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Hotel Ylem

3.5 star property
Energize your day with continental breakfast by day and unwind at night near NRG Park’s vibrant atmosphere.

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In the heart of Houston, Hotel Ylem offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a cozy fireplace in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Unwind at the 24-hour gym or relax with coffee/tea in the lobby while enjoying free WiFi. Previous guests rave about this aparthotel's breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Braeswood Place, a neighborhood in Houston, Hotel Ylem is near a metro station. Memorial City Mall and CityCentre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Downtown Aquarium. Consider NRG Park for a night out, and don't miss Houston Zoo, a top local attraction. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Houston travel guide
Map
8080 S Main St, Houston, TX, 77025

What's nearby

  • Houston_NRGCenter_553248635389801959_1
    NRG Center
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • NRG Stadium
    NRG Stadium
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • NRG Park
    NRG Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • NRG Astrodome
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • NRG Arena
    5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kinder Station
    6 min drive
  • Smith Lands Station
    17 min walk
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    2 min walk
  • Pappas Bar-B-Q
    7 min walk
  • Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
    9 min walk
  • Jollibee
    5 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
    5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ylem

Hotel near NRG Park
Located close to MD Anderson Cancer Center and Houston Zoo, Hotel Ylem provides free continental breakfast, a fireplace in the lobby, and a 24-hour business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and laundry services
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 79 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch HDTVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 753 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Houston
8080 Main Hotel Houston
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Houston Medical Center
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Houston Medical Houston
8080 Main Hotel
8080 Main Houston
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Houston Medical
Hotel Ylem Houston
Ylem Houston
Hotel Ylem
Ylem
8080 Main

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Ylem pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ylem?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ylem?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Ylem located?

Located in Braeswood Place, this hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from NRG Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of MD Anderson Cancer Center and Houston Zoo. Houston Natural Science Museum is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away. Smith Lands Station is 17 minutes by foot and TMC Transit Center is 23 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Ylem Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 762 out of 1450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 101 out of 1450 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ifeoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Breakfast menu was great and hotel staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and cold, breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing with our stay. The staff was extremely nice and hotel was in a convenient location for everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice, clean hotel. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garon

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Room was clean, front desk staff was very nice, needed extra blanket! Loved the quirky vibes and within walking distance to NRG!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was Great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my short stay and would book here again. Downside is the bar was not open as they did not have a bartender. Other than that, the place was clean, quiet and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Rooms are a bit dated - but I think that is the motif. The most friendly staff I think I have experienced. Overall, it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jekeveus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was great and comfy. Staff was amazing and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super comfortable bed, great shower, very quiet, convenient location, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was friendly!!! Cute boutique hotel. Breakfast included the usual with sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy! Great location!!! Very pleasant stay. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The hotel was great. Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location, good breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was very clean and very frendly staff,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was clean, good breakfast and staff was very kind
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and bed comfortable! We enjoyed our stay will definitely stay again when in Houston for an event.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
The rooms are clean and comfortable. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. A very safe location, with many dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was great! The bar was loud. I heard my door handle trying to be opened multiple times which scared me.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good clean room, affordable rate. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gary

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, and close to the NRG Stadium but the overall hotel and room is needing some TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tova

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Staff was friendly, room was clean , cable worked
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Was an excellent choice, we were within walking distance to NRG stadium. They offer an exceptional free breakfast in the morning. Rooms were nice, I will stay her again if I come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly place, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristoffer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quirky little place. The underpinnings are a cheapish hotel that they’ve remodeled with lots of eclectic furnishings. Good parking lot. Bar was closed. Breakfast was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026