What if the place you’re staying was once a temporary home to Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Muhammad Ali, Lyndon B. Johnson and Frank Sinatra, and designed by the Oscar-winning genius behind Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory? Welcome to the Wyndham Houston Near NRG Park / Medical Center, once the legendary Astroworld Hotel.

Created in the 1960s by Judge Roy Hofheinz, the visionary behind the Astrodome, the hotel was designed by Harper Goff, an acclaimed West Coast designer known for his work on 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Goff’s masterful design transformed the hotel into a stunning architectural marvel, and the crowning jewel was the Celestial Suite—once the world’s most expensive hotel suite. With its 13 extravagant rooms, including a Roman bath and a safari-themed suite, the Celestial Suite became so lavish that it was the personal residence of Hofheinz and his wife.

Throughout the years, the Astroworld Hotel became a hub of luxury and culture. It was a place of unforgettable events, glamorous galas, and high-profile gatherings. Today, as the Wyndham Houston Near NRG Park / Medical Center, we continue to honor this rich legacy. When you stay with us, you’re not just booking a room—you’re stepping into a chapter of Houston’s history, where luxury, celebrity, and ambition once converged.