Fort Worth, TexasSundance Square
The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel
Terraced concrete anchor
Sundance Square Fort Worth, Texas
Renovated
2021
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social ClassicOutside the door
The house
MarriottTerraced concrete anchor
The stepped concrete landmark spans three city blocks, anchoring Sundance Square with lively lounges and an open-air mezzanine terrace.
What it’s good at
Listed
A terraced concrete exterior descends toward Main Street beside custom walnut lobby millwork.
Listed
Rooftop film screenings on the terrace mezzanine accompany evening drinks at Toro Toro.
Listed
Opening in 1981, the hotel launched downtown Fort Worth's ambitious Sundance Square redevelopment.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Sundance Square Plaza sits just outside the doors, with Bass Performance Hall and downtown restaurants a short stroll away.
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The rooms
Rooms have comfortable sitting areas and large windows, and select categories open onto private stepped terraces.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated indoor pool sits under architectural skylights, with patio doors opening onto an outdoor sun deck.
The spa & gym
Restaurant
Toro Toro
Richard Sandoval's Pan-Latin steakhouse cooks churrasco over an open wood grill, beside a 17-foot tequila library.
At the table
Hacienda serves regional breakfast buffets on the mezzanine. Downstairs, Corrida Coffee Shop pours La Colombe espresso.
How it began
The structure steps down along Main Street to preserve sightlines to the historic Tarrant County Courthouse.
Fort Worth
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.