East Downtown Houston Travel Guide

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Stay near popular East Downtown Houston attractions

Shell Energy Stadium

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
Catch an event at Shell Energy Stadium during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Activities

Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

NZ$52
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
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Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

NZ$69
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
The Official Houston City Tour

NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets

NZ$171
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus

NZ$69
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Houston: Guided City Tour by an Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Discover Houston Self Guided City Tour

Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour

NZ$6
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Discover Houston: A Self-Guided City Tour
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

NZ$38
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best East Downtown Houston Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria

4 out of 5
5353 Westheimer Rd Houston TX
The price is NZ$218 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$218
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,393 reviews)
"Everything is as ok my room wasn’t clean also my covers n stuff had make up on them hair in my shower just etc"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$199 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$199
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,480 reviews)
"Great location and excellent value! The price was very reasonable for such a convenient location. Check-in was smooth, quick, and easy, which made arriving after a long day stress-free. The hotel was a great option for our stay, especially considering the location and price. We would definitely consider ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
7118 Bertner Ave Houston TX
The price is NZ$291 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$291
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$518 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$518
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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
Grand Tuscany Hotel

Grand Tuscany Hotel

4 out of 5
12801 Northwest Fwy Houston TX
The price is NZ$173 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$173
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Grand Tuscany Hotel
Marriott Marquis Houston

Marriott Marquis Houston

4 out of 5
1777 Walker Street Houston TX
The price is NZ$493 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
NZ$493
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Marriott Marquis Houston
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Our guide on where to stay in East Downtown Houston

Find the best East Downtown Houston areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about East Downtown Houston
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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 Williams Tower.

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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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Photo by George Zimzores
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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.

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Montrose

Unique features of Montrose include the theatres and museums. Make a stop by Menil Collection or The Chapel of St. Basil while you're exploring the area.

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