Hotel ZaZa Houston Memorial City
Houston, Texas
Memorial City
Vibe
A Palm Springs resort mood defines the scene, where lively social crowds gather around poolside loungers and cocktail terraces.
“Mid-century poolside hangout”
Mid-century Palm Springs aesthetics meet David Hockney hallway prints and individually themed Magnificent Seven specialty suites.
Attentive boutique hospitality featuring plush bathrobes, C.O. Bigelow bath amenities, and evening room service menus.
The Beach Club pool deck and Tipping Point Terrace host daytime cabana lounging and evening cocktails.
In Memorial City along the Katy Freeway, adjacent to Memorial City Mall and medical complexes.
“The Memorial City version is clean-lined and bright, inspired in part by the mid-century modernism of Palm Springs.”
Rooms
Bright mid-century interiors feature bold artwork, C.O. Bigelow bath amenities, and seven individually themed specialty suites with marble accents.
“you'll be anxious to get upstairs to the pool, which is like a slice of Palm Springs in Houston.”
Wellness
ZaSpa provides body scrubs and couples treatments with complimentary prosecco, alongside an outdoor swimming pool and 24-hour gym.
Backstory
Opened in 2017, the property was conceived as a bright, mid-century modern counterpart to the brand's baroque Museum District sibling.
Eat & drink
The Tipping Point pairs regional American cuisine with craft cocktails across an indoor dining room and an open-air pool terrace.
The neighborhood
Set along the Katy Freeway in West Houston, the property places guests steps from Memorial City Mall and nearby commercial hubs.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.