The Joule
From being home to some of the best sports teams in the country to boasting an incredible arts scene, Dallas is a lively destination in the Lone Star State that we keep coming back to. If you’ve got a trip here on the books, consider staying at The Joule, a trendy luxury hotel that has everything you could want in a city escape. Read our full review of the boutique property below.
What You Need to Know
The Look of The Joule
The Joule is housed in a 1920s Neo-Gothic bank building that beautifully mixes historical details of the original building (like marble flooring, elevators, and staircases) with contemporary design. Around the hotel, you’ll find incredible works by famous artists like Andy Warhol, opulent gold accents, and original bank fixtures like two enormous gear wheels at the center of the lobby.
The hotel’s glass-bottom, cantilevered infinity pool is another talking point because it juts out from the side of the building so you can see the street down below. The pool area also features daybeds and loungers to enjoy on warm Texas afternoons.
The Joule is known for its food and drink options, which include CBD Provisions, a Texas-influenced farm-to-table brasserie that serves hefty steaks; Sassetta, a Southern Italian eatery with a beautiful patio and delicious housemade pasta and pizza; Midnight Rambler, a hip underground cocktail bar; and Weekend Coffee, which offers gourmet pastries like cruffins and croissants.
Rooms are on the small side but packed with style — plus, no two are the same. Decidedly sleek and modern, they feature jewel-tone color palettes alongside dark woods and lots of steel and glass. Larger groups will love the penthouses that are up to 2,500 square feet in size and have full kitchens and entertaining spaces, two bedrooms on separate levels, and wraparound balconies.
The Vibe at The Joule
The vibe here is low-key and relaxed, with an undercurrent of feeling like you’ve been let in on a super cool secret. From the sprawling subterranean spa to the rooftop pool and the chic restaurants and bars, there are plenty of places to hang out and enjoy the hotel’s cool atmosphere without feeling like you need to rush to the next thing.
Who Will Love The Joule
The hotel attracts a trendy crowd of people who work in art, music, and fashion and want to see and be seen in Dallas.
Who Might Not Love The Joule
While The Joule isn’t adults-only, it does have a more adult vibe. Families with young children may be more comfortable elsewhere.