Of Texas’s many notable cities, Houston — the state’s largest — may be the hardest to define. A true melting pot, it is home to a wildly diverse population of 2.3 million, reflected in its culinary scene. You’re just as likely to find world-class pho or dim sum as you are good ol’ Texas BBQ. Moreover, its cultural scene boasts more than 150 museums, ranging from the Menil art campus to the Space Center. Nonetheless, the tie that binds everything is Texas pride, something you encounter whether kayaking Buffalo Bayou, indulging in brisket, enjoying the world’s largest rodeo, or staying in one of GoTravelDaily readers’ favorite Houston hotels.