Magnolia Dallas Downtown

Dating to 1922, this 29-story Beaux Arts-style hotel with a rooftop neon Pegasus is 2 blocks from DART light rail, a 9-minute walk from the Dallas Convention Center and an 11-minute walk from the Dallas World Aquarium.

Sleek rooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus desks, minifridges, and tea and coffee making facilities. All come with soaking tubs, while suites add kitchens and separate living rooms. Extended-stay suites are also available. Room service is available.

Freebies include a breakfast buffet, plus evening drinks and cookies. There are a refined bar/restaurant, a 24-hour fitness room and 8,000 sq ft of meeting space.