Meet the Chef

Meet the man behind VOICE: Executive Chef Michael Kramer Read More

Freedom over Houston

Celebrate the 4th of July like an ICON. Read More

American Express Double Points Promotion

Throughout 2008, American Express® Cardmembers can earn double Membership Rewards points at participating Destination Hotels & Resorts properties when paying with an eligible and enrolled American Express Card. Read More

Stay and Play with the Astros

The Houston Astros make their home just steps away from Hotel ICON at Minute Maid Park. Make Hotel ICON your home field advantage. Read More

Rise and Shine

Before enjoying a day of shopping, museum hopping or watching the big game, get out of bed on the right side and start your morning with a lavish breakfast for two. Read More

SPIKEfest 2008

July 12, 2008 to July 13, 2008.

SPIKEfest 2008 is coming to Houston on July 12-13 at Dyess Park.? Be a part of the largest 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 volleyball tournament in the world! To register, go to wwww.spikefest.com or call 1-888-3-VOLLEY.? Don't miss your opportunity to participate in this great event!

Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus

July 18, 2008 to July 27, 2008.

Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey will transform Reliant Stadium into The Greatest Show On Earth! The entire family is invited! Reliant Park, South Loop 610 at the Kirby exit.

For more information visit, http://www.ringling.com/ or call 713.629.3700.

Houston Shakespeare Festival

August 01, 2008 to August 10, 2008.

Each summer, the Houston Shakespeare Festival produces a season of two Shakespeare plays in repertory. Since its inception in 1975, HSF has entertained nearly a half million theatergoers with free performances in Hermann Park's Miller Outdoor Theatre.
Julius Caesar--August 1, 3, 5, 7, 9
Cymbeline--August 2, 6, 8, 10

For Information Call 281-FREE-FUN or visit www.houstonfestivalscompany.com

18th Houston Int'l Jazz Festival

August 02, 2008 to August 03, 2008.

Jazz will fill the air in downtown Houston as the 18th Annual Houston Int'l Jazz Festival kicks off August Jazz Month.

Location: Discovery Green Park, 500 McKinney, Houston, TX 77010

Time: 4:00 to 10:00 p.m.

For More Information call 713-333-1161 or visit www.jazzeducation.org

The Original Greek Festival

October 02, 2008 to October 05, 2008.

Come and join The Original Greek Festival, now in its 42nd year, and be Greek for a day! Growing attendance over the years continues to create excitement as the word gets around, so bring your family, friends and co-workers to enjoy the festive atmosphere and our new expanded festival site. Facilities, children's activities, Athenian playground & seating capacity have also been expanded. OPA!!
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday - October 2,3 4, and 5, 2008.
Location:
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral complex
Near downtown and the Museum District
3511 Yoakum Boulevard
Houston, Texas 77006

For more information: www.greekfestival.org

Award-Winning Hotel Icon Appoints New Executive Chef

Chef Michael Kramer recently was appointed to executive chef at the award-winning Hotel ICON, managed by Destination Hotels & Resorts, where he will oversee the well-known BANK restaurant, as well as banquets and in-room dining.

IF ROCKN JAZZ DOESNT ROCK YOU TO SLEEP THEN THERES GOOD NEWS FROM HOTEL ICON

If the downtown Houston beat won't let you sleep, then Hotel ICON has great news for you. As part of its commitment to providing guests with the most comfortable stay in downtown Houston, the hotel recently installed 340 soundproof windows.

HOTEL ICON PARTNERS WITH BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA

Hotel ICON, located in the heart of downtown Houston's art district, has announced its partnership with Cadillac Broadway Across America-Houston for its 2007-2008 season at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. 

About Hotel Icon

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. Read More

Hotel ICON Sweeps "Best of Citysearch" Awards in 11 Categories

Accolades Include Recognition as Houston’s Best Boutique Hotel Read More