HOUSTON has relentless Texan pride, and above all its refusal to take itself totally seriously, give it a perverse appeal, while its well-endowed museums and rich nightlife mean there is always something to do. That Howard Hughes came from Houston makes absolute sense; eccentric, domineering and sordid, the millionaire typified all that makes the city intriguing.
There is good reason why Houston exists at all; it was founded on a muddy mire in 1837 by two brothers from New York who hoped it would become the capital of the new Republic of Texas. For all their wild claims about its potential as a port, and its (imaginary) urban attractions, the more promising site of Austin was made capital in 1839. However, by then Houston had somehow established itself as a commercial center. Oil discovered in 1901, and, like the city itself, unpredictable and heading for obsolescence became the foundation, along with cotton and real estate, of vast private fortunes. Among the most famous of the philanthropists responsible for the development of downtown Houston was the cruelly named Ima Hogg. Her city improvement projects were largely cosmetic, however, and the contradictions of urban life are still writ large here, where abject poverty coexists with ostentatious wealth.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is 23 miles north of Houston while the smaller, domestic William P. Hobby Airport is seven miles southeast of downtown Houston.
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 RAMADA PLAZA NEAR THE GALLERIA , 7611 KATY FREEWAY - Houston, TX, United States
Located Two Miles From The Upscale Shops And Restaurants Of The Galleria Mall Close To The Excitement Of Downtown Houston, Texas The Ramada Plaza Near The Galleria, Is An Ideal Destination For Business And Leisure Travelers And Weekend Getaways. Guests Of This Six-story Hotel Will Find Themselves Enveloped In Contemporary Comfort. Conveniently Near The Eclectic Shops, Eateries And Nightspots Of The Marq*E Entertainment Park, The Thrill Rides Of Six Flag Astroworld And The Home Of The Excitement Of Minute Maid Park, Home Of The Houston Astros, Houston Has Something For Everyone.
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 MARRIOTT WEST LOOP GALLERIA , 1750 WEST LOOP SOUTH - Houston, TX, United States
The Marriott West Loop By The Galleria Is Conveniently Located Within Walking Distance To Over 50 Upscale Restaurants, Bars, And Shops. Situated Just Outside The Hustle And Bustle Of Downtown, The Houston Marriott West Loop Provides A Place To Unwind And Relax, Or Prepare For An Exciting Day Exploring The Many Attractions Of This Worldly City.
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 SPRINGHILL SUITES HOUSTON HOBBY , 7922 MOSLEY ROAD - Houston, TX, United States
Located Two Miles From The Houston Hobby International Airport And 10 Miles From Downtown, The Springhill Suites Houston Hobby (Texas) Caters To Business Travelers And Vacationers In Search Of Comfortable Accommodations. Guests Can Enjoy Nearby Golf Courses Or Watch A Houston Astros Baseball Game At Minute Maid Park. The Hotel Offers Complimentary Shuttle Service To The Airport And Area Attractions Within A Five-mile Radius.
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 OMNI HOUSTON HOTEL , FOUR RIVERWAY - Houston, TX, United States
The Omni Houston Hotel Is A Superior-class Hotel Located 30 Miles From George Bush Airport. With A Full Array Of Amenities, This Property Situated On 25 Acres Of Impeccably Manicured Grounds Is The Perfect Stay For Business And Leisure Travelers Headed To The Lone Star State's Largest City. The Hotel Provides Complimentary Town Car Service For Guests Traveling Within A Three-mile Radius. Airport Express Shuttle Will Take Guests To And From The Hotel. The Omni Offers Four Tennis Courts, Two Outdoor Pools With Underwater Music, A Health Club And Spa Services. Business Travelers Will Appreciate Internet Access, Staffed Business Center And Full Concierge Services.
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PARK PLAZA RELIANT CENTER , 8686 KIRBY DRIVE - Houston, TX, United States
The Park Plaza Reliant Center Is Both A Contemporary Full Service Hotel And A Historical Texas Landmark. Easily Accessible And Nestled Within Tall Trees In The Heart Of Houston, These Extraordinary Facilities Sit Ideally At The Entrance To Reliant Park. The Park Plaza Reliant Center Provides Two Outdoor Pools, Waterfall Whirlpool, Fitness Center, Business Center And The Signature Radisson Club Floor For Your Business Or Leisure Enjoyment. The 18,000 Square Foot Sam Houston Ballroom Is A Stunning Centerpiece To The Total 55,000 Square Feet Of Flexible Meeting Space. This Expansive Facility Comes With A Staff Experienced In Every Aspect For A Successful Event.
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 HOTEL ICON , 220 MAIN STREET - Houston, TX, United States
Built In 1911 As A Bank, And Resurrected As An Upscale Cosmopolitan Hotel In 2004, The Hotel Icon In Houston, Texas Is The Ideal Destination For Discerning Business Travelers And For Unforgettable Romantic Weekend Getaways. The Twelve-story Hotel, Located 13 Miles From William P. Hobby Airport And 20 Miles From Bush Intercontinental Airport, Is Less Than One Mile From Houston's Theater District And The George R. Brown Convention Center. Guests Can Watch The Astros Round The Bases At Minute Maid Park, Cheer As The Texans Dominate The Gridiron At Reliant Stadium, Or Catch A Show At The Jones Hall For The Performing Arts. The Hotel Offers Complimentary London-style Taxi Or Pedicab Service Within A Three-mile Radius.
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INN AT THE BALLPARK , 1520 TEXAS AVENUE - Houston, TX, United States
Conveniently Located In The Heart Of Downtown Houston, Inn At The Ballpark Is Situated At The Corner Of Texas Avenue And Crawford Street. The Hotel Is Across The Street From Minute Maid Park And Just Steps From The Business District, George R. Brown Convention Center And The New Toyota Center. It Is Also An Easy Ride From Both Bush Intercontinental And Hobby Airports. The Inn At The Ballpark Is The Perfect Destination For Business Or Leisure. Guestrooms Are Thoughtfully Designed With The Corporate Traveler In Mind.
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BEST WESTERN HOTEL & SUITES , 7625 KATY FREEWAY - Houston, TX, United States
The Best Western Hotel & Suites At Interstate 10 And Loop 610 Sits In The Upscale Post Oak Area Of Houston, Texas, Near Pro Sports Venues, Six Flags Astroworld Theme Park, Splashtown, The Nasa Space Center And Plenty Of Shopping. Air Travelers Are 17 Miles From Hobby Airport And 25 Miles From George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
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 COMFORT INN BROOKHOLLOW , 4760 SHERWOOD LANE - Houston, TX, United States
The Comfort Inn Brookhollow Is Just 3 Short Miles From Houston's Famous Galleria Mall And 6 Miles From Downtown; Enjoy Texas Size Hospitality At This Value-packed Hotel That Offers Countless Amenities At A Minimal Price. Located Just North Of The 610 Loop, Just 20 Miles From Both International Airport And Hobby Airport, The Comfort Inn Brookhollow Is Convenient To Most Areas In Houston.
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