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Boutique hotel opening ritzes up Dallas Love Field neighborhood

A new dual-branded hotel complex has opened near Dallas Love Field.

The area around Dallas Love Field gets a little more ritzy with the debut of a boutique hotel property — the dual-branded Aloft and Element at 2333 W. Mockingbird Ln.

Opened by Marriott International together with Atlantic Hotels Group and Civitas Capital Group, the Aloft and Element will anchor a new upscale mixed-use development located one mile from the airport and the Dallas Medical District.

Toni Stoeckl, a spokesman for the hotels, says that they give travelers a choice of two brands with slightly different angles.

"An industry leader in the eco-space, Element promotes a life in balance with its emphasis on smart, sustainable living," Stoeckl says. "Aloft caters to today's hyper-connected global traveler with its tech-forward mindset and live music scene at the W XYZ Bar."

Aloft and Element Dallas Love Field occupy one multistory building with a total of 224 rooms. They have separate ground-floor public areas and elevators, but share a common entry, plus meeting space, an outdoor swimming pool, and a fitness center.

The building is part of West Love, a 37-acre mixed-use development that also includes apartments and retail space. It's one mile from baggage claim, so if you were unable to get a cab, you could theoretically walk, assuming your suitcase has those wheelie things.

The Aloft Dallas Love Field has 133 loft-like rooms and amenities including a fitness center that's open 24 hours, and a gourmet grab-and-go food and beverage kiosk. Local bands perform at the W XYZ bar. The hotel also features free Wi-Fi throughout, and a keyless entry system that enables guests to use their smartphone or Apple watch as a room key.

Element Dallas Love Field features 91 light-filled studios with a fluid design of modular furniture, fully equipped kitchens, and spa-inspired bathrooms. It offers a complimentary bicycle-borrowing program, with a local trail map. There's a complimentary healthy breakfast spread with smoothies and granola, and a complimentary evening wine reception.

There are Aloft hotels in downtown Dallas, Las Colinas, Plano, and Frisco, and an Element hotel in Irving near DFW Airport.

Perry Molubhoy, CEO of Atlantic Hotels Group, says that the Love Field area is seeing accelerating demand for high-caliber lodging. "The combination of these two brands also means guests have the choice of two distinct guest experiences in close proximity to the airport and Medical District," he says.

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This stunning steel house is the No. 1 most 'wishlisted' Airbnb in Texas

Robert Bruno Steel House Airbnb in Ransom Canyon, Texas

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A stunning architectural paradise just minutes outside of Lubbock is drawing attention as the most sought-after Airbnb property in Texas.

The vacation rental platform's 2026 list of the most "wishlisted" listings in the U.S. surveyed over 2,000 people to find which properties "offer a unique experience for every type of adventurer across all 50 states." More than half of all respondents said uniquely designed listings would attract them to previously overlooked destinations.

The Lone Star State's most desirable — and most fascinating — Airbnb listing is Architectural Marvel: Robert Bruno Steel House, a futuristic 2,200-square-foot three-story piece of art. Last year, the most wishlisted property was a shipping container treehouse in North Texas.

The structure was built and designed by sculptor and Texas Tech University professor Robert Bruno in 1973, but it wasn't quite finished by the time Bruno died in 2008 at the age of 63. The famous building and its history was extensively documented by Texas Monthly in 2022.

"The Robert Bruno Steel House is a one of a kind house and you will never see anything like it," the listing says. "Enjoy the beautiful sunrise on the balcony and the stunning sunset from the large windows."

Robert Bruno Steel House living room Experience the views from the comfort of the living room.Photo courtesy of Airbnb

The Steel House is a 20-minute drive east from Lubbock and about five hours from Dallas, located near Lake Ransom Canyon and offering beautiful views of the water.

The listing says it can accommodate up to eight guests across three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms, and a spacious living room, and it offers in-unit washer and dryers for extended stays. Guests might become awestruck at the home's organic and unconventional design, the flood of natural light coming through stained glass windows, the sweeping staircases, and more.

"I first discovered this house in the mid[-]90s from an old 80s art magazine," one reviewer said. "This is truly a very rare sculptural an[d] architecture marvel to be able to stay in. The new interiors artfully compliment the design and are comfy. The view in the canyon is splendid through the windows. It was a true treasure and I’m glad it’s open to the public to be shared."

Robert Bruno Steel House bedroom Two of the Steel House bedrooms have queen size beds, while the third bedroom has a king.Photo courtesy of Airbnb

The property also boasts an abundance of local wildlife, such as deer and two great horned owls — which also means drones are prohibited on the premises for their protection.

Two-night minimum stays at the Robert Bruno Steel House in May 2026 start at about $585 per night, according to the listing.

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