Woodlands, Texas is 28,000 acres of forest and is 27 miles north of Houston. It is a thriving community where outdoor activities abound. There are over 145 miles of biking and hiking paths, over 100 parks with wooded trails and the 200-acre Lake Woodlands. Golf is another favorite activity and Woodlands is home to seven championship courses. If you plan a trip to the area there are plenty of hotels to stay in after a long say of play.
The Courtyard by Marriott is just minutes away from four of the top-rated golf courses in Texas. The hotel offers spacious rooms that feature work desks and free wireless Internet. Hotel amenities include a whirlpool, fitness center and indoor pool. A buffet-style breakfast is available for a reasonable price. Rates start at $158 a night as of 2010.
Courtyard by Marriott Woodlands
1020 Lake Front Circle
The Woodlands, TX 77380
281-292-3262
marriott.com
The Avia Hotel is nestled among Woodlands' towering pines and with just 70 rooms it is a more intimate hotel. There are several floor plans to choose from but each unit features nine-foot ceilings and textured walls. Bathrooms are of Italian tile with waterfall shower heads and bathrobes are provided. Guests enjoy 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable and free wireless Internet. Hotel amenities include laundry service, fitness room and free newspaper. Concierge service is available to help you plan any outing from dining, arts and culture to side trips. Daily rates start at $209, as of 2010.
Avia Hotel The Woodlands
9595 Six Pines Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
281-203-5005
aviahotels.com
La Quinta in Woodlands is close to Splashtown USA and several museums like the Natural Science museum. There are many restaurants and shops nearby as well. Rooms and suites at the La Quinta are equipped with cable TV, alarm clock, hair dryer and coffeemaker. Hotel amenities include complimentary breakfast, free newspaper, wireless Internet and outdoor swimming pool. Rates start at $105 a night, as of 2010.
La Quinta Inn and Suites Woodland
24868 I-45 North
The Woodlands, TX 78386
281-681-9188
lq.com
