Magnolia Hotel Houston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, hotel in Houston, United States
Magnolia Hotel Houston is a 1926 building in the city center that originally served as Shell Oil Company headquarters. The hotel has 314 rooms with modern amenities including large flat-screen televisions, marble and granite bathrooms with soaking tubs, and the only rooftop pool in Houston with views of downtown.
The building was constructed in 1926 and initially served as Shell Oil Company headquarters. Over subsequent decades it was converted into a hotel and hosted numerous important visitors and events, becoming an established part of downtown Houston.
The building carries the name Magnolia, named after the flower native to Texas. Its architecture reflects early 20th century design, and visitors can see how the hotel connects to Houston's past through its original structural details and decorative elements.
The hotel is located centrally in downtown Houston and easily reached on foot from theaters, shops, and restaurants. The building sits near major roads and public transit with straightforward access to nearby William P. Hobby and George Bush Intercontinental airports.
The hotel features the only rooftop pool in Houston, offering views of the downtown skyline. Staff provide complimentary shoe shining service, free breakfast, evening receptions with beer and wine, and a charming bedtime service of milk and cookies.
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