We stayed here for two nights for our anniversary. There is a selection of concept suites that are decorated in a decor theme or the upscale "magnificent seven" suites on the top floor. We stayed in one of the "Splendito suites" an 1100 sq. ft. suite on the 9th floor with a killer view over Herman park with Rice university and the medical center in the distance. The room had a separate master bedroom with a large living room and 1 1/2 baths. The bathroom was huge with a large walk in shower, double vanity and tile and marble throughout. The tub was small but big enough for 2. There were two large screen TV's and an in room fridge stocked with various items. The hotel has a full service spa, state of the art exercise room and a beautiful pool area with cabana rooms for rent. The room choices are varied from more standard hotel rooms to pool suites with balconies and the above mentioned suites, some with balconies. The hotel is located in the heart of the museum district bordering Rice University and the new metro line. It is a bustling uptown environment. They have a full service upscale restaurant but we chose to eat at a more low key venue. The rates are expensive but reasonable for the level of amenities. Be aware that parking is limited and costs $20 per day with valet service. Improvements I would recommend would be an in room stereo system with Ipod dock. Otherwise, I would rate this in the top 10 of all hotels that I have ever stayed in. I would highly recommend it for an anniversary get away or first night of a honeymoon before you leave town for your ultimate destination. They have some unique romance suites. Caution for families: if you are offended by semi-nude paintings and photos you might not want to bring the kids.

I stayed here for two days only and the staff was friendly in general - i had no issues at all.

This place is like a W but much nicer, personal and i liked the general atmosphere in the hotel since it was young but still with a mature style. This is probably my best stay in a designed hotel since normally you get a crappy service in design hotels but this place was different or maybe it was the southern hospitality that made the difference, whatever, i had a great stay and i will come back for sure and hopefully i will have more time to spend in the hotel as well.

Stayed in Zaza over Memorial Day week-end and felt like we were the most important guests, even the hotel was hopping with activity. Great bellman and valet help; found chilled flavored water in the lobby along with cookies and pastries. The lobby is elegant yet comfortable with great art work throughout as well whimsical paintings in the elevators, and tasteful fashion photography throughout. The room was wonderful; it's worth getting a balcony, with comfy linens high thread count linens and pillows. Large TV, and quiet room. There is also coffee and pastries placed on a credenza on each floor each morning till 10 am. Good fitness area that looks out to the swimming pool, which is kind of small, but quite a place for people watching. Cabanas are available around the pool too. We'll be returning for 4th July; it's a great place.

The lobby will "wow" you with its modern decor and lounge-type lighting. The rooms are nicely appointed. I stayed in a slightly above average sized balcony room with an excellent view of Medical Area and Downtown. No tub, only shower with nice Moulton Brown amenities. The insulation is a bit lacking as I could hear the whole episode of DWTS my neighbor was watching. One caution -- the Spa Cafe is no longer operational and the advertised gift shop in the hotel information is non-exisitent. The staff do not necessarily go above and beyond with service. Especially the "shuttle." It took an hour for us to be picked up after a meeting in the Medical Center. The pool area is relaxing and inviting for an "urban" location.