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4.4 average across 20 rated listings

Luxury nightly rates vary by date and room category; dining, spa treatments, and valet parking are additional. – Luxury nightly rates vary by date and room category; dining, spa treatments, and parking cost extra.

#1 3.9 (1,144) Hotels

C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton

Famous for: Design-led downtown Houston stays honoring Charlotte Baldwin Allen, with Rosalie Italian Soul and a welcoming lobby bar.

Stay at C. Baldwin in downtown Houston for Rosalie Italian Soul, stylish rooms, a lobby bar, and easy walks to Sam Houston…

Downtown business travelers Theatergoing couples Italian-American food enthusiasts

#2 4.6 (2,262) Extended stay hotel

Four Seasons Hotel Houston

Famous for: Luxury downtown stays combining Toro Toro’s Pan-Latin steakhouse, Bandista cocktails, and a fourth-floor outdoor pool.

Stay at Four Seasons Hotel Houston for Toro Toro dining, Bandista cocktails, an outdoor pool, and easy walks to Discovery Green and…

Convention travelers Luxury-seeking couples Families needing residential suites

#3 4.3 (1,358) Hotels

Hotel ICON, Autograph Collection

Famous for: Historic bank architecture, a preserved vault, and boutique accommodations with selected whirlpool rooms in downtown Houston.

Stay in Houston’s 1911 Union National Bank building at Hotel ICON, with whirlpool room options, Texas dining, and easy access to Preston…

Architecture enthusiasts Theatergoing couples Downtown business travelers

#4 4.5 (2,818) Event venue

Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District

Famous for: Theatrical themed suites, Monarch dining, and a poolside retreat beside Houston's leading museums and Hermann Park.

Stay at Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District for themed suites, Monarch dining, ZaSpa, and an outdoor pool beside Hermann Park and Houston's…

Museum-focused couples Design-minded travelers Spa weekenders

#5 3.5 (1,182) Hotels

Hyatt Place Houston-North

Famous for: Spacious Hyatt Place rooms, complimentary parking, and an outdoor pool near Houston’s Greenspoint business district.

Stay at Hyatt Place Houston-North in Greenspoint for spacious rooms, an outdoor pool, free parking, and easy road access to Bush Airport…

Airport stopover travelers North Houston business travelers Families with rental cars

#6 4.4 (4,873) Hotels

Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown

Famous for: John Portman’s soaring atrium, glass elevators, outdoor pool, and its historic association with the Spindletop revolving restaurant.

Stay at Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown for Portman’s soaring atrium, an outdoor pool, steakhouse dining, and easy access to parks and METRORail.

Downtown business travelers Architecture enthusiasts Theatergoing couples

#7 4.4 (1,882) Hotels

Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria

Famous for: Contemporary Uptown accommodations with Urban Star dining, an outdoor pool, and convenient access to Galleria shopping.

Stay at Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria on Sage Road for Urban Star dining, an outdoor pool, accessible rooms, and easy walks to Galleria…

Uptown business travelers Galleria shoppers Families needing two-queen rooms

#8 4.5 (861) Conference center

InterContinental Houston, an IHG Hotel

Famous for: Upscale Texas Medical Center accommodations with Mediterranean dining, an outdoor pool, and extensive conference facilities.

Stay at InterContinental Houston near the Texas Medical Center for Safina dining, an outdoor pool, suites, and easy access to Rice University.

Medical-center visitors Conference delegates Rice University visitors

#9 4.4 (2,003) Hotels

JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria

Famous for: Upscale Uptown accommodations across from The Galleria, with Texas-inspired dining, pool facilities, and extensive meeting spaces.

Stay at JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria for Texas-inspired dining, pool time, and easy access to Uptown shopping, Williams Tower, and…

Uptown business travelers Luxury shopping travelers Families seeking spacious rooms

#10 4.5 (2,114) Hotels

JW Marriott Houston Downtown

Famous for: Luxury accommodations in Houston’s historic Carter Building, with Main Kitchen, 806 Lounge, and the Spa by JW.

Stay in Houston’s historic Carter Building at JW Marriott Houston Downtown, with Main Kitchen, Spa by JW, and easy access to downtown…

Business travelers Spa-focused couples Architecture enthusiasts

#11 4.6 (215) Hotels

La Colombe d’Or hotel

Famous for: A historic Montrose mansion hotel combining original art, luxury suites, garden bungalows, and intimate dining.

Stay at Houston’s La Colombe d’Or, a 32-suite Montrose hotel with a 1923 mansion, original art, garden bungalows, and dining near the…

Art-focused couples Historic hotel enthusiasts Luxury leisure travelers

#12 4.4 (7,321) Hotels

Marriott Marquis Houston

Famous for: Its Texas-shaped rooftop lazy river, infinity pool, and direct connection to Houston’s convention center.

Stay at Marriott Marquis Houston for its Texas-shaped lazy river, Xochi dining, and direct convention-center access beside downtown Discovery Green.

Convention attendees Families with school-age children Downtown sports fans

#13 4.6 (1,919) Hotels

The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa

Famous for: Wooded resort grounds, Trellis Spa, three pools, and an extensive private fitness club near Houston’s Memorial Park.

Explore The Houstonian in Houston: a wooded luxury resort near Memorial Park with Trellis Spa, three pools, TRIBUTE dining, and a substantial…

Spa-focused couples Fitness-minded travelers Families seeking pool time

#14 4.7 (829) Hotels

The Lancaster Hotel

Famous for: Historic Theater District hospitality, contemporary Texas art, and complimentary breakfast in a Joseph Finger-designed 1926 hotel.

Stay at The Lancaster Hotel in Houston’s Theater District for 1926 architecture, Texas art, included breakfast, and easy walks to major theaters.

Theater-going couples Texas art enthusiasts Architecture and history buffs

#15 4.3 (731) Hotels

The Laura Hotel, Houston Downtown, Autograph Collection

Famous for: Upscale downtown Houston stays with an elevated outdoor pool, Southern dining, and a steamboat-inspired identity.

Stay at The Laura Hotel in downtown Houston for an outdoor pool, Southern dining at Hull & Oak, and easy walks to…

Downtown business travelers Convention attendees Couples on city breaks

#16 4.6 (2,077) Business to business service

The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston

Famous for: Luxury Uptown accommodations, a rooftop helipad, destination restaurants, and an expansive spa with an outdoor pool.

Explore The Post Oak Hotel in Houston’s Uptown district, with spacious rooms, a 20,000-square-foot spa, pool cabanas, and destination dining options.

Luxury weekend travelers Spa-focused couples Uptown business travelers

#17 4.3 (2,716) Hotels

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

Famous for: Upscale Uptown accommodations combining Galleria shopping access, an outdoor pool, on-site dining, and extensive conference facilities.

Stay at The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria in Uptown, with an outdoor pool, ARA Restaurant, Axis Lounge, and convenient access to Galleria…

Business travelers Galleria shoppers Conference attendees

#18 4.6 (1,028) Hotels

The St. Regis Houston

Famous for: Traditional luxury accommodations, formal afternoon tea, and The Remington dining near Houston’s River Oaks District.

Stay at The St. Regis Houston near River Oaks District, with spacious rooms, afternoon tea, The Remington dining, an outdoor pool, and…

Luxury-minded couples Business travelers Afternoon-tea enthusiasts

Planning guide

Hotels in Houston: plan your visits

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the top hotels to visit in Houston?

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