Texas Gulf Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Whooping Crane and Roseate Spoonvilles near The Big Tree.
Arguably the oldest, continuously operating recording studio in America, SugarHill Studios in Houston has witnessed the beginnings of stellar careers, the birth of musical genres and the recording of many hits in its 72 year history.

Over the years Willie Nelson, The Rolling Stones, Todd Rundgren, Freddy Fender, Asleep at the Wheel and many more have laid down tracks in these hallowed halls.

Beyoncé Knowles cut her first tracks and her first albums with Destiny's Child here in Studio A. The Big Bopper tracked "Chantilly Lace" in studio B. The list goes on and on.

#LocalGem
Astros!

Where to stay in Texas Gulf Coast

Discovery Green showing city views, modern architecture and a high-rise building

Downtown Houston

4/5(25 area reviews)

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

Downtown Houston
Large vacant land near raised beach house with spacious grassy backyard in Port Bolivar, Texas. Elevated sturdy stilts homes, design common along Gulf Coast for storm resilience, flood protection

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.

Crystal Beach
Man at the famous Water Wall in Houston, Texas USA

The Galleria

4.5/5(15 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.

The Galleria
PORT ARANSAS, TX - 9 FEB 2023: Young surfer carries a surfboard on the beach, near the water of the Gulf of Mexico and a pier, in evening light.

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.

Cinnamon Shore
Aerial view of Herman Park near Medical center in downtown Houston, Texas

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.

Texas Medical Center
Holy sunset was this view beautiful today in Galveston. 🌅

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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 Rp2.441.557 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
Rp2.441.557
Rp2.876.587 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (3,337 reviews)
Cleanliness

Reviewed on 4 Feb 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 Rp2.917.185 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
Rp2.917.185
Rp3.413.107 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,696 reviews)
Service was excellent

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
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! (1,890 reviews)
All aspects of Hotel Zaza are consistently excellent. Rooms are clean & comfortable. Staff is friendly & accommodating regardless of how busy they are. Excellent restaurant. Highly recommended

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
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! (1,890 reviews)
All aspects of Hotel Zaza are consistently excellent. Rooms are clean & comfortable. Staff is friendly & accommodating regardless of how busy they are. Excellent restaurant. Highly recommended

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
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
Rusk House Serviced Apartments

Rusk House Serviced Apartments

4.5 out of 5
1085 Rusk Street, Suite B Houston TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Houston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Toyota Center ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (335 reviews)
Room was amazing and spaceous

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Rusk House Serviced Apartments
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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