Our Story

An Icon Reimagined: Our Luxury Hotel in Uptown Dallas

Rising as a bold vision on the Dallas skyline, The Stoneleigh was conceived by architect Frank J. Woerner as a daring expression of ambition—once the tallest building west of the Mississippi and a symbol of a city coming into its own. Against early skepticism and engineering challenges, it emerged as a defining landmark and a vibrant center of social and cultural life. In the years that followed, tastemakers and visionaries, including celebrated designer Dorothy Draper, infused our luxury hotel in Uptown Dallas with a spirit of theatrical elegance and artistic flair. Today, The Stoneleigh stands as both a storied relic and a renewed icon—its walls echoing with intrigue, creativity, and the enduring allure of Dallas.

1923 Origins

A New Standard for Dallas Living

When The Stoneleigh Court Hotel opened on October 18, 1923, it introduced a new way of living to Dallas—one that blended the privacy of a residence with the service and sophistication of a luxury hotel in Uptown Dallas. Designed by architect Frank J. Woerner, the property set a new benchmark with amenities unheard of at the time, including private kitchens and baths, maid service, and linen service. Rising as one of the city’s earliest high-rise apartment hotels, The Stoneleigh quickly became a symbol of modern ambition and refined urban life, shaping the future of residential development in Dallas.

The historic Stoneleigh Hotel opened in 1923

Design & Transformation

Glamour, Reinvented Over Time

In the 1930s, The Stoneleigh evolved into a bold expression of style and cultural energy. Under owner Harry E. Stewart, a sweeping redesign introduced theatrical interiors by Dorothy Draper, whose signature use of color, pattern, and scale transformed the ground floor into a striking social setting. Soon after, an expansive Art Deco penthouse crowned the building—featuring a dramatic salon with soaring ceilings and imported architectural details. From radio broadcasts to high-profile gatherings, The Stoneleigh became more than a hotel; it became a destination where design, innovation, and society converged.

The Stoneleigh was built in 1923

Historic 11th Floor

Discover The Library

The Stoneleigh’s story continues on the eleventh floor with The Library, an intimate retreat inspired by the hotel’s rich history and residential character. Thoughtfully designed to feel connected to the generations of guests who have called The Stoneleigh their Dallas home, The Library offers a distinctive new way to experience this Uptown icon.

Sophisticated lounge with red drapes and seating