General information: Welcome to Alden, Houston's intimate oasis of modern luxury and exceptional service, located in the heart of downtown. Along with all of this comfort and style, Alden offers you unparalleled service - our most valuable asset. Location: Alden is located in the heart of the Central Business District within walking distance of the Theatre District, George R. Brown Convention Center, local courthouses, restaurants, nightlife, the downtown light rail system, Minute Maid Park and the new Toyota Center. Area: You will be minutes away from Galleria/Uptown shopping, Medical Center, Museum District, Reliant Park, NASA and Johnson Space Center and Golf Courses. Recreation: Our award-winning restaurant, 17, offers an enticing variety of American cuisine paired with an extensive domestic and international wine list. And, our intimate lounge, a+, provides the perfect end to any day with a unique menu of concoctions. Also don't forget to visit our 24 hour fitness facility. The enclosed Veranda features a climate-controlled space with an indoor/outdoor feel, versatile for weddings or social events. Rooms: Each of our 97 guestrooms pamper with lavish residential luxury, while providing the modern-day conveniences the savvy traveler has come to expect: complimentary wireless internet access, 24-hour room service, flat screens and an extensive DVD Library. All rooms boast luxurious residential-quality bedding and linens with 400-thread count Egyptian cotton sheets, down pillows and comforters, exquisite pillow-top mattresses, and plush terry robes and towels.