Best Hotels near Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

In downtown Lubbock blocks from the campus of Texas Tech University, the Courtyard Lubbock Downtown/University Area offers 94 guest rooms and nine suites. There are several chain restaurants within walking distance. Cool-toned guest rooms feature minifridges, microwaves, sofas or lounge chairs with ottomans and a work desk. Bathrooms have long vanities with lots of counter space and either walk-in showers or shower/tub combos. Upgrade to a suite for separate sleeping and sitting areas. The lobby has several work spaces including ‘media pods’ with their own TVs as well as The Bistro, a cafe serving breakfast (not included), made-to-order lunch and dinner items as well as Starbucks coffee and cocktails. There’s a fitness center with enough space for mat-based exercise, and, outdoors, a putting green, fire pit, outdoor pool and whirlpool. This property hosts weddings, and some recent guests say noise, both from the street as well as associated with larger events, can be heard in guest rooms. There is a GoBoard touch-screen information center in the lobby but no airport shuttle. Guests of this Courtyard by Marriott property can earn or redeem Marriott Rewards points during their stay.

The pet-friendly Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Lubbock sits on the west side of Lubbock, Texas, a block from the green space at Maxey Park and about 2 miles south of the Texas Tech University campus. The spacious guest rooms are outfitted in earth tones with patterned wallpaper and carpets and have pillow-top mattresses, kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi access and USA Today newspapers. However, some recent guests complained of issues with the aging, in-room air conditioner units. Though there is no formal on-site restaurant, hot breakfast is complimentary and, on Wednesday evenings, there's a happy hour in the lobby with free wine, beer and food. Also available on-site: a fitness center that overlooks the indoor pool and hot tub, and a barbecue area for guest use. Wyndham Rewards members can earn and redeem rewards points for their stay at this property.

Right not the edge of Texas Tech University’s campus and within easy walking distance of several dining options, the three-story Staybridge Suites Lubbock offers all-suite pet-friendly accommodations. Recent guests rave about the large size of suites and the helpful customer service. There are 82 suites outfitted in dark earth-toned decor. All feature full kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, toasters, full refrigerators, dishwashers and utensils, as well as a separate workspace with included Wi-Fi and plenty of plugs. Bathrooms have large vanities with lots of counter space and shower/tub combos. There’s on-site fitness and business centers, a common-use grill area, lobby fireplace and seasonal outdoor pool and whirlpool. Parking is complimentary, but there is no airport shuttle. Hot daily buffet breakfast is included as is a happy hour reception featuring drinks and a light meal Monday through Wednesday evenings. Guests can earn or redeem IHG Rewards Club points during their stay at this property.

Situated in Lubbock, Texas, a few blocks from the campus of Texas Tech University and a short walk to local restaurants, the Hyatt Place Lubbock offers 125 guest rooms. Guests can choose from four room types, and all accommodations are outfitted in neutral tones and come with separate sitting and sleeping areas, flat-scren TVs, minifridges and complimentary Wi-Fi access. Bathrooms have shower and tub combos and granite-topped vanities. Recent guests offered mixed reviews on the quality of housekeeping services. The property is also pet-friendly. Other available amenities at this Hyatt hotel include complimentary hot breakfast, free on-site parking, a 24-hour fitness center, an indoor pool and an outdoor space with a fire pit. The hotel also offers 24-hour dining via a lobby cafe and mini-mart, which offer grab-and-go items, hot made-to-order options and drinks from coffee to cocktails. Loyalty program members can earn and redeem World of Hyatt points during their stay.

The four-story Wingate by Wyndham Lubbock is located two-miles west of the Texas Tech University campus, and just off the TX-289 loop in a mostly-residential area near other hotels. Contemporary, cool-toned guest rooms come with HDTVs, Wi-Fi, irons, microwaves and minifridges. All guest room bathrooms have extended vanities with plenty of counter space – some come with walk-in sliding glass door showers while others have shower/tub combos. The large, tiled lobby has hot coffee and donuts available all day long and is also the site of the included daily hot breakfast buffet. There’s a fitness center overlooking a small indoor pool. Recent guests appreciate the friendly customer service and well-appointed guest rooms at this property, though not everyone was happy about the cleanliness of guest rooms. Guests of this Wingate by Wyndham property can accrue or redeem Wyndham Rewards points during their stay