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The Lancaster Hotel

4.0 star property
Experience downtown living at its finest: dine on delicious breakfasts or enjoy evening cocktails after exploring nearby attractions.

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Exterior
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Lobby sitting area
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock
Free daily buffet breakfast
VIP Access

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Parking available

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Producers)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
  • 1270 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Suite, 1 King Bed (Playwrights Penthouse)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 980 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Petite)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 238 sq ft
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed (Directors Penthouse)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Penthouse Level)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 450 sq ft
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 450 sq ft
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 500 sq ft
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room (Penthouse Level)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 268 sq ft
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 256 sq ft
  • Studio
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, MP3 dock

Suite, 1 King Bed (Artist)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
  • 750 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
701 Texas St, Houston, TX, 77002

What's nearby

  • Downtown Aquarium - 6 min walk
  • Daikin Park - 12 min walk
  • Toyota Center - 2 min drive
  • George R. Brown Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • University of Houston - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Theater District Station - 4 min walk
  • Houston Station - 12 min walk
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frank's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Birraporetti's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rhapsody Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Day 6 Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coterie - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Lancaster Hotel

Historic Houston aparthotel in Downtown Houston with free breakfast
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business center, and valet parking. Each apartment provides a refrigerator and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Comforts include a pillowtop bed and premium bedding, and guests will also appreciate thoughtful touches like free minibar items and an espresso maker. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Lancaster Hotel offers 93 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and free minibar items. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and espresso makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Houston aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car not required
  • Valet parking on site (USD 53 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • Cultivated F+B

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 20 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • TV in common areas

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Work spaces

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting room

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In a historical district
  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 12 floors
  • 93 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Connecting units available
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 53 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel will place a USD 25 authorization on credit cards for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Lancaster
Lancaster Hotel
Lancaster Hotel Houston
Lancaster Houston
The Lancaster Hotel Houston
The Lancaster Hotel Aparthotel
The Lancaster Hotel Aparthotel Houston

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lancaster Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lancaster Hotel?

As of Feb 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lancaster Hotel on Feb 7, 2025 start from CA $328.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Lancaster Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 53 per night.

What time is check-in at The Lancaster Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 75 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lancaster Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 75 (subject to availability).

Where is The Lancaster Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Houston, this historic aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Daikin Park, George R. Brown Convention Center, and Toyota Center. University of Houston and Houston Zoo are also within 6 mi (10 km). Theater District Station is only a 4-minute walk and Preston Station is 5 minutes.

The Lancaster Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1525 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1728 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1728 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Fort Worth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really like this hotel and would stay again. Staff very helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Room was comfortable and not too noisy even though it was near the elevator. The door must be thick. The windows have another pane that keeps out the street noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to. The Mini Bar was included in the hotel price plus breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel Alejandro, Miami

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great tune.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corrin

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my favorite hotel in Houston, always an excellent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whittney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very customer oriented. Pleasant at every step. A helping hand at every corner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHARLENE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very elegant property. Wonderful breakfast buffet. Extra quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very attentive and valet was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Great value, wonderful staff, nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Candy, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very helpful and wanted to help you. Great people here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the venues for a weekend Theatre/Symphony Staycation. Lovely property, felt very intimate, and safe. Superb Staff, each and every one. Great food, and an Amazing Bar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lancaster never disappoints. Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lancaster Hotel is a true gem. From its outstanding customer service and prime location to its exceptional quality and elegant design, it’s a place you’ll want to experience. The rooms were impeccably clean, and the complimentary wine at check-in, along with the thoughtful in-room amenities, added a special touch. The valet service was also top-notch, making the stay even more enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAZEEM

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was respectful, breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024