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The Layover

1.0 star property
Hostel in Houston

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Living area
Junior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, towels, toilet paper
Combined shower/tub, towels, toilet paper
Junior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi
The Layover puts you within a 10-minute drive of NRG Stadium and Houston Zoo. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, MD Anderson Cancer Center and NRG Park are within a short drive.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (2)

  • Self-serve laundry
  • Lockers available
The current price is $24
$28 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Comfort Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Junior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Refrigerator
2 bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Shower/tub combination
2 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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10613 Buffum St, Houston, TX, 77051

What's nearby

  • NRG Park - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • NRG Stadium - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Houston Zoo - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Rice University - 11 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 17 min drive
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 28 min drive
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 39 min drive
  • Houston Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Butter Funk Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Layover

The Layover puts you within a 10-minute drive of NRG Stadium and Houston Zoo. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, MD Anderson Cancer Center and NRG Park are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • Guests are required to download the property's IDLOBBY mobile app before check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa

Also known as

The Layover Houston
The Layover Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Layover Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Houston

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Layover?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Layover?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Layover?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

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Reviews

The Layover Reviews

6.2

Good

6.4

Cleanliness

5.4

Amenities

7.0

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was ok
Verkesia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quiet and guests are friendly
Byron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Hostel

Perfect space for the price 💯
Margarita, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Hostel

I really appreciate the comfort the layover gives me!!
Margarita, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Hostel in Houston

Very comfortable clean and quiet
Margarita, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This saved me from spending 80 bucks on a layover, and the other tenants where super respectful and friendly. Great place
Skyler, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

People are friendly and respectful.
Zhe, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

why is this on a Hotel app? Wasted my money and can't get a refund
Charmaine, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’m staying

My stays at The Layover have been the most comfortable clean and convenient since I arrived in Houston.l
Margarita, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

It doesn't have a kitchen. I left, I cannot climb the stairs. I prefer clean kitchen. In Houston I recommend Hotels near the airport.
Jonathan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Stsy for Best Rate

I am extremely comfortable at The Layover
Margarita, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

This place has so much more potential lol
Len, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Awful Rude customers service..
FRANK N, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

I didn’t even get in because the conditions were not good and safe. I need refund
Fabian, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Not a very safe neighborhood.
3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Really dirty, explains the lack of photos, the shower knob is broken. There is no staff on sight. The people I was with in my room were really cool tho. This place has so much more untapped potential.
Len, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Horrible

It was a horrible experience, mold and the bed spread was a used one, came in after a long trip to a dirty space with some dude smoking
Yakubu, 16-night trip

2/10 Poor

Stay here at your peril

This hostel stands out as my worst experience in over 20 years of hosteling. I wonder how it was able to be listed on hotels.com. Checking in was to be seamless but after waiting for email for two hours past the check in time of 3.00pm, despite filling all strange details in the link sent by email, I was still stranded at the entrance. I never received any check in details and couldn't even get to stay in that unhealthy environment. The ambience does not portray a safe place for any decent person. Bad place, please don't even think of it!
Olatunji, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Communication was difficult
Kristina, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The property changed my booking location. Then changed it back. But then when they sent me check-in information, it was with a different address again! Their phone number always goes to voicemail. I slept in my car rather than deal with all that.
Miranda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My credit card was compromised leaving me with limited funds. I booked the layover an i never knew that service was available between the rate for a bed and one key credit I was able to have a one night stay to get to the airport the following day- thank you it made a scary situation better
Kimbra, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Bryant, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Kevahrion, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cory, 6-night trip

2/10 Poor

Unable to to walk in to even see rooom. Men outside watching tv. Group housing, all men. Wanted me to sleep with a unknown man on top bunk bed in room, shared restroom. Dangerous setup. I did not stay, not allowed to walk into house to see room. 🔴 I request REFUND
GLORIA, 1-night trip