Courtyard by Houston by The Galleria

This straightforward hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Galleria and 2.9 miles from Memorial Park. Contemporary-styled rooms offer free WiFi, desks with ergonomic chairs, flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, iPod docks, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas and microwaves.

Social spaces include a living room-style lobby. The American restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. There's also a business center with workstations and printers, and 5 meeting rooms. Other amenities include an indoor pool, a whirlpool, an exercise room and on-site paid parking.