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Powered By TripAdvisorA Landmark Houston Hotel in the Heart of the Theatre District
Powered By TripAdvisorWith nearly a century of service, The Lancaster Hotel in Houston’s thriving theatre district is the city center’s regency-inspired, art-focused iconic home for hospitality. Featuring artwork from 100 internationally recognized Texan artists, the gallery-like atmosphere is in keeping with the hotel’s setting among the city’s many art spaces, from The Jones Hall for the Performing Arts to the Alley Theatre and Bayou Music Center. The award-winning hotel offers elegantly appointed accommodations, an inviting restaurant, a fitness center, and easy access to all of Houston’s best attractions. Guests of The Lancaster Hotel can:
- Relax in spacious suites named after artistic professionals like The Producer or Playwright Suites
- Dine on sophisticated American cuisine at the hotel’s inviting restaurant, Cultivated F+B
- Work out in the cardio fitness center featuring Peloton stationary bicycles
- Explore the nearby arts-oriented sites and attractions like The Houston Grand Opera
After an evening of culture and theatre, relax in the hotel’s contemporary rooms and suites that feature complimentary sweet and savory snacks, juice, water, and soft drinks, before falling to asleep on ultra-comfortable beds. Wake in the morning to a gourmet breakfast buffet on the hotel’s mezzanine, before heading out to explore the city while feeling refreshed and refueled.
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
Across multiple room categories, each of The Lancaster Hotel’s 93 rooms and suites offers guests a luxurious escape from the big city streets below. Beds are outfitted in Frette Linens only outdone by super soft robes and slippers. Baths feature Bulgari bath amenities, and Waterworks fixtures set in Carrera marble tile. Each room also contains original works of art from emerging and mid-career Texan artists. Detailed information is provided on each piece, allowing art aficionados to learn more or follow the artist’s work.
Ranging from 238 – 1,100 sq. ft., all rooms offer well-lit workspaces, comfortable sleeping spaces, large televisions, complimentary beverages and snacks, valet parking, and complimentary car service in the downtown area. See the full range of room and suite types below.
Room & Suite Types
- Petite King Guestroom
- Classic King Guestroom
- Deluxe Double Queen Guestroom
- Classic Penthouse King Guestroom
- Deluxe Penthouse King Guestroom
- The Artists' Suites
- The Producer's Two-Bedroom Suite
- The Playwright's Penthouse Suite
- The Director's Penthouse Suite
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Along with a delicious buffet breakfast each morning on the mezzanine, The Lancaster Hotel tempts guests with the option to have it in bed with morning breakfast room service. For something more substantial later in the evening, guests head to Cultivated F+B for phenomenal salads, sandwiches, steaks, and more.
Cultivated F+B – The hotel’s main restaurant serves elevated American dishes in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Perfect for a pre-show dinner or post-performance nightcap, guests will love the fresh crab cakes, perfectly mixed Old Fashioned, and famous bread pudding.
Activities at The Lancaster Hotel
When you’re not dining on delicious seared salmon or sampling spirits at Cultivated F+B, working out in the fitness center, or enjoying a self-guided tour of the hotel’s contemporary art collection, head out to hit Houston head-on and enjoy the American South’s largest city’s best sites and attractions.
Nearby Activities & Attractions
- Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
- Alley Theatre
- Wortham Theater Center
- Bayou Music Center
- Downtown Aquarium
- The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts
- Market Square Park
- Tranquility Park
Activities & Attractions within Driving Distance
- Houston Zoo
- Houston Museum District
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
- Rothko Chapel
- The Menil Collection
- Houston Museum of Natural Science
- Hermann Park
- Space Center Houston
Location
Set in the center of Houston’s arts and culture scene, The Lancaster Hotel anchors the northeast corner of Texas Avenue and Louisiana Street. The only hotel in the Theatre District, The Lancaster offers easy access to the Grammy Award-winning Houston Symphony’s Jones Hall for the Performing Arts and the Tony Award-winning Alley Theater. For business travelers, the prime location downtown near the city’s financial district is also a feature, while the quick trip to the airport is a boon for all guests.
Address
701 Texas Street, Houston, TX, United StatesTransportation
- Bus
- Louisiana Street at Texas Avenue stop is across the street from the hotel’s main entrance.
- Light Rail
- Theatre District Station is two blocks from the hotel – approximately 3 minutes on foot.
- Airport
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport is 22 mi / 36 km from the hotel – approximately 25 minutes by car.
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Reviews
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Great stay in the Theater District
Mon Aug 11 2025 21:46:19 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Brian F
We enjoyed our one night stay at the Lancaster Hotel. We attended a concert at the 713 Music Hall and the hotel was in a perfect location (about three blocks away). The valet was very pleasant on arrival. The front desk was kind and welcoming offering us refreshments. Room was clean and everything functioned. The free snacks was a fantastic surprise. The buffet breakfast in the morning was fantastic with plenty of seating. We will certainly be back to the Lancaster Hotel.
Easy and a great place to stay.
Mon Aug 11 2025 17:30:35 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Surge J
came to Houston for a baseball game with my two kids. It was a great hotel and Gary was so helpful during check in. I recommend staying here.
exceeded our expectations
Thu Aug 07 2025 15:55:48 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Michael A
We have stayed at many hotels and this hotel ranks right up there. From the cleanliness of the hotel to the friendliness of their staff, you can’t have a better experience in Houston. The reception and restaurant, Cultivated are exceptional. They are always well staffed. Gary at the reception was awesome as well as the cleaning staff. The only drawback was that the mini fridge was too small to store my food. No doubt, I will definitely stay here again.
Incredible experience
Thu Aug 07 2025 15:17:10 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by L S
Our stay in a piece of history was wonderful. Breakfast was served hot daily and it was tasty. Our room was fitted beautifully. The service at this hotel was exceptional across the front desk and restaurant, Gary, in particular, addressed our concerns promptly, making our stay truly enjoyable.
Perfect Stay
Mon Aug 04 2025 12:22:20 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by oldben
What a top-notch hotel. We've just returned from a long weekend stay at The Lancaster Hotel and had a very enjoyable time. The hotel is self is historic and decorated in classic fixtures. The beds were comfortable (even the fold out sofa was nice.) The stand-out of the property was the staff. Everyone we encountered was friendly and polite and wanted to make our stay as enjoyable as possible. The hotel is within walking distance of things to do and several good restaurants and eateries. Will definitely be back next time we visit Houston.
