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
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
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
River Oaks Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Houston by the Galleria
Clean room great staff
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Very Beautiful and welcoming!
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
The Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria
Clean hotel. Rooms could use some updating.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Nice and cooperative staff. They allowed me an early check in which made my trip very comfortable. The rooms are small and basic but clean. There was no refrigerator in my room which I was expecting. Overall, it was nice experience.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
Kozy Houston North
Clean and comfy stay, Great staff, Free parking and WIFI Brilliant breakfast for just over $6.00 We enjoyed our stay so much we booked another night later in the week
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
They didn’t have extra blankets. The bed had stains on it and some one else hair. Gross me out. They need to take their time cleaning those rooms. I had forgot my disinfectant spray. But I put a T-shirt over my pillow because of the hair and stains. My first my experience was really nice this one ...
Reviewed on Mar 20, 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 Menil Collection or Rothko Chapel 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.
