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Houston is the largest city in Texas and the fourth-largest in the United States, in the south-east of the state about 50 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico, on Buffalo Bayou. It’s roughly 165 miles east of Austin, 200 miles east of San Antonio, 240 miles south of Dallas, and 350 miles west of New Orleans. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is about 20 miles north of downtown and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is about 7 miles south-east. The METRORail light rail links downtown, the Museum District, and NRG Park, though Houston is very spread out and a car or ride-hailing is the easiest way to see it all.
Climate: Summers are hot and humid, so spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit. Hurricane season runs from June to November.
Parks and outdoors: Hermann Park is home to the Houston Zoo, the Japanese Garden, and a miniature train, and Buffalo Bayou Park has trails, kayaking, and the Cistern, an underground reservoir turned art space. Discovery Green is a lively downtown park with events and public art.
Space Center Houston: The official visitor center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center, about 25 miles south-east of downtown, has real spacecraft, a tram tour of Mission Control, and hands-on exhibits. It’s one of the best-known attractions in the city.
Food: Houston is one of the most diverse food cities in the US. Expect Texas barbecue, Tex-Mex, Gulf Coast seafood, and the city’s signature Viet-Cajun crawfish, plus outstanding Vietnamese, Indian, Nigerian, and Mexican restaurants. The city has a large, creative restaurant scene and a growing craft beer and cocktail culture.
Neighbourhoods: Montrose is known for its independent shops, bars, and murals, the Heights has historic bungalows and boutiques, Midtown and EaDo have nightlife and street art, and River Oaks and the Galleria are known for upscale shopping.
Choice Hotels International, Inc.,
Our Top 10 Houston Hotels, ranked by distance from the city centre, with the closest hotel listed first.
| Choice Hotels |
| Choice privileges |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Cambria Hotel Houston Downtown Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77009 TX |
| Sleep Inn & Suites Near Downtown North |
| Houston > Houston > 77009 TX |
| Heights House Hotel - Houston Heights Downtown, an Ascend Collection Hotel |
| Houston > Houston > 77054 TX |
| MainStay Suites Texas Medical Center/Reliant Park |
| Houston > Houston > 77054 TX |
| Comfort Suites Houston near Medical Center- NRG Stadium |
| Houston > Houston > 77054 TX |
| Quality Inn & Suites NRG Park - Medical Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77092 TX |
| Rodeway Inn & Suites Hwy 290 NW |
| Houston > Houston > 77013 TX |
| Quality Inn Houston East I-10 |
| Houston > Houston > 77074 TX |
| Comfort Inn Southwest Fwy at Westpark |
| Houston > Houston > 77061 TX |
| Quality Suites Houston Hobby Airport |
Upon selecting their preferred hotel, guests will be redirected to the designated booking platform to complete their reservation. This platform enables them to earn reward points on eligible bookings and redeem accumulated points towards qualifying stays, subject to the applicable loyalty programme terms and conditions.
Hilton - For the stay,
Our Top 10 Houston Hotels, ranked by distance from the city centre, with the closest hotel listed first.
| Hilton |
| Hilton Honors |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| The Sam Houston Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Hampton Inn Houston Downtown Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton |
| Houston > Houston > 77010 TX |
| Embassy Suites by Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77010 TX |
| Hilton Americas-Houston |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Tru by Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Downtown Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77204 TX |
| Hilton University of Houston |
| Houston > Houston > 77007 TX |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Heights I-10 |
Upon selecting their preferred hotel, guests will be redirected to the designated booking platform to complete their reservation. This platform enables them to earn reward points on eligible bookings and redeem accumulated points towards qualifying stays, subject to the applicable loyalty programme terms and conditions.
Hyatt Corporation,
Our Top 10 Houston Hotels, ranked by distance from the city centre, with the closest hotel listed first.
| Hyatt |
| World of Hyatt |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Hyatt Place Houston / Downtown |
| Houston > Houston > 77019 TX |
| Thompson Houston |
| Houston > Houston > 77006 TX |
| Hotel Saint Augustine, Bunkhouse Hotels |
| Houston > Houston > 77008 TX |
| Hotel Daphne, Bunkhouse Hotels |
| Houston > Houston > 77030 TX |
| Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77030 TX |
| Hyatt House Houston Medical Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77056 TX |
| Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria |
| Houston > Houston > 77056 TX |
| Hyatt Place Houston/Galleria |
| Houston > Houston > 77056 TX |
| Hyatt House Houston/Galleria |
Upon selecting their preferred hotel, guests will be redirected to the designated booking platform to complete their reservation. This platform enables them to earn reward points on eligible bookings and redeem accumulated points towards qualifying stays, subject to the applicable loyalty programme terms and conditions.
InterContinental Hotel Group,
Our Top 10 Houston Hotels, ranked by distance from the city centre, with the closest hotel listed first.
| IHG |
| One Rewards |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Staybridge Suites Houston Downtown | NEW |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Holiday Inn Express Houston Downtown | NEW |
| Houston > Houston > 77009 TX |
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston - Downtown North |
| Houston > Houston > 77098 TX |
| Crowne Plaza Houston Med Ctr-Galleria Area |
| Houston > Houston > 77030 TX |
| InterContinental Houston |
| Houston > Houston > 77027 TX |
| Staybridge Suites Houston - Galleria Area |
| Houston > Houston > 77027 TX |
| Holiday Inn Express Houston - Galleria Area |
| Houston > Houston > 77054 TX |
| Holiday Inn Houston Reliant Park Area |
| Houston > Houston > 77025 TX |
| Staybridge Suites Houston - Medical Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77024 TX |
| Crowne Plaza Houston Galleria Area |
Upon selecting their preferred hotel, guests will be redirected to the designated booking platform to complete their reservation. This platform enables them to earn reward points on eligible bookings and redeem accumulated points towards qualifying stays, subject to the applicable loyalty programme terms and conditions.
Marriott International, Inc.,
Our Top 10 Houston Hotels, ranked by distance from the city centre, with the closest hotel listed first.
| Marriott |
| Marriott Bonvoy |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Courtyard by Marriott Houston Downtown/Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Residence Inn by Marriott Houston Downtown/Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| JW Marriott Houston Downtown |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston Downtown/Convention Center |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| AC Hotel Houston Downtown |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Aloft by Marriott Houston Downtown |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown, Autograph Collection |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Le Méridien Houston Downtown |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Moxy Houston Downtown |
| Houston > Houston > 77002 TX |
| Magnolia Hotel Houston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel |
Upon selecting their preferred hotel, guests will be redirected to the designated booking platform to complete their reservation. This platform enables them to earn reward points on eligible bookings and redeem accumulated points towards qualifying stays, subject to the applicable loyalty programme terms and conditions.
Booking.com,
Our Top 10 Houston Hotels, ranked by distance from the city centre, with the closest hotel listed first.
| Booking.com - a different perspective on accommodation options. |
Upon selecting their preferred hotel, guests will be redirected to the designated booking platform to complete their reservation. This platform enables them to earn reward points on eligible bookings and redeem accumulated points towards qualifying stays, subject to the applicable loyalty programme terms and conditions.
Visas
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Flights
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Home to a towering skyline, colourful neighbourhoods, the World Series-winning Houston Astros and superstar Beyoncé, Houston is a laid-back Texan metropolis. Here southern hospitality is fused with city life, and you’ll find world-class dining, a busy art scene and booming nightlife. With more than 145 languages spoken across the city’s neighbourhoods, expect an international food scene that goes well beyond Tex-Mex
London to Houston - Search and book a flight here
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United deals to Houston - Book here
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Corporate Connect
Consulting
| Consulting |
| Bain & Company, Inc. |
| McKinsey & Company |
Legal
Multi-disciplinary
| Multi-disciplinary services |
| Deloitte Houston |
Why not?
Joining a hotel loyalty programme is free and offers instant benefits, including exclusive member rates, complimentary Wi-Fi, and expedited check-in.
With every eligible stay, members earn points that can be redeemed for free nights, room upgrades, and a variety of travel rewards. As membership status grows, additional benefits may include complimentary breakfast, personalized recognition, and the flexibility of early check-in or late check-out, making every stay more rewarding and enjoyable.
| 1. Choice Hotels |
| Choice privileges |
| 2. Clermont Hotel Group (UK) |
| Affrordable rates |
| 3. Hilton |
| Hilton Honors |
| 4. Hyatt |
| World of Hyatt |
| 5. IHG |
| One Rewards |
| 6. Leonardo |
| Leonardo Advantage Club |
| 7. Marriott |
| Marriott Bonvoy |
| 8. Radisson |
| Radisson Rewards |
| 9. Whitbread (Europe) |
| Affrordable rates |
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Upon selecting their preferred hotel, guests will be redirected to the designated booking platform to complete their reservation. This platform enables them to earn reward points on eligible bookings and redeem accumulated points towards qualifying stays, subject to the applicable loyalty programme terms and conditions.
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