The Joule

Set in downtown Dallas, this arty, Neo-Gothic hotel built in 1927 is a minute's walk from Nieman Marcus department store and 9 minutes from the Dallas Arts District. Lavish, contemporary rooms come with plush en suite bathrooms, Wi-Fi, iPod docks and flat-screen TVs. Suites add separate living rooms with sofabeds. Some have private terraces, while a 2-bedroom penthouse adds a library, dining room and kitchen. There's a cantilevered pool with city views. Dining/drinking options include 2 cafes, a basement cocktail bar, and Texan and Italian restaurants. Other amenities include a fitness center, spa and event facilities.