small, but comfortable with great service.
“Would love to go back”
Hotel conventiently located to theater district. Close to rail line to museums and other districts. Complimentary shuttle within city limits. Great place, friendly, clean, comfortable. Close driving to Galvaston, Kema and other places. Enjoyed downtown history. A great weekend get away. We enjoyed a night at the theater too.
“What a lovely room I had in Houston”
Very pretty room, the most luxurious linen I ever slept in, windows that open, right across the Jones Hall, and the nicest staff. Travelling in the South never disappoints.
“The only hotel we'll stay at in Houston”
We love the Lancaster - even if we can't stay overnight - we'll stop in for a drink in their wonderful cozy bar. What other hotel has live plants, fresh potpourri and always remembers you? The staff are so gracious and professional. It's the only hotel for us!
“a class act”
A nice intimate weekend place to escape. Quality accomadations, attentive staff, in the entertainment district and comfortable rooms.
“I recommend this hotel”
I really was not expecting to like this hotel, but the staff was wonderful, my room was clean and tidy and the location was superb. I had a great stay here and recommend it to other budget travellers who appreciate an older, but clean place to lie their head.
“Beautiful Luxury Hotel in Downtown Houston”
The draw to the Lancaster is it's small size. This allows for a true luxury experience. The service is great and the discount through expedia (vs. direct) was unbelievable. Would definitly go back if deal was as good next time.
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The closest major airports to The Lancaster Hotel are:
Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby) - 14.6 km / 9.1 mi
Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental) - 25.1 km / 15.6 mi
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 25.6 km / 15.9 mi
The preferred airport for The Lancaster Hotel is Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby).
Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometre.
