Studio Suite, Corner

As the name suggests, this suite sits on a corner of the tower and opens onto corner views over Buffalo Bayou Park. Thompson Houston occupies a 36-story glass and exposed-steel tower at 1717 Allen Parkway, right beside the 160-acre park, so the green space is the backdrop to your stay.

The suite is arranged around 1 King Bed with a pillowtop mattress, premium bed sheets and hypo-allergenic bedding. In total the suite is set up for up to 3 guests, within 750 sq. ft. of space.

The private bathroom has a deep soaking bathtub and a separate shower with a hydromassage showerhead. Bathrobes, slippers, towels, shampoo, soap and designer toiletries are provided, along with a hair dryer. A toothbrush and toothpaste are available on request.

The suite has a minibar and a wet bar, an espresso maker, complimentary bottled water and champagne service. Room service runs 24 hours, with meal delivery to the suite, and a 55-inch smart TV with cable channels and an MP3 dock keep you entertained while you dine in.

Yes. Thompson Houston has a heated rooftop infinity pool lined by cabanas, open year-round from 7am to 10pm, weather permitting. Cabana rental carries a surcharge, and outside food and drink may not be brought to the pool area. Sol 7, the rooftop restaurant and bar, sits alongside it.

Thompson Spa occupies the 6th floor, with six treatment suites, saunas, relaxation areas and a salon. Signature treatments include the Gold Aurum Radiance Infusion Facial and the Texas Starry Night Massage, and there is a couples suite. Spa guests get access to the rooftop pool before or after their visit. The fitness center is open 24/7, and hotel guests also have access to the adjacent 34,000-sq-ft EoS Fitness.

There are several options on property: Sol 7 for global and contemporary American cooking on the rooftop, Chardon for French bistro cuisine, Toca Madera for modern Mexican steakhouse dining, and Maven Coffee Co. for your morning coffee. Reservations for Sol 7 and Chardon can be made through OpenTable, and Toca Madera recommends booking ahead.

Parking is valet-only at $60 for overnight stays ($70 for oversize vehicles), and electric vehicle charging is available via valet. The hotel does not run its own airport shuttle but can help arrange transport through Houston Corporate Transportation. Hobby (HOU) is about 12 miles away and George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) about 22.5 miles. A complimentary house car serves roughly a 3-mile radius, subject to availability and reservation.

Buffalo Bayou Park is at the front door, and the hotel offers complimentary Bluejay electric bikes for the trails. Eleanor Tinsley Park is about 1,100 ft away, and the Theater District is about 1.4 km. River Oaks is roughly 0.75 miles east. Houston is very car-dependent, so plan on rideshare or valet for farther sights such as the Museum of Fine Arts, about 4 km away.

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. A photo ID and credit card are required at check-in, and the guest checking in must be at least 21. The hotel is cash-free, accepting cards and contactless payments, though cash tips are welcome. A destination fee of $40.95 per accommodation, per night applies.