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The Westin Galleria Houston

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Luxury hotel near River Oaks District

Located close to Highland Village and Uptown Park, The Westin Galleria Houston provides an adjacent golf course, a shopping centre on-site and a garden. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$389
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May

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5060 W Alabama St, Houston, TX, 77056
  • Place, The Galleria
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Westheimer Road
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, River Oaks District
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Houston

The Westin Galleria Houston places you in the centre of Houston, connected to a shopping centre and within a 30-minute stroll of River Oaks District and Highland Village. Highlights at this luxury hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 66772 square feet (6203 square metres) of event facilities include 24 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and limo/town car service. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a 24-hour gym. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-property class The Galleria hotel include Uptown Park and Memorial Park Municipal Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • The Galleria - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Westheimer Road - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Williams Tower - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • River Oaks District - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Wheeler Station - 8 min drive
  • Kinder Station - 10 min drive
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Daily Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Nobu Houston - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Westin Galleria Houston

The Westin Galleria Houston offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre, 24 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 66772 square feet (6203 square metres) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Westin Galleria Houston. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Houston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 469 guestrooms or units
  • 24 levels
  • 66772 sq ft of conference space
  • 6203 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1977
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Westin Galleria Houston offers 469 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 18.95 per night)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (USD 58 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self and valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 40 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour gym
  • Designer stores
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping centre

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 66,772 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 24 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1977
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 29.25 per accommodation, per night.
  • Service fee: 0.61 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 40 for adults and USD 10 to 30 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 18.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 58.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Houston Galleria Westin
Westin Galleria Houston
Westin Hotel Houston Galleria
Westin Houston Galleria
Houston Westin
Westin Houston
Westin Galleria Houston Hotel
The Westin Galleria Houston Hotel
The Westin Galleria Houston Houston
The Westin Galleria Houston Hotel Houston

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Westin Galleria Houston?

The Westin Galleria Houston offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Westin Galleria Houston?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Westin Galleria Houston on 30 May 2026 start from AU$389, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Westin Galleria Houston?

Yep, The Westin Galleria Houston has a free self car park. Additionally, there is valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 58.00 per day.

Does The Westin Galleria Houston have a pool?

The Westin Galleria Houston has a pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes The Westin Galleria Houston a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Westin Galleria Houston.

Is The Westin Galleria Houston family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Westin Galleria Houston is a hit with families.

Does The Westin Galleria Houston serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Westin Galleria Houston?

No, The Westin Galleria Houston does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Westin Galleria Houston?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Westin Galleria Houston?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Westin Galleria Houston?

Dogs are welcome at The Westin Galleria Houston, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Is there a golf course on site at The Westin Galleria Houston?

There is a golf course next to The Westin Galleria Houston.

The Westin Galleria Houston Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chevelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and size of room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Candace

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had no heat in the room for 2 hours and it was cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sugumar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sergio, Plano

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good. No superlatives, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Zoran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, clean room and good gym
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shuangyang

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar, El Paso

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless rooms, great housekeeping, nice smell throughtout the hotel, top notch fitness facilities. Courteous front desk staff
Nice views
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latina

Great clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Best hotel I have stayed at in some time. Will definitely return again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best night ever! Room was tidy and very clean. Staff was exceptionally pleasant and welcoming!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in and friendly staff! Easy access to the Galleria.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALI

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025