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Hotel Granduca Houston

After meeting his mentor Lil Wayne in H-town, Drake often references this Texan city as the birthplace of his career. This explains why he not only mentions Houston in many of his songs, but why he recently opened up both an OVO pop-up store and a nightclub called The Ballet here. When he’s not “blowin’ money at the Galleria”, the rapper can be found lounging by the outdoor pool at the nearby Hotel Granduca. Reminiscent of an Italian villa, the hotel creates a homey feel with Italian accents, perfect for Drake and his entourage. With lavish suites featuring small sitting areas, full kitchens, walk-in closets and Acqua di Parma toiletries, Drake will feel no stress travelling from “281 to [his] city.”