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Capital O Deluxe Inn Channelview Houston I-10

CA $646

per person

Mar 30 - Apr 6

found 23 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Calgary (YYC) to Houston (IAH)

6.2/10 (30 reviews)

I liked everything there was no dislikes

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024

Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Heights I-10

Washington Ave./ Memorial Park

CA $1,069

per person

Mar 19 - Mar 23

found 21 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Edmonton (YEG) to Houston (IAH)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

Great stay overall! The room was clean, comfortable, and the staff was super friendly. Loved the location and the amenities — definitely worth it. I’d stay here again!

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

The Lancaster Hotel

Downtown Houston

CA $1,828

per person

Mar 19 - Mar 23

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Edmonton (YEG) to Houston (IAH)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)

Wonderful and elegant.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Popular places to visit

Houston Zoo

Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.

Houston Natural Science Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum in Houston. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

Medical business district in Houston, TX

Houston Methodist Hospital

Though Houston Methodist Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Houston while you are here.

Houston Museum of Fine Arts

Architecturally stunning and filled with pieces by renowned artists of the world, this museum is a must-see for art lovers.

A Houston mecca for modern art. The museum was founded in 1948 and presented art in locations all over the city. In 1972, CAMH moved into this beautiful facility designed by Gunnar Birkerts.

Houston Contemporary Arts Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Houston Contemporary Arts Museum in Houston. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

Hermann Park

This expansive green space in the heart of the city offers places for exercising and relaxing, as well as a zoo and the Museum of Natural Science.

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Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

7118 Bertner Ave Houston TX

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

6633 Travis St Houston TX

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

5701 Main Street Houston TX

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

1709 DRYDEN ROAD Houston TX

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

6800 Main Street Houston TX

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

6580 Fannin Street Houston TX

InterContinental Houston by IHG

6750 Main St Houston TX

Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center

7329 FANNIN STREET Building 2 Houston TX

Crowne Plaza Houston Med Ctr-Galleria Area by IHG

2712 Southwest Fwy Houston TX

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