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The Heights

Houston

A historic neighbourhood of Victorian houses and bungalows north-west of Downtown, with the shops of 19th Street, hike-and-bike trails and a lively bar scene.

Best for Nightlife

Transport
1/5
Sights
2/5
Value
3/5
Quiet
4/5
Food
4/5

Typical mid-range hotel ~$200/night · 30 min to Downtown Houston

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The Heights on the map

Why stay here

  • Historic, leafy streets
  • Local shops, bars and restaurants
  • Close to Downtown by car

Who should stay here

  • Repeat visitors
  • Couples
  • Food and bar lovers

Not ideal if…

  • You don't want to drive
  • You want a choice of hotels
  • You want to walk to the main sights

What it's like

The Heights was one of Texas's first planned suburbs, and its tree-lined streets are full of restored Victorian homes and craftsman bungalows. 19th Street has antique and vintage shops, White Oak Drive and Washington Avenue have bars and live music, and the Heights Hike and Bike Trail follows an old rail line.

It's a relaxed, local base that's close to Downtown by car. There are very few hotels, no rail line, and the main sights are a drive away.

Best streets and sub-areas

  • 19th Street

    Antique, vintage and gift shops.

  • White Oak Drive

    Bars and live-music venues.

  • Heights Boulevard

    Grand boulevard with a walking trail down the middle.

Getting around

Nearest stations
METRO buses; a car or rideshare is easiest.
To Downtown Houston
About 30 minutes
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
About 30 minutes: taxi or rideshare from IAH.

Nearby attractions

  • 19th Street

    Browse vintage and antique shops.

  • Heights Hike and Bike Trail

    Former rail line for walking and cycling.

  • White Oak Music Hall

    Indoor and lawn stages for concerts.

Where to eat and drink

  • White Oak Drive

    Patio bars and live music.

  • 19th Street

    Cafés and restaurants.

Where to stay in The Heights

A few hotels we'd book in this area, at different budgets.

Boutique pick

Hotel Daphne

Why we like it: New boutique hotel in the heart of the Heights.

Typical mid-range rate in The Heights: ~$200/night

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Best value

Courtyard by Marriott Houston Heights/I-10

Why we like it: Modern hotel with a pool on the Heights' southern edge.

Typical mid-range rate in The Heights: ~$200/night

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Hotels in The HeightsMid-range from ~$200/night

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