Gulfton Travel Guide
Houston
Popular places to visit
NRG Stadium
Catch an event at NRG Stadium during your trip to Houston. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
NASA Johnson Space Center
After visiting NASA Johnson Space Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Houston. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Walk around the campus of Rice University, a top university in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston CityPASS®: Admission to Top 5 Attractions
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Gulfton
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
It was nice just so loud and busy
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
The hotel is beautiful but there were some negatives. The pool was not heated. The spa lacked a steam room. The restaurant food was not good at all (the most disappointing part). And they keep these large koi fish in an indoor pool area with no access to the sun. Koi need sun for their health. This ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
No fridge, no microwave, rundown rooms, can’t request late checkout until 8a the day of, staff doesn’t answer phones when calling. Poor experience. Will not return & do not recommend
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
The Whitehall Houston
Clean room, friendly staff and not far from the Stadium.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff and Valet were both very helpful. Breakfast is pretty good , typical buffet style. Room was very clean and updated
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
The staff was awesome and very friendly! Hotel very nice! I will stay again
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gulfton
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.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, The Galleria and Williams Tower are top sights worth seeing.
River Oaks
Gardens and monuments are just a few things travellers like about River Oaks. A stop by River Oaks Country Club is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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.
Westchase
Visitors highly recommend Westchase for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Royal Oaks Village while you're in town.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Astrodome, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
