A Downtown Fort Worth Landmark with a Century of Stories

Set right on Main Street in the heart of downtown Fort Worth, the Hilton Fort Worth carries a name locals still recognize from another era: Hotel Texas. The building first opened its doors in December 1921, making it one of the most storied hospitality addresses in North Texas. A century later, the restored property stands as a quiet reminder of how the city has grown around it.
From Hotel Texas to Hilton Fort Worth
Originally built as The Hotel Texas, the property has been welcoming guests since 1921 and reached its centennial milestone in December of that anniversary year. After a full restoration in 2006, it reopened under the Hilton banner, joined to the brand through a franchise license with Hilton Inns, Inc. The building has hosted presidents, celebrities, and many noteworthy Texans across the decades, with President John F. Kennedy's final address being among its most famous moments.
Rooms Designed Around the Hilton Serenity Bed
The hotel offers 294 guest rooms in total, each thoughtfully appointed around the signature Hilton Serenity Bed. In-room entertainment comes via a 55-inch LCD flat-screen cable television with premium channels, and complimentary wireless Internet access is available throughout. Room configurations listed by the property include options such as Two Double Beds, Two Double with Sofa Bed, Two Double Pure Wellness Room, One King Bed, One King Bed Deluxe Corner, One King Sofa Bed, One King Pure Wellness Sofa Bed, and One King Bed on a high floor. Accessible guestrooms are also available for guests with special needs.
Dining and On-Site Spaces
Dining at the property centers on Ruth's Chris Steak House and 8th and Main, both located within the building. The hotel also features 22,667 square feet of meeting and event space, paired with a modern fitness center for guests looking to keep up their routine while traveling.
Right Next to the Convention Center
The Hilton Fort Worth sits directly adjacent to the Fort Worth Convention Center, making it a natural base for business travelers and conference attendees heading downtown. Business services are offered on site, and complimentary WiFi is available in all rooms to keep work flowing between sessions.
Practical Considerations
The property operates as a 100% non-smoking environment, and parking is offered with secured and covered options plus in/out privileges, though EV charging is not available. No airport shuttle is provided to Dallas/Fort Worth International, Fort Worth Meacham, or Dallas Love Field. Some on-site details may change over time, so it's worth confirming current arrangements before arrival.
A Place on the Historic Hotels of America Lists
The Hilton Fort Worth has been recognized byHistoric Hotels of Americaand named to the 2024 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America list, a nod to its preserved character and cultural weight in downtown Fort Worth.
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