Lodging Near Houston Methodist Hospital — Houston, TX
Houston Methodist Hospital is a national leader in cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, and organ transplant, drawing patients from across the country and internationally. Located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, Methodist offers several lodging partnerships — including a skybridge-connected hotel. This guide covers every option from free nonprofit housing to medical-rate hotels.
Quick Facts — Houston Methodist
Free and low-cost lodging
Nora's Home
Transplant only32 suites exclusively for organ transplant patients and their caregivers. Sliding-scale fees based on ability to pay — some patients pay nothing.
- Who qualifies: Organ transplant patients only — pre-transplant evaluation, waiting for transplant, or post-transplant recovery.
- Cost: Sliding scale based on financial need.
- Shuttle: Provides shuttle service to Scurlock Tower at Houston Methodist.
- How to apply: Contact Nora's Home directly or ask your Methodist transplant coordinator for a referral.
Phone: (832) 831-3720
Hope Lodge Houston
Free64 private suites — the largest Hope Lodge in the country. Completely free for adult cancer patients receiving outpatient treatment at any TMC cancer center, including Methodist.
- Who qualifies: Adult cancer patients in active outpatient treatment. Must live 40+ miles from TMC.
- How to apply: Referral from your Methodist social worker or oncology care team.
- Waitlist: Common — apply as early as possible.
- Amenities: Communal kitchen, free laundry, free parking, shuttle to TMC cancer centers, WiFi.
Phone: (713) 848-8905 · ACS helpline: 1-800-227-2345
Hospitality Apartments
Free46 fully furnished one-bedroom apartments at 7300 Bertner Avenue. Open to patients with any medical condition at any TMC hospital. Free with a nonrefundable cleaning fee at check-in ($100 on MD Anderson's lodging list, last updated July 2025); ask for the current amount when you apply.
- Who qualifies: Any medical condition. Must live 50+ miles from TMC. Caregiver required 24/7.
- How to apply: Self-referral accepted. Call (713) 790-9120. Must call every 4 weeks to stay on waitlist.
- Waitlist: Typically 2–3 months.
- Amenities: Full in-unit kitchen, free laundry, free parking, MD Anderson shuttle (Mon–Fri), WiFi.
Phone: (713) 790-9120 (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM)
Hotels with medical rates
Houston Methodist has established relationships with several nearby hotels. The Marriott Medical Center is the most convenient — connected via skybridge so you never have to go outside. The Westin offers a specific Methodist corporate code.
| Hotel | Rate | Code | Key Amenities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriott Medical Center | $195–219/night | Ask for "medical rate" | Skybridge to Scurlock Tower, shuttle within 2 miles |
| Westin Houston Medical Center | From $189/night | H9M (lowest Houston Methodist rate) | At 1709 Dryden Rd, a block from Houston Methodist, local van service |
| Hilton Houston Plaza / Medical Center | From $130/night | Corporate ID 2623383 (Joe's House rate) | Shuttle within 3 miles |
| Extended Stay America (Med. Ctr. / NRG Park, Kirby) | $61–104/night (lower for longer stays) | Ask for Joe's House rate | Kitchen with stovetop, free breakfast |
Codes and locations for the Marriott and the Westin are from Houston Methodist's hotels and accommodations page (read October 1, 2026), which also lists codes for hotels further out. Rates, the Hilton and Extended Stay codes and the shuttle radii are from MD Anderson's hotel lodging list (last updated July 2025). All rates are approximate and subject to change. Always call the hotel to confirm current pricing.
Furnished apartments for extended stays
For stays of 30 or more days — common for transplant patients and complex cardiac or neurological cases — furnished apartments offer better value than hotels. Full kitchens, in-unit laundry, and more living space make extended recovery more manageable.
Stays of 30+ consecutive days at the same property qualify for the Texas hotel tax exemption, saving 17% on your total cost in Houston.
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What your stay will actually cost
| Option | Nightly Cost | 30-Day Cost | Kitchen | Shuttle | Referral |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Lodge | Free | Free | Communal | Yes | Social worker |
| Hospitality Apts | Free (+ cleaning fee) | Cleaning fee only | Full | Yes (M–F) | Self-referral OK |
| Nora's Home | Sliding scale | Varies | Full | Yes (Methodist) | Transplant only |
| Marriott (skybridge) | $195–219 | $5,850–6,570 | No | Skybridge | No |
| Westin (H9M) | ~$189 | ~$5,670 | No | Yes | No |
| Extended Stay | $61–104 | $1,830–3,120 | Full | No | No |
| Furnished Apt | $100–150 | $3,000–4,500* | Full | No | No |
*30-day rate with TX hotel tax exemption applied. Hotel rates from MD Anderson's hotel lodging list (last updated July 2025); 30-day costs are nightly rates times 30. All rates approximate, so call to confirm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Houston Methodist have a connected hotel?
Yes. The Marriott Medical Center is connected to Houston Methodist via an enclosed skybridge, making it the most convenient hotel option. Medical rates start around $195–219/night. Call (713) 796-0080 and ask for the medical rate. The Westin Houston Medical Center also offers shuttle service and Methodist-specific rates using code H9M.
Is there free lodging for Houston Methodist patients?
Yes. Hospitality Apartments offers 46 free furnished apartments for patients of any TMC hospital who live 50+ miles away. Hope Lodge Houston provides 64 free suites for adult cancer patients (referral required). For organ transplant patients, Nora's Home offers 32 suites on a sliding-scale basis. Contact your Houston Methodist social worker for referral assistance.
What is Nora's Home and who qualifies?
Nora's Home is a nonprofit hospitality house exclusively for organ transplant patients and their caregivers. It has 32 suites with a sliding-scale fee structure based on ability to pay. Nora's Home provides a shuttle to Scurlock Tower at Houston Methodist. You must be an organ transplant patient (pre- or post-transplant) to qualify. Phone: (832) 831-3720.
How do I get the Methodist medical rate at the Westin?
Book online with the corporate booking code H9M, which Houston Methodist's hotel page says gets the lowest Houston Methodist rate available. The Westin's direct line on MD Anderson's and Memorial Hermann's hotel lists is (713) 730-2404, and MD Anderson's list (last updated July 2025) puts its medical rate from $189 a night, with blackout dates. Always confirm current availability and pricing.
Does Houston Methodist offer shuttle service to nearby hotels?
Several do. Houston Methodist's own hotel page says some nearby hotels run complimentary shuttles to and from the hospital, without naming them. MD Anderson's hotel lodging list (last updated July 2025) gives the radius for the hotels closest to the medical center: the Houston Marriott Medical Center runs a free shuttle from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. within 2 miles (first come, first served) and also connects to Methodist by skyway; the Hilton Houston Plaza and the InterContinental Houston Medical Center run shuttles within 3 miles; the Westin Houston Medical Center, at 1709 Dryden Rd, a block from Houston Methodist, offers local van service. Ask the front desk whether the route stops at Houston Methodist before you book.
By the RelocateMeTX Editorial Team · Reviewed October 1, 2026 How we source our data →
This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional financial, legal, or medical advice.