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Named one of the Top 100 New Hotels in the World by Conde Nast Traveler, Hotel ICON is a luxurious downtown Houston hotel located at the heart of the city?s legal and business districts. Designed by renowned San Francisco design firm Candra Scott and Anderson, this 35 million historic reinvention of the landmark Union National Bank building, built in 1911, features 12 stories of custom-designed period furnishings, opulent décor and original artwork.A top destination for discerning business and leisure travelers, Hotel ICON offers the finest amenities and personalized service. Enjoy the pinnacle of Houston fine dining at BANK, an award-winning restaurant, or socialize in Houston?s most seductive lounge, the ICON Bar. Pamper yourself with relaxing massages, wraps and other indulgences at BALANCE Day Spa, or burn off stress anytime, day or night, at Hotel ICON?s extensive Executive Fitness Facility. Hold a memorable and finely polished event, wedding or meeting in Hotel ICON?s 5,000 square feet of elegant Houston event space. Whether you?re coming to Houston for business or pleasure, Hotel ICON?s central location, outstanding amenities, spectacular accommodations and dedication to upholding the highest standards of excellence in service and quality will encourage you to stay as long as you wish - and come back again and again.
Location:
Hotel ICON is located in the heart of downtown Houston, 20 miles from Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 13 miles from Hobby Airport (HOU), and along the new 7.5-mile METROrail light rail line serving the Museum District, Rice University, Hermann Park, the Texas Medical Center and Reliant Center convention facility and sports complex.
Restaurant:
Dining Facilities: Featuring New American cuisine with Asian and French influences, BANK offers Houston fine dining and outstanding service in a distinctive setting. Located in what had been the lobby of Hotel ICON's landmark 1911 bank building, this signature restaurant is showcased by rows of 30-foot columns, detailed ironwork, an intricate ceiling, rich red colors, plush fabrics and original European artwork. Expertly prepared meals include everything from Ribbons of Tuna with avocado, spicy radish and ginger marinade and Steamed Shrimp Salad with avocado, mushroom and tomato-champagne vinaigrette to Maine lobster with Thai herbs, grilled NY Strip Steak with gingered mushrooms and soy caramel sauce, and Seven Spiced Rack of Lamb with cucumber mint relish. Each innovative, fresh, fragrant and appetizing dish is served in hearty portions to ensure your complete satisfaction. BANK also features a full-service bar with an Art Deco motif and an extensive wine list. BANK has received numerous awards and accolades since its opening in January 2004, including: 2005 City's Best Most Romantic Restaurant; AOL Digital City 2004; Where to Eat Now/Splurge-Worthy Restaurants; Bon Appetit Top 10 New Restaurants of 2004; MSN 2004 Critic's Choice in Houston; New York Post 2004 What's Hot in Houston; Nation's Restaurant News 2004 Best New American Restaurant; Travel and Leisure 2004 Executive Dining Survey, Number 1 Best Decor/Atmosphere; Houston Business Journal 2004 Executive Dining Survey, Number 2 Best Business Lunch; Houston Business Journal 2004 Houston Culinary Awards, Best New Hotel Restaurant - My Table Wine Vault Presenting a distinguished setting for private dining, the Wine Vault serves New American cuisine from BANK restaurant. Giving this intimate space old-world charm are its antique bronze doors, salvaged from a wine cellar in the south of France, inlaid-brick barrel-vaulted ceiling, and handcrafted wine cabinets, displaying thousands of bottles of fine vintages. Two picture windows shared with the kitchen offer diners the opportunity to watch the BANK culinary team at work. The flip of a switch turns these windows from clear to opaque for a more private expe
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