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

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A resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and covered seating areas.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and artwork on the wall.

A bar area with wooden shelves, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

1. Drey Hotel

2.6 km from Southern Methodist University

karla

￥30,514

￥45,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A well-lit living room with a round window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

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.

2. Casa Duro

Lower Greenville, 2.6 km from Southern Methodist University

kelly

￥49,260

￥64,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

A bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing in a room with large windows overlooking a cityscape.

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

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

2.5 km from Southern Methodist University

Lamarcus

￥18,969

￥22,250 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance.

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.

4. Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

0.8 km from Southern Methodist University

Jenny

￥26,123

￥32,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

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

5. HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

Park Cities, 2.4 km from Southern Methodist University

Ilse Andrea Rodarte

￥17,311

￥20,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

6. The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton

1 km from Southern Methodist University

Ana Gabriela

￥29,390

￥34,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and umbrellas.

7. Graduate by Hilton Dallas

0.5 km from Southern Methodist University

Lucia

￥33,422

￥35,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A modern office desk with a computer, two lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.

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

8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Dallas Uptown

2.7 km from Southern Methodist University

Zachary

￥11,331

￥13,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

9. Hôtel Swexan

6.1 km from Southern Methodist University

Ronald

￥70,250

￥90,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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.

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

10. Cooper Hotel Conference Center & Spa

North Dallas, 8.2 km from Southern Methodist University

Georgina

￥21,645

￥29,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city skyline, and a cactus plant.

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

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

11. Mint House Dallas Downtown by Kasa

Main Street District, 7 km from Southern Methodist University

Jeannette

￥16,842

￥19,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a black countertop.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a black sofa, and a fireplace below.

A modern living room with a black sofa, a glass coffee table, and a black rug. There is a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a kitchen area in the background.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a small shelf with toiletries.

12. Modern Oasis Near Deep Ellum

Old East Dallas, 4.7 km from Southern Methodist University

￥19,545

￥44,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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.

13. Hotel ZaZa Dallas

Uptown, 5.7 km from Southern Methodist University

lisa

￥51,041

￥67,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance.

14. Hotel Crescent Court

Uptown, 5.8 km from Southern Methodist University

Keeshaun

￥51,196

￥64,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

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

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Medical District Lovefield

Oak Lawn, 5.9 km from Southern Methodist University

Ashley

￥15,356

￥18,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with seating, a pool, and string lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a bookshelf with decorative items and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a large abstract painting, and a view of the city through the window.

A wedding ceremony setup with a bride in a white dress, clear chairs, and blue curtains.

16. Kimpton Pittman Hotel – Downtown Dallas by IHG

Deep Ellum, 6.6 km from Southern Methodist University

Gina

￥33,992

￥44,489 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

17. Warwick Melrose Dallas

Oak Lawn, 4.6 km from Southern Methodist University

Lora

￥26,084

￥34,284 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, large windows offering a city view, a round table, and orange and white furniture.

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

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

18. Omni Dallas Hotel

7.9 km from Southern Methodist University

Monte

￥37,613

￥44,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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 with a distinctive tower and reflective glass facade.

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

19. Hyatt Regency Dallas

Downtown Dallas, 7.9 km from Southern Methodist University

Von

￥31,631

￥37,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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.

20. HALL Arts Hotel, Dallas, Autograph Collection

Dallas Arts District, 6.1 km from Southern Methodist University

Ross

￥41,388

￥54,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Southern Methodist University

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Drey Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 373 reviews	View
Casa Duro	9.4 Exceptional 167 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre	9.0 Wonderful 1,978 reviews	View
Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel	8.8 Excellent 1,810 reviews	View
HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park	8.4 Very good 1,143 reviews	View

Top Southern Methodist University Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nice and clean. Staff really helpful. Great location."

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

8/10 Good

"Clean. Convenient. Nice. I would stay here again."

Quality Inn & Suites Dallas - Cityplace

10/10 Excellent

"The only issue I had was that the staff at the front desk did not emphasize the free breakfast. Of course there were signs posted but it would seem to me that they might do that to insure that the guests feel welcome and it would provide a way to show off the excellent breakfast that the hotel offers to the guest."

Warwick Melrose Dallas

8/10 Good

"I was advised that I had late checkout. When I attempted to enter the room prior to my late checkout time (after being at the pool) they told me I had to show identification(as I’m standing there in my bathing suit with only my towel and keycard). I obviously had no purse with me. Very annoying and zero responsibility for locking me out of the room. Otherwise, the room and Library Bar were impeccable."

Graduate by Hilton Dallas

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is directly across from SMU so it was very convenient for my son to go to a football camp there. Great restaurant on premise and the pool was charming."

HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent!"

Dallas Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"10/10!! Exactly as advertised! WAYYYY better than a hotel. If you're looking for a place to stay, stop. This is the one. Heart of town, close to tons of attractions. Couldn't be happier ! The worst thing I can say is there was some minor cosmetic damage that I couldn't care less about. It was super convenient to come back to a house instead of some hotel room. Every night we had a parking spot right next to the apartment. Absolutely loved our stay. Very cool place to stay for a long weekend. Thank you so much to the host for making this place available and at such a reasonable price. We will be back!!!"

Casa Duro

10/10 Excellent

"Favorite place to stay in Dallas"

Spacious 4BR Home - King Suite - Family Friendly - Near Dallas Attractions

8/10 Good

"Our stay was very good. The home was clean and easy to access. Having a gated drive was a really nice extra. The home was well appointed and very clean. All the beds were comfy. The home had a very cozy feel. The property is very conveniently located for doing things in Dallas and the suburbs. I would have given a 5 start if it wasn’t for the street and plane noise. The property is located on a busy street and near a major airport that starts flight services at 6:00 am. The street noise was especially an issue for the front two bedrooms. That said bring earplugs if you want to sleep in. We would stay here again even knowing about the noise because the home was very homey and super convenient."

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 great live music 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 45 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 45 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 Angelika Film Center, Granada Theater, and Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Southern Methodist University hotels

1. Drey Hotel

2. Casa Duro

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

4. Hotel Mockingbird, Dallas, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5. HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

6. The Highland Dallas, Curio Collection by Hilton

7. Graduate by Hilton Dallas

8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Dallas Uptown

9. Hôtel Swexan

10. Cooper Hotel Conference Center & Spa

11. Mint House Dallas Downtown by Kasa

12. Modern Oasis Near Deep Ellum

13. Hotel ZaZa Dallas

14. Hotel Crescent Court

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Dallas Medical District Lovefield

16. Kimpton Pittman Hotel – Downtown Dallas by IHG

17. Warwick Melrose Dallas

18. Omni Dallas Hotel

19. Hyatt Regency Dallas

20. HALL Arts Hotel, Dallas, Autograph Collection

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Top Southern Methodist University Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Hotel Dallas Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Campbell Centre

Quality Inn & Suites Dallas - Cityplace

Warwick Melrose Dallas

Graduate by Hilton Dallas

HYATT house Dallas/Lincoln Park

Dallas Oasis

Casa Duro

Spacious 4BR Home - King Suite - Family Friendly - Near Dallas Attractions

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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