Busch purchased Dallas's old City Hall on June 22, 1910,[3] demolished it, and constructed the new hotel at a cost of $1.8 million.

The Adolphus has been the host of many respected leaders of business, government and entertainment, including presidents, from Warren G. Harding to George H. W. Bush.

The hotel was a Dallas hub for entertainment and provided a platform that helped developing careers, such as Bob Hope, Jack Benny and others.

North American Aviation (P-51 Mustangs, World War II) and others benefited from its position as a Texas business hub.

[4] The Hotel has been named one of the top ten in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler and also receives high ratings from Zagat, Fodor's and Frommer's.