other amenities consist of an indoor pool, a whirlpool tub, a gym and a sports court. the streamlined studios and 1- to 2-bedroom suites feature kitchenettes and living areas, and provide free wifi and flat-screen tvs. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. off interstate 45, this unpretentious all-suite hotel is a 12-minute walk from the cynthia woods mitchell pavilion and 9 miles from wet 'n' wild splash town. some have pull-out sofas and/or fireplaces. freebies include hot breakfast, and weekday evening socials with snacks. coin-operated laundry facilities are on-site, and parking is available (fee). there's also a convenience store, a terrace with a fire pit, and a bbq area William P. Hobby Airport 51 min
TGR Exotics Wildlife Park (17 min) Guided tours offering close encounters with exotic animals such as tigers, kangaroos & monkeys. The Woodlands Children's Museum (9 min) Interactive exhibits & imaginative play are the focus of this museum designed for young children. Mercer Botanic Gardens (20 min) 300 acres of native & cultivated plants along with butterflies, birds & special seasonal events. Rob Fleming Park (13 min) Spacious, grassy area with a pavilion for picnicking, a pond for fishing & a butterfly garden. Northshore Park (5 min) Waterfront space with playgrounds, picnic spots & a field, plus outdoor concerts & other events. Old Town Spring (13 min) Historic turn-of-the-century settlement features a variety of Victorian-style restaurants & shops. Spring Creek Greenway Nature Center (16 min) Facility for natural history programs & wildlife exhibits, with trails, a fishing pond & playground. W G Jones State Forest (11 min) Known for its champion sweetleaf tree, this public forest features trails, picnic areas & 2 lakes. Town Green Park (14 min) Immense open lawns highlight this public green space which features an amphitheater & a labyrinth. Bear Branch Park (8 min) Sports fields & courts, play equipment, a swimming pool, picnic/BBQ areas & a dog park. Hurricane Harbor Splashtown (13 min) Popular water amusement park with slides, lazy river & varied attractions for multiple age groups. Riva Row Boat House (18 min) Burroughs Park (22 min) Expansive, 320-acre park showcasing trails, lake fishing, many playgrounds, sports fields & more. Bear Branch Dog Park (7 min) George Mitchell Preserve (12 min) This large, forested nature preserve offers a hiking trail loop, bike trails & a lake. |