Laundry facilities and free self parking are available at this hostel. Bathrooms are shared.
The Layover offers 4 accommodations. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.
Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)).
During your stay at The Layover, you'll be close to NRG Stadium. Free self parking and laundry facilities are available.
Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free self parking
Amenities include locker space and laundry facilities
8 minutes by car from NRG Stadium and 9 minutes from MD Anderson Cancer Center
The Layover offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Houston hostel.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Parking and public transport
Free uncovered self-parking on site
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Fridge
Conveniences
Lockers available
Guest services
Laundry facilities
Virtual front desk
Accessibility
This property does not have any lifts
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Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Shower/bath combination
Toilet paper
Towels
Food and drink
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Microwave
Fridge
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 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 must contact the property in advance for 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
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Guests are required to download the property's IDLOBBY mobile app before check-in.
Property is also known as
The Layover Houston
The Layover Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Layover Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Houston
The Layover Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 28 reviews
10 - Excellent
15
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews
8 - Good
1
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 28 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 28 reviews
2 - Terrible
8
7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Miranda
8 Dec 2024
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
As soon as I stepped out of the Uber, I was surrounded by 5 individuals who tried to rob me. I ran a few blocks to the gas station. I contacted Expedia and they wouldn't refund me but told me that I could contact the property and be moved to a different location. I checked out the second location and it was the same set up with people waiting around outside to ambush guests. I went back to the gas station to wait since it was 24 hrs and while I was there I spoke to an HPD officer who told me that the hostels in the city are scams and this is what happens. They set up guests to be robbed. He said I was better off staying at the airport or getting a hotel. I looked at several hostels on Expedia and they are the same picture but digitally altered to change the paint color or kitchen backsplash. The place I went to was a run down trap house in the middle of the ghetto. The cop actually told me that I was lucky to be alive. I told Expedia this needs to be taken down as unsafe but they didn't care.
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.
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.