Clubs in Houston on Saturday night

If you're searching for hip hop clubs in Houston but don't want to sacrifice variety, Drink Houston is the solution. Multiple high-energy clubs under one roof draw diverse crowds looking to party hard on the numerous dance floors, each rocked by different music. In the hip-hop room, clubbers get down on the spacious dance floor illuminated by dazzling light effects, while the 80s, Latin and karaoke rooms offer completely unique vibes and separate bars. (713-290-0041)

Posh partiers in Houston seeking hip-hop clubs with class and style adore this distinctive nightspot. Part artisan cocktail lounge, part dance club, Double Cross is a refined yet inviting venue in which patrons sip inventive cocktails before grooving to old-school and current hip-hop hits spun by talented DJs. Have the stellar bartenders shake up the Chilean baby pear martini with luscious pear nectar while you shake it to the beat on the intimate dance floor. (713-526-3423)

Swanky yet unpretentious, this hip hop club's reputation in Houston as one of the most welcoming nightspots on Washington Avenue is spot-on. Part dance club, part lounge, the classy venue delights visitors with red crystal chandeliers, captivating artwork and a huge outdoor patio. Manor does not have a designated dance floor, so as DJs spin old school and new hip-hop, patrons break it down where they stand, resulting in a wildly entertaining, free-spirited dance party. (713-426-0123)

Bringing upscale New York-style nightlife to Houston, this hip-hop club's trendy Washington Avenue locale exudes style, exclusivity and sophistication. Once past the dreaded rope, the wait pays off big-time on the inside, where fashionable, party-loving patrons shimmy and shake to bumping hip-hop beats interspersed with Top 40 hits and irresistible dance music. In addition to the chic, cavernous interior, Ei8ht also boasts an outdoor patio and gorgeous rooftop deck, perfect for cocktails and conversation. (713-880-3500)

A nightlife landmark in Houston, this hip-hop club's setting may not have much glitz and glamour, but it's indisputably one of the hottest places to get your groove on. College night Thursdays and Sound Factory Saturdays attract young, enthusiastic partiers ready to shake it until sunrise as local, national and international DJs spin hypnotic hip-hop and house mixes. Multiple bars, a balcony overlooking the shimmying masses and a cozy outdoor patio complete the package. (713-759-9606)