The Rice Village/Medical Center area is one of the most vibrant and exciting in Houston, since it is home to the world-famous Texas Medical Center and the renowned Rice University. Both of these institutions are next to Hermann Park and the Museum District. The new Metro Light Rail line is open, and connects this area to Reliant Park to the south and downtown Houston to the north.

The Texas Medical Center, covering more than 700 acres, accommodates about five million patient visits a year. Patients come from all over Houston, as well as all around the world, for the excellent medical care and cutting-edge.

St. Luke’s is home to the world-renowned Texas Heart Institute, which consistently ranks in the top ten of cardiovascular centers in the United States.

Across the street from the Medical Center, Rice University enjoys the reputation of being a prestigious educational institution, offering a distinguished faculty, low student-teacher ratio, and a high number of National Merit Scholars.

Wedged between Rice University and West University Place is The Rice Village, one of Houston’s first, and finest, shopping districts. More than 360 stores make up The Village, including 75 restaurants. Its 16-block area features an eclectic mix of unique shops and designer boutiques.

Corporate Suites offers fully furnished apartments that are close to the Medical Center, Rice University as well as West U.