The Crowne Plaza Houston-Downtown provides the location, facilities and service that make us the ideal selection in the Central Business District. Our 259 guestrooms are designed for maximum comfort each featuring individual climate control, 25-inch screen televisions featuring ONCOMMAND ® movies and Internet service, desktop data ports, guest voice mail, full-size ironing board and iron, hair dryers, in-room coffee station and all rooms are fully equipped with electronic locks. Guests can enjoy working out in our state of the art fitness center; enjoy dining in our highly regarded Brazos Restaurant or relaxing at the bar, both of which offer great areas to network or enjoy the Game Of The Day.
Every major downtown attraction, such as the Bayou Place Entertainment Center, Theatre District, Minute Maid Park – Home of the Astros, and the George R. Brown Convention Center are within walking distance. Individual guests can take advantage of the hotel’s Complimentary Downtown Shuttle service or a short ride via the complimentary Metro Trolley System. Soon you will also be able to take in Yao Ming and the Houston Rockets at our new Downtown arena! Conveniently located 15 minutes from Reliant Park, 3.5 miles to the Texas Medical Center, 30 minutes from Bush Intercontinental Airport, and 15 minutes from William P. Hobby Airport. Shuttle services available each way via Airport Express. Group and VIP transportation services can be arraigned on site.
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Local Attractions:
Theatre District, Museums, Shopping, Restaurants, Nightlife, The Arts, Parks, Hermann Park and Zoo
May 15, 2013
ozmuzziemoo, Hope Island, Australia | Trip type: Couples
Great location in the centre of Houston. Within waking distance of most things. Staff were very helpful & friendly. Rooms were large & comfortable. Hired a car through concierge which...
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Great location in the centre of Houston. Within waking distance of most things. Staff were very helpful & friendly. Rooms were large & comfortable. Hired a car through concierge which was great value & their parking staff were superb. « less
“Downtown Houston”
May 8, 2013
carfly, Dublin | Trip type: Solo travel
After arriving off international flight, was spending 24 hrs in Houston before connecting for New Orleans. Super shuttle drops off and picks up here, first time to visit so hotel...
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After arriving off international flight, was spending 24 hrs in Houston before connecting for New Orleans. Super shuttle drops off and picks up here, first time to visit so hotel was nice arrived in time for Happy Hour comp drinks and food as Priority Club member. Staff friendly and efficient, room was comfortable but bathroom on small side. Hotel near highway at the back, nothing to look out on heard the traffic early not in my opinion worth the money, Priceline $165 + taxes. Suitable for business travellers or overnighters for dinner and theater but otherwise would prefer to stay in Galleria area better value and shopping/food closer to hotel, not a city that appealed to me. I had reception call me a Super Shuttle return back to airport and nightmare to arrange as I was not flying out that night but on early am flight but choose to be closer to airport which was a good move as 25 min ride to airport. « less
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Management response from Jerry Lauersdorf, Guest Relations Manager
Thank you for taking the time to give us feedback about your previous stay. It is great to hear you enjoyed our Priority Club reception, which is held ever Tuesday from 5 - 7 p.m. We appreciate your kind words about our staff. We are within walking distance of shopping at the Houston Pavilions and we are also very close to the Theatre District, Museum District, Minute Maid Park, the Toyota Center, as well as Midtown. Once again we appreciate your feedback and we hope to see you at our hotel again soon! Safe travels!
Warmest regards,
Jerry L
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“Great Location - Great Stay”
May 5, 2013
Dee Cee J, Bakersfield, California | Trip type: Business
I travel to Houston frequently, and when I do, I stay at the Crowne Plaza - Downtown. Its close to everything, the comp shuttle will take you anywhere downtown and...
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I travel to Houston frequently, and when I do, I stay at the Crowne Plaza - Downtown. Its close to everything, the comp shuttle will take you anywhere downtown and the staff is awesome. The building is older, but well kept and the rooms have all the amenities. Ask for the Exec Level floors so you don't have rookie traveler nonsense to cope with. Thanks Rachel & Catherine! « less
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Management response from Jerry Lauersdorf, Guest Relations Manager
Thank you for your kind words! We greatly appreciate your loyalty and your feedback on how we are doing. Our exec rooms are on floors 8 through 12 and they all have tempurpedic mattresses. We are also in the heart of downtown, which makes it very convinient to get the the Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, MidTown, as well as many other attractions. Once again, we greatly appreciate your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again in the near future!
Warmest regards,
Jerry L
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“Never, Never, Never Again”
May 3, 2013
samatpokejos, Austin, Tx. USA | Trip type: Family
Single worst stay we have ever had at any hotel and I grew up in the military. The room was big and the breakfast was ok. Even though it was...
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Single worst stay we have ever had at any hotel and I grew up in the military. The room was big and the breakfast was ok. Even though it was a Living Social getaway, a 250.00 room for 89.00 + taxes, the large crack in the sink in a tiny bathroom, the slamming doors and noise in the halls and 5 or 6 drunks from a wedding party in the next room, we could actually hear the conversation through the wall like we were in the same room was unsettling for a hotel that is 'supposed' to be a high caliber and top quality hotel. The sheets on the bed rustled like paper when you moved. We received an un-requested 630 am, on a Saturday, wake up "knock" not a call but some guy in a CR Blazer knocking on the door at 630 am sank this Titanic. We will not recommend this hotel; we will ever stay here again. I guess the old adage from Holiday Inn is lost forever "No Surprises" that is so very wrong. There was nothing but surprises. « less
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Management response from Jerry Lauersdorf, Guest Relations Manager
We are very sorry to hear about your recent experience with us, however, we do appreciate you taking the time to give us feedback about it. This is not the typical experience and if you would like to, please contact me at JerryL@cpdowntown.com and let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Warmest regards,
Jerry L
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“Does the job and little more”
Apr 29, 2013
SandDragon, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Trip type: Business
Had a night here while passing through Houston on business. Being a frequenter of CPs and ICHs generallty I was after predictable service levels in a handy location. It just...
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Had a night here while passing through Houston on business. Being a frequenter of CPs and ICHs generallty I was after predictable service levels in a handy location. It just about met both criteria but on the low side of each. Room was not so much tired but gasping for breath. At check-in they bigged up the fact it had a jacuzzi but this was in a separate room (a converted closet if I am not mistaken) and added nothing to the room.
Breakfast was barely adequate. As my first stop on a US trip perhaps I did have overly high expectations. And for a country which seems to consume so much coffee, why is always so bad?
It appears this is very a much a conference centre hotel and it felt like it. Average in every way. « less
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Management response from Jerry Lauersdorf, Guest Relations Manager
Thank you for taking the time to share you recent experience with us. Whether it is positive or negative; we always greatly appreciate feedback from our guests. We are sorry to hear that you had an average stay with us. This is not the typical experience. Our goal is for every guest to have an enjoyable stay. The junior suites do have a garden tub in the rooms; however, these aren't the same as a Jacuzzi. We do not have Jacuzzis at this particular property. We hope that the next time you are in Houston you will consider us for a second chance. Please email at JerryL@cpdowntown.com to let me know if there is anything that we can for you. Thank you again for your response on TripAdvisor. Safe travels!
Best regards,
Jerry L
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Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 32-inch flat-screen TVs is offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. Rollaway/extra beds, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
One King Bed, Non-Smoking
One King Bed
Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 32-inch flat-screen TVs is offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. Rollaway/extra beds, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
One King Bed, Non-Smoking, Executive Level
One King Bed
Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the 32-inch flat-screen TVs is offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. Rollaway/extra beds, a desk, and complimentary weekday newspapers are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Deluxe, One King Bed, Non-Smoking
One King Bed
Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the flat-screen TVs is offered for your entertainment. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The deep soaking bathtub is a great place to wind down; the private bathroom also has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. Rollaway/extra beds, a second bathroom, and a desk are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking. Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in.
Deluxe, Two Double Beds, Non-Smoking
Two Double Beds
Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the CD player makes it easy to listen to your own music. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. A desk, complimentary weekday newspapers, and a wake-up call service are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Two Double Beds, Non-Smoking
Two Double Beds
Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the CD player makes it easy to listen to your own music. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. A desk, complimentary weekday newspapers, and a wake-up call service are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Two Double Beds, Non-Smoking, Executive Level
Two Double Beds
Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the CD player makes it easy to listen to your own music. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. A desk, complimentary weekday newspapers, and a wake-up call service are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Two Beds, Non-Smoking, Accessible
Two Beds
Get a good night's sleep with the Tempur-Pedic bed and blackout drapes/curtains. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and the CD player makes it easy to listen to your own music. A coffee/tea maker is provided. The private bathroom has complimentary toiletries, a hair dryer, and a makeup/shaving mirror. A desk, complimentary weekday newspapers, and a wake-up call service are among the conveniences offered. This room is Non-Smoking.
Amenities - Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown
Air conditioning
Airport Shuttle
Alarm clock
ATM
Baby facilities in room
Baggage storage facilities
Breakfast in room
Car rental
Central location
Charge for early check out
Complimentary newspaper
Concierge service
Conference facilities
Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
Credit card accepted: American Express
Credit card accepted: Discover
Credit card accepted: Diners Club
Credit card accepted: JCB
Dinner available
Electronic key card
Elevator
Express Check-Out
Facilities for the disabled
Fax available
Fitness and health center
Games room
Garage
Hairdryer available
Handicap accessible
Internet - wireless
Internet is Complimentary
Ironing facilities
Laundry facilities
Licensed bar
Movies in room
Non-smoking rooms
24 hours opened
Office or business center
Private bathroom in room
Private car parking
Quiet location
Radio in room
Restaurant
Self controlled heating/cooling system
Shop
Shower
Swimming pool - outdoor
Tea and coffee making facilities
Telephone
Telephone in all rooms
Television
TV - Free Cable
Travellers cheques accepted
TV room
Valet Parking
Voicemail
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Airport & Shuttle Information - Crowne Plaza Houston Downtown
Bust International - 25 miles
Hobby - 12 miles
Airport Express available for $30 round-trip from Bush and $26 round-trip from Hobby
Taxis:
Bush - $45.00
Hobby - $25.00,Complimentary hotel shuttle within the downtown area.
Airport Shuttle? Yes! There is an airport shuttle.
Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary hotel shuttle within the downtown area.
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Previously Known As: Crowne Plaza, Crowne Plaza Downtown Houston
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“Good Location, Very Comfortable”
“Great Location - Great Stay”
“Never, Never, Never Again”
One Double Bed, Non-Smoking
One King Bed, Non-Smoking
One King Bed, Non-Smoking, Executive Level
Deluxe, Two Double Beds, Non-Smoking