
Vacation rentals in Houston
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Explore 20,340 vacation rentals in Houston

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
10,870 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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Vacation rentals with a pool
6,060 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
12,670 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
19,940 of Houston vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.7 Average rating
Houston stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

Nearby attractions
Houston's top spots, include The Galleria, NRG Stadium, and Houston Zoo
Top-rated vacation rentals in Houston
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The Glass Haus •Modern Luxury• River Oaks•Elevator
Video tour@TheShawCollective If Glass Haus I is booked, inquire about Glass Haus II: airbnb.com/h/glasshaus2 Curated luxury in Houston’s River Oaks Shopping Area near vibrant Montrose — elevator access to a rooftop terrace with expansive outdoor living, 82” TV & stunning skyline views. 92 Walk Score ⭐ ⚽️ FIFA World Cup NRG Stadium 5 mi | ~15 min ⚾️ Daikin Park /Downtown 3.7 mi ~9 min 🏥 MD Anderson /Texas Med Ctr4.2mi~12min 🛍️ Galleria 4mi~11min 🦉 Rice U 2 mi~7 min 🏀 ToyotaCenter3mi~10min
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Downtown Sugar|Stadium, Med Centre | Hot Tub+Sauna
Welcome to your Afrocentric escape just 5 mins from NRG Stadium (World Cup 2026 Venue), the Texas Medical Center, and Houston Zoo. Relax in the private hot tub & sauna after exploring the Museum District or catching a game. Thoughtfully decorated with African art & a cozy vibe designed by a loving family. 10 mins to Hobby Airport. Smart locks,fast Wi-Fi, and family-friendly amenities await Active Duty or vets, First responders(Fire fighters, Doctors and Nurses) and Teachers can ask for discount
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Designer Home in Meyerland Area w/ Outdoor Spaces
You won't forget your stay at this contemporary home featuring a gourmet kitchen, bedroom with private en-suite, and an abundance of natural light. Walk into the private backyard from either the bedroom or the kitchen to enjoy a meal in the outdoor dining area or drinks around the fire pit. Afterwards, make your way inside to the spacious, hotel lounge-like great room to watch Netflix on the 75" TV. Laundry room includes new high capacity washer, dryer, and sink. Easy access covered parking.
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Luxury Midtown Gem : Amazing Rooftop Views
Embrace luxury in our 'Midtown Gem', a 3BR/3.5BA stylish home located in the vibrant heart of midtown Houston. This spacious property features a home gym and a rooftop terrace with breathtaking Houston skyline views. Within walking distance to top restaurants and a short bike ride from eclectic bars, it offers the perfect blend of relaxation and city exploration. Ideal for those seeking an upscale urban retreat, enjoy modern comforts and easy access to Houston's dynamic downtown area.
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NRG • Med Center • Balcony • Movie Room • Pool
Welcome to your luxury retreat, designed for comfort, convenience, and a high-end boutique style stay experience. Just minutes from NRG Stadium, Houston Medical Center, and Downtown. Sit on the balcony & watch sunsets with your favorite coffee drinks made within your own comfort in the home by using the Nespresso Machine Step into a bright, modern space featuring a calming neutral aesthetic. Large windows bring in natural light, creating a relaxing and elevated atmosphere throughout.
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IvoryEdition NEW Luxury Estate Mins From Woodlands
This unique place has a style all its own. Modern, Open-Concept Luxury Estate. Entire Home top to bottom Glass Sliders. Minutes away from all of The Woodlands Texas beautiful attractions. The perfect place to come and enjoy a luxurious stay by yourself or with friends, there is plenty of bedrooms with their own bathroom! Work from home in our dedicated built in workspace with beautiful woodland views. Create your own mood with the entire home being powered by Philips HUE Lights.
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Katy Oasis With Luxury Heated Winter Pool
Enjoy a relaxing getaway at this spacious 4BR Katy retreat featuring a private heated pool, outdoor lounge, game room, and fully equipped kitchen. Perfect for families and groups, the home offers comfy bedrooms, multiple TVs, fast WiFi, and plenty of space to unwind. Located in a quiet neighborhood close to shopping, dining, and parks. Ideal for long stays, weekend escapes, and special occasions. No parties allow at the property unless with previous authorization for guest only.
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White Maples Poolside Paradise | Heated Pool-Spa!
Kick back in our luxurious, relaxing, and spacious home in one of Houston's most convenient locations! ✔ No power black outs ✔ Pool with basketball goal ✔ Well lit Pool ✔ Heated Pool & Spa ✔ PaknPlay & Baby room ✔ Large 4k Smart TVs ✔ Board Games ✔ Pool Table ✔ Patio with furniture and dining ✔ Perfect for long stays, big groups and events ✔ Fast Wi-Fi and dedicated working space ✔ Professionally Cleaned & Sanitized ✔ Fully Equipped Kitchen ✔ Laundry Room ✔ Baby Room
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Woodlands Retreat - Looks Rustic, Feels New
This freshly renovated retreat in Magnolia is the perfect relaxing getaway. Enjoy the peace and quiet of a 5-acre natural wonderland. Minutes away from world-class shopping, dining, and recreation in The Woodlands, TX. The home features 4 furnished bedrooms, a fully furnished kitchen and dining area, a spacious living room with pull-out sofa, 2 full baths, high-end linens, a stocked laundry room, and plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. We hope to see you soon!
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Moonlight by the bay
"The whole group will enjoy easy access to all that Houston has to offer in this centrally located home. "MOON LIGHT BY THE BAY" Bungalow sleeps 4 guests, 2 SPACES FOR PARKING (free parking on street), and an open concept kitchen/living area. Perfect for entertaining family and friends. provides WiFi, a smart TV, and an outdoor seating area. Enjoy your stay by unwinding in the main bathrooms’ stand up shower and relaxing on the couch w/ your favorite book."
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Charming Houston Haven
This home has been a labor of love over the years and we are so excited to share it with you. Each piece has been hand selected to make your stay more enjoyable. This historic home was built in the early 1900s and later added onto in the the later years. I have been lucky enough to travel over the years and have stayed in hotels and vacation houses all over. I have taken all the things I've loved and put it into this home. This home will not disappoint.
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Eado Elegance: Modern Retreat
Perfect for groups or families, this modern and elegant townhome comfortably hosts up to 10 guests. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 5 beds, it offers plenty of room to relax and unwind. The open-concept living area is stylishly furnished, creating a welcoming space for everyone to gather. Located just 5 minutes from downtown Houston, you’ll be within walking distance to the best restaurants, bars, and entertainment the city has to offer.
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What Airbnb hosts recommend seeing in Houston
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NRG Stadium
Versatile sports and entertainment venue known for its retractable roof, hosting NFL games, concerts, and rodeos
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At NRG Stadium you can catch Houston Texans NFL games, major concerts, international soccer, and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in a massive venue with a retractable roof. Come during football season for loud, passionate fans, big-game energy, and serious tailgating. During RodeoHouston and the rodeo cook-off, walk the grounds, try standout BBQ, enjoy live music, and soak up the full rodeo atmosphere. The wider NRG Park complex also hosts conventions, trade shows, and other large-scale events year-round.





Kemah Boardwalk
Waterfront destination offering amusement rides, seafood dining, and scenic views of Galveston Bay
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At Kemah Boardwalk you can ride the Boardwalk Bullet wooden roller coaster, spin on the Ferris wheel and carousel, play Midway games, and let kids enjoy the smaller rides. Dine at bayfront spots like Landry’s Seafood House, Saltgrass Steakhouse, The Flying Dutchman, or the Aquarium Restaurant, where huge tanks full of marine life surround your table. Stroll the waterfront, watch boats in the marina, and catch live music, festivals, and Rock the Dock summer concerts. Entry is free; you simply pay for the rides and attractions you choose.






Minute Maid Park
Downtown ballpark featuring a retractable roof, diverse concessions, and a lively game-day atmosphere
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Inside Minute Maid Park, also known as Daikin Park, you can catch the Houston Astros play in a retractable-roof stadium with a fun train and train-station theme, plus great views of the downtown skyline. Arrive early to soak in the atmosphere, explore the ballpark, and maybe catch batting practice or even snag a foul ball. During the off-season, join a stadium tour to dive into Astros history. While you’re there, try the 2025 dining additions like El Tiempo’s Tex-Mex, Butcher's BBQ, Shake Shack burgers, and drinks ranging from margaritas and craft beers to specialty cocktails from spots like St. Arnold's and Karbach Brewing.






Rice University
Expansive campus featuring shaded trails, Mediterranean-inspired architecture, and public art installations
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Explore Rice University’s oak-lined sidewalks, lush gardens, and 300-acre green campus, open to the public for peaceful walks, biking, and photos. Walk or jog the 2.5–3 mile shaded loop that circles distinctive brick and stone buildings, including historic Lovett Hall and a mix of Mediterranean Revival, neo-Gothic, and Postmodern architecture. Seek out public art like the James Turrell Twilight Epiphany Skyspace and the piece of the Berlin Wall. Afterward, you can wander into nearby Rice Village or Hermann Park.






Space Center Houston
Interactive museum and visitor center featuring space artifacts, mission simulations, and NASA tram tours
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At Space Center Houston, you can see more than 400 space artifacts, including the Apollo 17 Command Module, Mercury and Gemini capsules, the Saturn V rocket, Skylab Trainer, and a huge shuttle replica, Space Shuttle Independence, mounted on a real 747. Step inside the shuttle, touch a 3.8-billion-year-old Moon rock, and walk past authentic spacesuits and interstellar equipment. Ride the tram to historic Mission Control, Rocket Park, and astronaut training areas, and dive into simulators that let you dock with the ISS or explore Mars. Meet real astronauts, join hands-on STEM programs, then refuel with cafeteria lunches and grab astronaut ice cream and space-themed souvenirs in the gift shop.






Houston Zoo
Expansive zoo featuring diverse animal exhibits, interactive encounters, and conservation programs
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At the Houston Zoo you can meet more than 6,000 animals from over 900 species, from lions, jaguars, gorillas, and elephants to sea lions, rhinos, and colorful birds. Walk through immersive areas like the African Forest, the Galápagos Islands exhibit, and an aquarium that surrounds you like you’re underwater, then feed or even lunch beside the giraffes at Twiga Terrace. Kids can enjoy the Children’s Zoo with a petting area, playgrounds, a small water play zone, and a carousel, plus air-conditioned reptile, amphibian, and “natural encounters” exhibits. Seasonal events like Zoo Lights and ongoing conservation-focused programs make visits engaging for both children and adults.






Vacation rentals with pools in Houston

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Heated Pool | Sleeps 15 | Near Houston
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Lakehouse with Heated Pool & Infinity SPA*
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Waterfront $ Heated Pool $ Theater | Smart Home
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Artist's Library with a Private Swimming Pool
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Houston Huge Pool, miniGolf, Katy Asian Town, King
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9ft Deep Pool & Spa • 1/4 acre yard •IAH 15 min
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Blue Pool House
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Vacation rentals with jacuzzis in Houston

Gated Retreat: Med Center/City View-Massage Chair
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The Landing Pad: Hot Tub• Game Room• Fire Pit• BBQ
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Hot Tub + Mini Golf + Fun Vibes near downtown
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H-Town Takeover! Hot Tub! FIFA Ready!
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Backyard Getaway! Near IAH Airport! Hot Tub!
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Golfer's Paradise Home amazing pool- Island Oasis
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Tropical Private Villa with Pool, Modern decor.
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Near Houston Hot Spots: Private Theater & HotTub
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Family friendly vacation rentals in Houston

*️⃣Luxurious Hideaway |4️⃣Bd2️⃣Ba| Games&Arcade*️⃣
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The Texian Cabin
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Central Bellaire, Arcadegame, 2 Kingbed, Spacious.
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The Leafy Lounge-Large Home w/ Heated Indoor Pool
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Charming West Houston home with pool
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Barbie Dream House*Brand New*Downtown* Sleeps 12
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The rio villa
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Blue haven /private pool/modern & spacious
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When is the best time to visit Houston?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $111 | $118 | $139 | $120 | $124 | $141 | $115 | $110 | $106 | $109 | $115 | $114 |
| Avg. temp | 55°F | 59°F | 65°F | 71°F | 78°F | 83°F | 85°F | 85°F | 81°F | 73°F | 63°F | 57°F |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to stay in Houston?
Houston has diverse neighborhoods for all travelers. The Museum District, Midtown, and Montrose are often recommended for vibrant culture, dining, and proximity to arts and parks.
What are the best things to do in Houston with kids?
Families can explore the Houston Zoo, discover hands-on exhibits at the Children's Museum Houston, and wander through Discovery Green park for play areas and free events. Nature centers and science spots are also frequently suggested.
What are some of the best things to do in Houston?
Houston has lively markets, world-class museums, and locally rooted cuisine. Explore the Museum of Fine Arts, stroll through Hermann Park, and visit the lively Theater District for performances.
How is the weather in Houston?
Houston has warm temperatures most of the year, ranging from around 46–93°F (8–34°C). Summers are hot and humid with frequent rain, while winters are milder and wetter.
What are the best places to visit in Houston?
Explore the Space Center Houston for interactive exhibits, Buffalo Bayou Park for trails and gardens, and the Menil Collection for unique art. Locally loved neighborhoods shine with culture and music.
What are some hiking trails in Houston?
Houston has urban trails and nature paths in places like Buffalo Bayou Park, Memorial Park, and the Houston Arboretum and Nature Center. These areas are frequently suggested for walking, birdwatching, and relaxing in green spaces.
What are some family activities we can do in Houston?
Families often enjoy visits to the Houston Museum of Natural Science, interactive exhibits at Children's Museum Houston, and outdoor play at Discovery Green. Seasonal festivals and sporting events add excitement for all ages.
What are some of the best day trip ideas from Houston?
Many visitors plan day trips to the Gulf Coast for beaches, Galveston Island's historic sights, or wildlife preserves near the city. Texas Hill Country and nature reserves around Houston are also popular for outdoor activities.
Are there any pet friendly accommodations available in Houston?
Houston has pet friendly accommodations in neighborhoods like Montrose, Midtown, and the Heights. Many stays welcome guests traveling with pets, and nearby parks allow for walks and outdoor fun.
What are some local tips for visiting Houston?
Be prepared for humid weather and bring sunscreen, especially in warmer months. Locals often favor light clothing, and neighborhoods like Chinatown and East End have distinct markets and eateries worth exploring.
What is Houston known for?
Houston is known for its energy industry, multicultural dining, vibrant arts scene, and significant role in space exploration. The city also has many cultural festivals and world-class museums.
What are the best hidden gems to explore in Houston?
Independence Heights, Project Row Houses in Third Ward, and Smither Park are frequently suggested for distinct local art, culture, and murals. Quaint coffee shops and vintage markets can be found in historic neighborhoods.
What are the best foods to try in Houston?
Houston's food scene is rooted in diverse traditions—enjoy Tex-Mex classics, Viet-Cajun crawfish, barbecue, and kolaches. Local favorites often include breakfast tacos and creative fusion dishes from food trucks.
What should I bring for a trip to Houston?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sunscreen, and a rain jacket due to frequent showers and humidity. Comfortable shoes are recommended for exploring museums and parks around the city.
What is the nightlife in Houston like?
Houston has a lively nightlife across Midtown, Montrose, and downtown, with music venues, locally rooted bars, and late-night eateries. Many spots host live performances, DJ sets, and creative cocktails.
What are the most popular events or festivals in Houston?
Houston hosts the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in late winter, Art Car Parade in spring, and major cultural festivals throughout the year. Seasonal celebrations often bring parades, music, and food to communities.
Are there family friendly vacation rentals in Houston?
Family friendly vacation rentals are available throughout Houston, particularly in areas like the Museum District, Heights, and Montrose. Options often have nearby parks and attractions for all ages.
When is the best time to visit Houston?
Late winter through spring is often recommended for milder temperatures and outdoor festivals. Early fall also draws visitors with comfortable weather and cultural events around the city.
All about Houston
Southern culture weaves through America’s fourth-largest city, an enormous metropolis that people from around the world call home. From its location on the Gulf of Mexico, it embodies the stereotype of everything being bigger in Texas, while also taking everything slow, as befits its Southern nature. The city is home to Rice University, the University of Houston, and NASA and much of the American space industry, while an exciting culinary scene stems from the many immigrant entrepreneurs. Downtown Houston’s bustling urbanity hosts a variety of professional sports teams, theaters, and live music venues, while suburbs offer slower options, like the greenery of Pearland, or the small-town feel of Sugar Land and Cypress.
What are the top things to do in Houston?
Space Center Houston
The public is invited to explore one of the country’s main training, research, and flight control centers. The giant center offers tram tours, galleries, interactive exhibits, and displays of artifacts that show off the history of human space flight. Moon rocks, simulated capsule rides, and shuttle replicas help you understand space and what’s involved in exploring it.
Buffalo Bayou Park
This 160-acre park is located along a 2.3-mile stretch of the Buffalo Bayou near downtown. You can hike, stroll, bike, or paddle here; boat and kayak rentals are available. Along with traditional park amenities, the space includes a decorative fountain and a bat colony with observation deck, while a dog park, nature play area for kids, and a skate park mean the park has something for everyone.
Houston Museum District
Just outside the city’s downtown core, the Museum District brings together many of Houston’s most important cultural institutions. The walkable neighborhood features 19 institutions, including the Museum of Fine Arts, one of the biggest art museums in the country; a children’s museum; museums that focus on local African-American, Czech, and Asian culture; and a chapel.
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- The Galleria
- NRG Stadium
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- Houston Museum District
- Minute Maid Park
- Rice University
- Kemah Boardwalk
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- Space Center Houston
- Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
- University of Houston
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- Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark
- The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
- Houston Zoo
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- Memorial Park
- Downtown Aquarium
- White Oak Music Hall
- Diamond Beach Condos
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