You can walk to the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza from all five of these Downtown Dallas hotels, with mid-range and luxury picks.
How we ranked these hotels
Walking distance to the Sixth Floor Museum at 411 Elm Street sets the order: the closer a hotel is, the higher it is, whatever the brand or star rating. When two hotels are the same distance, the higher star rating goes first. Guest scores, and making sure at least one mid-range hotel made it, decided the final five.
We left out the CozySuites apartment-style units on Elm Street and the low-rated independent listings. They work as short-term rentals, without a front desk or consistent amenities. Dream Scapes Dallas at 300 N Akard St had very poor reviews, so it's out too.
Quick comparison: hotels near Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
| Hotel | Guest score | Stars | Distance | Walk time | Nearest DART station |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson Dallas, by Hyatt | 8.8 (358 reviews) | 5 | 0.40 mi | 8 min | Akard |
| The Adolphus, Autograph Collection | 9 (871 reviews) | 5 | 0.57 mi | 11 min | Akard |
| Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas | 8.2 (1,037 reviews) | 3 | 0.61 mi | 12 min | Akard |
| Magnolia Hotel Downtown Dallas | 9 (2,847 reviews) | 4 | 0.62 mi | 12 min | Akard |
| The Joule Dallas | 9 (610 reviews) | 5 | 0.64 mi | 13 min | Akard |
Getting around from Dealey Plaza
- The West End DART station on Pacific Avenue puts you one stop from EBJ Union Station (Red and Blue lines) and one stop from Akard (all four lines).
- Tickets are sold at the museum's Visitors Center, so head there first.
- The Dallas Streetcar connects Union Station to the Bishop Arts District if you want to explore beyond downtown.
- Parking in the West End Historic District fills fast on weekends; hotels with on-site garages save you the search.
What to expect from the West End Historic District
The blocks immediately surrounding Dealey Plaza mix 19th-century brick warehouses with modern office towers. Restaurants and bars cluster along Market Street and along the Main Street corridor heading east toward the Akard station.
The West End itself is quieter in the evenings than the Uptown or Deep Ellum neighborhoods, so it's a good base for reaching the museum before the tour groups do.
Two hotels on this list are on Commerce Street, one is on Main Street, and the other two are on Pacific Avenue and Akard Street, all a walk east of the museum.
The hotels
Thompson Dallas, by Hyatt
205 North Akard Street, Dallas
8.8358 reviews
Hyatt's World of Care sets brand-wide carbon and water targets, and the Thompson Dallas reports its own data through it.2 min walk to Akard (Red/Blue/Green/Orange)
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The Adolphus, Autograph Collection
1321 Commerce Street, Dallas
9.0871 reviews
4 min walk to Akard (Red/Blue/Green/Orange)The same 5 stars and guest score of 9 as The Joule, and the shorter walk of the two to the museum
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Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas
1600 Pacific Avenue , Dallas
8.21,037 reviews
Hilton participates in the LightStay sustainability measurement program, tracking energy, water, and waste data across its portfolio including this property.2 min walk to Akard (Red/Blue/Green/Orange)
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Magnolia Hotel Downtown Dallas
1401 Commerce Street, Dallas
9.02,847 reviews
4 min walk to Akard (Red/Blue/Green/Orange)In the 1922 tower that was once the Magnolia Petroleum Company Building, with the red Pegasus on the roof
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The Joule Dallas
1530 Main Street, Dallas
9.0610 reviews
4 min walk to Akard (Red/Blue/Green/Orange)Its rooftop pool, cantilevered over Main Street, is one of the best-known hotel pools in downtown Dallas
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza?＋
The Thompson Dallas at 205 North Akard Street is the closest on this list, a 0.40-mile walk (about 8 minutes) east of the museum. The Adolphus at 1321 Commerce Street is next at 0.57 miles.
Is there a mid-range hotel within walking distance of the Sixth Floor Museum?＋
Yes. The Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Dallas at 1600 Pacific Avenue is a 3-star property within walking distance of the museum, and it includes a pool and on-site restaurant.
Which DART light rail stations are closest to these hotels?＋
Akard station on Pacific Avenue, between Akard and Field streets, is the closest DART stop to all five hotels, and West End station on Pacific Avenue is the closest to the museum. Both are served by the Red, Blue, Green and Orange lines.
Can I walk from these hotels to Dealey Plaza?＋
Yes. Every hotel on this list is within a mile of the museum at 411 Elm Street, a walk west through downtown.
Do any of these hotels have rooftop pools?＋
The Joule Dallas on Main Street has a rooftop pool that extends over the street, and the Thompson Dallas on North Akard Street also has a rooftop pool with bar service.
Are pets allowed at hotels near the Sixth Floor Museum?＋
The Joule Dallas welcomes pets with no extra fee. Thompson Dallas takes dogs up to 50 pounds, two per room, with no fee on stays under 30 nights. The Adolphus allows two pets up to 40 pounds per room for a $150 cleaning fee per stay, and the Magnolia charges a non-refundable pet fee of $55 a night. We couldn't confirm a published pet policy for the Hilton Garden Inn, so check with the hotel before booking.
