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The Crown Joule of Dallas

9/29/2015

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The Joule Dallas | Nosh and Nurture
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Walk into the lobby of The Joule | Dallas and you no longer feel like you're in the west. The stylish hotel, located on Main Street in downtown Dallas, transports visitors to a world that embraces high fashion, individuality and style like no other. 

I experienced the Joule this past weekend and was inspired by every unique detail. From breathtaking art installations to awe-inspiring lighting displays, it stimulates your every sense. Upon pulling up to the grand entrance on I was greeted by valet and escorted inside. An eye-catching steam punk era gear rotates as the lobby's centerpiece and is surrounded by plush retro furniture. Videos of underground subways hang nearby, adding to its metropolitan feel. It's an inviting space that mixes Dallas charm with a Manhattan-like buzz of electric energy.   
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As it was early when I arrived, and not quite time for check in, I headed to the hotels Weekend coffee shop. The small open space is airy and welcoming, like a big hug, if hugs smelled of fresh coffee and pastries. Although I was disappointed in the fact they didn't have any gluten-free selections, their coffee made up for it. I will usually splurge on a decaf latte when I'm traveling because I miss the warm drinks of my past and they offered vegan, non-soy lattes, so I was in coffee house heaven. I ordered a decaf almond milk vanilla latte (their vanilla syrup is extremely pure and is free of corn syrup!) and enjoyed writing and reading in the sitting room area adjacent to the cafe until it was time to check in. 
Weekend at the Joule | Nosh and Nurture
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Once I finished making love to, er, enjoying my delicious latte, I headed back to the lobby to check in.

After checking in, I was led to my room, the King Suite, where I was greeted with a scrumptious bowl of fresh fruit & sparkling water. When I travel, I look for rooms with separate spaces. A place to sleep, a place to read (I have an obsession with chaise lounges, I must admit) and a place to write & focus. Since most of my travels include journalism or blogging, a good desk with a comfortable chair is a must, and The Joule's King Suite delivered all three.
The Joule Dallas | Nosh and Nurture
From the bedroom/living area there is what I affectionately called "the beauty wing" - a large mirror greets you through an open doorway and to the right was a vanity. Though I preferred the lighting in the mirrors over the bathroom sinks, the vanity gave me a nice place to set up and organize my jewelry and accessories for the morning. 

The lighting throughout the suite was one of my favorite touches. Mr. Charming and I have a thing for good, stylish lighting and we were quite impressed. The expansive rain showers would satisfy any luxury seekers needs while also serving its functionality to those just seeking a place to rinse off or belt out a good tune (the acoustics are better than any vocal booth I've been in). The water system took a little while to learn (three handles - one to turn the water on, one for pressure and one for temperature), but once I got it down I enjoyed the rain forest like atmosphere as the warm water washed away the day and the ESPA spa body wash (from the hotels own in house spa) that smelled of bergamot, jasmine and warm cedarwood made me feel pampered.

For those looking to relax after the shower, the hotel does offer buttery soft bathrobes and silky soft slippers to slip into. A special extra touch that goes hand in hand with a mini bar. Which the hotel rooms also offer.

The Joule Dallas | Nosh and Nurture
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The Joule Dallas | Nosh and Nurture
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After luxuriating for a while, I got ready (best mirrors & lighting for makeup application by the way girls!) and headed downstairs to explore the hotel. With various towers its easy to get a little mixed up, so don't hesitate to ask a concierge for direction. The staff was amazingly attentive and helped me with museum tickets, finding my way around and dinner reservations. 

I ventured up to the pool first because I had heard about this hotels amazing infinity pool. I took some magazines with me and headed up to the hotels tenth floor to enjoy the view before my dinner meetings. As you enter the pool area you first come upon a bar and a scattering of comfy cabanas, tables and chaise loungers. 

The best part about the pool? The view! Swimming ten stories above Downtown Dallas you can swim to the pools edge and out over the street below. The view below also makes for taking beautiful photos, but be careful, you never know who or what is watching you. 
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After reading by the pool, I made my way to the spa. ESPA is a spa that nurtures mind, body & soul and aligns with their vision for whole body health & wellness. It partners with their fitness center VITAL fitness. Their state of the art wellness facilities are what caught my eye in the first place and I feel like touching on them briefly doesn't capture all the benefits they can offer those staying in or visiting the hotel. For my full review on the spa, ESPA click on the ESPA image below. For a menu of the classes and amenities offered at VITAL fitness, click on the studio image below. 
ESPA at the Joule
Vital Fitness
After checking out the spa and speaking with the kind staff on their menu of services I wasn't quite hungry enough for dinner yet and was in the mood to do a little shopping. Their on the pulse connection to what's trending makes this fashionista very happy and I spent thirty minutes chatting up the girls in their on site clothing store, Ten Over Six. Eclectic separates, colorful eye wear and on-trend accessories made up the shop of colorful selections. Their jewelry display was also quite impressive. Other shops include Traffic L.A. and DSquared2, which I have to be honest, I may have cried inside a little, because working in fashion for so long DSquared2 has been one of my favorite lines, season after season. I got butterflies being in the the presence of their beautiful F/W 2015 collection. 
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 As Carrie Bradshaw famously stated "shopping is my cardio" so after browsing a while I had worked up quite an appetite. The Joule's own CBD Provisions has an extensive gluten-free menu with many dairy-free options so I wanted to head there for a delicious hot meal and to meet up with some writing contacts in town. Americano is another eatery set to open on October 5th. To see my reviews, photos and favorite dishes choose the restaurant below. 

With such contrasting designs and menus, both are a must try. 
CBD Provisions
Americano
While the hotel does offer a lobby bar and the cool retro Midnight Rambler, I was sleepy from my busy day and after a delicious dinner I retired to our room to write for a while. At the touch of a button my window shades were drawn back to showcase the lights of the towering downtown buildings and the air was dropping to a cool and comfortable 70 degrees. While Dallas has many sights to offer, its easy to get lost in a dreamy day of enjoying The Joule. 
The Joule Dallas | Nosh and Nurture
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The Joule Dallas | Nosh and Nurture
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ESPA At The Joule
CBD Provisions At The Joule
29 Comments
Addie link
9/30/2015 10:48:19 am

Oh wow! You make me want to have a Dallas staycation and enjoy the Joule! I've always admired it from down below, but your room was gorgeous, it'd be nice to stay there! The pool looks amazing! and the latte comment hahahaha =)

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Mandi
10/7/2015 08:28:53 pm

Addie, it really was a wonderful place! And i'm not joking about the lattes. YUM.

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Tami Villa - Hunterly Travels link
10/6/2015 03:42:27 pm

Beautiful photos! This hotel looks like an amazing place to stay while experiencing Dallas. I especially love the art displays and details in the lobby. So many hotels are missing those touches, and they make all the difference in the ambiance. Cheers, and happy travels!

xo,
Tami

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Mandi
10/7/2015 08:33:41 pm

Tami,
Thanks for stopping by! I'm a huge fan of your blog :) Thanks for the kind words and I agree, I loved the artistic details of The Joule. Happy Travels to you and yours as well!

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Mary link
10/6/2015 08:37:31 pm

This looks like an amazing place to stay! It has been many years since I have been to Dallas. Next time I go I definitely want to try staying here!

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Mandi
10/14/2015 10:53:11 am

Mary, Thanks for stopping by and yes you'll have to check it out!

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Leslie Sleigh link
10/6/2015 09:08:32 pm

Wow, reading this made me want to vacation there at this very moment. Looks like a very unique place to stay. Who needs a major chain when you can have this?

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Mandi
10/7/2015 08:34:47 pm

Leslie, I agree! I love luxury and boutique hotels over chains!

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Crystal link
10/7/2015 07:09:10 am

I've lived in the DFW area my whole life and have never been here! I think I need to change that. Actually, I need to explore Dallas more. I get so overwhelmed with all of the traffic in that area.

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Mandi
10/7/2015 08:30:31 pm

Crystal, when we were in town visiting the traffic wasn't too bad. I was surprised because flying out there all I heard about was how bad it was going to be. Maybe because I came on a weekend? But definitely a pretty area!

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Karolina link
10/7/2015 10:01:10 am

Great post! Dallas is on my go to list and now I know where to stay! Thanks!

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Mandi
10/14/2015 10:55:39 am

Karolina, it's a great pick! And Dallas is so fun <3 and the food is FANTASTIC!

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Jessica link
10/7/2015 10:25:28 am

Wow this hotel looks spectacular! Great article

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Mandi
10/14/2015 10:57:40 am

Thanks Jessica!~

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Gail
10/7/2015 10:37:33 am

I would LOVE to stay here! Thanks for the recommendation!

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Natalie Vereen-Davis link
10/7/2015 11:17:38 am

What a gorgeous place! I love finding boutique hotels with great amenities. If I ever make it to Dallas, I'm staying here! :)

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Mandi
10/14/2015 10:58:35 am

Natalie, good pick! It's a great hotel :D

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Ace link
10/7/2015 11:33:39 am

Wow. This definitely isn't what I think of when I hear about Dallas, Texas. I'm not a big shopper, but I can get down with a good cup of coffee and a pastry!

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Mandi
10/7/2015 08:31:35 pm

Ace,
I'm with you! This place was so decadent, not traditional "Texas" to me at all either. And yes the coffee, YUM.

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Anali Martinez link
10/7/2015 12:50:06 pm

Wow!! I would have never known about this hotel if I wouldn't have read your post. I want to stay there now. It looks super chic and modern. I love it! Great pictures! Thanks for sharing!

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Mandi
10/14/2015 10:59:59 am

Anali,
It's so chic and modern! That's my favorite thing about it. So stylish for a hotel in the south! Loved it! :) And thank you for the comments! :)

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The Southern Thing link
10/7/2015 05:36:43 pm

I can't believe I haven't made it to The Joule yet and I've been living in Dallas for over a year now. It looks gorgeous!

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Mandi
10/7/2015 08:32:23 pm

I'm guilty of not seeing things in my own city too! :) I travel to places like this but never take time to see whats in my own backyard. haha

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Chloe | The Paper Airplane link
10/7/2015 06:14:47 pm

Wow! This hotel looks incredible! Thanks for the great review :)

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Mandi
10/19/2015 04:25:48 pm

Thanks for stopping by Chloe!

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Renee link
10/7/2015 08:33:41 pm

This place looks gorgeous! If I ever end up back in Dallas, I wouldn't mind a night or two here,

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Mandi
10/19/2015 04:26:07 pm

Renee,
Thanks for stopping by! The gem is a must see!

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Jennifer link
1/23/2016 09:19:25 pm

I've seen that eyeball across the street all over Instagram... It's huge!

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Patrick McDonald link
3/3/2022 12:15:44 pm

I'm traveling because I miss the warm drinks of my past and they offered vegan, non-soy lattes, Thank you, amazing post!

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