South Central Houston Travel Guide

Houston

A water feature with multiple tiers and a circular viewing platform at the top.
A city skyline at night with illuminated skyscrapers and a large brick plaza in the foreground.
A train on tracks with graffiti on a nearby building.
A park with a gazebo, a fountain, and tall buildings in the background.
A water feature with a cascading waterfall, a grassy hill, and a tall building in the background.

Stay near popular South Central Houston attractions

A large historic building with a red roof and arched windows, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a clear blue sky.

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 art galleries and lively festivals.
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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 ₹10,218 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
₹10,218
₹12,067 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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 ₹19,907 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹19,907
₹26,757 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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
InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG

4 out of 5
6750 Main St Houston TX
The price is ₹13,700 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹13,700
₹17,960 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Was a great place to stay very close to MD Anderson"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

InterContinental Houston by IHG
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 ₹15,558 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹15,558
₹19,365 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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 ...
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

4 out of 5
6800 Main Street Houston TX
The price is ₹11,759 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
₹11,759
₹13,758 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
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 ₹7,039 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
₹7,039
₹8,264 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
5.8/10 (1,008 reviews)
"Poorly working amenities."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Houston Med Ctr Braeswood Bl
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Where to stay in South Central Houston

Find the best South Central Houston areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and a park with trees and people.

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.

A large, modern shopping mall with a glass ceiling and multiple levels.

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.

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a prominent one with 'Texas Children's Hospital' on it, under a partly cloudy sky.

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.

An art gallery with a minimalist design, featuring a central bench and large abstract paintings on the walls.

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.

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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