
Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe/Houston
Best for families and groups who want a lake resort experience with multiple pools, a water park, beach access and on-site activities.
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Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe/Houston is a 186-acre, family-focused lake resort with multiple pools, a water park, beach and on-site spa—good for families and groups wanting a lakeside getaway. Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing is a midscale, all-suite Hilton-family hotel in The Woodlands—read this if you want spacious suites, a cooked-to-order breakfast and a convenient Woodlands location.
Updated · about 25 miles apart

Best for families and groups who want a lake resort experience with multiple pools, a water park, beach access and on-site activities.

Best for travelers who prioritize suite space, a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and a central Woodlands location near shops and offices.
When Margaritaville wins: choose Margaritaville Lake Resort when you want lakeside recreation — boating, a private sandy beach, Jolly Mon Water Park, multiple pools, on-site golf and a full-service spa for a multi-day family or leisure escape.
When Embassy Suites wins: choose Embassy Suites by Hilton The Woodlands at Hughes Landing when you want reliable suite-style rooms, Hilton-family services (including a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and evening reception), and a walkable location near Hughes Landing, Market Street and corporate offices.
Bottom line: Margaritaville is a destination resort for recreation and lake time; Embassy Suites is a practical, suite-focused option for families or business travelers who want space and a convenient Woodlands base.
| Category | Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe/Houston | Embassy Suites |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Laid-back lake resort with resort activities and family programming | Functional, all-suite Hilton-brand hotel near shopping and offices |
| Location | On Lake Conroe waterfront in Montgomery (private sandy beach) | Hughes Landing in The Woodlands (steps to Lake Woodlands and Market Street) |
| Size | 335 accommodations (303 suites + 32 lakefront cottages) on 186 acres | 205 guestrooms (all-suite layout noted in listing) |
| Who it's for | Families, multi-gen groups, wedding and event groups | Families, business travelers, visitors to The Woodlands |
| Pools & water features | Five outdoor pools, Jolly Mon Water Park (lazy river, slides, swim-up bar) and private beach | One outdoor pool; wheelchair-accessible pool noted |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple named outlets (LandShark Bar & Grill, License to Chill, Lone Palm Pool Bar, Joe Merchant's, Boathouse, 5 o'Clock Somewhere) | One restaurant (E'terie Bar & Grill), bar/lounge and 24-hour room service; daily complimentary reception |
| Spa & wellness | St. Somewhere Spa — 18,000 sq ft, 13 treatment rooms, full-service salon | Not published |
| Meetings & events | Large convention and ballroom capacity (approx. 72,000 sq ft of meeting space; multiple ballrooms and outdoor venues) | Smaller meeting facilities; business center and one meeting room listed |
| Breakfast | Breakfast available for a fee at on-site restaurants | Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast included |
| Accessible features | Accessible facilities noted across property and services | Wheelchair-accessible fitness center, pool, restaurant and registration desk |
Margaritaville sits on 186 lakefront acres on Lake Conroe with a private sandy beach and easy access to water activities.
Choose Margaritaville if you want lakeside access and on-site outdoor recreation.
Embassy Suites is in Hughes Landing at The Woodlands Town Center, within walking distance of shops, restaurants and Lake Woodlands.
Choose Embassy Suites for a central Woodlands location near dining, shopping and business districts.
Margaritaville is an all-suite resort with a variety of suite types plus lakefront cottages.
Margaritaville offers more suite variety and lake-cottage options for families and groups.
Embassy Suites is positioned as a suite-focused Hilton-family hotel with spacious rooms and standard in-room amenities.
Embassy Suites provides consistent, roomy suites suitable for families and business travelers seeking space.
Margaritaville offers multiple on-site restaurants and bars with lake views and poolside service.
If on-site dining variety and lakeside meals matter, Margaritaville has the edge.
Embassy Suites has one main restaurant and bar, plus room service and a complimentary evening reception.
Embassy Suites is convenient for included breakfast and evening reception; dining options beyond the hotel are a short walk.
Pools and a water park are core reasons guests choose Margaritaville for family stays.
Margaritaville is built around water-based family activities and multiple pool choices.
Embassy Suites lists one outdoor pool and accessible pool features.
Embassy Suites offers a single outdoor pool suitable for hotel-style stays rather than extended water recreation.
Margaritaville provides a full-service spa, fitness center, golf and nightly entertainment options.
Margaritaville supports both active and restorative stays with spa, fitness and evening entertainment.
Embassy Suites focuses on fitness and simple evening socializing rather than resort entertainment.
Embassy Suites is suited to business or short-stay travelers who want fitness options and easy access to nearby Woodlands events.

Margaritaville — private beach, Jolly Mon Water Park, multiple pools and supervised kids' activities.

Embassy Suites — complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and an all-suite layout for extra space.

Margaritaville — full-service St. Somewhere Spa with 13 treatment rooms and a salon.

Embassy Suites — steps from Hughes Landing, Market Street and Woodlands Town Center amenities.
Margaritaville is the clearer choice for families thanks to the water park, private beach, multiple pools, kids' activities and family-oriented recreation.
Embassy Suites includes a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast. At Margaritaville, breakfast is available at on-site restaurants for a fee.
Margaritaville has a full-service St. Somewhere Spa (public and guest access). Embassy Suites’ supplier listing does not publish a spa.
Embassy Suites is in Hughes Landing, within walking distance of Market Street and The Woodlands Town Center; Margaritaville is roughly a 20–25 mile drive from The Woodlands.
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