Rising gently above the nearby skyline in a polished, fittingly white tower, the Whitehall is home to a wide range of customizable suites, an amazing set of common areas, and several foods and drink establishments for hungry or thirsty guests.
Alongside the hotel’s free daily breakfast, the culinary offerings of the Whitehall are also marked as worthy of note thanks to its in-house Southern restaurant – highly rated and known for its mixture of Tex-Mex cuisine and classy drinks.
And for the gay girl, Houston is a veritable playground with killer shopping; fab restaurants; and everything from roller derby to tunnel tours to keep you...
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Welcome to Houston – the home of the famous Space Center, a welcoming international hub for people of all shapes, kinds, and sizes, and – most importantly – a hot gay travel spot just waiting to be discovered!
Much like the Westin coming up next on this list, the Hotel Derek has event hire space, which could be the perfect location for your next get-together.
The city is even home to its very own Gay and Lesbian Film Festival, as well as a wide range of other queer-focused events all year round.
There’s also a travel agency on-site if you want someone to talk to about extending your holiday throughout Houston or even onwards!
Buildings such as the Museum of Fine Arts and the Houston Zoo are little more than a few minutes walk away, and that’s without mentioning the breathtaking environment that these central streets and their older buildings create.
Hilton Houston Post Oak by the Galleria
The Hilton Post Oak is certainly a gay hotel for the ages – the third hotel on this list and the third in a row to have four full stars of luxury and quality customer service to its name!
Still, the Houstonian’s combination of services and quality attention make it, without a doubt, the absolute highlight of this list for any gay traveler.
Hotel ICON, Autograph Collection
We’ve included a few Hotel ICONs and members of the Autograph Collection into our lists for other cities before, and – as was the case in those times – it is more than clear that these locations are among the very creme de la creme of gay-friendly accommodation.
Other highlights include the Red Dress Party, Queer Film Festival, and Easter Sunday’s legendary gay dance party.
Foodie Adventures & Brunch Culture
Houston’s food scene is world-class.
Houston Hotels
Several Houston hotels have become Travel Alternatives Group (TAG) Approved® by agreeing not to discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation in their employment practices, to actively outreach to the gay and lesbian community and to strive to create a gay-friendly experience for their guests.
The in-house Line and Lariat upper-class American Restaurant is an absolute highlight, and the included Beauty and Beyond spa facility allows guests to get an in-depth relaxation experience without having to walk a block. As this hotel’s title may imply, the Westin Houston Downtown is located right in the center of the city and its lively downtown, which puts it within an easy taxi ride of the Montrose District and its offerings of queer bars, gay hotspots, and easy socialization.
We know that we’ve complimented the rooms and common spaces of the Royal Sonesta and the Whitehall already, but when we say that the individual suites of the Hilton Post Oak are truly special and elegant, we mean it. Remember, the early bird catches the best deals in Houston! We are a pet-free and smoke/vapour-free environment. If you’re looking for something a little more casual, however, there’s always the in-house bar and the wide range of eateries and hangout locations in the immediate area of the Hotel Derek.
In that case, this is one of the best bets on this list that you’ll have – perfectly balancing its own identity as an establishment with the unique culture and vibes of the neighborhoods it sits in and runs against.
The Hotel Derek prides itself upon the sheer range of activities and amenities that it has available on-site, including its very own golf course with city views, a fitness center for those looking to maintain their regimes and keep their body in top shape, and – most importantly for those looking to relax – a pool with a large sitting area.
The individual rooms here may not be the best, as that title is, without a doubt, taken by the Hilton Post Oak that came before it. For gay travelers, Houston offers a mix of culture, nightlife, and community that’s as diverse as the city itself.
Discover Montrose
Montrose is Houston’s iconic gayborhood — packed with bars, cafés, vintage shops, and rainbow flags.
These hot spots are fabulous; they vanish quicker than a drag queen’s five o’clock shadow.
Overall, the Hyatt Regency Downtown is well-kept, luxurious, respectable, and tended to by caring, respectful staff that have single-handedly earned this location one of the city’s best reputations with queer guests in the past.
Hotel Derek
Although this hotel’s title defies naming conventions somewhat – especially for a location of its quality and size – the only other thing out of the ordinary about Hotel Derek is its attention to detail and colorful approach to accommodation. Reviews of the Hotel Derek focus on the quality of its atmosphere and public spaces, including its in-house cocktail bar and its open socialization room in general.
So, pack your rainbow flag, and get ready to experience the ultimate gay-friendly holiday in Houston.
Roger McIlmoyle
Welcome to the Montrose Inn, a Boutique Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room in Quinte West, centrally located within minutes of Belleville, Trenton, and Prince Edward County.
We know that, and therefore we’d like to note that the hotels on this list follow the same logic. The Hotel ICON in Houston is built within the 1911-built skeleton of an old bank, and many aspects of its design and interior are retained originals from the aristocratic establishment that came before it.