Houston’s Texas-shaped pool is now open to the public...

In need of a Texas-sized splash about now?

The Marriott Marquis Houston has opened its Parkview Terrace to the public, for a price.

The hotel is now selling weekday-only resort day passes to its Lone Star State-shaped lazy river and other amenities that have previously been open only to overnight and spa guests.

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The $50 pass — good from 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays — offers access to the lazy river, the heated infinity pool, the hot tub and the fitness center, with towel service. Guests can buy food and drinks at the High Dive restaurant.

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From there, day pass prices go, well, sky high. Just thinking about the $1,200 package might make some people sweat. That buys a double gazebo, passes for up to six adults, chilled towels, four bottled waters and a fresh fruit plate.

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molly.glentzer@chron.com