“Thoroughly Enjoyable”

Architecture looks like it was originally a 1960-ish motor lodge. Real cool renovation. Dinner was outstanding as were the $9-$15 speciality drinks.

“Relaxing and convenient”

We tried a relatively new boutique hotel that surprised us. The location was convenient to all the places we tend to go. The staff was extremely helpful, and the rooms were very nice. The only critique is that it tends to be somewhat noisy at night when people are in the hallways or entering their rooms. But I would not let this discourage someone from staying there. We would definitely stay there again.

“Excellent value + Great location”

The staff is great and the room was very comfortable and very well decorated. The bed was as comfortable as that of a higher end hotel. The location is a big plus. Overall comfort does't get the maximum grade because of reduced closet and almost no drawer space. We were there on a three night stay and had more stuff that what conveniently could get stored. We had breakfast there at a reasonable price. Note that they only serve continental breakfast.

“Sophisticated comfort”

From the minute you pull up to the valet stand, you recognize that this hotel is going to be different. The valet was very personable and informative. Inside the minimalist lobby, which is quite comfortable and understated, you get a hint of what is to come when get to your room. I like the idea of being able to sit down when you check in. The King Suite was very spacious, modern and sophisticated with plasma TV and smart, contempory furnishings. Ergonomics were good with the wired broadband, wall switch for lights next to the bed, dimmer controls and roomy walkin shower. The pedestal sink was attractive, but I would prefer to have some counter space for my stuff. The staff from the front desk, to housekeeping and the restaurant were all very friendly and helpful. The one meal I had at the restaurant, Social, was very well prepared, but pricy. And the price for a shot of Patron was outrageous- twice as much as most nice restaurants. In fact, I had one a very popular Uptown Dallas spot that was exactly half the price. Breakfast at Social was very limited as well. Overall, Hotel Lumen is a very enjoyable place to stay. It's conveniently located, but a little off the beaten path in a pretty quiet neighborhood across from SMU. If I could afford their normal rates, I'd stay here on all my visits to the metroplex.

“Hotel Lumen is Great”

Hotel Lumen is an excellent boutique neighborhood hotel across from SMU.

“great location - great bed”

great location, great bed

“Wonderful, quirky Lumen... life's too short for mediocre hotels!”

For the future, I've resolved to start making better, more conscious decisions regarding my travel accommodations... and my stay at Lumen counts as a screaming success toward that goal. Nestled in a quiet suburban neighborhood, local associates told me that the building used to house a small, dingy chain hotel. Beautifully rehabbed, Lumen adds a wonderful, quirky little flair to everything aspect of a hotel stay. Euro-American style means a concierge-style check-in desk; cool, low-key lobby decor and restaurant; and the friendliest group of hoteliers -- from bell staff to housekeeping -- that you'll ever meet. For about the same money as the business-traveler chains, Lumen offers an intimate room which is simultaneously avant-garde and welcoming... decorated with highly-styled furniture in rich, dark wood tones... no melamine here. Fluffy duvet bedding and a chair you can actually sit in make this a comfy hideout at the end of a challenging day of travel. Flat screen, DVD player, and the customary free Internet access round out the amenities. And Lumen's designers have acknowledged that NOBODY wants to bathe in that dinky, dirty tub found in most rooms. In its place is a spacious glass-doored shower, with beautiful tile work and full-body spray jets; once again, function and style are proved NOT to be mutually exclusive. I think we all owe it to ourselves to seek out fun, comfortable and right-priced lodging whenever and wherever we can find it, and Lumen fits the bill.

“One of the best”

Private, quite and a touch of class

“Nice Hotel”

Excellent service, clean and close to SMU.

“loved the lumen”

Valet and luggage same person with a quick check in and onto the room. Perfect placement of desk, living and bedroom with great linens. There could have been a mirror in the living room area or a light by the mirror in the bedroom for 2 doing makeup but we managed. The kitchen was great with the bar for breakfast while we watched our morning news on the plasma tv. cant wait till next visit.