Gulfton Travel Guide
Houston
Popular places to visit
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
NASA Johnson Space Center
After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Space Center Houston
Visit the heart of the American space industry in the control centre that put man on the moon.
Top hotels in Gulfton
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Staff was extremely sweet, let you know where everything is. Gave us cookies. The only annoying part was the parking garage, we got stuck multiple times bc our parking pads didn’t work.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Although I had booked a Standard Room, 1 queen bed, I was placed in a petite queen. I must congratulate Hotel Zsa Zsa in providing me with the smallest hotel room that I have ever occupied. That includes many hotel rooms in Italy which has notoriously small rooms. If you have the slightest problem ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
The room was nice. No microwave which was disappointing. Close to the galleria. Staff didn’t explain very well about the parking garage.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Beautifully classic, elegant and well-maintained hotel in the heart of Downtown Houston with excellent staff, Nelli, Mark and Brandon were out of this world. I would definitely return over and over again, amazing service all around.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Property was very clean and welcoming.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
The Whitehall Houston
I can’t really see if there were shops nearby because we drove everywhere surface family. I didn’t see any pets, what I thought was crazy is that you had to pay $45 a night to valet your car also when we did check into a room I had dropped my phone cord on the floor when I went to pick it up in like ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gulfton
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby
Greenway Plaza-Upper Kirby is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Richmond Avenue and Highland Village while you're in town.
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.
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.
Westchase
Visitors highly recommend Westchase for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Oaks Village while you're in town.
