These five hotels sit within 0.7 miles of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in downtown Dallas. Each was selected based on verified walking distance, taxi time, DART light rail access, and confirmed operating status in 2026. The list covers a mix of price points, from select-service to full-service properties, so attendees and exhibitors can find a practical fit.
How we ranked these hotels near Dallas Convention Center
Walking distance came first. Every hotel on this list sits within 0.7 miles of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, measured by Google Maps walking routes and cross-checked against downtown Dallas street geography. Where two hotels fell within 0.1 miles of each other, star rating broke the tie. Guest review scores and sustainability credentials served as secondary tiebreakers.
Taxi times reflect real driving distances through downtown Dallas streets, not straight-line estimates. DART light rail data references the Red, Blue, Orange, and Green lines, which converge at Union Station and the Convention Center station, both within a short walk of every property listed here. Shuttle service details are noted where the hotel has confirmed the program; where confirmation was unavailable, the field says so.
Quick comparison: hotels near Dallas Convention Center
| Hotel | Star rating | Walk to convention center | Taxi time | Nearest DART station | Shuttle service |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aloft Dallas Downtown | 3 | 0.42 miles / 8 min | 3 min | Union Station (2 min walk) | Unknown |
| Omni Dallas Hotel | 4 | 0.68 miles / 13 min | 4 min | Convention Center station (4 min walk) | Unknown |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Downtown | 3 | 0.75 miles / 14 min | 4 min | Akard station (5 min walk) | Unknown |
Getting to the convention center without a taxi
- The DART Red, Blue, Orange, and Green lines all stop at Union Station, which is a 5-minute walk from the convention center's main entrance on S Griffin Street.
- The Convention Center DART station on S Lamar Street puts you at the south end of the building. This is useful if your event is in Hall F or the Omni ballroom area.
- A DART day pass costs around $6 and covers unlimited rides, which makes sense if you plan to move between the convention center and the Arts District or Uptown during a multi-day event.
- Morning rush on Commerce Street and Young Street can slow taxis by two to four minutes between 7:30 and 9:00 a.m. Factor that in if you have an early setup call.
DART light rail access from each hotel
Every hotel on this list sits within a 5-minute walk of at least one DART light rail station. Union Station, at the corner of S Houston Street and Young Street, is the most useful stop for convention center access. The Red, Blue, Orange, and Green lines all serve Union Station, and the walk from the station to the convention center's main entrance takes about five minutes along S Griffin Street.
The Convention Center DART station on S Lamar Street is a second option, particularly for guests staying at the Omni Dallas Hotel, which sits closest to that stop. Akard station, on Pacific Avenue between Akard Street and Field Street, is the most practical stop for guests at the Hampton Inn & Suites on Commerce Street, though the walk to the convention center from Akard runs closer to ten minutes total.
Our Picks
Top Hotels
Aloft Dallas Downtown
1033 Young Street, Dallas
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion District
310 South Houston St, Dallas
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Downtown
1700 Commerce Street , Dallas
Holiday Inn Express - Dallas Downtown by IHG
302 South Houston Street, Dallas
Omni Dallas Hotel
555 South Lamar Street, Dallas
FAQs
Common Questions
The [Aloft Dallas Downtown](/hotels/dallas-aloft-dallas-downtown) at 1033 Young St is the closest option at 0.42 miles, which works out to about an 8-minute walk. A taxi from there to the convention center takes roughly 3 minutes.
Two DART stations are within walking distance of the convention center. Union Station, at S Houston Street and Young Street, is about a 5-minute walk from the main entrance on S Griffin Street and serves the Red, Blue, Orange, and Green lines. The Convention Center station on S Lamar Street is closer to the building's south side and serves the same four lines.
Shuttle service could not be confirmed for any of the five hotels on this list. Contact each property directly before your stay to ask about current shuttle programs, since policies can change between events.
The Omni Dallas Hotel sits adjacent to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center on S Lamar Street, and the two buildings share a physical connection through an internal corridor. The nature and public accessibility of that connection should be confirmed with the hotel directly, as access policies may vary by event.
DART light rail is the most predictable option during the 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. rush, since downtown Dallas street traffic can add two to four minutes to taxi times on Commerce Street and Young Street. From Union Station, the walk to the convention center's main entrance takes about 5 minutes and avoids traffic entirely.
The Holiday Inn Express Dallas Downtown at 302 S Houston St is the most affordable select-service option on this list, sitting 0.60 miles from the convention center with a 4-minute taxi ride. The [Aloft Dallas Downtown](/hotels/dallas-aloft-dallas-downtown) and [Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Downtown](/hotels/dallas-hampton-inn-suites-dallas-downtown) are also in the mid-range tier.
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