El Lago 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.
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.
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 great live music and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Rice University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Rice University during your travels in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Houston's Official City & Mural Tour!
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Top hotels in El Lago
Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport
We liked how clean it was Thank you
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center
Nice Room
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake
The hotel offers a high-quality breakfast with fresh, well-prepared options. The professional staff are attentive, efficient, and consistently supportive. The rooms are clean and well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Quality Suites Houston Hobby Airport
Great service, clean room. Breakfast was a little lacking.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Best Western Plus Pearland/Houston Medical Center Hotel
Room was very clean nice staff nice as well
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Candlewood Suites Hotel Texas City by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Lago
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Houston Zoo or Houston Natural Science Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Carl Lewis International Track and Field Complex or Fertitta Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Children's Museum of Houston or Houston Natural Science Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
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.
