Sleeping inside or in nearby hotels (IAH)

Overnight layover guide. Sleeping facilities in the public zone or boarding area

Please note that some published services and schedules may be subject to change. If the idea is to spend the night in the public area, consider a plan B in case the stay inside the airport is only allowed for those who are about to board. Spending the night at the airport

Houston airport is a large and busy place that is open 24 hours a day, so you will be able to stay overnight if you have an early morning flight or if your flight is cancelled. Note that you will only be able to stay if you have a ticket for the next day, and you will not be able to enter the site if the doors have already closed. There are announcements and music throughout the night, so earplugs or headphones are recommended.

Where to rest: Most of the seats inside the terminals have armrests, so your best bet is to bring a sleeping bag and lie down on the floor. In Terminal D, you will find a chapel that is quiet at night and comfortable chairs in the Departures Hall, while in the Departures area of Terminal E, there are carpeted floors and some of the food outlets have comfortable chairs. There are also several VIP lounges inside the main buildings for those passengers who qualify, but these are closed at night. Finally, there is a hotel within the airport grounds and private cabins in Terminal C.

Baggage: There are no lockers or luggage storage facilities on the premises.

Eating and drinking: The only options available during the night are vending machines.

Restrooms: Showers inside the Centurion Lounge, in Terminal D.

Wi-Fi: Access is free and unlimited.

Other services available around the clock: ATMs, retail outlets, chapels, baby changing facilities.

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Nearby Hotels

The Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental is located between terminals B and C and is connected to the airport complex by a subway train. On the other hand, private rooms of Minute Suites are located next to gate C14 of Terminal C. There are other accommodations nearby, which generally provide complimentary shuttles for their guests.

Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Bush Intercontinental Airport (3.6 km/2.2 miles)
Courtyard by Marriott Houston Intercontinental Airport (3.6 km/2.2 miles)
DoubleTree by Hilton Houston Intercontinental Airport (3.8 km/2.4 miles)
GreenTree Inn (4 km/2.5 miles)
Sheraton North Houston at George Bush Intercontinental (4 km/2.5 miles)