The Whitehall Houston

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Lobby sitting area
Interior
Lobby
Cocktail bar
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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1700 Smith St, Houston, TX, 77002
  • Place, Toyota Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Downtown Aquarium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Daikin Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪22 min drive‬
VIP Access
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  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Mobility Accessible (Wheelchair Accessible)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (H-Level)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (H-Level)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

The Whitehall Houston

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Toyota Center
An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a 24-hour business centre and a conference centre are on-site.
The Whitehall Houston offers 259 accommodations with a safe and complimentary newspapers. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
The Whitehall Houston's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sam Houston Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle, plus an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Downtown Aquarium and a few minutes from Toyota Center
  • Free local-area shuttle service
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
The Whitehall Houston offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Whitehall Houston. A free area shuttle within 1.0 mi is available. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Houston hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
The Whitehall Houston has a restaurant on site.
Part & Parcel – On-site cocktail bar. Open daily.
Buffalo Bayou Coffee – This coffee shop only serves lunch. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 1 mi
  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Buffalo Bayou Coffee
  • Part & Parcel

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 15 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Crowne Plaza Hotel Houston Downtown
Whitehall Houston Hotel
Houston Downtown Crowne Plaza
Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown Hotel Houston
Whitehall Hotel Houston
Whitehall Houston
The Whitehall Houston Hotel
The Whitehall Houston Houston
The Whitehall Houston Hotel Houston

The Whitehall Houston Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1236 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 2007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 118 out of 2007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a spacious and lovely room. My only complaint was we were right next to the elevator and we could hear it going up and down all night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
John at the front desk was great and very accommodating. Furniture in the room needs attention. Time to renovate! Overall great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Salome

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Tinaya

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Excellent in every aspect. Great beds too
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horacio

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean, Tinton Falls

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anita, Gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adnnan

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The noise from the service elevator and AC was unbearable; we couldn't sleep at all. The front desk told us the service elevator would be shut off after 10am, but nope, it was on all night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Not a lot of dining options near property. Gym was ok too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room clean and staff is ready to help.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff performed well (as should be expected in an upscale hotel). Room was spacious and clean, quieter than many downtown hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aram

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, this is our second stay in the same hotel. We were in business trip there
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAVEL

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service at bar from James! Room clean place was beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayshawn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerard

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and room was super clean!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Abigail

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The Ac to the room wasn’t working.. the light in the restroom wasn’t working. The fridge was cooling. I was there 2 weekends ago and everything was perfect idk about this past weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk staff, Kelvin and Shirley, were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and the shower had excellent water pressure. Close to a lot of good restaurants also.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay with family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025