Adolphus Hotel

The Adolphus stands in the center of Dallas' financial district. Conveniently located at Commerce and Field, the hotel is just minutes away from the city's major business addresses, entertainment centers, and historical sites. Within walking distance are the Dallas Convention Center, Union Station, The Dallas Museum of Arts and Neiman Marcus.

A baroque masterpiece opened in 1912, The hotel ushered in a grand new era of sophisticated Dallas lodging. Amid such treasures as early Flemish tapestries and a Victorian Steinway once owned by the Guggenheims, you can recall the splendor of bygone days and almost feel the presence of the famous guests who stayed here before you.

The founder of The Adolphus, Missouri beer baron Adolphus Bush, chose to honor his adopted city with 21 stories of unabashed baroque splendor. Critics have called his Texas landmark 'the most beautiful building west of Venice" The Adolphus shines with $80 million worth of renovation and enhancements.

An idyllic blend of Old-World elegance and modern-day conveniences, each spacious accommodation offers a unique experience. All of the 422 guestrooms and suites have been beautifully restored and are appointed with distinctive touches such as plush beds, classic Queen Anne furnishings and specially-commissioned fabrics. These traditional features are complemented by the modern amenities today's sophisticated travelers expect. You?ll enjoy pillow-top mattresses, sumptuous 250-thread-count triple sheets, 32 inch flat screen cable TV with DVD player and in-room movies, complimentary Wayport wireless high-speed Internet access, dataport, and cordless dual-line phones with private voicemail.

Exquisite set of objects of d'art meet the eye at every turn; nineteenth century Chinoiserie, a bronze dore Gueridon table, a pair of early Flemish tapestries, a Napoleon II oval mirror. The ornately carved Steinway once graced the New York home of the Guggenheim family. Scores of such treasures enrich the atmosphere of the Lobby, creating a museum-quality collection for its guests' enjoyment.

There are several dining options available at this property. The French Room, the hotel's award-winning restaurant has been named as best hotel restaurant in the most recent Zagat Survey ranking the top 100 hotel dining rooms in the U. S. Dine amidst the 18-foot domed ceiling adorned with frescoes, hand-blown crystal chandeliers, as gilt sconces cast their glow upon your table for the perfect mood lighting. There is a Bistro, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests are introduced to a taste of the Old West in a sophisticated version of Texas honky tonk at the Bar and Grill, featuring hearty Texas fare, Tex-Mex, and pasta. The Bar serves long neck beers and cocktails.

12 kms to the airport (love field), 29 kms to the airport (fortworth intl), 3 km to the nearest fair site (dallas convention center).