Palace Inn Gulfgate

2.5 star property

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Shower, free toiletries, towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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6658 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX, 77087
  • Place, Gulfgate Shopping Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The End
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, NRG Stadium
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Houston

Located in Greater East End within a 15-minute walk of Gulfgate Shopping Center, Palace Inn Gulfgate is within a few miles (5 km) of University of Houston. This 29-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Gulfgate Shopping Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The End - 5 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • George R. Brown Convention Center - 7 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Daikin Park - 8 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • NRG Stadium - 12 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Palm Center Transit Center - 5 min drive
  • Kinder Station - 12 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Spanky's Pizza - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Palace Inn Gulfgate

Palace Inn Gulfgate offers free WiFi in public areas and coffee in a common area. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Other standard amenities include ironing boards, desks, and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

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

Property is also known as

Palace Inn Gulfgate Houston
Palace Inn Gulfgate
Palace Gulfgate Houston
Palace Gulfgate
Palace Inn Gulfgate Motel
Palace Inn Gulfgate Houston
Palace Inn Gulfgate Motel Houston

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Palace Inn Gulfgate?

Palace Inn Gulfgate provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Palace Inn Gulfgate?

This motel is situated in Greater East End within a short 8-minute walk of Gulfgate Shopping Center. You'll also find Port of Houston and Fertitta Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Palace Inn Gulfgate?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Palace Inn Gulfgate feature a casino?

No, Palace Inn Gulfgate doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Palace Inn Gulfgate?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Palace Inn Gulfgate a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include free wired internet and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Palace Inn Gulfgate?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Palace Inn Gulfgate have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Palace Inn Gulfgate doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Palace Inn Gulfgate allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Palace Inn Gulfgate.

Are there connecting rooms at Palace Inn Gulfgate?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Palace Inn Gulfgate?

The closest major airport to Palace Inn Gulfgate is Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU), which is 4.5 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Houston, TX (EFD-Ellington Field), which is located 12.4 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Palace Inn Gulfgate?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Palace Inn Gulfgate that offer a balcony.

Palace Inn Gulfgate Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 176 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in was easy and the staff was very friendly. The rooms were clean and smelled good. The grounds are very well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect clean and functional place for relax stay at a very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This my favorite place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I haven't spent much time at the hotel but the place looked really nice and the guy working the counter was super awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yadira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is wonderful for it's price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel. The location, the price, the hospitality is all worth it every time I stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Spotless, cost effective and nice peope there.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this location. It’s the only place I stay when I need a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Great room and bathroom setup, clean, comfortable bed, very friendly and courteous staff. Perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Arleta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property met our needs for the night. The rooms are extremely clean and beds are comfortable. Office staff are very welcoming. Thank you so much!! Definitely coming back for future trips!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was efficient, professional and friendly. Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Vickie is always so helpful. The cleaning staff are top grade.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Deborah

We did not access any nearby services
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service was phenomenal. The front desk was very attentive. Overall, the stay was a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well maintained Place

Nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anniey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Must stay here

It's a very clean motel the front desk people are very helpful and nice the rooms are spectacular I really have nothing negative to say about this place to me it's a 10 out of 10 the rooms are especially clean spacious and it will make you want to come back again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

aaja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dont sleep on this property..the rooms or my room was updated and huge. Very clean very nice. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding property. Clean modern and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Choice

This was a great choice for the price and comfort. The customer service was amazing and considerate of my request. I will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small complex. Rooms are nice, bathrooms are big.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room exceeded all my expectations.!! It was so modern
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My stay

They were very kind and welcoming. Despite the troubles I faced at their sister properly, they treated me with kindness.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024