River Oaks, TX
Houston
Visit River Oaks
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.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention center in Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
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.
Things to do
NASA's Space Center Admission Plus Houston City Tour
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Butterfly Center Ticket
Houston: Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket
Houston: Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket
River Oaks Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
It’s ok.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Although I had booked a Standard Room, 1 queen bed, I was placed in a petite queen. I must congratulate Hotel Zsa Zsa in providing me with the smallest hotel room that I have ever occupied. That includes many hotel rooms in Italy which has notoriously small rooms. If you have the slightest problem ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
The rooms are small. The chair in the room is kids size. Horrible lighting in bathroom. The shower heads are different in depending on the room. No microwave in your room.
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Location of this hotel is good. It is downtown and close proximity to Daikon Park and Toyota Center. The valet drop off pick up area is very confusing super busy at a very busy intersection that would be my chief complaint and of course, like most downtown towns of major cities, homeless people and ...
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
Kozy Houston North
I’ve stayed here many times and every time the rooms are clean, spacious and the staff is great
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
It was such a pretty hotel ! Really nice and quiet and perfect for pictures ! I didn’t eat breakfast at the hotel but the staff was so nice & friendly
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Other neighborhoods around River Oaks
Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
If you're spending some time in Washington Ave./ Memorial Park, Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course and Houston Arboretum and Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
The Galleria
Travelers to The Galleria praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by The Galleria and Williams Tower.
Montrose
Unique features of Montrose include the theaters and museums. Make a stop by Rothko Chapel or Menil Collection while you're exploring the area.
Greater Uptown
If you're spending some time in Greater Uptown, Uptown Park and The Galleria are top sights worth seeing.
Museum District
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Museum District. You can visit top attractions like Children's Museum of Houston and Houston Natural Science Museum, and jump on the metro at Museum District Station or Hermann Park/Rice U Station to see more of the city.
Midtown
Characterized by a vibrant nightlife and young residents, this central Houston neighborhood boasts Ensemble Theatre, the largest African-American theater company in the US, and various parks like Midtown Park and Elizabeth Baldwin Park. Easily accessible via METRORail Red Line.
