Title: University Place Travel Guide: Best of University Place, Houston Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in University Place](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Place-Houston-Hotels.0-n553248635976386985-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Houston](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Houston.d178265.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Houston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Houston.d178265.Travel-Guide-Activities)[University Place Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-University-Place.d553248635976386985.Car-Hire-Guide)[University Place Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Place.d553248635976386985.Holidays-City-Breaks) # University Place Travel Guide ## Houston ![Houston Museum of Fine Arts which includes cbd, a statue or sculpture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23693-Houston-Museum-Of-Fine-Arts.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Houston Museum of Fine Arts which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23695-Houston-Museum-Of-Fine-Arts.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo provided by Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (photographer: Hugh Hargrave)](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21518-Houston-Museum-Of-Fine-Arts.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo provided by Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (photographer: Hugh Hargrave)](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/21000/21518-Houston-Museum-Of-Fine-Arts.jpg) ![Houston Museum of Fine Arts showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23689-Houston-Museum-Of-Fine-Arts.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Houston Museum of Fine Arts featuring interior views and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23687-Houston-Museum-Of-Fine-Arts.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit University Place Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Houston travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Houston.dx178265) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Rice University](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/e1b2db4673636b6abeace7c5db8994c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rice University Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rice-University-South-Central-Houston.d501268.Attraction) ![Main Street Theater - Rice Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/c369ad4f31413ed3814037d3ac0ff86e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Main Street Theater - Rice Village You can get tickets for a performance at Main Street Theater - Rice Village on your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Main-Street-Theater-Rice-Village-Houston.d553248621561866623.Attraction) ![Houston Contemporary Arts Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/408ece25c4ad37aeb6263e94857e9fc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Houston Contemporary Arts Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Houston-Contemporary-Arts-Museum-Houston.d501252.Attraction) #### Rice Stadium Catch an event at Rice Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rice-Stadium-South-Central-Houston.d6091875.Attraction) #### James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape Enjoy an outing to James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape during your stay in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/James-Turrells-Twilight-Epiphany-Skyscape-Houston.d553248621532644481.Attraction) #### Cullen Sculpture Garden You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cullen Sculpture Garden in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cullen-Sculpture-Garden-Houston.d6237440.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46150646/bfc34474-c86f-4151-a485-5cc63efe2aab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket £9 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/houston-houston-botanic-garden-entry-ticket.a46150646.activity-details) ![Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44625315/e99bbf3b-85e6-41ea-a18a-5443204f2aef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center £11 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/houston-museum-of-natural-science-cockrell-butterfly-center.a44625315.activity-details) ![Houston: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48181877/0194cadc-0356-4ecd-a787-6fed90663fc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Houston: Sloomoo Institute Entry Ticket £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/houston-sloomoo-institute-entry-ticket.a48181877.activity-details) ![Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47985204/cc6c178c-7c2f-47f0-8536-736f4d600e99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket £16 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/houston-holocaust-museum-houston-entry-ticket.a47985204.activity-details) ![Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48163948/762108e4-fa0f-48eb-a447-e33069884acf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket £15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/houston-childrens-museum-houston-entry-ticket.a48163948.activity-details) ![ H- Town 3rd Ward Tour with 15ft Party Truck ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47208174/1afc0768-2a5d-4e73-8384-d280572df0fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### H- Town 3rd Ward Tour with 15ft Party Truck £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/h-town-3rd-ward-tour-with-15ft-party-truck.a47208174.activity-details) [See all activities in Houston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Houston.d178265.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in University Place ![Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25200/25188/294f3d50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center 6633 Travis St Houston TX £72 1 Feb - 2 Feb 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. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,820 reviews) Room was nice and newly renovated. Check in was a breeze. Sleep was comfortable! Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=25188&PinnedHotelID=25188&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386985) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6700/6636/w3835h2553x0y4-ca278b6c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites 6800 Main Street Houston TX £75 1 Feb - 2 Feb 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 in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (494 reviews) Staff was friendly despite being very busy they took their time with each person checking in to make sure they had what they needed. Room was clean and comfortable. We only stayed one evening had a drink from the bar, very nice bartender and wait staff for breakfast were nice and friendly. Overall ... Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=6636&PinnedHotelID=6636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386985) ![InterContinental Houston by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23840000/23830900/23830866/e83f776d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### InterContinental Houston by IHG 6750 Main St Houston TX £152 18 Jan - 19 Jan 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) I stayed at the InterContinental Houston for four nights and thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The staff was helpful and friendly. The room was beautiful and clean. Everyone in the lounge was helpful and friendly, and the food was good. The valet crew was terrific. Big shout-out to Abdalaziz, Liliana, ... Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=23830866&PinnedHotelID=23830866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386985) ![Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1157000/1156923/44a9a3fd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston 1085 Rusk Street Houston TX £84 18 Jan - 19 Jan 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (4,019 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=1156923&PinnedHotelID=1156923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386985) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/20200/20116/555244ce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria 5353 Westheimer Rd Houston TX £104 23 Jan - 24 Jan 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (3,260 reviews) Easy checkin and friendly staff. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F01%2F2026&endDate=24%2F01%2F2026&selected=20116&PinnedHotelID=20116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386985) ![Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58990000/58985900/58985846/db7ae93f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton 7118 Bertner Ave Houston TX £121 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,649 reviews) Very clean room and all the workers were very nice a professional Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=58985846&PinnedHotelID=58985846&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976386985) [See all 6,901 properties in University Place](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026®ionId=553248635976386985) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check University Place hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976386985&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17)[16 Jan - 17 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976386985&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-17) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976386985&startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18)[17 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976386985&startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976386985&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976386985&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around University Place ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f4655cac96c82fca6c00f4ab3162178c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Houston-Texas-Medical-Center.dx6143504) ![Hermann Park which includes a park and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23515-Hermann-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Museum District Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. Top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at M. D. Anderson Station or Museum District Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Houston-Houston-Museum-District.dx6164045) ![Menil Collection featuring interior views and art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23619-Menil-Collection.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Houston-Montrose.dx3000663145) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a22124917701df6fb597653efab4baae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Astrodome 4/5(1 area review) While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Houston-Astrodome.dx553248635976007975) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/68c44f1bf9b93b0f54471eaf2fad6ffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### River Oaks Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Houston-River-Oaks.dx553248635074842911) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e97580202c6d12648774f6b4170bac68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Midtown Midtown is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and Continental Club are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at McGowen Station or Ensemble/HCC Station to get around. 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