Hotels in Texas, United States

Texas stretches from the Gulf Coast to the desert in the west, with a climate that ranges from humid subtropical in the east to arid in the west. Summers are scorching hot, often over 95°F (35°C), so you'll want to escape to the Hill Country's spring-fed rivers like the Guadalupe for tubing, or head to Big Bend National Park in the cooler months of October to April, when temps drop to 70°F (21°C) for hiking. For winter, explore Austin's live music scene on Sixth Street, where hundreds of venues host everything from country to blues, and don't miss the free outdoor shows at the Texas State History Museum. Spring and fall are perfect for BBQ tours in Lockhart, home to legendary pits like Black's and Kreuz Market, or for catching a rocket launch at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston.