Aramco Houston Half Marathon - January 17, 2010

 


  

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Hyatt Regency Houston

Place yourself in the center of it all at Hyatt Regency Houston. Set in the heart of the business and entertainment districts, our classic downtown Houston hotel is the ideal starting point for exploring all this vibrant city offers and is located just nine blocks from the start/finish line. Walk to events at the convention center or Minute Maid Park, enjoy a show in the Theater District, or wander through The Main Event. Hop aboard METRO Light Rail near our downtown Houston Texas hotel to reach the Museum District, the Zoo or the Medical Center within minutes. Hyatt's unmatched attention to detail, extraordinary amenities and renowned dining create an outstanding choice among hotels in downtown Houston. Rooms are $146 per night. Click here to reserve your room or call 713-654-1234.

Hotel Icon

Hotel ICON, recognized as one of the Top 100 Hotels in North America by Conde Nast Traveler, is 8 blocks from the start/finish line. Rooms are $149 per night for a King Room. To experience this downtown Houston hotel that blends elegant luxury and classic style, call 713-224-4266 to reserve your room. Ask for the Chevron Marathon rate.

Magnolia Hotel Houston

Playful yet sophisticated, The Magnolia is the ultimate balancing act between history and the modern existence. Your room is invitingly warm and spacious with a delicate, yet dramatic touch. Ross Sterling, founder of the Post-Dispatch, one of Houston’s first newspapers, would certainly approve of The Magnolia as the new inhabitant of his landmark Post-Dispatch Building. The Magnolia hotel provides upscale luxury hotel lodging in the heart of downtown Houston, is approximately 10 blocks from the start/finish line. Rooms are $149 per night. To reserve a room, call 1-888-915-1110 or visit www.magnoliahotelhouston.com.

Alden Houston

Alden Houston is located only 6 blocks from the finish line in the heart of downtown Houston. Guestrooms pamper with lavish residential luxury while providing the modern-day conveniences the savvy traveler has come to expect: complimentary wireless internet access, 24-hour room service, flat screens and an extensive DVD library at no charge. The award-winning restaurant, 17, offers an enticing variety of American cuisine paired with an extensive domestic and international wine list. Rooms are $155 per night with late checkout on race day. Call 832-200-8800 or 877-348-8800 for reservations.

The Lancaster Hotel

The perfect balance between luxury and history, The Lancaster Hotel is Houston's original small luxury hotel. Ideally situated in the heart of Houston's business, theatre and nightlife district, this downtown landmark hotel offers easy walking access to all of the Houston downtown area attractions. Rooms are $149 per night with late check-out on race day. To book a room, please visit our website at www.thelancaster.com or call 1-866-231-0336.

We offer complimentary 24-hour wireless broadband internet access, complimentary local calls and (800) calls, complimentary Town Car service anywhere in the downtown area, 24-hour in room dining and an award winning restaurant.

Marriott Houston Downtown Hotels

Experience old-style luxury in the Marriott Houston Downtown Hotels, housed in the stunning 1921 Humble Oil Building. The Downtown Houston Courtyard & Residence Inn by Marriott are both located just blocks away from the George R. Brown Convention Center and the race start line. Rooms at the Courtyard are $119 per night; click here or call 832-366-1600 or 1-800-321-2211 for reservations. Rooms at the Residence Inn are $129 per night; click here or call 832-366-1000 or 1-800-331-3131 for reservations. SOLD OUT!

Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown

The newly renovated Doubletree Hotel Houston Downtown is a full service hotel centrally located on the edge of downtown at 400 Dallas Street, in the heart of Houston's business and financial district. Our oversized guestrooms, suites and executive accommodations feature floor-to-ceiling windows for expansive views of Houston's skyline, and include a long list of amenities like high-speed Internet access and our new Sweet Dreams beds. Whether you travel to Houston for business or pleasure, you'll appreciate guest services like our Business Center in the lobby, wireless HSIA in public areas, a Fitness Center, our inviting Lobby Lounge, a knowledgeable and helpful Concierge staff, and more. Enjoy casual dining in our Trofi Restaurant, serving Continental selections with an Italian and Mediterranean flair. Also, the George R. Brown Convention Center is within walking distance of our hotel.

A block of rooms have been reserved for January 14, 2010 – January 17, 2010. The special room rate of $149.00 will be available until December 24, 2009 or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first. Valet parking is $23 (discounted on weekends). Click here to make a reservation online or call 1-800-245-4378 or 713-759-0202. SOLD OUT! 

Four Seasons Hotel

The Four Seasons Hotel, downtown Houston’s only AAA Five Diamond hotel, is located seven blocks from the start/finish line. Recently renovated, this hotel features Quattro, a fabulous American Italian restaurant, full day spa and complimentary fitness center. Late check-out on race day for all runners and guests. $165 per room, call 713-650-1300 for reservations. You can also visit the hotel's website at www.fourseasons.com/houston for additional information. SOLD OUT! 

Inn at the Ballpark

Inn at the Ballpark is an all-American classic, a hotel themed in baseball tradition. Your senses will immediately embrace the plush comfortable setting under our glass enclosed atrium while being drawn to the intimacy of the various gathering places. We are conveniently located just steps from the marathon start line and two blocks from the George R. Brown Convention Center. Our classically appointed guest rooms and suites reflect traditional lines and distinguished style paired with contemporary amenities such as complimentary high speed internet service, AVEDA bath products, lap top safes, and more. Each guestroom also features hardwood floor entry ways, crown molding, ceiling fans, movable work stations and large windows overlooking the downtown skyline.

Guests can enjoy informal dining in a relaxed setting at our hotel restaurant which offers hearty American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner and 24-hour room service options. For a truly lavish dining experience, Vic & Anthony’s is located adjacent to the hotel and offers impeccable service and an atmosphere unmatched in the dining world.

Exclusive rates are $155 per night and valet parking is available for $22.
Click here to make a reservation or call 1-866-406-1520. Please visit www.innattheballpark.com for more information. 

Hilton Americas-Houston

Welcome to the Hilton Americas-Houston hotel, the largest convention hotel in the city of Houston, Texas. At this 24-story, state-of-the-art hotel you'll find all the luxuries of home, yet all the amenities you need whether traveling for business or pleasure. As of April 2009, our Houston hotel is the first hotel in the state of Texas to achieve Green Seal certification through our commitment to the environment.

Located in the heart of downtown Houston, Hilton Americas-Houston hotel, the city's largest hotel, offers guests the unbeatable combination of the best location in the city of Houston plus quick and easy access to most any type of entertainment imaginable. Only steps away from Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon start/finish lines. Special room rates are available at $159 per night. SOLD OUT!

Air Travel

Continental Airlines is offering discounted airfares in and out of Houston to participants in the 2010 Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon, EP5K and ABB Team Challenge. For details, visit MeetingWorks at Continental.com and type in Offer Code ZTZHCELMVL in the Offer Code box.

If you are booking your flight through a travel professional or MeetingWorks at 800-468-7022, give them agreement code CELMVL and Z code ZTZH.

METRO Airport Transportation

METRO provides a quick and convenient ride between Downtown and George Bush Intercontinental Airport. 

METRO Airport Direct
www.metroairportdirect.com
713-635-4000

Rental Cars

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is offering special rates on car rentals to Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon and EP5K participants. Click here to reserve a car at the special rate.

Things to do in Houston

Museums/Exhibits

Houston Zoo
With over 4,500 permanent residents (the animals), the Houston Zoo provides a fun, unique, and inspirational experience for the 1.5 million guests who visit the Zoo each year.
Open daily 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
$10 for adults, $5 for children age 2-11
www.houstonzoo.org  

Houston Museum of Natural Science
Every visit to HMNS is an opportunity to experience the wonders of science and nature firsthand. The spectacular exhibit halls and state-of-the-art venues offer remarkable insight into the world around us, from the age of dinosaurs to the era of space exploration.
Open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$9 for adults, $7 for children age 3-11
www.hmns.org

Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a not-for-profit, non-collecting institution dedicated to presenting the art of our time to the local, regional, national and international public.
Tuesday-Wednesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission is free
www.camh.org

Holocaust Museum Houston
Holocaust Museum Houston is dedicated to educating people about the Holocaust, remembering the 6 million Jews and other innocent victims and honoring the survivors' legacy.
Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission is free
www.hmh.org

The Children's Museum of Houston
With 14 galleries of vibrant exhibits bursting with action-packed fun, the Children's Museum of Houston gives kids from birth to 12 the ultimate discover and learn experience.
Open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
$5 General admission
www.cmhouston.org

Performing Arts

Houston Symphony
www.houstonsymphony.org 
Check back closer to race weekend for performance information.

Wortham Center
www.worthamcenter.org
Check back closer to race weekend for performance information.

Sports

Houston Rockets, NBA
www.houstonrockets.com

Houston Aeros, AHL
www.aeros.com

University of Houston Cougars
www.uhcougars.com

Rice University Owls
www.riceowls.com

Visitor Information

From NASA to world class museums to The Galleria Shopping Mall, Houston offers a variety of special events and attractions. For a complete visitor's package, contact the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau,
1-800-4-HOUSTON.


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