hinton+grusich had the pleasure of hosting a buyer education program with a number of our clients at la toretta lake resort located 40 minutes outside of houston. we know in texas they do everything in a big way. la toretta lake resort is absolutely no exception to that rule! from the moment we arrived and awed at the lake, to the time our comfy town cars returned us to the airport - the hospitality was hugely incredible.

our opening dinner was at chez roux, an intimate waterfront restaurant featuring a glass encased wine cellar that would impress the finest wine connoisseur! afterwards we had a great time at energie, a fast paced cocktail emporium featuring mega-screen t.v.'s and music from dj's and local bands. la torretta offers great dining options that even the locals take advantage of, including: yoi sushi bar, cococove bar and grill 2 cafe's and sonata piano bar. 

the staff of this hotel has experienceda major transformation of this resort as they recently underwent a $130 million renovation that was completed november 2009. it is obvious they care and they asked each attendee what could they possibly do to make this 4-diamond resort the most enticing destination for professional meetings. they listen - and they react. stories were exchanged about the steps they have taken - and continue to take - to position la torretta lake resort as a great "warm weather" resort destination - far from your 'typical' texas destination.

the resort is vast and the activities are endless. we personally opted for the spa over the 300-slip marina, 18 hole golf course and 3.5 acre water park. come evening, we gathered on the resort's boats and had a great time touring lake conroe and the beautiful homes and surrounding area. we had a poolside dinner where we were able to cook our own steaks and lobsters on the grill - with an incredible sunset over the lake as a backdrop. the chefs went way 'overboard' and impressed our palates with their unique offerings at each and every meal event we indulged in. kudos to the culinary staff!

the 445 suites are gorgeous and trendy (not your typical 'southwestern' ambiance) and the bathrooms as "big as texas." wonderful room product - hands down - agreed by all. all the rooms include complimentary wifi, 24 hour room service, valet parking, 24 hour access to the fitness center and access to the water park. 

this is a super lake front destination that is a great option for any group seeking a destination with lots of leisure options, a great new iacc conference center with 42,258 total square feet of meeting space at the property, and hospitality that is BIG and wonderful.