Hotels in Dallas, Texas

Dallas Hotels

The huge city of Dallas, set in northern Texas, boasts an infinitely intriguing history and eclectic, exciting mix of cultures. Once a big player in the cotton and oil industry, Dallas skyrocketed to become a major cultural and artistic hub, and today boasts a vast range of top galleries and performing arts centers. Dallas also has a strong musical heritage, which thrives in its live music venues and nightlife. Splurging shoppers and bargain-hunters will find that Dallas’ immense collection of malls provides a paradise.

Things to see

Start your bright Dallas day by taking a cool morning walk around the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens in East Dallas. This eden-like lakeside stretch of swaying trees and vibrant exotic flowers - leading to the historic Spanish-style DeGolyer House - will put you in a tranquil mood, perfect for touring the city’s galleries. Head to the Dallas Museum of Art, which boasts a collection that spans from the 3rd millennium BC to the present day, including Ancient Roman sarcophagi and surreal Van Gogh paintings. If you’re traveling with the family, check out the magical dinosaur and mega mammoth skeletons at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, or say hello to the majestic lions and cheeky chimpanzees at the Dallas Zoo. Cap off your day with some Dallas history and heritage at the Sixth Floor Museum, a touching and unforgettable exhibition dedicated to John F. Kennedy.

Hotels in Dallas

Everyone knows that Texas likes to go big, and the 4-star luxury hotels in Dallas are no exception. Treat yourself to valet parking, shimmering outdoor pools, and sublime full-service spas in these ritzy high-rise hotels, spread through Downtown. If you’re after more affordable accommodation but still want to stay central, enjoy one of the city’s classy 3-star hotels, which come with free breakfasts, in-room WiFi, and charming rustic Texan decor. If you’re taking a short-stay budget trip to Dallas, and want an easy-going no-frills place to bed-down, check out the 2-star inns or motels.

Where to stay

Downtown Dallas is the center of the city’s electrifying urban energy. Stay here for classic Texas steakhouses, late-night live music bars where beats blast out of the doors, and the West End historic district - a shopping, entertainment, and restaurant area with an old-world vibe. If you’re serious about shopping, stay in flashy Uptown, where you can buy anything from hand-crafted cowboy boots to designer clothing. Trendsetters and bohemian artists should stay in Oak Cliff, a chilled-out suburb that sings with vintage clothing stores, ultra-hip cafes, and artisan restaurants. But if you’re traveling with the family, the easy-going green-washed area of East Dallas is ideal.

How to get to Dallas

Dallas’ nearest airport is Dallas/Fort Worth International, an immense transportation hub that serves direct flights from destinations across the globe - like London, Amsterdam, Sydney, and Seoul - as well as dozens of direct domestic flights. For public transport from the airport, take the DART Rail Orange Line train from Terminal A direct to Downtown Dallas. Alternatively, hire a car from an onsite rental service and drive the 22 miles to Dallas along the Highway 114 East - but beware of rush hour traffic. Once there, driving around the city is easiest, due to its sprawling size, but the DART light rail network also hits many of the main tourist areas.