What’s included and what costs extra at The Laura Hotel
The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown includes standard in-room amenities (complimentary Wi‑Fi, in-room Illy espresso, an in-room tablet), access to a 24‑hour fitness center and on-site restaurant/bar. Expect extra charges for the nightly destination fee (covers Wi‑Fi and LifeTime Fitness access), valet parking, rooftop pool cabanas/day passes, spa services, and meals not covered by your rate.
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What’s included in your room
All guest rooms and suites include complimentary Wi‑Fi (the nightly destination fee is noted separately by some sources), an in-room Illy espresso machine, an in-room tablet for ordering room service and spa bookings, and standard housekeeping on request.
The property lists room types such as Deluxe Room, Executive Room, City View, Executive Room, City View, Corner, Room, and accessible Room variants. In-room entertainment and mobile key service are also available.
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi (subject to the property's destination fee policy)
- Illy espresso machine in room
- In-room tablet for dining and spa reservations
- Housekeeping on request and same-day dry cleaning
| Room feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary (hotel notes destination fee applies in billing) |
| In‑room espresso machine | Included (Illy) |
| Mobile key / in‑room tablet | Included |
Dining, room service and what costs extra
Hull & Oak Southern Kitchen is the hotel’s main restaurant and serves breakfast, lunch, and weekend brunch. Breakfast is not complimentary and carries a surcharge (roughly $12–$15 per person on some listings).
In‑room dining (room service) is available with breakfast, lunch, and a 'Supper' menu during stated hours; food and alcoholic beverages are charged separately to your folio.
- Hull & Oak Southern Kitchen: breakfast, lunch, weekend brunch (hours listed by hotel)
- The Bar at The Laura Hotel: craft cocktails, daily 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
- The Deck (rooftop lounge): drinks and food; hours vary
- In‑room dining: order via the in‑room tablet; meals billed to room
| Service | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Breakfast at Hull & Oak | Not included in room rate (surcharge noted on listings) |
| Room service / Supper | Charged per order to room folio |
| Bar drinks | Charged per item |
Rooftop pool, cabanas and day‑pass rules
The hotel has a rooftop outdoor pool with skyline views; sun loungers and umbrellas are provided. Private shaded cabanas are available for reservation for a surcharge.
Pool day passes are offered through third‑party providers and require purchasers to be 21 or older; day passes typically start around $25–$50 and often include pool access, fitness center use, lounge chairs, and towel service.
- Rooftop pool access for registered guests is included with your stay (hotel policy notes cabanas cost extra)
- Private cabanas available for a surcharge (hotel lists welcome drinks included with cabana reservations)
- Pool day passes (via ResortPass) require age 21+ and start around $25–$50
| Item | Typically included or extra |
|---|---|
| Pool access (registered guest) | Included with stay |
| Private cabana | Extra (surcharge; reservation required) |
| Pool day pass for non‑guests | Extra (age restriction 21+; starts ~ $25–$50) |
Spa, fitness and wellness extras
The Spa at The Laura Hotel is a full‑service, wheelchair‑accessible spa offering treatments such as Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, CBD‑infused massages, hydra facial, and signature packages. Spa services are charged separately and the spa is cashless (card or room charge required at booking).
The on‑site fitness center is available 24 hours for guests; the hotel's destination fee covers access to LifeTime Fitness via a day‑pass partnership in addition to the in‑house gym.
- Spa hours: Wednesday–Saturday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (last appt 5:00 PM), Sunday 10:00 AM–4:00 PM (last appt 3:00 PM)
- Spa payment is cashless; charge to room or card required at booking
- 24‑hour on‑site fitness center for registered guests
- LifeTime Fitness access is included through the destination fee
| Service | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Fitness center (on‑site) | Included for registered guests |
| LifeTime Fitness access | Included via destination fee (hotel policy) |
| Spa treatments | Extra (charged per service; cashless) |
Parking, destination fee and other charges
The hotel operates valet‑only covered parking; there is no self‑parking on site. Valet fees are charged per night and have been listed in the past in the $49–$73 range depending on source and date — check current rates with the hotel or your booking agent.
A nightly destination fee (listed in some sources at about $29.25) is billed separately and is described as covering Wi‑Fi and LifeTime Fitness access. Always confirm whether taxes or additional charges apply at time of booking.
- Valet parking only (no on‑site self‑park); oversized trucks may not fit in garage
- Destination fee applies (covers Wi‑Fi and LifeTime Fitness access per property notes)
- Major credit cards accepted (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover)
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Valet only; fee quoted on Marriott and other sites |
| Destination fee | Applied nightly on some bookings; covers Wi‑Fi and LifeTime Fitness |
| Oversized vehicles | May not be accommodated in parking garage |
Pets, accessibility and family policies
The Laura Hotel welcomes up to two dogs per room (maximum combined weight 75 lbs) for a $100 non‑refundable pet fee per stay; service animals are exempt. Some sites also list cats as accepted—check with the hotel for current pet allowances.
Children of all ages are welcome to stay, but the primary guest checking in must be at least 21 years old. The hotel reports wheelchair‑accessible public areas, an accessible spa and fitness center, and accessible room options (listed as Room (Mobility/Hearing Access, Transf Shwr) and Deluxe Room (Mobility/, Tub)).
- Dog policy: up to two dogs per room, max 75 lbs combined; $100 non‑refundable fee
- Service animals stay free
- Primary guest checking in must be 21+; children of all ages are allowed
- Accessible rooms and public areas are available; confirm specific accessibility needs in advance
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum check‑in age | 21 years for primary guest |
| Children | All ages welcome (18+ charged as adults) |
| Pet fee | $100 non‑refundable per stay (dogs; service animals exempt) |
Event spaces, meetings and wedding fees
The Laura Hotel offers multiple event rooms including Laurel Bay (largest), Laurel Bay I & II, White Oak, Buffalo and Allen's Landing; the hotel lists total flexible event space in the several‑thousand square‑foot range. Meeting and wedding spaces are available for separate booking and are charged based on room rental, catering and AV needs.
If you plan a meeting or wedding, confirm capacities and fees with the hotel’s events team; some published capacity numbers vary by source, and catering/AV are typically additional charges.
- Laurel Bay Venue: largest ballroom (3,300 sq. ft.) with listed reception and theater capacities
- White Oak and Buffalo rooms are smaller meeting rooms; rooms can be combined for larger events
- Event rentals, catering and Pinnacle AV services are arranged and billed separately
| Venue | Notes |
|---|---|
| Laurel Bay | 3,300 sq. ft.; seats for receptions/theater vary by setup |
| Laurel Bay I & II | 1,800 sq. ft. and 1,500 sq. ft. options |
| White Oak / Buffalo / Allen's Landing | Smaller meeting rooms; combine White Oak and Buffalo for about 1,542 sq. ft. |
