THE WHITEHALL HOUSTON - Houston TX 1700 Smith St 77002

Reviews

"The staff was perfect awesome"

The staff was extremely helpful, the facility was spotless and the access was easy. What else can you ask for???.

Danny P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 26 to Sun Sep 27 2026 at a $164.99 average nightly rate.

"Everything was excellent."

Will come back.

Michael V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Mon May 04 to Wed May 06 2026 at a $136.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

A stay at The Whitehall Houston places you in the heart of Houston, within a 5-minute drive of Downtown Aquarium and Toyota Center. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Daikin Park and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from George R. Brown Convention Center.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 259 guestrooms. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Fourth Ward - 0.3 mi
Sam Houston Park - 0.4 mi
Houston City Hall - 0.5 mi
Tranquility Park - 0.6 mi
Theater Under the Stars - 0.6 mi
Hobby Center for Performing Arts - 0.6 mi
Midtown - 0.6 mi
Houston JPMorgan Chase Tower - 0.7 mi
Toyota Center - Houston Rockets - 0.7 mi
Verizon Wireless Theatre - 0.7 mi
Alley Theater - 0.7 mi
Sesquicentennial Park - 0.7 mi
Bayou Place - 0.7 mi
Nouveau Antique Art Bar - 0.8 mi
Wortham Center - 0.8 mi
Houston Grand Opera - 0.8 mi
Discovery Green - 0.8 mi
Christ Church Cathedral - 0.8 mi
Downtown Aquarium - 0.8 mi
Houston Convention Center - 0.9 mi
Downtown Houston - 0.9 mi
George R. Brown Convention Center - 0.9 mi
Downtown - 0.9 mi
Houston Amtrak Station - 0.9 mi
University of Houston - 1.1 mi
Sixth Ward - 1.2 mi
Montrose - 1.4 mi
Museum of Printery - 1.4 mi
Diverse Works - 1.5 mi
Greater Mount Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church - 1.6 mi
Rothko Chapel - 1.8 mi
Byzantine Chapel Fresco Museum - 1.8 mi
Menil Collection - 1.8 mi
ArtCar Museum - 1.9 mi
Third Ward - 2.0 mi
Houston Holocaust Museum - 2.1 mi
Fitzgerald's - 2.1 mi
Houston Contemporary Arts Museum - 2.1 mi
Houston Museum of Fine Arts - 2.2 mi
Houston Children's Museum - 2.2 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms.

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle that operates within 1.0 miles.

The Whitehall Houston 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 the following: Guest Room Amenities: 7 layers of comfort with a plush white duvet and velvety white linens, TempleSpa aromatherapy kit Blackout shades Hardwood Floors Guaranteed wake-up call Room Safe Mini Refrigerator In- room Technology: Duel phone lines with voice messaging system Flat screen HDTV 200+ satellite stations Workstation with complimentary Wi-Fi internet & in room safe. Kurieg Coffee/Tea station & Mini refrigerators, Ice/ vending machines on every floor, and Full length and & lit vanity grooming mirror. Complimentary high speed wireless internet, Complimentary guest shuttle downtown areas, Complimentary 24 hr. Business Center, Complimentary 24 hr. Fitness Center and outdoor pool, and a Wellness station with running/jogging routes. Breakfast available (surcharge, Mon-Fri 06:00-11:00, Sat-Sun 07:00-13:00, on site, a la carte, Edgar's Hermano) Close to every major downtown attraction, such as the Bayou Place Music Center, Theatre District, Midtown Main, House of Blues, Discovery Green, Museum District, Daikin Park, Toyota Center and the George R. Brown Convention Center- all are within walking distance. Individual guests can take advantage of the hotel's complimentary shuttle service within downtown areas of Houston. Green Link shuttle bus, MetroRail and $6 taxi rides will get you anywhere you need.

Local Attractions

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! The Whitehall Houston is centrally located in the newly revitalized Downtown area. • George R. Brown Convention Center – less than 1 mile • Daikin Park – less than 1 mile • Toyota Center – 6 Blocks • Theatre District – 5 Blocks • Washington Avenue – Houston's newest hot spot, an eclectic hub of bars, restaurants and nightlife for Houston's trend-setters – 10 minutes away via a short taxi ride • Bayou Place Entertainment Complex – 5 Blocks • Metro LightRail – offering direct access to the Museum District, Main Street Night Life, Texas Medical Center, Reliant Stadium and Reliant Park – 4 Blocks • Numerous Restaurants and Night Life – please ask your Sales or Catering Manager for a complete listing • Hermann Park and Houston Zoo – accessible via Metro Ligh

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2016

Floors: 12

Rooms: 259

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 259

Handicap Rooms: 10

Suites: 19

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 23

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 1.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Ownership: Sotherly Hotels

Nightly Parking: 50.0

Total Taxes: 17.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Individual - 24 hours

Check-In Instructions:

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour fitness facilities
24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
Assistive listening devices available
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Braille or raised signage
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Business center
Check In: 3:00 PM - midnight
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Computer station
Concierge services
Conference center
Conference space
Designated smoking areas
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator
Express check-in
Express check-out
Fitness facilities
Food and water bowls
Free WiFi
Free area shuttle
Free wired internet
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 1
Meeting rooms
Multilingual staff
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Only dogs are allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 23
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 50
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Pool sun loungers
Porter/bellhop
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Terrace
Tours/ticket assistance
Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
Valet parking (surcharge)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Airport & Shuttle Info

Bush International IAH- 25 miles Hobby HOU- 12 miles Airport Express Super Shuttle is available for $30 from Bush IAH and $26 from Hobby HOU Taxi: Bush IAH- $60.00 Hobby- $25.00. Complimentary hotel shuttle within the downtown area.

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary hotel shuttle within the downtown/midtown area.

Breakfast Information

Breakfast available (surcharge, Mon-Fri 06:00-11:00, Sat-Sun 07:00-13:00, on site, a la carte, Edgar's Hermano)

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Pets allowed (USD $50 per room per stay, dogs only) Pets max weight (up to 50 Ibs) Max pets allowed (1) Service animals allowed (complimentary)

Maximum number of pets per room 1

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 50

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 23

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Parking Info

Valet parking (USD 59 + taxes per night, on site) Private parking (USD 59 + taxes per day, on site, reservation not required)

Internet / WiFi

Complimentary WIFI in sleeping rooms, meeting space, and public areas.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
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.
Contactless check-out is available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-out is available

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast The Breakfast Klub - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this popular spot known for its soul food, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Ninfa's on Navigation - Indulge in authentic Tex-Mex cuisine for lunch at this iconic Houston restaurant, located 2.3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Enjoy a delicious steak dinner at this renowned steakhouse located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science - Explore fascinating exhibits and learn about natural history, located 1.8 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Common Bond Cafe & Bakery - Enjoy freshly baked pastries and artisanal coffee for breakfast at this charming cafe, located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Original Ninfa's - Savor mouthwatering fajitas and Mexican dishes for lunch at this legendary Houston institution, located 2.1 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Uchi - Experience innovative Japanese cuisine at this upscale sushi restaurant, located 2.7 miles from the hotel.

Activity Explore the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston - Discover a vast collection of art spanning various periods and styles, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast The Dunlavy - Enjoy a scenic breakfast overlooking Buffalo Bayou Park at this picturesque cafe, located 1.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Gatlins BBQ - Indulge in mouthwatering Texas-style barbecue for lunch at this beloved local joint, located 3.4 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Underbelly - Delight in a unique dining experience featuring locally sourced ingredients and global flavors, located 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Activity Visit the Space Center Houston - Explore the wonders of space and learn about NASA's space missions, located 25.6 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about The Whitehall Houston

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Whitehall Houston have?

There are 259 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Whitehall Houston?

Yes, they have 23 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Whitehall Houston?

Breakfast available (surcharge, Mon-Fri 06:00-11:00, Sat-Sun 07:00-13:00, on site, a la carte, Edgar's Hermano)

What parking is available at The Whitehall Houston?

Valet parking (USD 59 + taxes per night, on site) Private parking (USD 59 + taxes per day, on site, reservation not required)

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary WIFI in sleeping rooms, meeting space, and public areas.

Is there a gym at The Whitehall Houston?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Whitehall Houston?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor Pool is located on the second floor, open 7am - 10pm. Can accommodate up to 125 people and is adjacent to our 24 hr. fitness center.

Is The Whitehall Houston pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Is there shuttle service at The Whitehall Houston?

Bush International IAH- 25 miles Hobby HOU- 12 miles Airport Express Super Shuttle is available for $30 from Bush IAH and $26 from Hobby HOU Taxi: Bush IAH- $60.00 Hobby- $25.00. Complimentary hotel shuttle within the downtown area.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Whitehall Houston

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Whitehall Houston.

Feel free to use the The Whitehall Houston meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Houston event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Banquet

350/350

Crescent

284

Classroom

300

Hollow Square

100

U-Shape

80

Boardroom

100

Convention

30/24

Theater

550

Reception

500

Regist. Desk

487

Room Details

The Bluebonnet Ballroom can be used for meeting and social events.

Room Type:Ballroom

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:6

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

130/130

Crescent

107

Classroom

70

Hollow Square

60

U-Shape

55

Boardroom

60

Convention

20/16

Theater

200

Reception

180

Regist. Desk

184

Room Details

Can be divided into 3 sections.

Room Type:Ballroom

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:6

Windows:4

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

80/80

Crescent

59

Classroom

50

Hollow Square

40

U-Shape

30

Boardroom

40

Convention

6/5

Theater

110

Reception

100

Regist. Desk

102

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:3

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

62/62

Crescent

43

Classroom

31

Hollow Square

18

U-Shape

21

Boardroom

18

Convention

5/4

Theater

82

Reception

74

Regist. Desk

74

Room Details

Flat Screen TV in Room and mainly used a hospitality suite

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:3

Windows:1

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

30/30

Crescent

28

Classroom

20

Hollow Square

20

U-Shape

15

Boardroom

20

Convention

6/3

Theater

40

Reception

35

Regist. Desk

2

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:2

Windows:2

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

30/30

Crescent

18

Classroom

20

Hollow Square

20

U-Shape

15

Boardroom

20

Convention

6/3

Theater

40

Reception

25

Regist. Desk

2

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:2

Windows:2

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

30/30

Crescent

27

Classroom

20

Hollow Square

20

U-Shape

15

Boardroom

20

Convention

6/3

Theater

50

Reception

40

Regist. Desk

2

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:2

Windows:1

Natural Light?:Yes

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

30/30

Crescent

34

Classroom

20

Hollow Square

20

U-Shape

15

Boardroom

20

Convention

5/3

Theater

50

Reception

58

Regist. Desk

2

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:2

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

40/40

Crescent

33

Classroom

20

Hollow Square

20

U-Shape

15

Boardroom

20

Convention

4/3

Theater

40

Reception

35

Regist. Desk

2

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Power Outlets:2

Windows:1

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Banquet

30/30

Classroom

15

Hollow Square

20

U-Shape

15

Boardroom

20

Convention

5/3

Theater

35

Reception

25

Regist. Desk

2

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Floor Level:1

Power Outlets:2

Windows:1

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

120

Hollow Square

55

U-Shape

50

Boardroom

55

Theater

200

Reception

200

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

75

Hollow Square

45

U-Shape

40

Boardroom

45

Theater

140

Reception

45

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

25

Hollow Square

20

U-Shape

15

Boardroom

20

Theater

50

Reception

40

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

30

Hollow Square

30

U-Shape

25

Boardroom

30

Theater

60

Reception

50

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

160

Hollow Square

60

U-Shape

55

Boardroom

60

Theater

300

Reception

250

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

50

Hollow Square

40

U-Shape

30

Boardroom

40

Theater

110

Reception

40

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

30

Hollow Square

25

U-Shape

20

Boardroom

25

Theater

60

Reception

25

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

45

Hollow Square

35

U-Shape

30

Boardroom

35

Theater

100

Reception

35

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Classroom

65

Hollow Square

40

U-Shape

35

Boardroom

40

Theater

130

Reception

120

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Boardroom

12

Reception

12

Room Details

Room Type:General Meeting Room

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Boardroom

12

Room Details

Flat screen TV in room.

Room Type:Boardroom

Floor Level:1

Power Outlets:4

Natural Light?:No

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?Yes

Reception

100

Room Details

Room Type:Lobby

Floor Level:1

Power Outlets:4

Windows:4

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?No

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

Reception

120

Room Details

Room Type:Pool Deck

Floor Level:2

Power Outlets:5

Natural Light?:Yes

Obstructions?Yes

Built In Screens?No

Built In Stage?No

Built In A/V?No

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