A spectacular urban retreat in the heart of a vibrant southern metropolis, The Ritz-Carlton Dallas ushers in a new level of grandeur and personal service. Ideally located on the edge of the central business district in Uptown Dallas, this luxury hotel is situated amid entertainment venues, fine dining, upscale shopping and the largest urban arts community in the United States. The Crescent office, residential and retail complex is a mere two tenths mile away. Trolley service to the arts district and nearby restaurants and shops is available in front of the hotel. * Elegant appointed guest rooms at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas feature flat-panel high definition televisions, gourmet coffee and tea service, high speed and wireless Internet access, an in-room safe with outlet for laptop recharging and storage, iron and board, signature bedding, spacious writing desk, stocked refreshment center and two-line telephones. Enjoy twenty-four hour in-room dining or sample the many culinary options on the menu in Fearing's restaurant. Relax with your favorite beverage in the visually stunning lobby lounge. Recreational facilities include a fitness center, heated outdoor swimming pool and an opulent twelve-thousand square foot spa. The Ritz-Carlton's luxury ballroom is the largest in downtown Dallas seating up to seven hundred fifty banquet guests. The executive business center and all meeting salons are equipped with state-of-the-art technology. Pets up to twenty-five pounds are allowed with prior notice and a non-refundable fee of USD 125. Underground valet parking is USD 20 per night with in/out privileges. Come experience The Ritz-Carlton and discover for yourself why this new hotel is poised to become the premier destination in Dallas for leisure and business travel. * The Ritz-Carlton hotels in the United States and Canada are smoke-free. To accomodate the needs of guests who smoke, we offer special smoking areas outside of the hotel. Please contact the hotel directly to inquire about the location of the designated smoking areas.