The countdown is on for Houston Celebrity Comic Con 2025, coming to NRG Center on September 20–21. Thousands of fans will gather for a weekend packed with celebrity panels, autograph sessions, cosplay contests, collectibles, and all things pop culture. Whether you’re here to meet your favorite TV or film star, explore Artist Alley, or take part in the cosplay parade, Comic Con is one of the biggest fan events in Houston.
The hotels closest to NRG Stadium tend to fill up quickly during the fall conference season. Parking and traffic can be challenging before and after events, and you likely want to be near restaurants and nightlife after the events. The hotel choices adjacent to NRG probably have you wondering what your other options are.
With so many people traveling in for the weekend, finding the right place to stay is key. Skip the cramped hotel rooms and noisy lobbies—Lodgeur’s furnished apartments give you the space and comfort you need to relax after a day at the convention.
With Lodgeur, you can book a furnished apartment like you would book a hotel. Lodgeur has lower nightly rates, complimentary parking, and plenty of reasonably-priced restaurants nearby.
If you want to be right in the middle of the action, Lodgeur Midtown is your best bet. Midtown puts you just steps from Houston’s best nightlife, coffee shops, and restaurants—perfect for grabbing dinner or drinks after the convention. Even better, Lodgeur Midtown is located directly on the METRORail line, which runs straight to NRG Center. That means no sitting in traffic or paying for parking—you can be at Comic Con in minutes.
Midtown is a destination of its own, known for its abundance of walkable restaurants and nightlife. If you’re looking to go beyond the typical chain hotel search and experience a new kind of lodging, be sure to check out Lodgeur in Midtown. Lodgeur is Midtown’s largest hotelier with 65+ furnished apartments.
Looking for a stylish neighborhood vibe? Lodgeur Upper Kirby is a short drive from NRG Center and surrounded by some of Houston’s best dining and boutique shopping. Upper Kirby is one of the city’s most walkable neighborhoods, giving you plenty of options when you’re not in cosplay mode at the convention. After a long day at Comic Con, your furnished apartment at Lodgeur Upper Kirby offers a quiet retreat with plenty of space to recharge. Levy Park, one of Houston’s most popular parks is right next door.
Trade a cramped hotel room for a spacious apartment where you can spread out, recharge, and enjoy your time in Houston. Here’s what makes Lodgeur Midtown and Lodgeur Upper Kirby the smart choice for big weekends at NRG Center:
If you’re driving to Houston for the event, you’ll appreciate that Lodgeur offers free parking at all locations – a valuable perk in a city where parking can be both scarce and expensive. There is also a dedicated pickup spot for Uber and Lyft rides, making transportation options flexible for your entire group.
For more information about navigating Houston during busy events, check out our comprehensive Houston Event Parking Guide.
Lodgeur Midtown sits directly on the METRORail Red Line, providing stress-free transportation to NRG Stadium without parking hassles. One-way tickets cost just $1.25, and with no connections needed, it’s the fastest way to navigate busy graduation weekends when multiple ceremonies are scheduled back-to-back.
Beyond Comic Con, use the same Red Line to visit Houston museums, the Houston Zoo, or Downtown Aquarium. Check out our METRORail guide and tips for surviving Houston without a car to make the most of your visit.
For a fraction of the cost of staying at hotels near NRG Stadium, you can spend your visit to Houston in a spacious apartment equipped with all the amenities and services you need for an unforgettable stay.
Take a virtual tour of our beautifully-designed apartments for yourself at our Midtown and Upper Kirby / Greenway Plaza locations.
