Sheraton Arlington Hotel
by the TopOfHotel team
If you're flying in to catch the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium, the Rangers at Globe Life Field, or an esports tournament at the Esports Stadium Arlington right next door, the Sheraton is the best-value pick in the district — starting rates come in lighter than the luxury resorts nearby while keeping every venue close. We like that it scores high enough to land Top 2 in Arlington on TripAdvisor, with an outdoor pool to beat the heat and a stadium-area shuttle for when traffic locks up.
If you're flying in to catch the Cowboys at AT&T Stadium, the Rangers at Globe Life Field, or an esports tournament at the Esports Stadium Arlington right next door, the Sheraton is the best-value pick in the district — starting rates come in lighter than the luxury resorts nearby while keeping every venue close. We like that it scores high enough to land Top 2 in Arlington on TripAdvisor, with an outdoor pool to beat the heat and a stadium-area shuttle for when traffic locks up.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
Picture a familiar chain hotel parked in the middle of one of Texas's top sports districts, doing its job well enough that real guests rate it near the top of the city — that's Sheraton Arlington Hotel. Step into the lobby and you get the airy, easygoing Sheraton feel that leans on being friendly and practical rather than showy. Rooms come in warm, modern tones, clean and tidy, with the soft Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience beds the brand is known for. Many higher-floor rooms open onto views of the stadium district and the pool deck below, so you feel right in the middle of the action. What impresses is that even as a standard-tier hotel, the upkeep and cleanliness score high enough to land it Top 2 in Arlington on TripAdvisor — a sign the team sweats the details and keeps quality steady. Good for anyone who wants a comfortable, dependable base without rolling the dice on surprises.
Food and amenities
What makes the Sheraton good value is that it delivers what sports fans actually need without charging like the newer luxury resorts in the same district. The first highlight is the outdoor pool — somewhere to cool off in the Texas heat after a day baking in the stands. Picture wrapping up an afternoon game, then coming back to lounge by the pool before heading out again at night; it's a small comfort that takes the edge off a sports-heavy trip. Next is the stadium-area shuttle, a real help on big-event days, and there's a fitness center and an in-house restaurant to refuel without going far. But what we like most is the consistency: a hotel at this price scoring 8.6 from real guests on both Agoda and Booking, enough to sit Top 2 in Arlington on TripAdvisor, tells you most people leave happy — and for a venue-close, affordable hotel, that's not easy to find.
Location and getting there
Let's be straight: the location is the real star here. Sheraton Arlington sits on Convention Center Drive in the heart of the Arlington Entertainment District, with a draw you won't find easily — it's right next to Esports Stadium Arlington, one of the largest esports arenas in North America, which runs big tournaments all year. If you're into gaming or coming to compete or cheer, you can practically walk over to the doors. The hotel also stays close to the city's two giant venues: AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, which holds over a hundred thousand and hosts major concerts and events, and Globe Life Field, the closed-roof home of the Texas Rangers baseball team — both an easy trip away. The stadium-area shuttle helps a lot, because on game days tens of thousands pour out at once and traffic locks up; having a shuttle cuts out a big chunk of the parking and post-game taxi scramble. Driving in from DFW airport takes only about 20–25 minutes, putting you right in the middle of everything people come to Arlington for.
Things to know before booking
Straight talk to help you decide. First is price: because the location is in the heart of the stadium district and next to Esports Stadium, room rates climb a fair bit on days with a Cowboys game, a big concert at AT&T Stadium, an important Rangers series at Globe Life Field, or a major esports tournament next door. If you're on a budget or eyeing an event date, book well ahead — rooms fill fast and rates move up quickly. Second, Arlington is a city built around stadiums and theme parks (Six Flags isn't far) more than a walkable downtown, so getting anywhere beyond the venues still leans on a car or the shuttle; if you like exploring a city on foot, adjust your expectations here. Last, this is a solid standard chain hotel that does its job well and offers good value, but it isn't a full-on luxury resort — if you want resort-style facilities across the board, you may want to look at the pricier options in the same district instead.
Our take
Sheraton Arlington Hotel is best for sports and esports fans flying in to watch the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium, cheer the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field, or compete and watch tournaments at Esports Stadium Arlington right next door — and who want a stay near the venues at a price that's easy to swallow. The selling point is that location next to Esports Stadium and within reach of two big stadiums, paired with a real-guest review score high enough to land it Top 2 in Arlington on TripAdvisor. There's an outdoor pool to beat the heat and a stadium-area shuttle to cut the chaos on big-event days. Value-minded travelers who'd rather not pay luxury-resort prices in the same district will be especially happy. If you're not bothered by rates spiking on event days, and you're fine leaning on a car for the surroundings, this is a well-rounded, good-value pick for a sports and esports trip in Arlington. We score it 8.6/10.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- Standout location on Convention Center Drive, sitting right next to Esports Stadium Arlington and within easy reach of both AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field — getting to either venue is simple.
- High review score that lands it Top 2 in Arlington on TripAdvisor, with real guests rating it an identical 8.6 on both Agoda and Booking.
- An outdoor pool to cool off in the Texas heat after a day at the game, plus a fitness center if you want to work out.
- A stadium-area shuttle service that makes the round trip to the venues easy on big-event days when the roads jam up.
- Starting rates come in noticeably lighter than the newer luxury resorts in the same district — good value if you care most about being close to the venues on a sensible budget.
- Room rates climb sharply on days with a big game, a concert or an esports tournament at Esports Stadium, AT&T Stadium or Globe Life Field.
- Arlington centers on stadiums and theme parks, so the area right around the hotel still leans on a car — it's not a walkable downtown.
- This is a solid standard chain hotel rather than a full-blown luxury resort, so if you're expecting resort-style facilities across the board you may want to adjust your expectations.
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Insider Tips
- If you're coming for a game or concert at AT&T Stadium, a Rangers series at Globe Life Field, or a tournament at Esports Stadium, book well ahead — rooms fill fast and rates jump on event days.
- Ask the front desk about the stadium-area shuttle times at check-in; on big-event days the roads around the venues clog up, so timing your trips to the shuttle schedule saves real time.
- Leave time to soak in the outdoor pool in the afternoon after you get back from the game — it's a good way to beat the Texas heat and one people tend to overlook.