I visited this hotel for an overnight weekend away with two girlfriends. We visit Houston a few times a year to shop and go out, but typically stay at the JW Marriott on Westheimer. We decided to mix it up and try something different, so we chose the Magnolia Hotel. Upon arriving, we attempted to park in the parking garage... more

Decent for a business trip but wouldn’t pay for it myself. Clean and modern but the common areas (lobby and bar/breakfast area) were dark and unwelcoming. As were the people at the front desk...unfriendly, gruff and unwelcoming. The Concierge was a delight and VERY VERY helpful with directions and suggestion. The room was a little cramped, although my co-worker had... more

A little kindness goes a long way... Most of the employees at The Magnolia Houston were not very kind or hospitable. I had to remind the front desk employees that they were working in the Hospitality Industry. When I was checking in, the front desk associate made me feel as welcome as a cold sore. No hello. No smile. No... more

Design-wise, the Magnolia is sleek and modern, like a mid-priced W. The free-form metal staircase between the first and second floors is a bold design concept that makes a great first impression. There was a lovely library adjacent to the bar/breakfast area. And people really seemed to be enjoying the ample, down-home food at the complimentary breakfast buffet. But when... more

We were pleasantly surprised to find that the photos for this hotel actually looked like the hotel and possibly was even nicer. We were worried because this hotel was so much cheaper that hotels surrounding it. We paid $109/nt and were blown away. It's a smaller hotel, so if you're looking for grandiose lobbies, you won't get that here. But... more

We stayed here at a great weekend rate on 3/21/08, while attending the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Didn't spend much time in the hotel, but would come back and stay for sure. Easy check-in and out, immaculately clean rooms, and nice hot breakfast. Our room was very quiet - not a sound from any side. We didn't use the... more

We had never heard of the Magnolia. It was within walking distance of the George Brown Convention Center and looked nice, so we decided to give it a try. I have to believe that the price of the rooms here will increase. Only $129 per night, and it is lovely. A very old building that has been renovated, the lobby... more

I have stayed at this hotel once before last August, and had a blast for a girlfriend's 30th. I did stay there again this past weekend while on business in Houston. First off, my fiance's company placed us at this God awful place in Greenway plaza (more on that later) and I had gotten an email in my mailbox that... more

A last-minute business trip to Houston found me at the Magnolia Hotel, downtown near Minute Maid Park. It was a Saturday night right before a big international convention, so the place was packed. But when I arrived at the hotel, the front desk attendants couldn't find my reservation. Even when I handed them a printout with my reservation confirmation code,... more