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The Lancaster Hotel

4.0 star property
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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge
Suite (Composer) | Dining room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

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701 Texas St, Houston, TX, 77002
  • Place, Downtown Aquarium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Daikin Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Toyota Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Artist)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Classic Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Penthouse, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Director Penthouse)

  • 102 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Petite)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite (Playwright Penthouse)

  • 91 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Suite, Multiple Beds (Producer)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 118 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Suite (Composer) | Dining room

Suite (Composer)

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Lancaster Hotel

Luxury hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, valet parking and a business centre. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Lancaster Hotel offers 93 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and free minibar items. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and espresso makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Houston hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a safe and free newspapers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.

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

The free breakfast at The Lancaster Hotel gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Downtown Aquarium. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at Cultivated F+B
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests love the breakfast and restaurant
  • 12 minutes by foot from Daikin Park and a 2-minute drive from Toyota Center
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Lancaster Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Houston hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.
Cultivated F+B – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 58 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Cultivated F+B

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

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

More

  • 12 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1926
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 58.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

The Lancaster Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 891 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1007 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby was modern and. Sophisticated. The staff goes out or their way to accommodate the guest. We loved the welcome glass of champagne and in room snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with Ana amazing room! Really enjoyed our stay and the staff was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is one of the oldest in houston but is in great condition.The service is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel located downtown next to several venues and restaurants. Highly recommend if staying downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

folake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about the Lancaster. I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy, friendswood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From start to finish, this was a luxury event and we felt like five star guests. The staff was wonderfully attentive. And took care of all our needs. I would highly recommend this place as a luxury weekend getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great the staff was good. Everyone was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tailis, Baytown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reviews are spot on! This was a great stay with superb service. The breakfast was AMAZING!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury, Impeccable service, friendly, quality amenities, great food, clean, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing amenities, very clean hotel, the lobby, the restaurant, the hallways, the rooms are all luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gerrit

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Terrific but getting tired

Love this hotel but it’s starting to decay… in need of a freshening
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcome package, with drink on arrival at reception, personal message from manager, complimentary snacks & beverages in mini fridge, beautiful dining room with large windows, delicious breakfast buffet & nice room decor. Hotel has a very charming atmosphere, with lots of history. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith, Houston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to watch a play and walk across the street for room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aliyah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, staff were lovely and kind, the food was delicious, full American breakfast was free and plentiful. I'm so impressed with the service. I wish i could take the Lancaster to every city i travel. ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

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