The Texas city of Killeen is best-known for hosting the major military post Fort Hood, the one time home of Elvis Presley, who was stationed there for six months in 1958. A range of hotels can be found in the city, many of which house presidential suites--also known as king or queen suites--the name given to a hotel's most upscale type of suite.
King and queen suites are the most luxurious accommodation at the Shilo Inn Suites hotel. Suites at the hotel feature free high-speed Internet access and fully-equipped kitchen areas with refrigerators, coffee makers and microwaves. The hotel also hosts a number of amenities, including two spas, a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, fitness center, guest valet services, a marketplace and even its own cigar bar. The Shilo Inns sits within three miles of Fort Hood and leaves business guests well-placed for access to the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. Travelers can also reach a range of nearby restaurants on foot, with Logan's Roadhouse, El Chico Cafe and the Outback Steakhouse within a five minute walk.
The Residence Inn hotel by Marriott in Killeen offers guests air-conditioned king suites with separate kitchen, living and sleeping areas. Kitchen areas in these suites include stainless steel refrigerators, microwaves, dishwashers and stove top cookers, while the living area has a spacious work desk with free wireless Internet access. The hotel offers points to Marriott Rewards members, and AAA members, seniors and government and military workers also receive discounted room rates. Located adjacent to U.S. 190, the Residence Inn is ideally situated for road access. Using the U.S. 190, travelers can access the nearby Fort Hood, which is five minutes' drive away. Travelers looking to eat away from the hotel can reach Petty's BBQ and Los Comales Mexican restaurants in a five minute walk, while Harv's Sports and the Back Draft bar provide good night spots also reachable on foot.
The TownePlace Suites in Killeen is an extended stay hotel, and was awarded winner of the TownePlace Suites hotel of the year by Marriott International in 2008. Every room at this hotel is a suite, and the hotel's website describes them as over 40 percent bigger than regular hotel rooms. Suites feature separate living and work places, dining and fully equipped kitchen areas. Located on U.S. 190, the hotel offers excellent road access to guests. Using U.S. 190, visitors can reach the Robert Gray Army Airfield, Skylark Field and the Texas Thunder Speedway. Visitors can also reach the Belton Lake outdoor recreational area in 30 minutes by car. While guests can dine on-site at the hotel, a range of restaurants of restaurants within walking distance include China Star, Little Caesar's and Harv's Sports Bar and Grill.
