We picked these five Uptown Dallas hotels on three things: how close they are on foot to the 2500 block of McKinney Avenue, verified guest scores, and published sustainability credentials where a hotel has them.
All five are in Uptown, the area bounded by Woodall Rodgers Freeway, US-75, Lemmon Avenue and Turtle Creek Boulevard. You'll find both upscale and luxury picks.
How we ranked these hotels in Uptown Dallas
Hotels closest to McKinney Avenue are at the top, measured as walking routes from the 2500 block. When two are within 0.1 miles of each other, the higher star rating goes first; when the stars match too, the one with verified sustainability credentials goes first. Guest scores decided the final cut. We left out apartments, short-term rentals and unlisted units, however well rated, and hotels outside Uptown's boundaries.
Uptown Dallas hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Distance | Guest score | Sustainability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel ZaZa Dallas | 4 | 0.14 mi | 9.4 | None verified |
| Hotel Crescent Court | 5 | 0.23 mi | 9.2 | None verified |
| Hôtel Swexan | 5 | 0.38 mi | 9.5 | None verified |
| The Stoneleigh, Autograph Collection | 4 | 0.45 mi | 8.6 | Marriott Bonvoy Serve 360 program |
| Marriott Dallas Uptown | 4 | 0.46 mi | 9.3 | Marriott Bonvoy Serve 360 program |
Getting around Uptown Dallas without a car
- The M-Line streetcar runs along McKinney Avenue and connects to the DART light rail network at St. Paul Station, served by the Red, Blue, Green and Orange lines, and at Cityplace/Uptown Station.
- Most Uptown blocks are walkable in under 10 minutes from any hotel on this list, so you can skip rideshares for dinner or bar visits along McKinney Avenue.
- DART's GoPass app covers both light rail and bus fares. Buy a day pass if you plan more than two trips.
What to expect from Uptown Dallas as a base
Uptown Dallas puts you close to McKinney Avenue's restaurant corridor and the Katy Trail. The American Airlines Center in Victory Park is a short drive or rideshare southwest.
The M-Line streetcar stops along McKinney Avenue, so you can reach the Arts District and downtown without a car. Parking in Uptown gets tight on weekend evenings, so if you're driving, check garage space with your hotel before you arrive.
The hotels
Hotel ZaZa Dallas
2332 Leonard Street, Dallas
9.4634 reviews
The M-Line trolley on McKinney Avenue connects to St. Paul Station (DART)Cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes welcome, with a $100 one-time deposit per pet
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Hotel Crescent Court
400 Crescent Court, Dallas
9.2316 reviews
The M-Line trolley on McKinney Avenue connects to St. Paul Station (DART)St. Paul Station serves the DART Red, Blue, Green and Orange Lines
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Hôtel Swexan
2575 McKinnon Street, Dallas
9.5188 reviews
The M-Line trolley on McKinney Avenue connects to St. Paul Station (DART)St. Paul Station serves the DART Red, Blue, Green and Orange Lines
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The Stoneleigh, Autograph Collection
2927 Maple Avenue, Dallas
8.6258 reviews
Covered by Marriott's Serve 360, which sets single-use plastic targets and runs food-donation partnerships across Autograph Collection hotels.The M-Line trolley on McKinney Avenue connects to St. Paul Station (DART)
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Marriott Dallas Uptown
3033 Fairmount Street, Dallas
9.3140 reviews
Covered by Marriott's Serve 360 brand goals for food waste and carbon, and the hotel has EV charging on site.The M-Line trolley on McKinney Avenue connects to St. Paul Station (DART)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel on this list is closest to McKinney Avenue?＋
Hotel ZaZa Dallas on Leonard Street is the closest, about a 3-minute walk (0.14 miles) from the 2500 block of McKinney Avenue, with Hotel Crescent Court about 5 minutes away. Marriott Dallas Uptown on Fairmount Street is the farthest of the five, about a 9-minute walk.
Do any of these hotels have EV charging?＋
Marriott Dallas Uptown on Fairmount Street has EV charging on site. For the other properties, contact the hotel directly to confirm current availability before arrival.
Can you get around Uptown Dallas without renting a car?＋
Yes. The M-Line streetcar runs along McKinney Avenue and connects to DART light rail at St. Paul Station, served by all four DART light rail lines, and at Cityplace/Uptown Station. From any hotel on this list, most of McKinney Avenue's restaurants, bars and shops are within a 10-minute walk.
Which hotel has the highest guest satisfaction score?＋
Hôtel Swexan on McKinnon Street carries a guest score of 9.5, the highest among the five hotels on this list, with Hotel ZaZa Dallas close behind at 9.4.
Are there pet-friendly hotels in Uptown Dallas on this list?＋
Four properties on this list accept pets: Hotel ZaZa Dallas on Leonard Street, The Stoneleigh on Maple Avenue, Hôtel Swexan on McKinnon Street, and Hotel Crescent Court on Crescent Court. Hotel ZaZa takes cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes for a $100 deposit per pet. Confirm pet fees and size limits directly with each hotel before booking.
What are the neighborhood boundaries for Uptown Dallas?＋
Uptown Dallas is generally bounded by Woodall Rodgers Freeway to the south, US-75 (Central Expressway) to the east, Lemmon Avenue to the north, and Turtle Creek Boulevard to the west. All five hotels on this list are inside these boundaries.
