Central Southwest Travel Guide

Houston

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Stay near popular Central Southwest attractions

Houston Sports Park

Explore the great outdoors at Houston Sports Park, a lovely green space in Houston.
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Things to do

Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

£22
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

£11
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket

£9
per adult
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

£73
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Color Factory Houston Ticket

Color Factory Houston Ticket

£21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Color Factory Houston Ticket
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

£29
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
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Top hotels in Central Southwest

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd Houston TX
The price is £102 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£102
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is £78 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£78
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,495 reviews)
"Room had everything I needed. The kitchennete had a microwave/oven. I bought some canned goods and forgot a can opener, but when I looked in the cabinet drawer I found one. Dinner was saved. Had pots and pans and plates and some eating utensils. The description didn't say but there was also the much ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4 out of 5
2222 West Loop South Houston TX
The price is £124 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£124
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Grand Tuscany Hotel

Grand Tuscany Hotel

4 out of 5
12801 Northwest Fwy Houston TX
The price is £80 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£80
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Grand Tuscany Hotel
Hyatt Regency Houston West

Hyatt Regency Houston West

3.5 out of 5
13210 Katy Fwy Houston TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £82 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
£82
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,620 reviews)
"Most cleanest and friendliest atmosphere in a hotel !"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Houston West
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
7118 Bertner Ave Houston TX
The price is £127 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£127
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,852 reviews)
"Very clean room"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Central Southwest

Find the best Central Southwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Houston

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Daikin Park to Toyota Center – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

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The Galleria

Travellers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by The Galleria and Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park.

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Texas Medical Center

Well liked for its restaurants, museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Texas Medical Center. Attractions like Houston Zoo are a major draw, and you can hop on the metro at TMC Transit Center or Dryden/TMC Station to see more of the city.

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Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel while you're exploring the area.

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Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

Houston Central Business District

If you're spending time in Houston Central Business District, check out sights like Toyota Center or House of Blues Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bell Station or Downtown Transit Center Station.

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