Title: 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96702828&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! Vacation home with kitchen, near University of Houston ## Photo gallery for 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! ![TV, fireplace - 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96710000/96702900/96702828/d452da0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96710000/96702900/96702828/cd122cf3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96710000/96702900/96702828/76a9e4a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi - 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96710000/96702900/96702828/69ecdf83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96710000/96702900/96702828/816e6668.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Make yourself at home in this spacious Houston hideaway, located near the Natural Science Museum and Houston Zoo. With a washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, and outdoor seating area with a grill for guest use in the backyard. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Outdoor space - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! Welcome to our spacious Houston hideaway! With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, lots of living space, and room for up to 7 guests, our home is the perfect base for exploring the city. Located near popular attractions like the Natural Science Museum and Houston Zoo, you\`ll have plenty to do. We are also very close to the Med Center, the University of Houston, and Texas Southern. Plus, enjoy amenities like Wi-Fi and a washer/dryer. Come and make yourself at home! We have a king bed, two queens, and a futon in the living room. The backyard has outdoor seating as well as a grill for guest use. Please note we do not provide propane. There are propane cans for guest use but you will have to go get them filled. You\`re also welcome to bring your own! We have off-street parking in the driveway and can fit up to 3 vehicles, as well as free street parking throughout the neighborhood. Both bathroom are showerhead only, no tub faucets. We provide the following for our guests to maximize your experience: \- Towels \- Linens \- Shampoo \- Conditioner \- Body Wash \- Coffee \- Cooking Essentials \- Hair Dryer \- First Aid Kit Please see the full amenity list for all details. you have exclusive access to entire unit! We are available 24/7 for all your needs South Central Houston spans several areas including the Museum District, packed with cultural institutions like the wide-ranging Museum of Fine Arts. The Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Houston Zoo are set in Hermann Park, which has a lake and a mini railway. Midtown is popular for pubs, music venues, and varied dining, while Texas Southern University and University of Houston are in the Greater Third Ward. Uber and Lyft are available and affordable in the area! The driveway is gated! ALLERGY DISCLAIMER: If you have any pet allergies please reach out to Vello to confirm the home is pet-free before your stay. \*\*Free Early Check In/Late Check Out When Available\*\* ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 steps to reach entrance - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96810000/96805100/96805010/15b28806.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Htown Home Near NRG, Med Center | BBQ Yard Games Willow Meadows/Willowbend Area - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 13 reviews CA $138 CA $438 total includes taxes & fees Dec 15 - Dec 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=96805010&PinnedHotelID=96805010&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99430000/99425900/99425878/f718c990.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gated 3BR, Sleeps 7 Med Center NRG Downtown Southeast Houston - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=99425878&PinnedHotelID=99425878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97160000/97150500/97150452/0e08f8d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Townhome 3 minutes from downtown & 5 minutes from the heights! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 415991 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.72786%2C-95.36838&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7mG9C5onn_SNcurQVId2Nk92Kqg=) Houston, TX #### What's nearby - 2209 Dowling Street \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Texas Southern University \- 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Hermann Park \- 2 min drive \- 2.3 km - Children's Museum of Houston \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km - University of Houston \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 km #### Getting around - Ensemble/HCC Station - 2 min drive - Houston Station - 21 min drive - Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Savoy - ‬6 min walk - ‪Blodgett Food Hall - ‬9 min walk - ‪Balthazar's - ‬6 min walk - ‪The D Bar - ‬7 min walk - ‪Spot Lounge & Bar - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center!? ### What time is check-out at 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center!? ### Where is 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## 5 minutes from the Museums & the Med Center! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darrell C. Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place in great location. The photos are real. Checkin and check out smooth without issue. Any question or concern were promply reslovled by the host. The photos showd a grill, but it wasnt there when i checked in. After contact, those host had it delivered in under and hour. I will stay here again when im back in houston. ##### Darrell C. 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