Texas Gulf Coast Travel Guide

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Texas Gulf Coast
Hermann Park featuring a garden and landscape views
Battleship Texas featuring military items
Memorial Park which includes a garden, a memorial and a pond
Hermann Park showing a garden, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in Texas Gulf Coast

Discovery Green which includes a high-rise building, a square or plaza and a city

Downtown Houston

4/5(38 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants acclaimed theatres and top sights from Toyota Center to Daikin Park – discover Downtown Houston, a destination also famous for its sports teams.

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The Galleria

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

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Crystal Beach

Travellers come to Crystal Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Crystal Beach and Gilchrist Beach while you're in town.

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Cinnamon Shore

While Cinnamon Shore isn't home to many top sights, Mustang Island Beach and Palmilla Beach Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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.

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West End

While visiting West End, you might make a stop by sights like Jamaica Beach and Sea Isle Beach.

West End
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 AU$208 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
AU$208
24 Jan - 25 Jan
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,284 reviews)
Thanks

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center

4 out of 5
7 Hope Blvd Galveston TX
The price is AU$146 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$146
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Galveston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,991 reviews)
Everything was outstanding!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa and Convention Center
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston

4 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street Houston TX
The price is AU$168 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$168
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,031 reviews)
Quick and easy. Only part is finding it with it being on the side valet

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

4.5 out of 5
5701 Main Street Houston TX
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,881 reviews)
Extremely helpful staff, excellent service. Location is convenient to everything.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!

2 out of 5
Galveston TX
Stay at this beach holiday home in Galveston. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Galveston Island Beaches and Galveston ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
We had a very good stay at this beach house. Our only disappointment was that the living room storm shutters didn’t open , but the owner had let us know ahead of time.

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Casa De La Sirena--Beachfront Retreat in Spanish Grant!
Sandy Haven

Sandy Haven

4 out of 5
Galveston TX
Stay at this holiday home in Galveston. Enjoy a beach locale, a marina and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Sea Isle Beach and Terramar Beach are located ...
Close to the beach

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2023

Sandy Haven
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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