HOUSTON, Texas—Bunkhouse Hotels introduced the opening of Resort Daphne, its latest boutique property, in Houston’s Heights neighborhood. The 49-room lodge consists of an Italian-style restaurant and bar, a library and small non-public occasion area, a courtyard, and a retail store.
Following the lately opened Resort Saint Augustine in Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, Resort Daphne brings the model’s community-driven method to Houston Heights. With structure designed in collaboration with Blanchard A+D, the newly constructed five-story brick constructing displays the architectural character of the Heights with stepped parapets, metal sash home windows, and painted white brick that nod to the realm’s industrial previous. Panorama design by McDugald Steele integrates giant heritage oak bushes.
“The Heights is the best neighborhood on earth and has lengthy been starved for a lodge choice befitting of its noteworthy structure, distinctive historical past, and creative spirit. We wished to create an city oasis the place neighbors and out-of-towners alike have a spot to hang around or spend the evening in an elegant, but snug setting—with nice areas to assemble, rotating paintings from our household’s non-public assortment, and Hypsi on the coronary heart of all of it. Chef Terrence’s culinary imaginative and prescient is so thrilling, and we couldn’t be extra thrilled to lastly share it with the group, along with every part else that we’ve been engaged on,” stated Ben Ackerley.
Design
The foyer features a entrance desk wrapped in handmade tile, with a Murano chandelier hanging above, in addition to a semi-circular modular couch upholstered in materials, whereas signature retail objects are displayed alongside an collection of artwork from the Ackerley household’s private assortment, together with items by Vernon Fisher and Kent Dorn. A 350-square-foot library with customized tables with onyx chess units is adjoining to the foyer, and it transitions into a personal eating or cocktail salon.
Hypsi, the lodge’s all-day restaurant and lounge, is led by chef Terrence Gallivan,and it gives Italian-style aperitivo with Gulf Coast substances. The menu features a Tableside Mozzarella Cart, handmade pastas, and shareable plates, paired with Italian wines, spritzes, and craft cocktails. An adjoining vine-covered courtyard expands the restaurant’s area. Hypsi is open for breakfast and dinner, with lunch to debut in January.
“This actually is a neighborhood lodge, and we hope that it’ll develop into an area the place you’ll be able to really feel form of tucked away and linger for some time, with a cocktail or cup of espresso,” stated Erin Lindsey, regional vice chairman of brand name and advertising, Bunkhouse Resorts & JdV by Hyatt. “Whether or not you’re a neighbor in a literal sense or a neighbor from afar, you’ll really feel an actual sense of place and belonging on this little gem within the Heights.”
Guestrooms and Suites
Every of the 49 guestrooms and suites consists of customized beds framed in darkish wooden with headboards upholstered in panorama textilesas effectively as Mohair seating and humanities and crafts-style credenzas. Choose rooms embody non-public terraces overlooking the courtyard. Canine-friendly lodging, room service, and concierge choices spherical out a visitor expertise.
“We’re thrilled to deliver Resort Daphne to Houston Heights, a neighborhood with a wealthy historical past and a thriving inventive group,” stated Omar Abreu, regional basic supervisor. “Following the nice and cozy reception of Resort Saint Augustine in Montrose, it’s extremely rewarding to deliver one other distinctive vacation spot to life in one among Houston’s most vibrant neighborhoods.”
