If you want to enjoy a game or event at NRG Stadium, you probably need super-close accommodation. Choosing some of the best hotels near NRG Stadium will save you from the crowd that appears during event days.
All hotels listed in this article are within walking distance from the arena. You can freely leave your vehicle at the hotel and reach the stadium on foot.
Let’s see what these hotels have to offer and what is their precise distance from the NRG Stadium.
About the NRG Stadium
NRG Stadium was opened in 2002 under the name Reliant Stadium. The stadium was proudly “wearing” its name until 2013 – when it changed to NRG Stadium.
As Reliant Stadium, it hosted numerous events, like the 2004 Super Bowl, NCAA Big 12 Football Championship in 2002 and 2005, NCAA Basketball Regionals in 2008 and 2010, Wrestlemania 25 in 2009, and NCAA Final Four in 2011.
As NRG Stadium, it hosted the NCAA Final Four in 2016 and the 2017 Super Bowl. Meanwhile, the stadium hosted numerous other events, but these two are the most popular.
Since 2002, the stadium has been used for numerous events, including football, rodeo, college football, soccer, FIFA World Cup, college basketball, motorsports, hockey, concerts, etc.
An interesting fact about NRG Stadium is that it is the first one with a retractable roof (with an opening and closing system).
The seating capacity of the stadium is 72,220 and is expandable to 80,000.
Wingate Houston near NRG
Wingate Houston is one of the closest hotels near NRG Stadium. The best thing about this hotel is its free parking, which is excellent for leaving your vehicle in a safe place while watching a game or exploring the city.
Amenities
- Free on-site parking for all hotel guests
- Free breakfasts, on-site restaurant, and snack bar
- Free access to the outdoor pool, sunbeds, and free fitness center
- Shared lobby with a fireplace, mutual seating area, and TVs
- Pet-friendly rooms with key card access, central heating system, and baggage storage
Room type and equipment
The hotel has only standard guest rooms that can accommodate from two to seven people. Each room includes king or queen beds, an air conditioner, heating, a TV, an iron, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries.
All rooms on higher floors have elevator access, and a good number of the rooms are mobility and hearing-accessible. Also, the rooms have private entrances and private bathrooms with a bathtub or shower.
Dining options
The hotel offers free breakfast for all its guests. You can even request breakfast in-room service, which requires additional service costs. Also, the hotel has a restaurant on-site, where you can have lunch and dinner.
The closest dining options outside the hotel are Timmy Chan’s Houston, a good American-Chinese cuisine restaurant. Another good option is Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, a restaurant specializing in seafood and fish.
Additional information
| Location | Wingate Houston near NRG Park/Medical Center |
| Distance from NRG Stadium | 0.3 miles – 6 minutes walking distance |
| Phone Number | (713) 795-8405 |
| Hotel Class | 3* |
| Guest Rating | Very Good 3.5 |
Wyndham Houston near NRG Park
Wyndham Houston is a three-star hotel located right next to Wingate Houston Hotel. The hotel has an excellent location, within walking distance from the NRG Stadium and a 17 to 20-minute drive from William P. International Airport IAH.
Amenities
- Free on-site parking for all hotel guests
- Free access to the fitness center, heated outdoor swimming pool, and free internet
- Beauty salon, ATM on site, and laundry service
- Bar, lounge, restaurant, and breakfast buffet
- Pet-friendly rooms (extra charge)
Room type and equipment
The hotel offers suites and standard guest rooms. All room options are spacious and super-clean, equipped with blackout curtains, king or queen beds, a sofa, a coffee table, an accent chair, a desk, and a TV. Suites differ from the standard guest rooms with their separate living area. Everything else is relatively the same.
Also, all rooms and suites have a private bathroom with a bathtub or shower. The hotel provides towels, a hairdryer, toilet paper, and toiletries which is free of cost.
Dining options
The breakfast buffet, lunch, and dinner are available at the hotel but for an additional cost. So, if you want to dine in the hotel’s restaurant, you will have to pay for it additionally.
Breakfast is served from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM every day. Lunch is served from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, while dinner is from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
However, you are not obligated to eat only within the restaurant. That is a good option since you do not have to leave the hotel, but there are numerous other dining options outside. Our top picks are Brewingz, Pappasitos Mexican Cantina, and Timmy Chan’s Houston.
Additional information
| Location | Wyndham Houston near NRG Park / Medical Center |
| Distance from NRG Stadium | 0.4 miles – 7 minutes walking distance |
| Phone Number | (713) 748-3221 |
| Hotel Class | 3* |
| Guest Rating | Very Good 3.5 |
Quality Inn & Suites NRG Park
Quality Inn & Suites is located in a quiet area, just a couple of minutes’ walk from the famous NRG stadium. This hotel is a cozy place where you can stay at an affordable price. The rooms are clean and equipped with all necessities, allowing you to feel at home.
Amenities
- Free parking for all guests
- Outdoor pool with hot tub, sunbeds, and umbrellas
- Pets are allowed to stay in the room (for an additional charge)
- Free and fast WiFi within the hotel’s facilities
- Shuttle bus service
- Free breakfast buffet included in the price
Room type and equipment
In Quality Inn, you can find suites and standard guest rooms. All rooms are non-smoking and have smoke detector devices.
When it comes to the room equipment, there are not many appliances. The rooms have only the standard necessary things, like an air-conditioner, a TV, a small refrigerator, and a microwave. The rooms are cleaned daily and provided with new towels.
The bathrooms are private for all room options and include toiletries, toilet paper, and towels.
Dining options
The hotel offers only breakfast. The buffet is free for all guests and includes tea, instant coffee, and soft juices. Lunch and dinner are not available within the hotel because there is no restaurant.
The closest option for food is Brewingz, a place right in front of the hotel that serves incredible chicken wings. Right across the street, you have Pappasito’s Cantina for Mexican food and Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, a family-owned seafood restaurant with a long history of operation.
Additional information
| Location | Quality Inn & Suites NRG Park – Medical Center |
| Distance from NRG Stadium | 0.7 miles – 13 minutes walking distance |
| Phone Number | (832) 239-8568 |
| Hotel Class | 2* |
| Guest Rating | Average 3.0 |
Holiday Inn Houston S – NRG Area
Holiday Inn Houston Hotel is located a couple of minutes walk north of the NRG Stadium. It is actually the closest hotel to the arena since it faces toward the stadium’s parking lots.
Amenities
- Paid on-site public parking
- Free access to the outdoor pool, sunbeds, sun umbrellas, and outdoor seating area
- Breakfast buffet, restaurant, bar, kids’ meals, vending machines (snacks and drinks), and breakfast in room service
- Free shuttle and taxi services, ATM, gift shop, express check-in/check-out, and 24/7 front desk
- Business center, conference facilities, and meeting rooms
Room type and equipment
Besides the standard guest rooms, this hotel also has family rooms and suites. The family rooms are actually two guest rooms, connected with a mutual internal door and sharing one bathroom. Conversely, suites and standard guest rooms have private bathrooms with a shower or bathtub.
Other equipment includes a flat-screen TV, a small refrigerator in rooms, a bigger refrigerator in suites, an air conditioner, a safe, and a working desk. The rooms are cleaned daily, but you can still ask for additional housekeeping service at an additional cost.
Dining options
Holiday Inn is a hotel with highly recommended and complemented food. The food is not included in the price, but it is available for everyone who decides to eat within the hotel. The breakfast buffet is rich and abundant in different food options.
Still, you can choose to dine outside and try something new. The closest options are Dimassi’s Mediterranean Buffet, Asahi Sushi, Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken, and Taro, a Japanese restaurant.
Additional information
| Location | Holiday Inn Houston S – NRG Area – Med Ctr, an IHG Hotel |
| Distance from NRG Stadium | 0.3 miles – 6 minutes walking distance |
| Phone Number | (713) 790-1900 |
| Hotel Class | 3* |
| Guest Rating | Very Good 3.5 |
Extended Stay America – Houston
Our last pick for the best hotels near NRG Stadium is the Extended Stay America hotel, which is right behind Holiday Inn. By this, we want to say that this hotel is also too close to the NRG Stadium, allowing you to reach it on foot and avoid the traffic.
Amenities
- A free on-site parking lot for all guests and a free shuttle bus service
- The hotel is pet and family-friendly; kids stay for free
- Free breakfast; snacks and drinks vending machines (extra cost)
- Outdoor pool with sunbeds, sun umbrellas, and outdoor furniture
Room type and equipment
The hotel has suites and standard guest rooms. The difference between these two is that the suites have a bigger dining area and fully equipped kitchens – excellent for families with children who enjoy preparing food within the room. Actually, the suites are so big that they look like a whole apartment.
Regardless of the room type, all rooms and suites have an air-conditioner, microwave, refrigerator, kitchenette, and TV.
Dining options
The hotel offers breakfast and coffee. Unfortunately, there is no restaurant within the hotel since it is a 2-star hotel. So, for lunch and dinner, you can either cook something in the room or choose to eat outside.
The options outside are diverse and quite affordable. Since the hotel has an excellent location and is surrounded by numerous shops and restaurants, you can dine in Taro, Olive Garden (Italian cuisine), Panda Express (Chinese restaurant), and Pappas Bar-B-Q (grill). Also, you can order a good pizza from Pizza Hut and enjoy it in the room.
Additional information
| Location | Extended Stay America – Houston – Med. Ctr. – NRG Park – Kirby |
| Distance from NRG Stadium | 0.4 miles – 8 minutes walking distance |
| Phone Number | (713) 790-9753 |
| Hotel Class | 2* |
| Guest Rating | Very Good 4.0 |
