Craving a little getaway but your passport is expired? These nearby destinations are just the ticket.
The lobby of Hotel Drover in Fort Worth provides reading materials on the culturally unique city.
1. Hotel Drover
Nestled along Marine Creek in the Fort Worth Stockyards and anchored to the award-winning Mule Valley, Hotel Drover celebrates rich Texas lore with inviting design, unique experiences and authentic cuisine. Guests can enjoy a universally glam stay rooted in a rustic-luxe aesthetic featuring spa suites, oversize bronze soaking tubs, expansive terraces and well-equipped rooms boasting artisan lavender products, a curated minibar, custom boot jacks and King Ranch leather goods. 200 Mule Alley, Fort Worth, hoteldrover.com
2. Inn on the Alameda
Located in the heart of Santa Fe sits the Inn on the Alameda. Guests can bask in the rich culture and awe-inspiring art that lends itself to the quintessential charm of New Mexico. The pet-friendly hotel prides itself on its dedication to sustainability—adhering to the city’s water conversation policies. With traditional rooms, Santa Fe suites and deluxe offerings, guests can customize their perfect experience. 303 East Alameda St., Santa Fe, innonthealameda.com
Joe’s Tequila Bar is a must when visiting the Inn on the Alameda.
3. The Joule
This season ushers in myriad offerings at The Joule hotel in downtown Dallas. Soak in the summer rays while basking in the 8-foot cantilevered rooftop pool or unwind at the hotel’s underground spa, dedicated to its guests’ wellness and individual needs. Reinvigorate your senses and treat yourself to customizable body rituals, massages and facials. Another thing to note is that the hotel’s beloved Italian restaurant, Sassetta, has introduced a new lunch and apertivo service so you can have a ‘belle’ of a good time. 1530 Main St., thejouledallas.com
4. Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West
Heading to a show at the Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall, watching a practice round at The Star or looking for a fun family adventure to the Crayola Experience? Why not make it a weekend getaway as you book your stay at the Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel? Sit back and relax as you enjoy the sumptuous assortment of amenities the hotel has to offer. From lauded restaurants, including Asian-Fusion hot spot ŌMA and Whiskey Moon, to relaxing moments by the pool, there is a little something for all to enjoy. 6007 Legacy Dr., Plano, marriott.com
Santa Fe beckons with architectural splendor, authentic fare and incredible art.
5. Austin Proper Hotel
A culmination of creativity, uniqueness and history made Texas’ buzzing state capital the ideal location for Los Angeles-based Proper Hospitality’s first hotel outside California. After landing arguably the city’s best location (steps from downtown’s 2nd St. District and situated on the edge of Lady Bird Lake), Austin Proper Hotel & Residences sits pretty at 32 stories high. 600 W. 2nd St., Austin, properhotel.com
Photography by: COURTESY OF BRANDS
