The Best Hotels Closest to Southern Methodist University in Dallas for 2026

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A restaurant with round tables, purple cushioned booths, and a large tree in the center.

A cafe with a brick facade, a striped awning, and outdoor seating with chairs.

A bar area with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a well-lit bar counter, and hanging lamps.

A kitchen counter with a modern faucet, a cup with "DURO" text, a plate with food, and a vase with green plants.

1. Casa Duro

Lower Greenville, 2.6 km from Southern Methodist University

James

￥53,148

￥69,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A high-rise hotel with a prominent "DOUBLE TREE BY HILTON" sign, surrounded by a busy urban environment with visible traffic and parking areas.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a desk. There is a large window with a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large round table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern lobby with a central pathway, two side counters, and a circular light fixture above.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

2.5 km from Southern Methodist University

Felipe

￥16,163

￥18,959 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a bed.

A bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a well-stocked shelf with various bottles.

3. Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

0.8 km from Southern Methodist University

Cali

￥20,188

￥24,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a vending machine.

A modern restaurant with a fireplace, seating areas, and a bar.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a rack of dumbbells.

Two people seated at a bar with a drink in front of them.

4. HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

Park Cities, 2.4 km from Southern Methodist University

Gabriela

￥16,054

￥19,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A spa entrance with a wooden slatted canopy, stone pathway, and a sign reading "THE SPA AT THE HIGHLAND".

A spa with a brick facade, a pool, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a modern staircase, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern lobby with a blue patterned carpet, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the building's interior.

5. The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton

1 km from Southern Methodist University

MARIA

￥23,332

￥27,368 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a large painting.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a patterned rug. There are multiple plants and a large window providing natural light.

A modern living room with a red sofa, a coffee table, and hanging plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, leather sofas, a patterned rug, and a large wall-mounted sign.

6. Graduate by Hilton Dallas

0.5 km from Southern Methodist University

Emily

￥31,135

￥33,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hallway with a grey and white patterned floor, a purple sofa with yellow cushions, and a modern reception desk with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bed with a headboard.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a desk with a computer, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, coffee machines, and a menu board.

7. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Dallas Uptown

2.7 km from Southern Methodist University

Alexander

￥12,017

￥14,096 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A rooftop pool area with a wooden deck, palm trees, and a view of the cityscape.

A library with bookshelves, a spiral staircase, leather furniture, and a red armchair.

A modern bathroom with a large black bathtub, a window with a view of a cityscape, and a visible faucet.

A rooftop terrace with a bar, seating area, and city views.

8. Hôtel Swexan

6.1 km from Southern Methodist University

Sarah

￥66,445

￥85,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a mix of seating areas including sofas and tables.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of a cityscape.

A restaurant with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a visible menu board.

9. Mint House Dallas Downtown by Kasa

Main Street District, 7 km from Southern Methodist University

Roderick

￥16,626

￥19,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area, and a visible restaurant in the background.

A serene pond with a bridge, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A swimming pool with clear lanes, surrounded by trees and shaded areas with umbrellas.

A modern restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a counter with menu boards.

10. Cooper Hotel Conference Center & Spa

North Dallas, 8.2 km from Southern Methodist University

Bulat

￥19,619

￥26,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

An outdoor patio with seating, a fire pit, and a pergola.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. Tables are set with white tablecloths and glassware.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating arrangements, and large windows.

A high-rise building with multiple floors, surrounded by trees and other buildings.

11. The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas

Uptown, 6 km from Southern Methodist University

Jennifer

￥92,827

￥117,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A grand entrance with an arched doorway, two ornate lanterns, and potted plants on either side.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and string lights.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A banquet hall with rows of chairs, a long table, and candles.

12. Hotel ZaZa Dallas

Uptown, 5.7 km from Southern Methodist University

Shane

￥43,339

￥56,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and chandeliers.

A spacious lobby with a curved grey sofa, a round armchair, and a coffee table. There are large columns, a chandelier, and a large window with a view of the city.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and a large illuminated screen.

A modern living room with a sofa, two side tables, and a large window with a city view.

13. Hotel Crescent Court

Uptown, 5.8 km from Southern Methodist University

Keeshaun

￥60,802

￥84,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A formal dining room with long tables set for a meal, featuring tall vases of white flowers, candles, and gold accents.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass of red wine, a plate of cheese and crackers, and a vase with flowers.

A well-organized retail space with multiple shelves displaying various products, including skincare and beauty items.

A dining area with a round table set for six, surrounded by leather chairs, with a wine rack filled with bottles to the right.

14. Warwick Melrose Dallas

Oak Lawn, 4.6 km from Southern Methodist University

Teresa

￥23,617

￥31,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A grand lobby with a checkered floor, a staircase with floral carpet, and a chandelier.

A luxurious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large bookshelf.

A dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with curtains, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a central round table, and three large arched windows with a view of greenery.

15. Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

4.9 km from Southern Methodist University

Lauren

￥97,886

￥134,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A high-rise building with a modern glass facade, surrounded by other skyscrapers and a circular plaza with a red-lit structure.

A banquet hall with a long table set for a formal event, large windows, and decorative lighting.

A modern hotel with a rooftop pool, surrounded by greenery and illuminated by vertical lights.

A spacious lounge area with sofas and armchairs, a bar with shelves of bottles, and a large TV screen.

16. HALL Arts Hotel, Dallas, Autograph Collection

Dallas Arts District, 6.1 km from Southern Methodist University

Desiree

￥34,812

￥40,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table and multiple chairs, a refrigerator with beverages, and a counter with various food items and a coffee machine.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher, wooden cabinets, and a white countertop.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Medical District Lovefield

Oak Lawn, 5.9 km from Southern Methodist University

Peter D

￥15,511

￥18,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A rooftop lounge with a city skyline view, including modern high-rise buildings and a clear sky.

A rooftop bar with wicker chairs and tables, city skyline view in the background.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a city view.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows offering city views, and modern lighting fixtures.

18. Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown

4.2 km from Southern Methodist University

Crystal

￥32,456

￥38,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern living room with a city view, a chandelier, a dining area with chairs, a sofa, a TV, and a cabinet.

A modern outdoor area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a spa sign.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a massage chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city skyline at night.

19. Omni Dallas Hotel

7.9 km from Southern Methodist University

Hana

￥37,991

￥45,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern hotel lobby with a central water feature, large glass windows, and wooden paneling.

A buffet setup with various food items and cooking equipment.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A spacious hotel atrium with multiple dining areas, an escalator, and a large glass facade allowing natural light.

20. Hyatt Regency Dallas

Downtown Dallas, 7.9 km from Southern Methodist University

THERESE

￥30,043

￥35,240 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Southern Methodist University

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Casa Duro	9.4 Exceptional 162 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre	9.0 Wonderful 1,875 reviews	View
Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,836 reviews	View
HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park	8.4 Very Good 1,110 reviews	View
The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton	8.4 Very Good 1,005 reviews	View

Top Southern Methodist University Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

10/10 Excellent

"The room and hotel was spotless. All the staff were very helpful and quickly shipped some items left behind. Especially, my granddaughters favorite stuffed owl. She was crying for days. Thanks to all of you at Doubletree. The bar and bartender were awesome. The food was top notch. Entrance is under construction but not too difficult to get around."

Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A/c never seemed to get cool. It was hot and the room smelled."

Graduate by Hilton Dallas

10/10 Excellent

"Love the Pottery Barn decor! Very clean, check in clerk and valet were very nice. Loved the restaurant as well."

Drey Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The reason we booked the hotel was we were attending a concert at the beach club. The hotel exceeded the expectations. We are already planning out next Stay in May of 2027."

Hilton Dallas/Park Cities

10/10 Excellent

"No thanks. A great hotel indeed"

Casa Duro

8/10 Good

"Cute spot. Had a hard time getting checked in and we were only given 2 towels total for a two bed two bath apt for 3 nights so feels like this is best for 1 night or 2 night. Still would recommend for convenience etc!"

The Monticello Guest House - Charming M Streets - Dallas

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and comfortable. Slept great!"

Highland Park Mansion on Beverly Drive, 1000 feet from the football stadium!!

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location, tons of space, is stocked with everything you could need! "

Other attractions near Southern Methodist University

George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Put yourself in the shoes of President George W. Bush in a museum dedicated to the events and decisions made during his time in office.

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An art gallery with orange walls, wooden floors, and a chandelier.

Meadows Museum

9.4/10 (39 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Meadows Museum in Dallas. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Moody Coliseum

Catch an event at Moody Coliseum during your trip to Dallas. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Gerald J. Ford Stadium

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Catch an event at Gerald J. Ford Stadium during your trip to Dallas. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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Mockingbird Station Shopping

During your visit to Dallas, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mockingbird Station Shopping. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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The Highland Dallas

After visiting The Highland Dallas, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dallas. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Robson and Lindley Aquatics Center

Catch an event at Robson and Lindley Aquatics Center during your trip to Dallas. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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Angelika Film Center

You can enjoy a show at Angelika Film Center during your stay in Dallas. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Southern Methodist University?

Southern Methodist University is located in a vibrant area of Dallas known for its array of dining options and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 55 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Southern Methodist University?

Adjacent to Southern Methodist University, Graduate by Hilton Dallas is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel and The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Southern Methodist University?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Southern Methodist University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Southern Methodist University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Southern Methodist University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Southern Methodist University?

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What can I see and do near Southern Methodist University?

George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, Nasher Sculpture Center, and Dallas Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Explore landmarks like Old Deep Ellum Historic District, Dealey Plaza, and Cathedral Santuario de Guadalupe. You can watch performances at Granada Theater, Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, and Majestic Theater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Southern Methodist University hotels

1. Casa Duro

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

3. Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4. HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

5. The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton

6. Graduate by Hilton Dallas

7. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Dallas Uptown

8. Hôtel Swexan

9. Mint House Dallas Downtown by Kasa

10. Cooper Hotel Conference Center & Spa

11. The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas

12. Hotel ZaZa Dallas

13. Hotel Crescent Court

14. Warwick Melrose Dallas

15. Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

16. HALL Arts Hotel, Dallas, Autograph Collection

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Medical District Lovefield

18. Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown

19. Omni Dallas Hotel

20. Hyatt Regency Dallas

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Top Southern Methodist University Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Graduate by Hilton Dallas

Drey Hotel

Hilton Dallas/Park Cities

Casa Duro

The Monticello Guest House - Charming M Streets - Dallas

Highland Park Mansion on Beverly Drive, 1000 feet from the football stadium!!

Other attractions near Southern Methodist University

George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum

Meadows Museum

Moody Coliseum

Gerald J. Ford Stadium

Mockingbird Station Shopping

The Highland Dallas

Robson and Lindley Aquatics Center

Angelika Film Center

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