The USA’s ninth-largest city, Dallas is a burgeoning metropolis, synonymous with Texas’ legendary cowboy culture as much as its food and music. Having captured the public imagination through the classic soap opera of the same name, Dallas is a big, bold city — and a fascinating destination for business travellers, fun-loving groups or couples dreaming of chic city breaks. Accommodation options include everything from romantic mansions to pet friendly pads, luxury hotels with lavish suites and swish skyscrapers in the centre of the city with swimming pools and all the mod-cons, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Many of the best places to stay in Dallas fuse heritage architecture with cool, contemporary interiors, reflecting the vibe of a lively, modern city steeped in history.

Culture aficionados will adore the Dallas Museum of Art and the Perot Museum of Art and Science, whilst those eager to delve into Dallas’ past can look to Pioneer Park, or to Dealey Plaza & the Grassy Knoll, site of the city’s first settlement. Dallas remains linked with the 1963 assassination of President John F Kennedy for so many people — and Sixth Floor Museum, in the Texas School Book Depository, offers the chance to unravel that story.

Take a moment of reflection in Thanks-Giving Square, tour the beautiful 66-acre Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens on the shores of White Rock Lake, or take the little ones to Klyde Warren Park if you’d like to enjoy some time outdoors. Dallas’ many varied neighbourhoods are also well worth exploring on foot. Head to Deep Ellum for music, craft beers and Latin American food, or join the hipsters in the Bishop Arts District and Lower Greenville. You’ll find top-notch bars and eateries within easy reach of the best places to stay in Dallas, too.

The Best Places to Stay in Dallas

For Contemporary Cool

• Las Colinas is a swish spot, complete with an open-plan restaurant, bar and lounge — perfect for unwinding and socialising. Gather on the pool terrace, take a dip or retreat to chic, minimalist rooms with polished concrete floors and industrial touches. Hip and affordable.
• Canvas Hotel offers high ceilings, brick walls and polished concrete floors in rooms bedecked with retro furniture and a dusky pink palette. The city-facing inifinity pool, rooftop bar and designer restaurant attract a young, trendy crowd. There are funky meeting spots, too. Very cool.
• HALL Arts Hotel is both a modern art museum and an indulgent hotel. Expansive, light-filled spaces are home to enormous installations, whilst all-white, high-tech rooms allow the art to do all the talking. There are huge tubs in the bathrooms, a glamorous rooftop pool and a glittering restaurant. Sleek and artsy.
• The Joule offers lavish rooms with contemporary interiors and Art Deco touches within an imposing neo-gothic building. With cutting-edge design, this is a seriously cool spot for fans of bold interiors, as well as foodies eager to treat themselves to The Midnight Rambler's acclaimed fare.

For Groups

• Hotel ZaZa is perfect for flamboyant group trips, with 167 opulent rooms in Uptown Dallas and a fun-loving vibe. Hang out by the pool, have a Za-spa day or drink and dine at the cool restaurant and bar. Brilliant for birthdays or hen/stag celebrations.
• Virgin Hotels Dallas also appeals to a young, hip clientele, with bright modern rooms promising superb city views, a buzzy rooftop pool and an atmospheric bar. Stylish and fun-loving, in the heart of Dallas. Great for groups as well as couples or independent travellers.
• The Guild Victory Park offers a collection of self-catering apartments in a luxurious tower block. You'll have your own kitchen, living room and blacony, as well as access to a pool, café, sun terrace, fitness centre and work spaces. Multi-room suites are ideal for groups or families.

For Romance

• The Pittman Hotel is ideal for well-heeled couples looking to kick back in style. Minimalist, mid-century modern rooms are housed in a Beaux Arts building, with an open-plan lounge, a library, chic restaurant and welcoming swimming pool. Book the 'Pampered at The Pittman' package for cocktails, sweet treats and a bathtub playlist, perfect for unwinding together. An indulgent couples' favourite.
• Rosewood Mansion at Turtle Creek is a European-inspired mansion, transformed into an elegant hotel with restored marble floors, ornate fireplaces and stained glass windows. Opluent and romantic, this 1921-built property also has a courtyard pool, spa treatments and a fusion French-American restaurant.
• The Adolphus has a striking spa, chic bars and an inviting rooftop pool. Expect sleek design, a happening feel in shared spaces and a grown-up, romantic atmosphere. The building's impressive heritage adds to its charm for couples.

For Five Star Luxury

• The Ritz Carlton Dallas is a grand Uptown hotel complete with sophisticated rooms and suites featuring marble bathrooms and big city-view windows. With an ESPA spa, rooftop pool and delectable dining options, this feels like a swish, city resort. Five star style.
• Four Seasons Dallas at Las Colinas is an indulgent urban resort just 20 minutes from downtown Dallas. Choose from a selection of superb rooms and villas, before enjoying everything from tennis on temperature-controlled indoor courts, golf, yoga and a beautiful spa. A fabulous experience for couples as well as families.
• Hotel Crescent Court resembles a French palace, with a grand, multi-tiered courtyard at its heart. Chic, minimalist rooms feature gold touches and marble bathrooms, whilst dining venues range from Starbucks to Nobu. The destination spa is a particular highlight, as is the hotel's art collection and the heated swimming pool. Exquisite.
• Le Meridien Dallas, The Stoneleigh is an Art Deco-era hotel, painstakingly transformed into a luxurious modern city base with a fresh blue and grey colour scheme in spacious rooms. Revel in 1920s glamour in the restaurant, sip cracking cocktails at the bar, and enjoy the swimming pool, gym and rooftop terrace. The Penthouse Suite is fabulous.

For Great Value

• Warwick Melrose Dallas has been in operation since 1924. Rooms boast Italian linens, dark wood furnishings and plenty of old-fashioned charm. Channel the roaring '20s at the smart bar and restaurant. A Dallas classic for couples or business travellers. Very well-priced considering the location and the size of the rooms.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY COTTAGE

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Fly to Dallas Fort Worth Airport or to Dallas Love Field and travel into the city centre by bus or taxi.
• Texas is ideal for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Expect hot summers, with temperatures averaging at around 33°C between June and August. For slightly cooler weather, come in the spring (March - May) or autumn (October - November), though Dallas generally stays warm. Avoid the summer if you're keen to skip the crowds.

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