Top hotels close to George Bush Airport
Pre-book your Charlotte Airport transfer to a local hotel pre-departure:
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston Intercontinental Airport is four miles south, or a George Bush Airport transfer of under 10 minutes. Enjoy the pool, breakfast and patio at this three-star venue, which gets 4.5/5 or Excellent on TripAdvisor.
- The Westin Oaks Houston At The Galleria is 20-odd miles away, or a 30-minute airport transfer from George Bush International. With four stars, this AAA Four Diamond hotel ranks as Very Good on TripAdvisor. It’s centrally located with facilities including off-site squash.
- Holiday Inn Houston InterContinental Airport is a few miles distant, meaning you’ll be there in minutes from the airport. It scores 4/5 with online reviewers, plus this three-star hotel is handily located with a gym, business centre and pool.
Transferring elsewhere from George Bush Intercontinental?
- William P. Hobby Airport is 30 miles south, with a George Bush Airport transfer typically taking 35 minutes
- Austin-Bergstrom International lies 170-odd miles north-west; cover them within 2 hours 40 minutes
- San Antonio International is located 215 miles south-west – a journey of 3 hours 20 minutes
Visit these towns near George Bush Airport
- Nacogdoches is 127 miles north; travel them with a George Bush Airport transfer in just over two hours. Originally a Spanish settlement, this is a historic place. Check out the Stone Fort, Fort Museum and Ruby Mize Azalea Garden. Wander the red-brick streets or local hiking trails, and expect a warm Southern welcome.
- San Antonio is 212 miles south-west or a journey of 3 hours 30 minutes. The city’s colonial heritage includes The Alamo, marking the famous 1836 battle. Do the River Walk and visit Hemisfair Park, with its 750-ft. Tower of the Americas.
- Houston itself lies 23 miles south; cover them in 20-odd minutes with a Houston Airport transfer. The relatively compact centre includes the theatre district and Grand Opera, plus the upmarket eateries and nineteenth-century architecture of the historic area.
- Galveston is 68 miles south-east, or a George Bush Intercontinental transfer of around an hour. This Gulf Coast island city is home to Moody Gardens, with glass pyramids housing sharks among other creatures. Wander along the pleasure pier, catch some rays on Stewart Beach and visit Seawall Urban Park.
- Katy is 40-plus miles west or reachable from George Bush within 45 minutes. Check out the Katy Heritage Society Railroad Museum’s restored depot, the local heritage museum and the lake at Mary Jo Peckham Park, while Katy Park provides excellent picnic spots.
- The Woodlands is located 21 miles north – expect a 20-minute George Bush Airport transfer. Whether you fancy a round of golf, a spot of kayaking, a vibrant night out, or a stroll along The Waterway, this 28,000-acre tree-filled development is the place for you.
Excursions you’ll love from George Bush Airport
- Buffalo Bayou Park lies 22 miles south and is reachable within 23 minutes. The 160-acre green space lies along 2.3 miles of the bayou. Enjoy the landscaped gardens, go hiking or biking or take a paddle craft. Visitor centres, a nature play area and public art complete the attractions.
- The Downtown Aquarium is a similar distance south and a 20-minute George Bush Airport transfer. The complex incorporates a Ferris wheel, a shark tank and displays of aquatic ecosystems.
- Houston Museum of Fine Arts is 25 minutes south-east, or a 22-mile airport run. The American south-west’s biggest cultural institution houses nearly 70,000 items from the States, Europe and beyond, covering art, photography, design and more, from antiquity to the present.
- Space Center Houston is 43 miles south-east; a 45-minute George Bush Airport transfer. It’s the official visitor centre of NASA Johnson Space Center. Take in over 400 space exhibits including moonrocks, a shuttle replica and a virtual Martian sunset. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at human space exploration with a NASA Tram Tour.
- Matagorda Nature Park is 120 miles south; a two-hour George Bush transfer. The 1,600-acre preserve, where the Gulf of Mexico meets Colorado River, is a birdlife hotspot. Stroll along sandy beaches, rent a kayak or paddle through wildlife-rich marshes.
- George Bush Presidential Library lies 90 miles to the north-west; cover them within 90 minutes. There are millions of archived pages related to the 41st president, alongside museum exhibits, and there also regular lectures and other special events.
More important information on George Bush Intercontinental
If you have particular access needs, you’ll find George Bush great to use. Use the dedicated app to learn more. Aira provides services for blind passengers here, while restrooms are wheelchair-friendly and some accommodate carers. Airlines provide wheelchair assistance; book this when you organise flights. Service animals are welcome and provided for, and there are text-based public phones for the deaf. Finally, TSA Cares offers extra help during the security screening process.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Houston Airport System
2800 North Terminal Road
Houston, Texas 77032
Tel: (+1) 281-230-3100
Email: info@fly2houston.com
Website: www.fly2houston.com