Travel Planner: Cleveland, TX

Only 1 mi from Hobby Airport, this 10-story atrium hotel is completely no-smoking and has one of the largest conference facilities in South Houston. It also has a concierge level with private lounge. Complimentary transportation is available to the Almeda Mall and a golf course, both 3 mi away. Pros:

Well equipped for business travelers and meetings, 32-inch plasma-screen TVs in each room.

Depressing neighborhood, far from city's main attractions, dining, and shopping. www.marriott.com. 287 rooms. In-room: Wi-Fi. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, pool, gym. Credit cards accepted.

Two miles south of the airport and 18 mi from downtown, this Holiday Inn is convenient to Redstone Golf Club, home of the Shell Houston Open. Rooms (renovated in 2002) are pretty much what you'd expect from a Holiday Inn—nothing too luxurious but well equipped for both business and leisure travelers. Pros:

Excellent health and fitness center, fun sports facilities for basketball, tennis, and horseshoes.

Far from good shopping and dining and the city's leading attractions. www.holiday-inn.com. 415 rooms. In-room: Internet. In-hotel: restaurant, bar, pool, tennis court, gym, laundry facilities, parking. Credit cards accepted.

Just a mile from the airport, the Sheraton is a full-service resort hotel perfect for business travelers or golf enthusiasts: six of the city's leading courses, including Tour 18 and the Redstone Golf Club (home of the Shell Houston Open) are just minutes away. Rooms have contemporary furnishings, with sitting and work areas so you can really spread out. Pros:

Close to airport, indoor pool, spacious rooms.

Far from downtown Houston, not a walkable neighborhood, lack of fine dining/shopping in immediate area. www.sheraton.com/northhouston. 420 rooms. In-room: Internet. In-hotel: restaurant, bars, gym, parking. Credit cards accepted.

Just 30 minutes from downtown Houston (on a good day), this lakefront lodge is set on acres of manicured lawns, creating a quiet and lovely retreat with all the amenities anyone could ask for. There are 21 tennis courts, more than 140 miles of hiking/biking trails, and a luxurious spa. Minutes away are the Woodlands Mall and Market Street, with 400 upscale retailers and restaurants. Pros:

Well-kept grounds, good for families, close to airport.

Not close to Houston at all, not geared toward the single traveler. woodlandsresort.com. 440 rooms. In-room: Internet, Wi-Fi. In-hotel: restaurants, bars, golf courses, pools, tennis courts, gym, parking. Credit cards accepted.