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Houston TRAVEL GUIDE AND DEALS

Texas is much more than old oil money and cowboy hats. Instead, tuxedos and jeans co-habitate in Houston, a top cultural destination with its world-renowned museums, the world’s largest rodeo, NASA headquarters, and four major sports teams.

Why Go

The fourth-largest U.S. city wows with impressive architecture, Texas charm, and must-sees like the NASA Space Center.

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Under $200: Round-trip US flights w/taxes included CheapOair

$59+: Low fares to/from major US cities (one-way) Southwest Airlines

$43/nt+: Houston hotel discounts from up to 50% off Priceline.com

$93/nt+: 3-star Hilton Garden Inn Houston Westbelt Expedia

$66/nt+: Candlewood Suites Westchase Expedia

$89/nt+: 3-star Courtyard by Marriott - Brookhollow Expedia

$471+: La Quinta Inn Houston-Baytown West Expedia

Houston Hotels

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Alden Hotel
Located in the heart of downtown, this upscale 97-room boutique hotel from 1924 is contemporary, tech-savvy (there’s... boutique | historic

The Houstonian
It’s known for its top-rated spa and fitness center, but the richly decorated traditional surroundings, like French... spas

Hotel ICON
Located in the former Union National Bank building, the Icon is an icon for regulars who come for rooms with tinted,... luxury | historic | expensive

Hotel ZaZa
It’s the extras that make ZaZa splurge-worthy – Italian linens, candlelight turndown service, and “Magic... new | smart splurge | boutique | expensive

JW Marriott Houston
With over 500 recently renovated, spacious rooms, indoor/outdoor pools, and close proximity to Galleria shopping and... family

Residence Inn
With its free breakfast buffet, full kitchens, downtown location, and weekday evening social hour, families can spend money on... family

Alden Hotel
Located in the heart of downtown, this upscale 97-room boutique hotel from 1924 is contemporary, tech-savvy (there’s... boutique | historic

The Houstonian
It’s known for its top-rated spa and fitness center, but the richly decorated traditional surroundings, like French... spas

Hotel ICON
Located in the former Union National Bank building, the Icon is an icon for regulars who come for rooms with tinted,... trendy | historic | expensive

Hotel ZaZa
It’s the extras that make ZaZa splurge-worthy – Italian linens, candlelight turndown service, and “Magic... new | smart splurge | boutique | expensive

Hotel ICON
Located in the former Union National Bank building, the Icon is an icon for regulars who come for rooms with tinted,... luxury | historic | expensive

JW Marriott Houston
With over 500 recently renovated, spacious rooms, indoor/outdoor pools, and close proximity to Galleria shopping and... family

Residence Inn
With its free breakfast buffet, full kitchens, downtown location, and weekday evening social hour, families can spend money on... family

Houston Restaurants

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17 Restaurant
Texas-inspired entrees like venison chop share menu space with upscale comfort food (think macaroni and cheese with truffles)... romantic | smart splurge | seasonal menu

Café Annie
After turning tamales into fine dining in the 1980s, chef Robert Del Grande upped the ante with seasonal specialties like... smart splurge | notable chef

59 Diner
Forget the diet and go for chicken-fried steak and a root beer float at this authentic 1950s soda fountain –... family | off the path

Barnaby's Café, River Oaks
The original location is in Fairview, but this second version is bigger. Settle in for modern diner-style food like meatloaf... new | funky | pet-friendly

Lupe Tortilla Mexican Restaurant
With adult-friendly margaritas and enchiladas and kid-friendly munchies like tacos and quesadillas (not to mention the giant... family | play area

Arcodoro Ristorante Italiano
Diners are transported straight to the Mediterranean with Sardinian specialties like clam soup, wood-stove pizzas, and... patio