Welcome to the Courtyard by Marriott Rice University. Our hotel is conveniently located just Southwest of Downtown Houston, off of I59/69, next to Rice University (1mile), Texas Medica Center including MD Anderson, Memorial Hermann, Texas Childrens Hospital. (3miles), Houston Galleria (3miles), NRG Park NRG Stadium (3miles), and Downtown Houston (5miles). Walking distance to many upscale restaurants, and night life. Our central location is ideal for the business traveler or leisure guest looking to explore all that Houston has to offer. Onsite Bistro Bar and Restaurant. Serving Starbucks coffee daily.