South Central Houston, TX
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Popular places to visit
Rice University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe around Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.
Houston Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Houston Zoo home during your trip to Houston? Experience the area's fascinating museums and lively festivals.
University of Houston
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Houston, during your travels in Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Children's Museum of Houston
You can take time to visit Children's Museum of Houston during your travels to Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices.
Houston Methodist Hospital
Though Houston Methodist Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston while you are here.
Houston Natural Science Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum in Houston. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
South Central Houston Hotel Deals
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Rooms were clean, staff was friendly and helpful, fitness room ha a pretty good amount of machines and free weights. The complimentary cookies were delicious!
Reviewed on 3 March 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
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Reviewed on 3 March 2026
Downtowner Inns - Houston Downtown
We stayed at this motel for two days and had a really great experience. The person who welcomed us was extremely kind, friendly, and always available to help with anything we needed — that kind of attitude really makes a difference when you’re traveling. The motel is conveniently located close to ...
Reviewed on 3 March 2026
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
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Reviewed on 4 March 2026
InterContinental Houston by IHG
The staff was very helpful. The room was quiet (on 17th floor) and comfortable. The restaurant has a large excellent menu, and there is a nice lobby bar. A great place to stay at the Texas Medical Center.
Reviewed on 5 March 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
The room was gorgeous and I even got warm cookies upon check in!
Reviewed on 1 March 2026
Other neighborhoods around South Central Houston
Greater Third Ward
While you're in Greater Third Ward, take in top sights like Fertitta Center or TDECU Stadium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Midtown
Characterized by a vibrant nightlife and young residents, this central Houston neighborhood boasts Ensemble Theatre, the largest African-American theater company in the US, and various parks like Midtown Park and Elizabeth Baldwin Park. Easily accessible via METRORail Red Line.
East Downtown Houston
Get to know East Downtown Houston and its many features like its restaurants and live music. You might want to explore sights like Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues, and you can jump on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the city.
Museum District
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. You can visit top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum, and jump on the metro at Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
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 the city at Bell Station or Downtown Transit Center Station.
Houston Convention District
If you're looking for things to see and do in Houston Convention District, ample dining options and great live music are highlights. You might also check out Kinder Lake while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Convention District Station to get around town.
