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Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center vs The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center is a large, lakefront resort-convention complex in Grapevine that suits families, meetings, and travelers wanting resort amenities. The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas is an upscale convention-center hotel in Las Colinas for business and event travelers who want polished proximity to the Irving Convention Center.

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Aerial view of the resort pool complex and lazy river at Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

resort · lakefront · family-friendly

Best for families and large events who want a resort feel with an on-site seasonal water park and miles of meeting space.

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The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, Dallas (TX), Texas

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

upscale · convention-focused · convenient to Irving Convention Center

Best for business travelers and meeting attendees who want a modern, polished hotel right by the Irving Convention Center.

Quick Verdict: Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center vs The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

When Gaylord Texan wins: Choose Gaylord Texan if you need a full-service resort with large-scale convention capacity, a seasonal water park (Paradise Springs), year-round indoor lap pool, multiple restaurants and bars, and an on-site full-service spa (Relâche Spa & Salon). It’s the stronger pick for multigenerational groups and large events.

When The Westin wins: Choose The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas if your priority is proximity to the Irving Convention Center, a compact, business-focused stay, and straightforward, modern amenities (outdoor pool, fitness center, concierge and club/club-lounge room options). It’s the better pick for single-purpose business trips and conference attendees.

Bottom line: Gaylord Texan is a destination resort with resort-style amenities and massive meeting spaces; The Westin Irving Convention Center is a tighter, convention-oriented hotel that’s convenient for Las Colinas events. Pick Gaylord for a resort experience and large-group needs; pick The Westin for proximity and a streamlined business stay.

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Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center vs The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center and The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas
CategoryGaylord Texan Resort & Convention CenterThe Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas
Overall vibeLarge resort-convention complex with indoor atriums, lakefront setting and family-focused amenitiesUpscale, business-oriented convention hotel in Las Colinas
LocationLake Grapevine, Grapevine (part of DFW area); minutes from DFW Airport400 WEST LAS COLINAS BLVD., Irving (Las Colinas); 0.62 km from Irving Convention Center
Size (rooms)About 1,814 guest rooms (including ~127 suites)Not published
Target audience / age policyAll ages welcome; family-friendly (children up to 12 can stay free using existing beds)All ages welcome; not adults-only
Pools / signature water featureParadise Springs Water Park (seasonal 10-acre outdoor water park + lazy river) plus year-round 20m indoor heated lap poolOutdoor swimming pool [outdoor] and hot tub listed
Restaurants & barsMultiple on-site restaurants and bars (Old Hickory Steakhouse, Zeppole, Riverwalk Cantina, Texan Station, etc.)On-site restaurants, bar, coffee shop, poolside bar and room service listed
Spa & wellnessRelâche Spa & Salon — 25,000 sq ft, 12 treatment rooms, spa amenities include sauna/steam and lap-pool accessNot published
Meeting & event spaceExtensive convention space (more than ~490,000 sq ft; ballrooms and the Longhorn Exhibition Hall, capacity up to 10,000)Positioned as a convention-center hotel with direct access/proximity to Irving Convention Center (supplier listing highlights meeting/banquet facilities)
Airport accessAbout 6 miles from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW); paid one-way shuttle to DFW availableDallas/Fort Worth area; Dallas / Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) 9.27 km listed as nearby
Accessibility & safetyWheelchair-accessible routes and facilities, service-animal policy, smoke-free propertyWheelchair accessible, accessible self parking, safety/security features and professional sanitizing protocols listed

A Look Inside Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

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Location: Gaylord Texan vs The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center – Location

Gaylord Texan sits on the shores of Lake Grapevine and markets itself as a resort destination inside the DFW metro area.

  • Located at 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX, adjacent to Lake Grapevine.
  • About six miles from DFW Airport; local transit and paid shuttles are options for airport runs.
  • Near family attractions like Grapevine Mills Mall, vintage railroad and local wineries.

Gaylord Texan is best if you want a lakefront resort location with easy airport access and nearby family attractions.

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas – Location

The Westin sits in Las Colinas on West Las Colinas Boulevard, close to the Irving Convention Center.

  • Address: 400 WEST LAS COLINAS BLVD., Irving, TX 75039.
  • About 0.62 km from Irving Convention Center and listed as convenient to Las Colinas sites.
  • Nearby airports include DFW and Dallas Love Field; the supplier listing highlights easy access and on-site parking.

The Westin is the logical pick for attendees of events at the Irving Convention Center and travelers who prefer a compact, city-suburb location.

Rooms: variety and business options

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center – Rooms

Gaylord Texan offers a broad set of room types and large-suite options to serve families and groups.

  • Room types include Standard Room, Room, Deluxe Suite, Executive Suite with Sofa bed, Family Suite and variants with tubs.
  • Roughly 1,814 guest rooms with about 127 suites reported across sources.
  • Rooms and suites face indoor atriums, waterways or lake views depending on room selection.

Expect many room options and suite choices at Gaylord Texan suitable for families and group stays.

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas – Rooms

The Westin lists a range of accessible and club-access room types for business travelers.

  • Room types include Room, 1 King Bed (multiple accessibility options) and Room, 2 Queen Beds, plus Club/Westin Club access variants.
  • Accessible room options include mobility, roll-in shower and hearing-accessible configurations.
  • Some rooms offer Club Lounge / Westin Club access.

The Westin concentrates on modern, accessible rooms with club-lounge options geared to business guests and conference attendees.

Dining & drinks: number and style of outlets

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center – Dining & drinks

Gaylord Texan has a broad roster of restaurants and bars that cover casual to formal dining.

  • On-site options include Old Hickory Steakhouse (steakhouse), Zeppole (Italian), Riverwalk Cantina (Tex‑Mex) and Texan Station Sports Bar & Grill.
  • Poolside and grab-and-go options include Paradise Springs Kitchen & Bar and Mission Plaza Marketplace Express.
  • Nightlife and large-event dining are supported by venues such as Glass Cactus nightclub and multiple private-dining spaces.

Gaylord Texan provides a wide range of on-site dining for families, event groups and evening entertainment.

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas – Dining & drinks

The Westin offers standard hotel dining plus a bar and coffee shop for meeting guests.

  • Listing highlights a bar, restaurants, coffee shop and poolside bar.
  • Room service and a snack bar / convenience store are available.
  • On-site outlets and happy hour options suit business travelers and conference attendees.

The Westin covers the practical dining needs of business guests with a concise set of on-site outlets.

Pools & signature amenity

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center – Pools & signature amenity

Gaylord Texan’s signature water offerings are a key reason many travelers choose the property.

  • Paradise Springs Water Park is a seasonal 10‑acre outdoor pool and lazy-river complex reserved for overnight guests.
  • There’s a year-round indoor 20-meter heated lap pool near the spa.
  • Outdoor pool areas and hot tubs are also available, plus poolside dining at Paradise Springs Kitchen & Bar.

If pools and a summertime water-park experience matter, Gaylord Texan is the stronger option.

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas – Pools & signature amenity

The Westin lists an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub for guest use.

  • Supplier listing includes an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
  • Poolside bar and outdoor seating are noted among amenities.
  • Pool access supports leisure for conference guests, but no seasonal water-park is listed.

The Westin offers standard hotel pool facilities adequate for relaxation between meetings.

Wellness & nightlife

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center – Wellness & nightlife

Gaylord Texan pairs a large day spa and full fitness facilities with an on-site nightclub venue.

  • Relâche Spa & Salon is a 25,000 sq ft spa with 12 treatment rooms and two spa suites; spa guests may use lap pool, sauna and steam room.
  • 24-hour fitness center with Technogym cardio equipment, locker rooms, sauna and steam room.
  • Glass Cactus nightclub provides late-night entertainment and large-event programming (21+ access to some nightclub areas).

The resort combines spa and fitness amenities with nightlife options for both guests and event attendees.

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas – Wellness & nightlife

The Westin lists a fitness center and hot tub; nightlife offerings are typical of a business hotel rather than a resort nightclub.

  • Fitness center and hot tub are available to guests; the supplier listing includes fitness and wellness-oriented amenities.
  • Bar and happy hour options cover evening needs for business travelers.
  • No large nightclub or resort-style evening entertainment is listed.

The Westin focuses on straightforward wellness and evening dining/drinking options suited to business travelers.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for families & kids
Interior atrium garden and walkways inside Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Texan — seasonal Paradise Springs Water Park, family-friendly dining and activities make it the clear family pick.

Best for meetings at Irving Convention Center
The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, Dallas (TX), Texas

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

The Westin — immediate proximity to the Irving Convention Center and club/meeting-friendly rooms suit conference attendees.

Best for events & large conventions
Wide view of the glass-roofed atrium and surrounding guest-room balconies at Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Texan — hundreds of thousands of square feet of flexible meeting space and large ballrooms for sizable events.

Best for a compact business stay
The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, Dallas (TX), Texas

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas

The Westin — polished, modern rooms with club access and direct convenience for Las Colinas business travelers.

Frequently asked questions

Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center vs The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas: FAQs

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Which property is better for families with young children?

Gaylord Texan — it has a seasonal water park, family suites, children-friendly dining and activities geared to families.

Which hotel is closer to the Irving Convention Center?

The Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas — the supplier listing notes it is about 0.62 km from the Irving Convention Center.

Does Gaylord Texan have a spa and extensive meeting space?

Yes — Gaylord Texan has Relâche Spa & Salon and more than ~490,000 sq ft of flexible meeting, exhibit and event space.

Are both hotels suitable for a solo business trip?

Yes — The Westin is tailored for convention and business travelers; Gaylord Texan also supports business stays but adds resort amenities if you want leisure time as well.

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