Where To Stay In Houston, Texas: 10 Hotels & Vacation Rentals - Updated 2024

where to stay in houston texas
Catherine
Catherine 
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Travelers to Paris can stay in a chateau and tourists in Switzerland can lodge in a chalet. And even though Houston’s accommodations aren’t nestled in the Swiss Alps or situated along the Seine River, it doesn’t mean visitors can’t enjoy a vacation in style. Luckily there’s no need to expect less than stellar lodgings when staying in this Gulf Coast city. Read on to uncover 10 picture-perfect places to stay in Houston, Texas.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.

1. Bungalow in the Heights: A restored Craftsman-style jewel! (from 196 USD)

This 1935 three-bedroom bungalow in the Heights has been brought back to its original beauty, with the added bonus of many modern amenities. Along with its authentic, historical design are contemporary touches, like central air conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, large Smart TVs in the living room and bedrooms, and a handy laundry room. All four beds are dressed in quality bedding and are very comfortable. The backyard is a great place to unwind, with a large wooden deck for lounging and a gas grill for barbecuing.

Bungalow in the Heights

Price: from 196 USD

Number of Guests: 6

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2. Luxury two bedroom 1920s apartment: Urban Cowboy chic! (from USD 131)

The Urban Cowboy Apartment is a very spacious two bedroom, two bathroom residence, offering two queen-size comfy beds in each bedroom. Built in 1927, the space has an eclectic atmosphere, with wonderful artistic touches throughout the home. All rooms are bright with pleasing color schemes.

There’s a roomy back patio with a barbecue grill and the Urban Cowboy Apartment sports many new appliances, including a washer and dryer. Centrally located, the apartment is a short drive to many of the areas’ museums and the art district. The cozy abode is also within walking distance of great restaurants, shops and hiking trails.

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1.86 km (1.2 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park
31 reviews   Wifi Available
House 7 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we loved our stay at the apt
highly recommend luxe urban cowboy apt
we would love to come back and stay at the apt again
Cleanliness:
it was clean and well equipped
clean and well kept with everything one would need
everything was clean and ready when we got there and easy to check-in and out
Host:
owners on site and most helpful
owners live upstairs and were very nice and helpful
the owners are incredibly kind helpful and considerate
the owners katy and medhi we very friendly and helpful with inside area knowledge
Location:
the location is amazing and so convenient
this location by far has been our favorite
the property itself is in a great location with whole foods and great restaurants within walking distance
really liked the house it was close to everything we wanted to do as tourists in houston
excellent location thanks again for a great stay
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3. Ideal midtown one bedroom: Top-notch looks & locale! (from USD 109)

With high ceilings, great views and perfect location, this one bedroom apartment is a beautiful spot to spend a Houston getaway. Surrounded by top areas, such as downtown, the Museum District, and the lively Montrose neighborhood, this its location is very walkable and near a lot of nightlife.

The queen-size bed is comfy, so anticipate a good night’s sleep. A private patio has nice views and overlooks the shared apartment pool, which is the real highlight of the property. With its sparkling blue water and inviting lounge area, showcasing comfortable chairs and a toasty firepit, there’s no doubt guests will spend much of their time in the splendor of the outdoors!

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Houston, Texas, United States
1.47 km (1.0 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park
258 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there's a great balcony overlooking the pool
i also loved that the apartment faced an internal courtyard so it was incredibly quiet
an exceptional apartment with all amenities needed for a wonderful stay
the amenities are awesome - pool gym and parking
the apartment was perfect and the onsite amenities pool and gym were topnotch
Cleanliness:
great communication super clean
it was clean and comfortable
very clean and secure apartment
very clean and quiet at night
it was exceptionally clean spacious and comfortable
Host:
very patient and helpful host
host very responsive and helpful
lucille is also a great host very kind and always ready to help
lucille was a wonderful host who kept in regular contact
lucille is the best host i have stayed with
Location:
great place close by everything
great location and a lovely place
great location for exploring houston
easy interesting walkable location
you can walk wherever and the very affordable bcycle bicycle sharing station is super close by
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4. St. Emanuel House: A snazzy place to stay & play! (from 185 USD)

Located in east downtown Houston, St. Emanuel House is a large two bedroom, two and a half bathroom home that is perfect for a large group of friends or a family getaway. The space is very open and bright, with many windows. All the sleeping arrangements are cozy and comfortable, and there are plenty of crisp, clean sheets, pillows, and blankets available.

The entertainment center is equipped with a large LED TV and Netflix and there’s high-speed WiFi, as well. For some physical activity, there’s a ping-pong table in the garage! St. Emanuel House is close to many entertaining attractions, like Discovery Green, bars, breweries, and restaurants.

St. Emanuel House

Price: from 185 USD

Number of Guests: 12

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5. Hilton Americas-Houston: Polished luxury lodging! (from USD 186)

An amazing outdoor sundeck with skyline views and a stunning Olympic-size pool are just a few of the great features that await guests at Hilton Americas-Houston. The beds are plush and comfortable and the rooms are spacious. Hilton Americas-Houston also has an impressive indoor skywalk to the George R. Brown Convention Center.

Just steps from the Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, GreenStreet shops, and Discovery Green, Hilton Americas-Houston is a fine place if you want exciting downtown action.

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Hilton Americas-Houston

Address: 1600 Lamar Street
2.17 km (1.4 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace

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6. Rich & ritzy comfort at the Hampton Inn - Houston Downtown (from USD 353)

With a wonderful outdoor pool and a very nice fitness center and spa, Hampton Inn - Houston Downtown is a great hotel for keeping guests in shape. Rooms offer soft, pleasant color schemes and snug beds. Guests can opt for a standard Guest Room or an Accessible Room, which has all the luxury of a Guest Room, but with more space.

If you’re attending a baseball game at Minute Maid Park it’s an easy stroll, and there are lots of fine dining options in the immediate area. Got a late night craving? A nicely-stocked mini snack court can be found in the lobby area. Hampton Inn - Houston Downtown offers a free hot breakfast every morning, and free coffee or tea in the lobby, 24 hours a day.

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Hampton Inn Houston Downtown

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 710 Crawford Street
2.14 km (1.4 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms

7. Four Seasons Hotel Houston: Top-rated from service to slumber! (from USD 575)

With a staff unequaled in their attentiveness and friendly manner, Four Seasons Hotel Houston provides a welcoming stay, from beginning to end. A newly renovated gym and spa area, as well as a relaxing pool and hot tub, provides a healthy dose of exercise and pampering.

The guests’ rooms are crisp, clean, and spacious, with a refined, yet homey quality. Flowers arranged in every room is a nice elegant touch. For an enjoyable meal, try the delicious Italian cuisine at the on-site Quattro restaurant.

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Four Seasons Hotel Houston

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 1300 Lamar Street
1.84 km (1.2 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna

8. Penthouse with panoramic views: Soaring downtown beauty!

This is a penthouse with panoramic views - need we say more? With spectacular views of the downtown Houston skyline, from no less than two great balconies, this one bedroom luxury space on the top floor provides stylish high-rise living.

Housed in a historic building, guests are given access to a gym, rooftop, lounge area, and parking garage. A pretty outdoor pool adds to the relaxed and easy-living atmosphere. Walk to entertaining bars, events, and restaurants.

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1.58 km (1.0 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park
48 reviews  
Entire apartment 1 Bed 4 Guests

9. Modern penthouse suite: Hip, young & millennial-driven

With lots of fantastic eateries and trendy bars within walking distance, this modern penthouse suite is a great choice for the young crowd. Guests have access to a lovely pool, 24-hour gym, free Starbucks coffee, and a clubhouse with a pool table. There’s also a life-size chessboard!

The penthouse is a posh one bedroom with a very comfortable bed.The surrounding decor is simple but elegant, with splashes of purple throughout. The host receives high-marks and is very accommodating and friendly.

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Houston, Texas, United States
25.88 km (16.1 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park
50 reviews  
Entire apartment 2 Beds 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
newer upscale apartment complex with good amenities (e
the amenities were great pool table & tv's & lounging area is an awesome place to relax
this place was excellent it was a super comfortable space and exactly as we expected
Cleanliness:
the place was clean and very acomodating
the place was beautiful everything was clean and outstanding
it was clean and just as nice as the pictures
great place very clean and well put together
this place is exactly as described it was very clean and comfy
Host:
great host and very accommodating
tony was a great host
the host was great he communicated effectively
he was easy to contact and very helpful
the co-host lindsay was amazing she provided a detailed tour and was available for any questions after
Location:
it's perfect for a get away and close to everything
everything about this location was perfect i will definitely stay again
good location for katy and west houston
and the beautiful purple lighting as well i will definitely book at this location again
his communication was great there were several establishments within walking distance to have food and drinks
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10. One bedroom warehouse apartment: Eye-catching gem in the center of downtown

Centrally located in the Downtown area, this one bedroom warehouse apartment offers attractive accommodation with its beautiful exposed brick look, wonderful lighting, and cozy flair. Tastefully decorated, this unique space offers a balcony with great city views, a comfy queen-size bed, along with a couple of fold-out sleep sofas, and a washer and dryer.

Other amenities on hand are a gym, cable TV, and WiFi. There’s also easy access to much of downtown Houston’s tourist attractions.

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Houston, Texas, United States
2.73 km (1.7 mi) from Eleanor Tinsley Park
412 reviews  
Entire apartment 2 Beds 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
place was cozy and the view was beautiful
all the sleeping arrangements were quite comfortable and we had no issues
the unit was comfortable well equipped and speedy wifi
great spot well stocked kitchen including spices oils coffee tea etc
well-stocked kitchen nice wifi/entertainment and plenty to do in the area
Cleanliness:
clean spacious and cozy
clean spacious convenient and comfortable
clean comfortable and great location
apartment was easy to get to and very clean
also i loved the private parking and how clean it was
Host:
hosts are very responsive
thankful for the quick responses from host
the hosts were responsive and friendly
they were also very easy to reach and responsive
host was very detailed and made it easy
Location:
location was perfect
great location for downtown activities
great location everything in walking distance
great location for stay near downtown houston
it is central to everything and really cute
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Dapper digs in Houston

So go ahead and make plans to explore the Space Center and visit the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. When it comes to lodgings, tourists may not get a chalet or chateau, but whether it’s a posh high-rise hotel, a charming bungalow with cute accents, or an elegantly decorated apartment, Houston’s accommodations do offer a very pleasing array of amenities to satisfy the most discerning eye.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Catherine has written professionally for over 10 years, and a sizable amount has been travel writing. Her desire to see the world was sparked at a very young age. Growing up, there were many family...Read more

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