The 1,001-room Omni Dallas Hotel provides four-pearl, on-site convenience for business travelers, couples, and families. Contemporary rooms and suites offer panoramic city views, TVs hidden in mirrors, and mini-fridges. There's a bridge to the Dallas Convention Center, 24-hour room service, casual cocktails and a plethora of restaurants, along with an outdoor pool and hot tub, a 24-hour gym, stylish spa, 39 meeting rooms, and a business center. In-room Wi-Fi and parking, though, come with fees for non-Omni members. Travelers might want to also consider The Grand Hyatt DFW, at the airport, which includes free valet parking.

One of Dallas' grand dames, the 407-room Adolphus features a large, elegant lobby and one of the city's finest restaurants, The French Room. Some find the opulent decor (crystal chandeliers, velvet furniture, dark wood paneling, heavy drapes) to be a bit stuffy, but the rooms are large and bright (if somewhat plain at times). The Adolphus was opened in 1912, and its convenient downtown location has made it a popular hotel choice throughout the years. Many celebrities have stayed there, too, including Queen Elizabeth and Donald Trump.

The 170-room, upper-middle-range Hotel Indigo occupies a historic building with a classy city feel, and offers easy access to downtown Dallas’ businesses, museums, and restaurants. Business travelers appreciate the free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, and business center, while good food at the restaurant and a small fitness center appeal to all guests. The elegant and comfortable rooms have modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, Aveda toiletries, and coffeemakers, but like bathrooms, some are tight on space. The affordable price in such a desirable location is a draw, but it's worth comparing rates with the charming and stylish Magnolia Hotel nearby.

The Aloft Downtown Dallas is located in a historic building, and has a trendy, loft-inspired feel, with sleek, colorful rooms featuring large flat-screen TVs, exposed brick accents, and concrete ceilings. Rooms are on the smaller side (typical for a historic building) and the attempts to make the best use of space can be a bit odd -- in some rooms, the mini-fridge is located under the bathroom sink. Nonetheless, the hotel has become popular due to its outdoor pool, large industrial-chic lobby complete with a 24-hour snack bar, and overall value.