An art-filled lobby and luxurious rooms with top-of-the-line bedding granite bathrooms and gourmet mini-bars make for an elegant downtown experience at The Sam Houston Curio Collection By Hilton. Set against the backdrop of this historic 10-story building the contemporary decor — including multimedia works by emerging artists — is doubly striking. The 97 rooms are cozy yet filled with high-tech amenities (flat-panel TVs CD/DVD players cordless speakerphones free Wi-Fi) as well as lush comforts such as 400-thread-count sheets terrycloth robes a glass walk-in shower and Herman Miller office chairs. Dress up for a night out at the restaurant where you'll find a creative take on modern American cuisine or stay in your jammies pick a DVD from the complimentary library and order room service. If you get a second wind have a hand-crafted cocktail at the bar where you can catch a game on a 60-inch plasma screen or chill out in the candle-lit lounge. Additional amenities include a 24-hour gym 24-hour business center and free transportation within three miles. Valet parking is available for a fee. The hotel is in the heart of Houston's business and entertainment districts. Walk four blocks to Minute Maid Park where the Houston Astros play or 10 blocks to the Toyota Center to catch the Houston Rockets. If baseball or basketball isn't your thing you're just six blocks from the Theater District. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is 20 miles away. Given the "amazing atmosphere" in the lobby and "very chic" rooms Priceline guests say The Sam Houston Curio Collection By Hilton is a perfect spot for a sophisticated city vacation.