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Our top choices for Rice University hotels

Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District

The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
4.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 1 km from Rice University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,160 reviews)
"The best hotel! Location/ pool/ fitness/ comfortable beds: beautiful views"
United States
Jennifer Noel
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hotel Saint Augustine

Hotel Saint Augustine
3.5 star property
Montrose, 1.9 km from Rice University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel located in a great area"
United States
Javier
The price is €200
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Hotel Saint Augustine
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District

Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
4.5 star property
1.1 km from Rice University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Gayathry
The price is €277
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
Exterior

InterContinental Houston by IHG

InterContinental Houston by IHG
4.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 1.4 km from Rice University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Was a over great place to stay"
United States
Danny
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
InterContinental Houston by IHG
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX

Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX
3.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 2 km from Rice University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (684 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms, and great buffet breakfast."
United States
Sebastian
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX
Terrace/patio

Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center, TX

Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center, TX
3.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 2 km from Rice University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff was very accommodating and the place was very clean."
United States
Donald
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Houston Medical Center, TX
Dinner served

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District

Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
4.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 1 km from Rice University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel has incredible staff"
United States
Susanne
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Houston Marriott Medical Center/Museum District
Lobby

Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center

Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center
3.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 2.5 km from Rice University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,554 reviews)
"Great place for stay"
United States
Monica
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center
Lobby

Hyatt House Houston Medical Center

Hyatt House Houston Medical Center
3.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 2.5 km from Rice University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,239 reviews)
"Clean rooms and excellent staff"
United States
Ray
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hyatt House Houston Medical Center
Reception

La Colombe d'Or Hotel

La Colombe d'Or Hotel
5.0 star property
Montrose, 2.7 km from Rice University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (190 reviews)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Michele
The price is €388
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
La Colombe d'Or Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Residence Inn by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

Residence Inn by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park
3.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 3.1 km from Rice University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (552 reviews)
"staff and room where GREAT!!"
United States
Alan
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Residence Inn by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park
Lobby

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton

Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 2.1 km from Rice University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,852 reviews)
"Great Stay!"
United States
Cairo
The price is €169
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Blossom Hotel Houston, Curio Collection by Hilton
Exterior detail

Sentral Forme Houston

Sentral Forme Houston
4.5 star property
1.5 km from Rice University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (56 reviews)
"Amazing stay!!"
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is €198
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Sentral Forme Houston
Terrace/patio

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center

Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
4.5 star property
Texas Medical Center, 1.1 km from Rice University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,965 reviews)
"Great stay and clean room"
United States
Ethel
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Bar (on property)

SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park
3.0 star property
Astrodome, 3 km from Rice University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"great location for Reliant stadium"
United States
Alice
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
SpringHill Suites Houston Medical Center/NRG Park
Breakfast and dinner served

Courtyard by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park

Courtyard by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Rice University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"easy parking. excellent hotel"
United States
Karla
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Courtyard by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites

DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
4.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 1.4 km from Rice University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (609 reviews)
"was ok"
United States
Guillermo
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Medical Center Hotel & Suites
Lobby

Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park

Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park
2.5 star property
Texas Medical Center, 2.5 km from Rice University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room and staff were great!"
United States
Javier
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Houston Medical Center NRG Park
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Luxury Med Center Fully Equipped King Sized Bed Condos

Luxury Med Center Fully Equipped King Sized Bed Condos
4.0 star property
Texas Medical Center, 1.7 km from Rice University
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (92 reviews)
"Facility was nice. DRIFTRS, the management company, is really bad. We were there for 4 days. Upon arrival we noticed no toilet paper and half the light bulbs burned out. The place was so dark I needed a flashlight to use the kitchen. We reported these issues immediately. They told us to use kitchen paper towels as toilet paper and did not respond to all the burned out light bulbs. We woke up every morning with the apartment hot and stuffy. The NEST thermostat is programmed to continually...
United States
Gordon
The price is €232
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Luxury Med Center Fully Equipped King Sized Bed Condos
Reception

Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown

Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Rice University
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great AC, Clean room, would stay again"
United States
Haylie
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Americas Best Value Inn Medical Center Downtown
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Compare popular hotels close to Rice University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,160 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Hotel Saint Augustine
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
142 reviews
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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe
Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View
Exterior
InterContinental Houston by IHG
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,008 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Medical Center, TX
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
684 reviews
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Top Rice University Hotel Reviews

Sentral Forme Houston

Sentral Forme Houston

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location for a short visit for medical needs. Beautiful accommodations. Friendly staff!"
William 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Sentral Forme Houston

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Houston Zoo

8.6/5 (4,550 reviews)
Feed a giraffe, catch a 4-D movie or cool off in the water park at this extraordinary zoo.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rice University?
Rice University is located in an area of Houston known for its popular theatre scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 92 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Rice University?
Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Rice University. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Zaza Houston Museum District and InterContinental Houston by IHG.
How many hotels will I find near Rice University?
Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Rice University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rice University, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Rice University.
What can I see and do near Rice University?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Houston Natural Science Museum, Houston Museum of Fine Arts or Menil Collection. NRG Park, 2209 Dowling Street and Eldorado Ballroom are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Main Street Theater - Rice Village, Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston and House of Blues Houston.
How can I get to Rice University?
With so many transport options, exploring the area around Rice University is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like Elgin/Third Ward Station, TSU/UH Athletics District Station and Ensemble/HCC Station. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at M. D. Anderson Station or Kinder Station.