University Place Travel Guide

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A large brick building with a central archway, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
A statue of William Marsh Rice with a plaque, set in a landscaped area with a building in the background.
A golden crown with intricate designs and jewels.
A detailed stone sarcophagus with carvings of warriors and horses.
An art gallery with wooden floors and walls, featuring several framed paintings.

Stay near popular University Place 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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Things to do

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

฿402
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

฿1,002
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

฿736
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
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Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

฿1,504
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

฿3,647
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience

฿1,171
per adult
Viral Drip Bear Painting Experience
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Top hotels in University Place

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is ฿3,605 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,605
฿4,256 total
30 Aug - 31 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
InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG

4 out of 5
6750 Main St Houston TX
The price is ฿5,207 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿5,207
฿6,760 total
30 Aug - 31 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 and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Well maintained. Helpful staff"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

InterContinental Houston by IHG
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 ฿4,098 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,098
฿4,795 total
28 Aug - 29 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
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is ฿3,875 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿3,875
฿4,534 total
11 Aug - 12 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! (4,401 reviews)
"As described"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
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 ฿4,264 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
฿4,264
฿5,024 total
14 Aug - 15 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! (4,321 reviews)
"I love the the room it was spacious and the location was great. I did not like It was not clear that parking was extra cost and so was breakfast."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
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 ฿4,933 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,933
฿5,772 total
30 Aug - 31 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,840 reviews)
"Really nice king suite rooms with high recessed ceilings and accent lighting. Wish parking was not valet only, but it was always a quick retrieval process."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in University Place

Find the best University Place 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.

A modern cityscape with a tram and tall buildings.
Photo by George Zimzores
Open Photo by George Zimzores

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.

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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