HIMC 2025 Hotel & Things to Do

While attending HIMC 2025, explore the great city of Houston. Whether you’re looking for a solo outing, a night out with the team, or you’ve brought the family for an extended stay, H-Town has something for everyone. There’s plenty to do, from outdoor recreation and sporting events to exciting nightlife and delicious dining spots. Below is a list of recommendations:

Accommodations

HIMC25 will be hosted at the Hilton Americas in Downtown Houston.

*Additional hotels nearby for your consideration are below, note no other room blocks for HIMC are available in the following list:

  • Hampton Inn – Visit Website
    • Houston Downtown (0.3 miles away)
  • Marriott Marquis– View Website
    • Houston (0.2 miles away)
  • Four Seasons Hotel – Visit Website
    • Houston Downtown (0.2 miles away)
  • The Westin – Visit Website
    • Houston Downtown (0.4 miles away)
  • Le Méridien – Visit Website
    • Houston Downtown (0.5 miles away)
  • Courtyard by Marriott – Visit Website
    • Houston Downtown (0.5 miles away)
  • SpringHill Suites by Marriott – Visit Website
    • Houston Downtown (0.5 miles away)
  • JW Marriott – Visit Website
    • Houston Downtown (0.8 miles away)

Restaurants

  • Bayou & Bottle – Visit Website
    • This upscale whiskey bar and restaurant is located in the lobby of the Four Seasons Hotel Houston, featuring
      a menu of elevated Southern cuisine and a vast selection of rare and unique whiskeys.
  • The Rustic – Downtown – Visit Website
    • This spacious restaurant and live music venue is located in downtown Houston, featuring a menu of
      Texas-inspired cuisine and a large selection of craft beers and cocktails.
  • Hearsay on the Green – Visit Website
    • This contemporary American restaurant and lounge is located in downtown Houston, featuring a menu of
      elevated comfort food and craft cocktails in a stylish and sophisticated setting.
  • Pappasito’s Cantina – Visit Website
    • This popular Tex-Mex chain restaurant serves up classic Tex-Mex dishes such as fajitas, enchiladas, and
      margaritas, in a lively and festive atmosphere.
  • McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steaks – Visit Website
    • This upscale seafood and steakhouse is located in the heart of downtown Houston, featuring a menu of
      fresh seafood, aged steaks, and handcrafted cocktails.
  • Pappas Bros. Steakhouse – Visit Website
    • This upscale steakhouse chain is known for its prime beef, extensive wine list, and exceptional
      service, with locations in both Houston and Dallas.
  • Saltgrass Steakhouse – Visit Website
    • This Texas-themed steakhouse chain offers a menu of classic steakhouse fares such as hand-cut steaks,
      grilled seafood, and hearty sides, in a relaxed and casual atmosphere.

Lounges & Bars

  • MKT Bar – Visit Website
    • Located inside Phoenicia Specialty Foods in downtown Houston, this bar offers a casual and cozy
      atmosphere with a selection of beer, wine, cocktails, and a menu of globally-inspired bites and
      snacks.
  • The Rustic – Downtown – Visit Website
    • This popular restaurant and live music venue also features a large outdoor patio and bar area,
      serving up a selection of craft beers, cocktails, and Southern-inspired cuisine in a lively and rustic
      setting.
  • Reserve 101 – Visit Website
    • This cozy and intimate bar in downtown Houston is known for its extensive selection of whiskey,
      bourbon, other spirits, craft cocktails, and live music.
  • Z ON 23 Rooftop Bar – Visit Website
    • Located on the 23rd floor of the Hilton Americas-Houston hotel, this rooftop bar offers stunning
      views of the city skyline and a selection of wine, cocktails, and small plates.
  • Pitch 25 Beer Garden – Visit Website
    • This casual and laid-back beer garden in EaDo (East Downtown) offers a large selection of craft
      beers and outdoor games such as soccer and ping pong.
  • Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar – Visit Website
    • This lively and entertaining bar in downtown Houston features dueling pianos, sing-along songs, and
      a selection of beer, wine, and cocktails.
  • Biggio’s Sports Bar – Visit Website
    • Named after former Houston Astros player Craig Biggio, this sports bar inside the Marriott Marquis
      Houston hotel offers a large selection of beer, cocktails, and pub grub and numerous flat-screen TVs
      broadcasting live sports events.

Family Fun

  • Daikin Park – Visit Website
    • Home to the Houston Astros baseball team, this stadium is located in downtown Houston.
  • BBVA Stadium – Visit Website
    • Home to the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash soccer teams, this stadium is located in East Downtown
      Houston.
  • Toyota Center – Visit Website
    • This multi-purpose indoor arena is the home venue for the Houston Rockets basketball team and hosts
      concerts and other events.
  • Downtown Aquarium – Visit Website
    • This aquarium and restaurant complex located in downtown Houston features a variety of marine life
      exhibits and rides.
  • Bayou Music Center – Visit Website
    • This concert venue, located in downtown Houston hosts a variety of music acts.
  • House of Blues – Visit Website
    • This concert venue and restaurant chain hosts a variety of music acts and also offers
      Southern-inspired cuisine.
  • Wortham Theatre Center – Visit Website
    • This performing arts venue located in downtown Houston hosts a variety of theater, dance, and opera
      productions.
  • Miller Outdoor Theatre – Visit Website
    • This outdoor theater located in Hermann Park hosts a variety of free performances, including music,
      dance, and theater.
  • Discovery Green Park – Visit Website
    • This public park located in downtown Houston features a variety of events and activities, including
      concerts, festivals, and fitness classes.
  • Sam Houston Park – Visit Website
    • This historic park located in downtown Houston features a collection of 19th-century buildings and
      exhibits.
  • Museum of Fine Arts – Houston – Visit Website
    • This art museum, located in the Museum District of Houston, features a collection of over 70,000
      works of art from around the world.
  • Houston Museum of Natural Science – Visit Website
    • This natural history museum in Houston’s Museum District features dinosaurs, minerals, and space
      exploration exhibits.
  • Children’s Museum – Houston – Visit Website
    • This museum, located in the Museum District of Houston, features interactive exhibits and
      educational programs for children.
  • Houston Zoo – Visit Website
    • This zoological park located in Hermann Park is home to over 6,000 animals representing over 900
      species from around the world.