After a year in which the hotel industry was brought to its knees, Texan hospitality is ready to shine again. When the COVID restrictions were lifted and travel recovered, some new hotels were ready to welcome tourists and business travelers alike. Here are destination hotels in five major Texas cities ready to indulge.

Combining Houston history, modern architecture and secular design, this collection of 32 hotel rooms spans three distinctive areas within a Montrose estate. The Mansion, the Fondren family’s former Beaux Arts home built in 1923, features five ornate one-bedroom suites that have been renovated with a grand design by Rottet Studio for $ 10 million. Behind the historic mansion are the new residences in La Colombe d’Or, whose tower includes 18 suites designed by Rottet. The Garden Bungalows, a collection of nine suites that are grouped around a courtyard opposite the tower, were completed by the Gin Design Group. Guests can enjoy Tonight & Tomorrow, a restaurant with a south-influenced menu of modern European dishes, and Bar # 3 for wine and cocktails. Prices start at $ 500. 3410 Montrose, 713-524-7999;

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Thompson San Antonio

The city’s Arts District has a new player at the 162-room hotel in the bustling North River Walk neighborhood. The rooms of the 20-story tower, including 33 suites, offer floor-to-ceiling views, custom-made sofas, stone and glass bathrooms with rain showers, and snack bars with items from regional suppliers. James Beard Award semi-finalist chef Steve McHugh runs Landrace, the sausage-focused restaurant with a riverside terrace overlooking the River Walk. On the 20th floor, guests will find The Moon’s Daughters, a rooftop restaurant with live entertainment and a menu from San Antonio-based chef Robert Cantu. Prices start at $ 349. 115 Lexington, 210-876-1234;

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Austin Marriott downtown

The state capital is adding a new tower to the skyline. The 31-story hotel opens just steps from the Austin Convention Center. The 613 guest rooms and 25 suites offer the high-tech business travelers demand, as well as pampering details like walk-in showers and spa-like lighting. Drinking and dining options include the Tiki-inspired Zanzibar. Corinne Restaurant with American home cooking; The Lobbyist, a two-story cocktail bar; and Loaf + Vine, a grocery store and takeaway bakery. Prices start at $ 209. 304 E. Cesar Chavez, 512-457-1111;

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Hotel Drover

Fort Worth has an interesting new place to get your boots off on the Mule Alley development in the Stockyards Historic District. Part of the Autograph Collection by Marriott, the hotel offers 200 individually designed rooms (no two are alike) and suites (with oversized bronze bathtubs) with design elements from the Lucchese Custom Collection and the King Ranch. Chef Grant Morgan is responsible for 97 West Kitchen & Bar, which offers Mediterranean comfort dishes such as wood steaks and chicken steaks from the New York Strip. The Veranda Bar overlooks Marine Creek and the Lobby Bar is anchored by a 30 foot limestone fireplace. Cattle rides on Exchange Avenue and the John Wayne Museum are nearby. Prices start at $ 189. 200 Mule Alley Drive, 817-755-5557;

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Thompson Dallas

This new downtown Dallas hotel – Thompson’s first brand in Texas – is a $ 460 million redevelopment of the landmark First National Bank Tower. It’s full of art and hidden historical elements like wooden panels and acres of marble. The 219-room property includes 52 suites and two penthouse suites, plus a spa, full-service wellness center, and resort-style pool with private cabanas. The average 700 square meter guest rooms have blue painted walls, leather furniture, Sferra linens, and Frette robes. Dining options include the Catbird, which has an outdoor deck with panoramic city views. Nine, serves breakfast and lunch; Monarch, an Italian steakhouse; and Kessaku, an intimate sushi place. Prices start at $ 400. 205 North Akard, 469-320-1234;

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