These words have stuck with me since my recent stay at Halls Art Hotel. Developed by HALL Group, HALL Arts Hotel is an art-forward boutique hotel in the vibrant Dallas Arts District. Last weekend was a busy weekend for my little family and I. We opened our very Little Plant Shop in Uptown…and we thought it was the perfect time to throw a little stay-cation in. Nothing is wrong with mixing a little business with pleasure. And let’s just say-I am so glad we did.
Carlos & I stay at many hotels here in Dallas. Stay-cations are my jam-I must say I am a pro at them. What makes it even more fun, most of the time we have one night where the twins can come hang. It’s safe to say they are Hotel Babies all the way. I am asked on many occasions, “Are we Staying at The Hotel?'“
Meet Hall Arts…..
She is a beauty…and her views are more. Upon our arrival to Hall Arts Hotel, we knew we were home for the weekend. We were greeted by the beautiful site of Christmas and all the Hospitality Cheer. My first thought as I walked in, was that I was staying at an Art Museum for the weekend. It was truly a departure from the traditional expressions of luxury. It was an elevated experience that was filled with warmth and greetings from art-filled spaces.
It was also something that my Twin Boys could enjoy and appreciate. Parents please stop thinking you cannot experience luxury because you have little ones. Our evening with our boys was filled with Pizza in Bed, their own area in the living room watching all their favorite movies. And a growing love for a city they had beautiful night views of.
Room Service…
We loved our room that we had. We stayed in one of the specialty suites. The Overture Suite, located on the 10th floor with stunning views of the Arts District. The Design of the room and the amenities AMAZING.
Guys it was fancy! We had a tablet to open all our shades,drapes, lights and Television. And the tub…lets just say bath tub goals. I also loved the fact that the additional safety precautions were in place. For instance if you wanted ice, you needed to call the front desk and they brought it up right away. They also brought up Mom Juice aka Wine. So that is always a plus.
May I Take your Order..
The food. I’m just going to let the pictures do the talking for you. But for Dinner & Breakfast we had the beautiful pleasure of dining at Ellie’s Restaurant and Lounge. Let just say it was PHENOMENAL. The views, the taste, the atmosphere. Carlos & felt like were in Miami or something.
And the story behind the name, gave it even more cool points. Ellie’s was the true Art of Tradition.
Named after owner Craig Hall’s mother, Ellie was a confident trailblazer for women’s rights and was a compassionate teacher and artist who always looked for the beauty in life. One of her greatest pleasures in life was gathering friends and loved ones to share a delicious meal and spirited conversation, a communal endeavor that brought her immense joy. It is in this spirit of togetherness and joie de vivre that Ellie’s was created.
We started with the White Bean Hummus, Gulf Shrimp Skewers (that was dressed with the most amazing Sweet Chile, Cucumber Salad) Caesar Salad & Salisbury Steak Bites. For Dinner Carlos was basic and had a cheeseburger (Honestly the best cheeseburger her has ever had in his life) I had the La Brisa Short Rib,that was aged for a really really long time. But I forgot for how long because I was too busy eating it. Long story short. Don’t walk, run to Ellie’s Dallas
Breakfast was amazing too! After breakfast I had the chance to take little tour of all that Hall Arts Hotel has to offer. From the gorgeous meeting rooms, endless art & sculptures, state of the art fitness center. And of-course the rooftop pool
So you ask…
Why the Blog title, All That is Possible is Real...All That is Real is Possible. After Dinner Carlos and I like to take walks. Just to talk and catch up on life. Well we came upon this sign. And it would switch back and forth with the words. All That is Possible is Real...All That is Real is Possible. And the words were perfect.
2020 has not been easy. But it has been real. And sometimes we need the real part…to remind us that ALL that is possible. Even during the hard times.
If you get a chance, please visit Hall Arts Hotel. Fall in love with all it has to offer. Fall in love with the Arts, with Dallas, with the joy of relaxing in Luxury. I know that I sure did.
