Stay and Play in Houston

Accommodations

This cosmopolitan oasis is located in the heart of downtown Houston. The hotel’s Parkview Terrace is home to the oneof-a-kind Texas-shaped rooftop lazy river, a rooftop infinity pool, and a large-scale special events pavilion overlooking Discovery Green Park. The hotel features 1,000 guest rooms, a full-service spa and fitness center, and six food & beverage outlets.

• Game Day: Catching an Astros game at Marriott Marquis Houston includes live music during weekend games in the hotel’s lobby. At the hotel’s elevated sports bar, Biggio’s, Astros fans can sample food and drink specials while cheering on the team from one the luxe leather recliners, or in a semi-private booth. Biggio’s baseball caps are given to a limited number of guests on game day.

• Moon Landing: All eyes will be on Houston this July as the city observes the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. To celebrate, Marriott Marquis Houston’s “Mission to the Moon” hotel package includes overnight accommodations, hotel credit, and the new “Moon Melt Massage” spa treatment, incorporating warm Himalayan salt stones, hot Basalt River Stones, and foot scrub. Packages start at $454.

Food + Drink

Located on the sixth-floor Parkview Terrace, High Dive serves handcrafted cocktails and specialties in a resort-like atmosphere. Gear up for the day’s adventures, mingle at our rooftop pool bar or relax over dinner and drinks with a panoramic view of downtown Houston and Discovery Green.

Visit Marriott Marquis Houston online, or call 713.654.1777.

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Rooms

Crafted for those who crave unique luxury and Southern comfort, our Executive Suites offer separate living and sleeping spaces.

The generous two-room suites each boast an individual charm, highlighted by the natural light that filters throughout the rooms. Well-appointed amenities offer the high-end traveler a lovely retreat in which to pamper themselves.

Constructed for the original Texas tycoon, the masculine décor of the Capitol Suite embodies the “everything is bigger in Texas” attitude with an Oil Baron ambiance.

Plush accommodations, an in-suite

office, and poolside views allow the high profile business traveler to escape the boardroom and do business on the Bayou. Cozy oversized chairs invite world travelers to sit by the fire and tell stories of business conquests, personal journeys, and more with a cocktail in hand.

The Spa

A Houston favorite the Trellis is a full-service spa, featuring massages, facials, body treatments, hand and foot treatments, waxing, hair services, and professional make-up services.

Summer Package

Slide down a 30-foot pool slide and play in geysers, a Little Lagoon, and our club’s kid’s gym, Bungalow, and playground.

Enjoy popcorn, candy and a movie, then explore the outdoors on our Nature Hikes for families*. Each child receives a “Houstonian Buddy” stuffed animal!

The best available rate for deluxe accommodations, Thursday – Sunday

Arrival gift of popcorn, candy and a “Houstonian Buddy” stuffed toy for each child

One complimentary in-room movie per stay

Complimentary Saturday morning Nature Hike at The Houstonian (*August only) Complimentary self-parking Late check-out on Sunday evening Complimentary access to the exclusive Houstonian Club and resort pools

Add Saturday Nature Hike breakfast with nature craft for only $16+ for adults and $9+ for children. Reserve by calling 713-685-6713.

Add more to your weekend! See the wonders of space, amazing animals, fascinating science, world-class art and more with Houston CityPASS tickets: https:// www.citypass.com/houston

For more go to houstonian.com.

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Sara’s Inn on The Boulevard

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The Hotel

For over 30 years, Sara’s Inn has been an excellent place for guests from all over the world looking for something a little different. Perfect for the romantic couple looking for that weekend get-a-away unforgettable stay. Only 4 miles from downtown, Sara’s Inn is close to and less than a mile from many of the local Texas-acclaimed restaurants. Ranked #1 on Trip Advisor, the 100+-year-old Inn has the charming character of a historic home combined with the elegance and luxury of a boutique hotel.

The Rooms

Most offer the same amenities as a hotel, such as flat-screen TV, cable, minifridge, robe, hairdryer. Several bonuses to staying here versus a hotel downtown is free on-site parking, free wireless internet, and a breakfast with many made-toorder and gluten-free options. We also have a one-of-kind machine that makes coffee, cappuccinos, lattes, and hot chocolate with an easy-to-use touch screen.

There are 15 beautifully decorated rooms with our choice of rooms being the Rooftop Suite. If a queen bed suits you, this will allow you the only access to the Rooftop balcony. Getting cozy is worth it.

For a more extensive, more modern suite go for the Luxury Suite which has a 50-inch flat screen.

The Food

Breakfast is served from 7:00–9:00 am during the weekdays and from 8:00– 9:30 am during the weekend.

The famous breakfast includes all of the following:

Made-to-order eggs, waffles, pancakes, steel cut oatmeal, and Canadian bacon

Celebrating Our 20th Anniversary

Variety of fresh fruit Homemade muffins Grits, turkey and pork sausage Variety of cereals, yogurts, and bread Coffee, milk, and juice Individual items such as quiche, potato casserole and breakfast tacos (weekends only)

A guest can join you for breakfast; there is an additional charge of $20 per person, and advance notice to the innkeeper is required.

Rates

199 weekends and 179 weeknights during summer- based on the availability of course.

For more saras.com.

55+ All Inclusive Independent Living, Assisted Living, Respite and Memory Enhancement

We are a lease, NOT a buy-in!

Celebrating 20 Years of Service in Houston

This year marks the 20th anniversary of providing excellent service in Assisted Living and Memory Care. With more than 60 years of Senior Living industry experience, The Abbey has been the benchmark for care and service to those age 55+.

Call us today to schedule a personal tour of our beautiful, newly renovated community. From the moment you enter, you’ll understand why our residents are proud to call The Abbey home.

Family owned and operated, The Abbey offers all-inclusive Independent Living. Assisted Living and Memory Enhancement, all on the same campus. Come see for yourself how we’ve changed.

2865 Westminster Plaza Drive Houston, Texas 77082 (Across from W. Houston Medical Ctr.) www.abbeywp.com

Phone: 281.556.6020 Cell: 713.449.6940

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