Best bang-for-your-buck hotels in Dallas-Fort Worth

These nine hotels in Dallas-Fort Worth offer amazing amenities, prime locations, and other cool features that make them well worth the price.

Free breakfast, luxury amenities, or a convenient location—what are your priorities when looking for a hotel? No matter what you like, the important thing is finding something that makes your stay worthwhile, and these hotels in Dallas-Fort Worth do just that.

Whether you’re looking for your next stay-cation spot or you have family visiting over the holidays and want to recommend a good place to stay, we’ve rounded up some of the best bang-for-your-buck hotels in the area. Some have cool locations; others have the best in-house amenities and events. But they are all wonderful, well-liked by locals, and fit the budget!

1. Hyatt Regency Dallas

Location: 300 Reunion Blvd, Dallas

Price: Starting at $135

Best Vibes

Located in the heart of downtown Dallas, connected to the iconic Reunion Tower, Hyatt Regency Dallas is the ultimate in relaxation and luxury.

This is one of my favorite hotels to visit—I stayed here after my wedding and celebrated with champagne and 360-degree views of the city in the restaurant at the top. It has cozy bedrooms, plenty of on-site amenities, and an average rating of 9.2 out of 10 on Expedia.

As if the incredible experience of staying in this hotel wasn’t enough, it’s also super convenient. It’s just a one-minute drive to American Airlines Center and a 24-minute drive to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

Hyatt Regency Dallas is located inside the iconic Reunion Tower in downtown Dallas. (Farragutful/CC BY-SA 4.0)

2. The Addison Hotel, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Location: 4505 Beltway Drive, Addison

Price: Starting at $61

Best Price

You can’t beat the price at The Addison Hotel, SureStay Collection by Best Western. This quaint and comfortable hotel is close to the shopping, restaurant, and entertainment district of Village on the Parkway (just an 18-minute walk!) and the indoor mall Galleria Dallas.

People who’ve stayed here praised the “cozy,” “quiet,” and “always clean” hotel on Expedia. It’s a great option for people who have a lot of family to put up over the holidays—or just want to save money for all the Christmas shopping you’ll be doing during your stay.

3. Four Points by Sheraton Fort Worth North

Location: 6828 North Freeway, Fort Worth

Price: Starting at $94

Best Atmosphere

As long as a hotel meets your basic needs, you’ll get a decent night of rest. But Four Points by Sheraton Fort Worth North goes above and beyond, practically guaranteeing you’ll feel blissfully well-rested by the end of your stay.

For example, they have an outdoor seating area with a fire pit, a garden, and even dry cleaning and laundry services available. It’s also near the Fort Worth Stockyards Historic District and Sundance Square, so you’ll never be short on entertainment either.

4. Tru by Hilton Dallas Downtown Market

Location:

Price: Starting at $89

Best for Families

Got little kids with you? Stay at Tru by Hilton Dallas Downtown Market, which is located near the Dallas World Aquarium. There is an arcade room inside the hotel, plus a free breakfast buffet and free Wi-Fi—so everyone will be happy!

While this hotel is very affordable, it doesn’t skimp on amenities or features. It even has an outdoor patio and plenty of areas to hang out (because everyone needs some space sometimes), a fitness center, and pet-friendly rooms.

5. The Beeman Hotel

Location 6070 N Central Expressway, Dallas

Price: Starting at $135

Best Amenities

Sleep isn’t the only way to unwind in a hotel, and the Beeman Hotel caters to those who relax more by being active, like swimming laps in the indoor heated pool or working out in the state-of-the-art fitness center (with a Peloton!). There is an outdoor patio to unwind, plus an on-site bar to socialize.

When it’s finally time to crawl into bed, you’ll be treated to what locals call a “huge room with a super comfy bed” to end the night restfully.

6. Days Inn by Wyndham Market Center Dallas Love Field

Location: 2026 Market Center Blvd, Dallas

Price: Starting at $74

Best Location

Heading out of town and wanting to be close to Dallas Love Field Airport? It’s just an 8-minute drive from Days Inn by Wyndham Market Center Dallas Love Field!

Or maybe you want lots of entertainment options, such as Dallas Market Center (a 7-minute walk) or the Dallas World Aquarium (a 3-minute drive)? If you are mostly excited to eat at Rodeo Goat (2-minute walk) or Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament (3-minute walk), you can do that here, too. It’s the perfect center location to fit all your needs.

Reviews from people who stayed here can be summed up with this quote: “It was just [what] I needed at an affordable price.” What could be better? 

7. Hyatt Place Fort Worth/Historic Stockyards

Location: 132 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth

Price: Starting at $129

Best Rating

Reviewers gave Hyatt Place Fort Worth/Historic Stockyards an average 9.4 out of 10 rating for its exceptional staff, refreshing outdoor pool, and plenty of nearby landmarks to explore. It’s just a one-minute walk from Stockyards Station and the Fort Worth Stockyards Historic District and a five-minute walk from Billy Bob’s Texas.

You can also rent bicycles here, get your caffeine fix from the in-house coffee shop, and enjoy more perks during your stay here. You’ll never want to go home!

Hyatt Place is just one minute from the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. (Michael Barera/CC BY-SA 4.0)

8. Westin Galleria Dallas

Location: 13340 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas

Price: Starting at $185

Best Shopping

Get some holiday shopping done by staying at Westin Galleria Dallas, which is located inside the famous Galleria Dallas shopping center. Visit the designer stores, go ice skating around the tallest indoor Christmas tree in the country, and grab a bite to eatthen, simply walk back to your hotel to drop off your stuff and head out again!

If shopping isn’t enough of a draw, Westin Galleria Dallas also offers a free stay for up to two pet dogs, free self-parking, and an outdoor pool with free cabanas and sun loungers to enjoy in the warmer months. A delicious cook-to-order breakfast, valet, and other luxe amenities are available for an additional fee.

9. Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

Location: 1501 Gaylord Trl, Grapevine

Price: Starting at $309

Best Holiday Activities

It may be the most expensive on the list, but Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center provides the most bang-for-your-buck—especially during the holiday season. This incredible hotel is like its own world, with restaurants overlooking a river inside an atrium. It’s full of dazzling Christmas lights and other holiday décor, plus all the holiday activities your heart could imagine.

From Nov. 14 to Jan. 4, you can see the ICE! Featuring Elf exhibit, with over 2 million pounds of ice hand-crafted into incredible sculptures that tell the story of the famous movie. Or go gingerbread decorating, ice tubing, snowball fighting, and taking photos with Santa.

There are so many amazing and festive things to do, it’ll feel impossible to narrow them down!

The perfect holiday staycation can be found at Gaylord Texan. (Jared Porter/Gaylord Texan)

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  • Sydni Ellis is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in HuffPost, SheKnows, Motherly, Romper, POPSUGAR, and other publications focused on lifestyle, entertainment, parenting, and wellness. She has a Master of Journalism from the University of North Texas and a Best Mama award from her three little boys (at least, that’s what she thinks the scribbled words on the card say). When she isn’t busy singing along to Disney movies and catching her husband up on the latest celebrity gossip, she can almost always be found with a good book and an iced coffee in hand.

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