The State Fair of Texas runs September 25 through October 18, 2026 at Fair Park, on the eastern edge of Dallas. The well-reviewed hotels closest to the fair are along Gaston Avenue near Baylor, in Deep Ellum and on the east side of downtown.
The five picks below mix suite kitchens, a boutique Deep Ellum hotel and big downtown hotels with 9.0 guest scores. They're listed by straight-line distance from Fair Park Station at the fair's Parry Avenue entrance, closest first.
State Fair of Texas hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Distance to the fair entrance (straight line) | Guest score | Nearest Green Line station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element by Marriott Dallas Downtown East | 1.06 mi | 8.6 | Baylor (0.54 mi) |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Downtown at Baylor Scott & White | 1.09 mi | 8.5 | Baylor (0.24 mi) |
| Kimpton Pittman Hotel | 1.24 mi | 9.0 | Deep Ellum (0.14 mi) |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Downtown | 1.79 mi | 9.0 | Akard (0.26 mi) |
| Dallas Marriott Downtown | 1.79 mi | 9.0 | Pearl/Arts District (0.12 mi) |
Getting to the State Fair of Texas from these hotels
- DART's Green Line stops at Fair Park Station, on Parry Avenue at the fair's entrance. From Baylor Station it's one stop, from Deep Ellum two, and from Pearl/Arts District downtown three.
- Rideshare and taxis are staged on Haskell Avenue toward 4206 Gurley Avenue, for drop-off and pickup only. The taxi stand is at Pacific and Gurley, just outside Gate 1.
- The official State Fair lots charge $25 per space, and the fair's parking address is 925 S. Haskell Avenue, Dallas, TX 75223.
- A ticket to the State Fair Classic, the Red River Rivalry or the State Fair Clásico also gets you into the fair on game day.
State Fair of Texas hotels by area
Gaston Avenue: Element and Home2 Suites
The Gaston Avenue hotels are closest to the fair, 1.06 and 1.09 miles from the entrance in a straight line. Home2 Suites is a short walk from Baylor Station, one Green Line stop from Fair Park. The Element is about half a mile from the same station.
Deep Ellum: Kimpton Pittman
The Pittman is steps from Deep Ellum Station, two stops from Fair Park, and you'll have more places to eat and drink after the fair closes.
Downtown: Hampton Inn & Suites and Dallas Marriott Downtown
Both are about 1.79 miles from the fair. The Marriott is by Pearl/Arts District Station, three stops from Fair Park, and the Hampton is near Akard Station, five stops out. They suit fairgoers with other plans in downtown Dallas.
For museums, concerts and games at Fair Park the rest of the year, see hotels near Fair Park.
Hotel-by-hotel breakdown for the State Fair of Texas
Element by Marriott Dallas Downtown East is 1.06 miles from the fair entrance on Gaston Avenue, the closest on this list. Many rooms have kitchenettes, which helps if you're doing several fair days and want to skip a restaurant meal or two.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Downtown at Baylor Scott & White is a few blocks west on Gaston Avenue. The suites have kitchens, and there's an outdoor pool for a hot afternoon after the fairgrounds.
Kimpton Pittman Hotel by IHG on Elm Street in Deep Ellum shares the top guest score of the five, 9.0, and Deep Ellum Station is steps away for the two-stop ride to Fair Park.
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Downtown on Commerce Street has an indoor pool and a 9.0 guest score from more than 1,700 reviews, 1.79 miles from the fair.
Dallas Marriott Downtown on North Pearl Street is the farthest pick at 1.79 miles, but Pearl/Arts District Station is right by it, and it also scores 9.0 with guests.
The hotels
Element by Marriott Dallas Downtown East
4005 Gaston Avenue, Dallas
8.6368 reviews
Closest on this list to the fair entranceKitchenettes in many rooms
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Downtown at Baylor Scott & White
3301 Gaston Avenue, Dallas
8.5786 reviews
Suites with kitchens, outdoor poolNear Baylor Station
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Kimpton - Pittman Hotel by IHG
2551 Elm Street, Dallas
9.0528 reviews
Deep Ellum, 9.0 guest scoreNear Deep Ellum Station
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Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas Downtown
1700 Commerce Street, Dallas
9.01,708 reviews
Indoor pool, 9.0 guest scoreNear Akard Station
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Dallas Marriott Downtown
650 North Pearl Street, Dallas
9.0390 reviews
Downtown, 9.0 guest scoreNear Pearl/Arts District Station
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Planning a longer stay? See all our Dallas hotel guides.
Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to the State Fair of Texas?＋
Element by Marriott Dallas Downtown East on Gaston Avenue is 1.06 miles from Fair Park Station at the fair's Parry Avenue entrance, in a straight line. It's the closest hotel on this list.
Can you walk from these hotels to the State Fair?＋
The Gaston Avenue hotels are about a mile from the entrance in a straight line, so walking is possible, but the Green Line is quicker. From Baylor Station it's one stop to Fair Park, and from Deep Ellum Station it's two.
Does DART go to the State Fair of Texas?＋
Yes. The Green Line stops at Fair Park Station, on Parry Avenue at the fair's entrance, and at MLK Jr. Station, south of Robert B. Cullum Boulevard. From Deep Ellum Station it's two stops to Fair Park, and from St. Paul Station it's four.
When does the State Fair of Texas run in 2026?＋
The 2026 fair runs September 25 through October 18. That covers four weekends. The Red River Rivalry is on Saturday, October 10, which adds a football crowd to that weekend, so book those nights early.
Which hotel works best for families attending the State Fair of Texas?＋
Home2 Suites on Gaston Avenue has kitchens in its suites, an outdoor pool and allows pets, 1.09 miles from the fair entrance. The Element nearby is a close second, with kitchenettes in many rooms and a slightly shorter distance.
Is parking available at these hotels if I drive to the fair?＋
The Element, Home2 Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites and Dallas Marriott Downtown all list parking. At the fair itself, the official lots charge $25 per space, so some visitors park at the hotel and take the Green Line in.
