What could be better than a “home away from home”? Hotels are becoming iconic for paving the way of lifestyle and design. Whether you are staying over on a business trip, weekend getaway or simply a “local” opting for a cocktail or dinner, hotel visits are now a home away from home (what I like to call a luxury retreat)! In Dallas, you can find some of the “hippest”, “chicest” and “most fashionable” hotels that offer a wide range of trend setting design.

W Hotel
Greeted by the huge “W” at the entrance, this posh Dallas hotel is more than welcoming. Located in Dallas’s Victory Park, The W uses contemporary materials that transform day to night. Architectural use of natural light creates a stir amongst the hotel lobby and social gathering spaces during the day. As evening falls, a glowing essence dazzles the hotel enthusiast and the atmosphere evolves to a posh nightlife experience. Famously known for its Ghost Bar (a Dallas partygoers favorite), this VIP bar offers the best views of the Dallas skyline.

The Joule
A restored 1920’s structure, converted by contemporary design; The Joule is a luxury hotel of grandeur scale, nestled in the heart of downtown Dallas. With a touch of New York elegance (and price) this hotel offers you everything at your fingertips. You can enjoy world class dining at the Charlie Palmer, inventive décor of the guest suites, the open air of the roof top pool (and bar), and most of all, the impeccable customer service. This accommodating service provides a personal shopper to the nearby Neiman Marcus! You will leave this boutique hotel with a revelation to architecture, design and social encounters.

Hotel ZaZa
A stylish hotel located in the Business, Arts and Entertainment district of Uptown Dallas; the ZaZa is home to out of town celebrities like Jessica Simpson, Michael Jordan and Lance Armstrong. Upon entering the hotel you are welcomed by an extravagantly lush interior, then, swept away into a themed guest suite of contemporary decor mixed with Asian and Middle Eastern influences. The Dragonfly, an upscale restaurant offers fine dining consumed by both guest and locals. This lavish hotel experience is truly “za-za-zoom”!

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