South Central Houston Travel Guide

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Stay near popular South Central Houston attractions

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Rice University

8.6/10 (1,772 reviews)
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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Top hotels in South Central Houston

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is 2.741.606 ₫ per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
2.741.606 ₫
3.237.744 ₫ total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is 4.986.749 ₫ per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
4.986.749 ₫
6.858.595 ₫ total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

4 out of 5
1709 DRYDEN ROAD Houston TX
The price is 3.549.082 ₫ per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
3.549.082 ₫
4.417.542 ₫ total
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,190 reviews)
"Only issue I had was the $300 incidental fee!! I’ve never paid that much!!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG

4 out of 5
6750 Main St Houston TX
The price is 4.535.650 ₫ per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
4.535.650 ₫
5.825.071 ₫ total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
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 ...
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl

Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl

2.5 out of 5
1301 Braeswood Blvd Houston TX
The price is 1.749.206 ₫ per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
1.749.206 ₫
2.053.743 ₫ total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

4 out of 5
6580 Fannin Street Houston TX
The price is 4.408.652 ₫ per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
4.408.652 ₫
5.996.632 ₫ total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
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Where to stay in South Central Houston

Find the best South Central Houston 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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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.

South Central Houston Travel Guide

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