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Hotel Icon |
220 Main Street
Houston, TX 77002 |
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Property Description |
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Hotel ICON A Boutique Hotel Indulgence in HoustonElegantly discreet yet boldly contemporary. Grandly romantic yet personally comforting. Expect the unexpected at Hotel ICON, a recipient of Conde Nast Traveler's esteemed Gold List 2007, and the Houston destination of choice for discerning guests seeking a respite from the conventional hotel experience.
See and be seen by captains of industry, fashion enthusiasts, well-heeled international travelers and neighborhood locals lured to Hotel ICON for its many charms. An elusive blend of grand Neo-Classical architecture and dynamic contemporary appointments invite lavish comfort, intimacy and modern efficiency at the confluence of downtown Houstons dynamic business, theater, legal and sports districts.
Savor mouthwatering dishes at the award-winning VOICE restaurant. Vamp openly in the city's most flirtatious lounge. Relish a relaxing massage or other indulgence at the Balance day spa or in your own suite's lavish bathroom. Challenge yourself with custom equipment in an expansive 24-hour executive fitness center. Host an exquisite, mesmerizing event, wedding or meeting in the ICON's nearly 7,000 square feet of elegantly appointed meeting and event space.
Defy conventional expectations. Expect more from a hotel, not less. Expect Hotel ICON to delight, surprise and reward you at every turn.DiningWelcome to VOICEHotel ICON is proud to present the next evolution in Houston's dynamic culinary scene. Pairing inspired modern American cuisine with one of the city's most dazzling venues, VOICE restaurant in downtown Houston invites you to Savor, Sip and Socialize.
Expect world-class sophistication and flair without pretension. From blue jeans to ball gowns and from a casual bite to a multi-course masterpiece, Executive Chef Michael Kramer ensures that memories are made at every meal.
Serving breakfast and dinner; featuring a lounge and wine bar, VOICE restaurant is the gathering place downtown Houston has been screaming for. Wine VaultWhat happens when VOICE goes underground and out of earshot?
We'll leave that up to you and Chef Kramer...The lower lobby Wine Vault is the perfect setting for private dining and offers a truly intimate experience with the chef and kitchen. Our wine cellar houses some of the world's finest vintages and shares two display windows with the kitchen for a chef's table experience with all the associated energy but little of the noise. |
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Why People Like to Work for Us |
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WHO WE ARE:Destination Hotels & Resorts began in 1972 with the development and management of condominium resorts. Since then, we have grown to become the country's second largest independent hospitality management company with more than 7,500 employees, over 7,000 guest rooms, and more than $1.5 billion in assets under management. We are a subsidiary of Los Angeles-based Lowe Enterprises, a privately-held, national real estate organization active in commercial and hospitality property investment, management, and development.
Since its inception, Lowe has been responsible for more than $6 billion in prominent real estate assets nationwide. Destination Hotels & Resorts is unique in the lodging industry in that our primary mission is to create value for guests, investors, and associates in each of our hotels and resorts. We do this by developing an innovative, customized business and service plan for each property we manage and combining it with the sales, marketing, and operating resources of a company many times our size.
This lodging industry expertise, together with the real estate savvy of Lowe, has allowed us to bring a different perspective to the hotel management business.OUR CULTURE:Destination Hotels & Resorts fosters a creative, entrepreneurial and energetic work environment where people come to work and have fun. We value passionate people who love to be challenged and desire the freedom to contribute to the overall success of the organization. Your role will be integral to the success of our company. We strive to create a work place culture that values family, work life balance and community. We help develop our associates and provide support for them to grow their careers with Destination Hotels & Resorts.
Our associates are proud to work here! |
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Condι Nast Traveler ranked this hotel in Houston one of the Top 700 Hotels in the World in January 2007 and one of the Top 100 New Hotels in the World in 2006.
Ranked by Global Traveler as 10 Best Individual Hotels in the United States
AAA Four Diamond Award - 2008
Conde Nast Traveler Gold List 2007
Best of Citysearch awards:
Best Boutique Hotel 2007
Best Business Hotel 2007
Best Downtown Hotel 2007
Best Family-Friendly Hotel 2007
Best Hotel Dining 2007
Best Hotel Staff 2007
Best Hotel View 2007
Best Pet-Friendly Hotel 2007
Best Romantic Hotel 2007
Best Tourist Hotel 2007
Best Weekend Getaway Hotel 2007
2005 Best Houston Hotel Playboy
2005 Houston's Coolest Hotel - Southwest Airlines Spirit
Good Brick Award Best of 2004 & 2005, Award of Merit Renovation/Restoration Texas Construction
Top 100 New Hotels in the World, 2004 Hot List Condι Nast Traveler |
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Property Statistics |
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| Year built | 1911 |
| Last year renovated | 2004 |
| Number of rooms | 139 |
| Number of employees | 165 |
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| | Computer software | | Fidelio, Micros, Delphi |
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| Restaurants |  Fine Dining
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| | Lounges | Lobby
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| Hotel Amenities | - Seating area
- Workspace with task lighting and ergonomic chair
- Complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access
- 27" television with interactive cable, on-demand movies and games
- DVD and VHS upon request
- Web TV with wireless keyboard Web access
- Fax/copier/printer upon request
- Cordless dual-line speaker phone with data port and personalized voice mail
- Oversized personal safe for laptops
| - Sony stereo AM/FM CD clock radio
- Turndown service upon request
- Newspaper menu
- Fully stocked refreshment center
- 24/7 valet laundry
- In-room dining and select spa services
- Complimentary storage of personal items such as workout gear for future visits
- Valet Parking
- Complimentary cribs
| | Spa Amenities | - The ultimate in personal pampering awaits you at BALANCE Day Spa, where the focus is on your mind, body and soul. Breathe slowly, breathe deeply and relax. Now, what's your pleasure?
- Specialty day spa packages
- Massages
- Body wraps
- Facials
- Salon services, including tinting, waxing, and nail care
| - In-room services by appointment
- Healthy spa dining available through VOICE restaurant
- Relaxation areas
- Men's and women's locker rooms
- Spa boutique
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