Situated in a converted 1906 Victorian mansion in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas, Texas is the intimate and romantic Hôtel St. Germain. The seasonal Forbes Travel Guide Recommended hotel (open early October through May) offers seven lavishly appointed suites, each one uniquely decorated and filled with French antique furnishings. Highlights include signature touches such as the 17th century Aubusson tapestry, Baccarat chandelier in the main dining room, and the quaint vintage key displays at the reception desk.
Another stellar aspect of the hotel is its formal dining restaurant, which serves a sumptuous seven-course prix-fixe meal of elegant French-inspired cuisine in an intimate dining room setting. While there, be sure to enjoy the extensive wine and champagne selection from the restaurant’s cellar.
Although the hotel's small size might not be for everyone, its charm is in the fact that it’s a distinctive getaway far removed from the impersonal nature of corporate chain hotels.
Another stellar aspect of the hotel is its formal dining restaurant, which serves a sumptuous seven-course prix-fixe meal of elegant French-inspired cuisine in an intimate dining room setting. While there, be sure to enjoy the extensive wine and champagne selection from the restaurant’s cellar.
Although the hotel's small size might not be for everyone, its charm is in the fact that it’s a distinctive getaway far removed from the impersonal nature of corporate chain hotels.
Our Inspector's Highlights
- With its prime location just steps away from some of the city’s best bars and restaurants on McKinney Avenue, Hôtel St. Germain is the perfect respite for gastronomes.
- For those looking to experience a bit of culture, the luxury hotel is just a quick cab ride away from downtown’s burgeoning Arts District, which is home to the Dallas Museum of Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, Wyly Theatre, Klyde Warren Park and Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
- Built as a private residence in 1906, the three-story Marie Antoinette-style mansion was purchased in 1989 by Claire Heymann, who transformed the dilapidated space into a luxurious European-style hotel.
Things to Know
- The best time to visit Hôtel St. Germain is in the spring or fall, as summers in Dallas are known to be tremendously hot — and the hotel is closed between June and October.
- Hôtel St. Germain’s lavish setting and impeccable service make it the ideal place to celebrate special occasions, such as weddings, engagements, anniversaries, birthdays and holidays.
- When planning your stay, do check the luxury hotel’s calendar of events, as themed soirees and dinners are often hosted. Parties often revolve around historical events, such as the Russian Winter Festival.
The Rooms
- Hôtel St. Germain boasts seven luxurious suites, each of which is decorated by proprieter Claire Heymann with turn-of-the-century antiques from France and New Orleans.
- Every room has a quirky feature that makes it unique. Imagine enjoying a romantic breakfast on a wraparound balcony overlooking the New Orleans-style courtyard and debonair circular drive, dressing in a secret alcove hidden behind 100-year-old-doors or sleeping in a stunning half-canopy Queen Mallard bed.
- Each room features a feather bed canopied from 12-foot ceilings, a working fireplace, a Jacuzzi or soaking tub, and amenities, such as cable television, high-speed wireless Internet, high-end European toiletries and signature terrycloth robes.
The Restaurants
- Hôtel St. Germain offers one full-service dining experience, Hôtel St. Germain Restaurant, helmed by chef Sharen Wicoff.
- The multi-course, prix fixe menu rotates monthly and features fine ingredients such as foie gras, oysters and caviar.
- The quaint, formal dining room is composed of a small number of tables set with Limoges china, antique silverware, cut crystal glassware and Frette table linens.
- An elaborate crystal chandelier and candlelit centerpieces provide an intimate, Old World ambiance. Dinner is priced at $85 per person and is available Tuesday through Saturday evenings by advance reservation only.
- Parisian champagne bar service is offered in the two adjacent parlors, where you can cozy up on one of the antique sofas and enjoy assorted canapés or a dessert trio while sipping a fine glass of bubbly.
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