Hotel Ylem

Hotels
8.2 (2303 reviews)
8080 Main Street , Houston , US
+1 713-665-4439

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Close to MD Anderson
Good location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Worn-out room conditions
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.76
Several reviewers mentioned cleanliness issues, such as unclean rooms and stained linens.
Service
9.73
Many reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to guest experiences.
Location
9.27
Consistent positive feedback about the hotel's proximity to MD Anderson.
Room Quality
7.22
Mixed reviews; while some found comfort, others reported worn-out conditions.
Amenities
7.75
General amenities are adequate, but some guests expressed desires for better facilities.
Value for Money
8.21
Guests felt the price was fair given the location, despite some cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
8.26
Breakfast was mentioned positively, though it was described as minimal.
Overall Experience
8.43
General satisfaction despite some issues with cleanliness and room quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 22:03

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated just a short distance from Downtown Houston and NRG Stadium, Hotel Ylem offers easy access to key attractions and venues in the city. With free shuttle service to medical centers and NRG Park, guests can explore the area hassle-free.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each room at Hotel Ylem is equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, microwave, refrigerator, and work desk. Whether you're here for business or leisure, you'll find everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Amenities Galore
From the 24-hour fitness room and free newspapers to the business center and laundry facilities, Hotel Ylem ensures convenience at every turn. Enjoy services like dry cleaning and complimentary parking, making your stay stress-free.

Ready to experience the best of Houston? Book your stay at Hotel Ylem now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: HOU

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2303 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.76
Service: 9.73
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 7.22
Amenities: 7.75
Value for Money: 8.21
Food and Beverage: 8.26
Overall Experience: 8.43
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David • couple • us
10
Perfect stay in the heart of Houston!
Pros:

My stay at Hotel Ylem was one of the best trips of the last decade! The staff was incredible and the space available for guests was sublime. The lobby area flows into a unique café/bar area where breakfast is served in the mornings. The same area becomes a cocktail lounge in the evenings. I spent many hours here working and communicating with family. The relaxed vibe of the staff made it feel like I lived in the neighborhood and just stopped by to take care of a few things. I don’t want to name all the staff I met, but each provided a unique take on Houston and were kind, courteous, and professional.

Cons:

No real critiques. The only things really lacking were very small soft touches that could warm up the feel of the rooms. That said, I appreciated the efficiency of the space and respect the decisions made to minimize cleaning/maintenance costs.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gt
8
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Linda • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The walk in shower. Room so spacious. Quiet and comfortable.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Cydney • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

I love finding unique hotels! I loved how it was set up and decorated. The room was large, quiet, clean and comfortable.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Taylor • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The hotel was nicely decorated, clean, it was not your typical cookie cutter hotel but had so much character. The staff was EXCELLENT. You can tell they genuinely love where they work and what they do. We had to leave before breakfast but love they they had breakfast included.

Cons:

Really nothing!

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Contessa • couple • us
4
Would not recommend!
Pros:

I liked how close it was to the stadium and places to eat.

Cons:

Where do I start! I do an inspection before I settle in my room. I noticed the water pressure was horrible and there were no lamps, tissue, or hangers. I went downstairs to let the front desk know and she switched my room. My second room was more of the same! But I just settled because I was tired and at least the water pressure was better. I stayed for the R&B concert. No information was given to me about parking or shuttle services until after that facts. I was annoyed because my car could’ve been towed without the parking voucher. They also cut off the water in my cousins room because they wanted us out before our checkout time. Don’t offer late checkout if you’re not going to honor it. For the length time I was there (4 days), I wasn’t impressed and I won’t be returning.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • us
7
The stay was decent with some mild hiccups
Pros:

Decorations were really cute . All Halloween themed. The property location was nice

Cons:

No facial towels. No toilet paper holder . Stood at the front desk for 5 mins until someone came . Brought up that I didn’t have a face towel in my room and the lady goes “oh well the cleaner must’ve been in a hurry” still no apology. Then no streaming television . Straight cable

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Cecelia • solo_traveller • us
5
Pros:

The bed was comfortable.

Cons:

The top spread was white with yellow stains, the phone didn't work, the room could've been more cleaner, essentially the chair in the room and a lot of things in the room needs to be updated. When checking out I wasn't asked how was my stay or anything.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Rachael • couple • gb
8
Great, clean, secure and welcoming hotel. But not many facilities.
Pros:

Beautiful hotel with fantastic decor. Breakfast was good. Parking was excellent. The staff were amazing. The room was great! Very clean. Good ideas about what to do at reception.

Cons:

There wasn’t much around for food and drinks at night (but I think that’s because Houston is so vast). And so, the fact that the bar within the Hotel was also closed most nights was inconvenient. When it was open, it closed at 9pm.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Annabelle • couple • us
10
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Will • solo_traveller • us
1
The hotel needs a major overhaul. I will never stay at this hotel again!
Pros:

Location

Cons:

I had to move to another room because the first room didn't have a refrigerator.
The room I was moved to had no lamps, clock, or telephone. The front desk had to take a lamp from another room to supply me with one.
Also, the room I was moved to (room 103) had a shower that was for disability impaired persons. Which caused the water to spill over into the entire bathroom and seep into the main living quarters. The water caused the entire room to smell like musk and mold.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Allen • extended_group • us
10
It was only a one night stay but everything was nice!
Pros:

Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was quick and fulfilling. Nothing more and nothing less!

Cons:

Did not have anything bad to say about this property.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Sheradon • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Theodore • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great service from the front desk, comfortable beds and price for the location.

Cons:

Could have used a chair in the room.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • us
8
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Guilherme • solo_traveller • br
9
Pros:

A equipe é muito atenciosa. O café da manhã é excelente, tem tudo sue precisa para começar o dia. Acima da média dos cafés normais.

Cons:

Os quartos não estão siper novos, mas estão muito bons.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sommer • couple • us
3
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Shanon • couple • us
7
Great decor throughout, clean, friendly front desk, warm (not hot) showers and disappointing breakfast for some.
Pros:

The art deco speak easy decor was fantastic. Stayed twice now and will stay again

Cons:

The water in the bathroom wasn’t hot, shower was just above warm. The morning breakfast is from 6:30-9:30, before 8:30 the breakfast was gone with the exception of a few biscuits and flimsy waffles. I was fine because I love biscuits and gravy. But another couple asked the attendant how soon would eggs and bacon be ready. The attendant told the couple she was done nothing else was being prepared whatever is left is what she had. That was disappointing to hear, otherwise I really like staying there.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Clinta • solo_traveller • us
10
Excellent service
Pros:

Everything
Staff is wonderful
My home away from home place

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Michele • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee