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The Greenleigh Hotel
- Location: Houston, Texas, United States
- Why it’s notable: The Greenleigh will reopen the former Hotel Derek as a 299-room hotel under Marriott’s Autograph Collection, adding a new entry to Houston’s River Oaks District ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The hotel will feature wood-fired Mexican cuisine by chef Richard Sandoval at dLeña, a rooftop bar called Highgrass with city views, a swim club, and more than 13,000 square feet of event space for meetings or celebrations.
- Type of traveler who will love this hotel: Business and leisure visitors who want a lively hotel in one of Houston’s most desirable neighborhoods.
- What’s nearby: The Greenleigh sits in the River Oaks District, a luxury shopping and dining area with boutiques from major fashion houses, upscale eateries, and cafés. It’s also minutes from The Galleria’s extensive mall and restaurant scene, and within reach of cultural spots like River Oaks Theatre and the historic River Oaks Shopping Center.
- Opening: Spring 2026