Haystack Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Houston with free parking

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Kitchen features a central island with a geometric tile backsplash, refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave.
Bathroom features a shower with a glass door and handheld showerhead, a toilet, and a sink with a faucet.
Kitchen features a central island with a hexagonal pattern, microwave, and coffee maker on the countertop, set against a wooden floor.
Cozy sleeping quarters with a bunk bed and window view.
Rows of lockers line the floor, each with a unique number and small handle.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug

Explore the area

Map
5139 Madden Lane, Houston, TX, 77048
  • NRG Stadium
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • University of Houston
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Shared Dormitory

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds

Basic Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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About the area

Houston

At Haystack Hostel, you'll be 10.8 km (6.7 mi) from University of Houston and 12.9 km (8 mi) from NRG Stadium. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Southeast Houston hostel include Houston Zoo and MD Anderson Cancer Center.

What's nearby

  • NRG Park - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • NRG Stadium - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • University of Houston - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Houston Zoo - 14 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Palm Center Transit Center - 11 min drive
  • Houston Station - 35 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kitchen Kreations - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Timmy Chan Chicken & Fried Rice - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Haystack Hostel

Hostel in Houston with free parking
As a guest of Haystack Hostel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Haystack Hostel also features a communal living room, a microwave in a common area, and a fridge in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Houston hostel.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Air-conditioned accommodation at Haystack Hostel offers shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)).

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside 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
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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Haystack Hostel?

Yep, Haystack Hostel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Haystack Hostel?

As of 31 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Haystack Hostel on 1 Aug 2025 start from NZ$40.12, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Haystack Hostel?

No, Haystack Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Haystack Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Haystack Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Haystack Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 46 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

4.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

MoNique

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MoNique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lagerron

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lagerron

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lagerron

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alhakimou

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alhakimou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lagerron

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in the ghetto ghetto proper. Came in and heard gunshots. I did not spend the night there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Iana

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I did everything by the book and was still denied entry due to not having received a code to the door. I had to find another place. And since Expedia was unable to contact them, my refund was denied. So 0 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

jilka

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property did not had a place reserved as mentioned in website And they didn’t even issued a refund
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zafar

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024