River Oaks Travel Guide

Houston

A cityscape with a river, a bridge, and modern skyscrapers.
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Stay near popular River Oaks attractions

River Oaks Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Houston at River Oaks Country Club. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

Picture 3 for Activity Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket

฿1,000
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Houston: Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket

฿401
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Cockrell Butterfly Center

Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket

฿501
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket

฿735
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes

฿1,502
per adult
Viral Drip Bear Painting w/ RnB & Hip Hop Tunes
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Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!

฿1,334
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
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Top hotels in River Oaks

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is ฿3,310 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿3,310
฿3,873 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
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 ฿3,846 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿3,846
฿4,531 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
The Whitehall Houston

The Whitehall Houston

4 out of 5
1700 Smith St Houston TX
The price is ฿4,687 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
฿4,687
฿5,484 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
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 ...
The Whitehall Houston
Kozy Houston North

Kozy Houston North

4 out of 5
NEQ of Westfield Place & Wagon Point Dri Houston TX
The price is ฿1,328 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿1,328
฿1,973 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,619 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful, however pools and hot tubs were not working, and neither were the elevators. Made for a poor experience and difficult stay."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Kozy Houston North
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

4.5 out of 5
6633 Travis St Houston TX
The price is ฿2,609 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿2,609
฿3,091 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria

4 out of 5
2222 West Loop South Houston TX
The price is ฿4,357 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,357
฿5,098 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Houston. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
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Where to stay in River Oaks

Find the best River Oaks areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

A cityscape with dense high-rise buildings, a river, and surrounding greenery.

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 city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a river flowing through a park.

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.

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.

River Oaks Travel Guide