El Lago
Houston
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.
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.
Daikin Park
Catch an event at Daikin Park during your trip to Houston. Experience the lively festivals and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
George R. Brown Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in George R. Brown Convention Center, a top convention centre in Houston. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Space Center Houston
This iconic “mission control” was immortalized for its role in the first moon landing.
Toyota Center
Catch an event at Toyota Center during your trip to Houston. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Space Center Houston Admission Ticket
Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket
Houston: Museum of Natural Science General Admission Ticket
NASA's Space Center & Official Houston City Tour with tickets
Houston: Holocaust Museum Houston Entry Ticket
Astroville Tunnel Tour of Downtown Houston (Air-Conditioned)
Top hotels in El Lago
South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center
"South shore harbor is one of our favorite stays before cruising out of Galveston."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake
"The photos on hotels.com are AI photos and the rooms look nothing like what is posted. The lobby is very nice but once you exit the elevator onto your floor, the smell of must/mold is very strong. After entering our room, we found a pair of dirty socks on the floor. The AC didn’t work in “lake view ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Webster
"Way overpriced for what you get. The only slides that are for older kids were not open but a few hours. Self parking has gone up to $25, which was already overpriced. The nickel and diming never stopped, and the food was awful. The usual story with the pool side chairs——they were “taken” for hours ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
"Check in was fine. Purposely chose this hotel as there is a shuttle to the airport. While attempting to check out to let staff know I would need the shuttle, front desk staff placed a sign that they were unavailable while I was second in line. Please note the guests in front of me told front desk ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Studio 6 Houston, TX – Pearland/Medical Center
"The staff was always willing to help. The room was very clean and well maintained. Definitely coming back. I actually have already booked my next stay. Thanks for your hard work and keep it up! 🙌👍"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Sonesta Simply Suites Houston – NASA Clear Lake
"The air conditioning could use some updating. And the bathroom could use some deordorizing."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Lago
Southeast Houston
While you're in Southeast Houston, take in top sights like Fertitta Center or Houston Zoo, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Palm Center Transit Center or MacGregor Park/Martin Luther King Jr. Station.
Northeast Houston
While visiting Northeast Houston, you might make a stop by sights like Sheldon Lake State Park and Lake Houston.
Greater Third Ward
If you're spending time in Greater Third Ward, check out sights like Fertitta Center or Barbara Jordan & Mickey Leland Archives and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
East Downtown Houston
The restaurants and live music are just a few things visitors like about East Downtown Houston. Shell Energy Stadium and Giant Beatles Statues are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Leeland/Third Ward Station or EaDo/Stadium Station to get around the larger area.
South Central Houston
If you're spending time in South Central Houston, check out sights like Fertitta Center or Children's Museum of Houston and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Elgin/Third Ward Station or TSU/UH Athletics District Station.
Astrodome
While you're in Astrodome, take in top sights like NRG Stadium or NRG Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Stadium Park/Astrodome Station or Smith Lands Station.
