George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 37 min drive
Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 38 min drive
Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field) - 38 min drive
Houston Station - 16 min drive
Area shuttle
Restaurants
Starbucks - 5 min walk
The Cheesecake Factory - 9 min walk
CIEL Restaurant & Lounge - 9 min walk
Grand Lux Cafe - 9 min walk
Joey Uptown - 10 min walk
About this property
Hotel Derek
When you stay at Hotel Derek, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Rice University and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Free perks include WiFi and wired Internet. Nice touches such as iPod docks, rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets are offered in all apartments. Fellow travellers like the location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Property size
312 apartments
Arranged over 15 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.85 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 30.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
On-site valet parking (USD 40.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Self parking on site (USD 30.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Valet parking on site (USD 40.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Electric car charging station on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Local area shuttle
Family friendly
Children stay for free (see details)
Food and drink
Fridge (on request)
Microwave (on request)
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Room service available
Bedrooms
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Bed sheets provided
Egyptian cotton sheets
Pillow-top mattress
Rollaway/extra beds: USD 25 per night
Bathrooms
Combined shower/bath
Rainfall shower head
Hairdryer
Free toiletries
Dressing gowns
Eco-friendly toiletries
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable service
Pool or billiards table
iPod docking station
TV in a common area
Pay films
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Desk chair
Climate control
Air conditioning
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet friendly
USD 100 per accommodation per stay
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices available
Braille signage
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible (with limits)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Multilingual staff
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Luggage storage
Blackout curtains
Safe at front desk
Laptop-compatible safe
Free newspapers
24-hour front desk
Ballroom
Location highlights
In the shopping district
In the entertainment district
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Security system
Outdoor lighting
General
312 rooms
15 floors
Recycling
Connecting/adjoining rooms avaliable
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 23.40 per accommodation, per night
Service fee: 1.85 per cent
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.85 per cent
Microwaves are available for USD 25 per day
Fridges are available for an additional charge
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from 30 November 2024 to 31 August 2025 (dates subject to change).
This property will be closed from 16 September 2024 to 31 January 2025 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change).
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 25 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 30.00 per night with in/out privileges
Valet parking costs USD 40.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property.
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Derek Houston Galleria
Hotel Derek
Hotel Derek Houston Galleria
Derek Hotel Houston
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Derek currently open?
This property is closed from 30 November 2024 to 31 August 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does Hotel Derek offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Derek does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Derek?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Derek?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 30.00 per night. Valet parking costs USD 40.00 per night. On-site parking includes off-street options. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Derek?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out is available.
What's the area around Hotel Derek like?
Hotel Derek is a short 1-minute walk from Westheimer Rd and 4 minutes' walk from River Oaks District. Travellers say that this aparthotel is in a good location.
Hotel Derek Reviews
Reviews
6.2
Good
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
18 November 2024
Hotel Derek is being closed down. And yet it is somehow still available to reserve? No amenities are available, there were hardly any workers, everything was dirty, it smelled so bad, there was a bandaid in the refrigerator, the bathtub would not drain. Everything was in terrible condition and it should not be available to guests.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
12 November 2024
Hotel is about to shut down.
Hotel is about to shut down. In its last days and it was not good.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
27 October 2024
Worst stay ever
Horrible, worst experience ever for a supposed luxury hotel, extremely upset with what I was charged I could gave stayed at a Holiday and had better room service, shower, toilet, elevator waa horrible and old.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
17 September 2024
Yves
Yves, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
14 September 2024
kenton
kenton, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
6 September 2024
Henry
Henry, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Me and my went to have some alone time at the bar and pool which neither was available per the manager they have informed you guys of the amenities not being available for what i oaid i could have went somewhere where i get it all. Parking only had valet there wasnt any other option due to them closing in two weeks smh
stacy
stacy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2024
Jacquelyn
Jacquelyn, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
19 August 2024
Didn’t like anything but the valet people, hotel amenities all closed. Smelled like sewer inside hotel.
Alicia
Alicia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
14 August 2024
Everything was shut down and I was told the balcony room I had prepaid was unavailable. they did not credit me anything for the room downgrade
Jeremy
Jeremy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
11 August 2024
The staff were friendly, but what i didn't like was no one told us due to them renovating at the end of the month none of the amenities weren't available, which left us scrambling to find somewhere to eat breakfast. It was no pool or fitness center to decompress at the beginning or end of each day. Maybe once the renovations are done it will be a much better place to visit
Kennidra
Kennidra, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
David
David, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
5 August 2024
Holly
Holly, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
4 August 2024
Falon
Falon, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
2 August 2024
There was no water (something about the city), the pool was closed (no notice while reserving). The great pictures of a lively bar/restaurant where fake (the bar/restaurant) was closed.
Overall, the stay was OK, but far below what they promised and far below what one would expect for two hundred dollars per night.
Rodrigo
Rodrigo, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
2 August 2024
DO NOT STAY HERE! We missed a flight at IAH and booked Hotel Derek for the night The rate was $$$ parking. Upon arrival the parking garage was filthy and seemed very unsafe so we chose valet park. We also noticed that several guest seemed to be there on an hourly rate! When we entered the hotel a strong smell of gas or something was awful. We pre paid through Expedia or I would have demanded a refund. The room was filthy… dead roaches, non working bathroom door and just not clean. I know this hotel has been bought out, but they should close until the renovations are complete instead of advertising as a 3 star boutique hotel
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
28 July 2024
DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL PEOPLE.
If you are out of towners and dont kno Im telling you now this property has went down tremendously. The area is great but the hotel is a BIG NO. The pictures shown are 15 plus years ago with the same dirty nasty furniture. The room furniture is torn up and worn down. I live here and didn't kno until after booking and checking in how poorly this hotel has went down and also closing down soon. I was able to get a refund rite away and book else where.
laquitta
laquitta, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
28 July 2024
The surrounding area is not the best
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Angel
Angel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
27 July 2024
The hotel needs to have clean sheets and the bathroom needs to be more clean
Tehseen
Tehseen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
26 July 2024
Daelena
Daelena, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 July 2024
Zawadi
Zawadi, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
26 July 2024
the hotel was quite for the most part. The garage is 30$ per night which is high for parking. But since you pay 30 dollars you would think they would allow you to park on a lower level they blocked off floors 1-5 for valet … secondly once you make it to floor 6 it’s no lights on that level it’s dark which is also a hazard. not to mention trash and wrappers all in the garage.
incidentals are 100 per night which is a little insane yes it’s returned if the room is good condition but still. Third the staff was friendly I was unaware of the 100 per night incidental and the receptionist at check in helped guide me that. overall it’s cheaper and nicer places to stay it was experience given the history but I don’t suggest driving your own vehicle or parking there. plus they do have a security guard driving but they was on they phone there entire time.
Daelena
Daelena, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
26 July 2024
Not recommended , worst experience i have, parking is expensive