The ES (although horrible on the outside) is one of the best ES I've ever stayed in--quite, quite nice (or at least it was a couple years ago). The Aloft has the opposite problem--pretty on the outside, ugly on the inside. Signage is atrocious in a building with confusing hallways as has been noted. Rooftop patio has a lot of potential but I can't imagine it ever being close to full--it's just way too big for a hotel that size, which actually makes the space look depressing. Even on a 100% occupancy night I think it'll still look depressingly empty.
As far as downtown hotels go, I just want someone to convince the Icon to replace its awnings. And I've wanted that for 5 years. Such a nice place.
Stowers Building To Become An Aloft Hotel At 820 Fannin St.
in Downtown
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The ES (although horrible on the outside) is one of the best ES I've ever stayed in--quite, quite nice (or at least it was a couple years ago). The Aloft has the opposite problem--pretty on the outside, ugly on the inside. Signage is atrocious in a building with confusing hallways as has been noted. Rooftop patio has a lot of potential but I can't imagine it ever being close to full--it's just way too big for a hotel that size, which actually makes the space look depressing. Even on a 100% occupancy night I think it'll still look depressingly empty.
As far as downtown hotels go, I just want someone to convince the Icon to replace its awnings. And I've wanted that for 5 years. Such a nice place.