Central Southwest Travel Guide

Houston

A cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, historic buildings, and a well-maintained park with a jogging path.
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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: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

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

£30
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
HOP ON- HOP OFF

Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

£30
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Artechouse Houston Ticket

Artechouse Houston Ticket

£22
per adult
Artechouse Houston Ticket
Houston Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour

Houston Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour

£11
per adult
Houston Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour
Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

£26
per adult
Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes
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Top hotels in Central Southwest

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is £94 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
£94
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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! (4,520 reviews)
"Perfect just loved every second I was there ty"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
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 £108 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
£108
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,585 reviews)
"The room needed to be cleaned a bit more. There was hair in our tub and chips on the carpet when we arrived"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The Whitehall Houston

The Whitehall Houston

4 out of 5
1700 Smith St Houston TX
The price is £116 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£116
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Whitehall Houston
Grand Tuscany Hotel

Grand Tuscany Hotel

4 out of 5
12801 Northwest Fwy Houston TX
The price is £88 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£88
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (383 reviews)
"The property is lovely and esthetically pleasing. The staff are friendly and accommodating. There is always someone to assist no matter the time!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Grand Tuscany Hotel
Hyatt Regency Houston West

Hyatt Regency Houston West

3.5 out of 5
13210 Katy Fwy Houston TX
The price is £91 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£91
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,727 reviews)
"Staffs were very polite and respectful. I wish there is a microwave in our room but overall, our stay was great and comfortable."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Houston West
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is £98 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£98
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
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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 Williams Tower.

A cityscape with dense high-rise buildings, a river, and surrounding greenery.

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.

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a river flowing through a park.

Montrose

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

A modern cityscape with a tram and tall buildings.
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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