The Layover

Property class: 1
Hostel in Houston

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At The Layover, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Reliant Stadium and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Rice University and Reliant Park are within a short drive.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (2)

  • Self-serve laundry
  • Lockers available

Room options

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

A bunk bed with a mattress and pillows, metal railings, and a tiled floor.

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Junior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

A small, single-bed room with a patterned bedspread, a pillow, and a bedside table with a drawer.

Junior Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
10613 Buffum St, Houston, TX, 77051

What's nearby

  • Eclectic Menagerie Park - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Houston Sports Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Reliant Park - 5 min drive - 7.4 km
  • NRG Arena - 5 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Reliant Stadium - 6 min drive - 8.2 km

Getting around

  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 20 min drive
  • Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 30 min drive
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 40 min drive
  • Kinder Station - 10 min drive
  • M. D. Anderson Station - 14 min drive
  • Houston Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Butter Funk Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ms. Betty's. Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Layover

  • At The Layover, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Reliant Stadium and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, Rice University and Reliant Park are within a short drive.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 4 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

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

Fees & policies

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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

6.4

Good

6.4

Cleanliness

5.2

Amenities

6.8

Staff & service

6.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Best Hostel in Houston

Very comfortable clean and quiet
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Hostel

I really appreciate the comfort the layover gives me!!
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10/10 Exceptional

People are friendly and respectful.
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

I’ve only been in Houston since July 6, 2024 and of all the hotels as well as the other hostel I stayed in this one is the most comfortable the cleanest and the most affordable. I will be staying for a while.
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Stsy for Best Rate

I am extremely comfortable at The Layover
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2/10 Poor

Not a very safe neighborhood.
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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.
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8/10 Very good

Quiet and guests are friendly
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10/10 Exceptional

Best Hostel

Perfect space for the price 💯
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10/10 Exceptional

This saved me from spending 80 bucks on a layover, and the other tenants where super respectful and friendly. Great place
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10/10 Exceptional

It was ok
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10/10 Exceptional

Should allow cooking
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2/10 Poor

This place has so much more potential lol
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2/10 Poor

This was a scam. I paid but couldn’t get in. Phone number not good and no response to the app. Horrible
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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.
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2/10 Poor

why is this on a Hotel app? Wasted my money and can't get a refund
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2/10 Poor

I had paid to enter early for work reasons and they charged me an extra $10. When I arrived, there was a guy drinking and smoking who said he didn't know anything. He gave me the owner's contact because the contact information on the app was wrong, and even then, nobody answered or replied to my message. I don't recommend it, and the place is very strange. The owner didn't respond to confirm anything when I asked for information, so I believe it's a robot when you talk to the place. I had to pay more and go somewhere else. It's a disgrace! I want my money back.
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2/10 Poor

Awful Rude customers service..
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6/10 Good

Communication was difficult
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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
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2/10 Poor

I didn’t even get in because the conditions were not good and safe. I need refund
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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
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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
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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.