General information Named one of the Top 100 New Hotels in the World by Conde Nast Traveler, Hotel ICON is a luxurious downtown Houston hotel located at the heart of the city's legal and business districts. Designed by renowned San Francisco design firm Candra Scott & Anderson, this $35 million historic reinvention of the landmark Union National Bank building, built in 1911, features 12 stories of custom-designed period furnishings, opulent décor and original artwork. Offering exceptional service and amenities, Hotel ICON consistently exceeds expectations. World-class cuisine from our award-winning BANK restaurant and stylish socializing in our elegant ICON Bar, help to make Hotel ICON the premier downtown Houston hotel, attracting the world's most discerning business and leisure travelers. Location Hotel ICON is located in the heart of downtown Houston, 20 miles from Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 13 miles from Hobby Airport (HOU), and along the new 7.5-mile METROrail light rail line serving the Museum District, Rice University, Hermann Park, the Texas Medical Center and Reliant Center convention facility and sports complex. Rooms Reminiscent of the understated luxury and timeless sophistication of a bygone era, the 12-story Hotel ICON features 135 opulent guest rooms and nine individually designed signature suites. Beautifully decorated in vibrant colors and rich textures, this downtown Houston hotel's spacious accommodations blend historic style with the utmost in comfort and quality to achieve the perfect ambiance for both work and rest.
