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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Living area
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Houston, TX
  • University of Houston
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • George R. Brown Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Toyota Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Houston, TX (HOU-William P. Hobby)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Houston

Southeast Houston stay.Your stay at this Southeast Houston vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Houston and Toyota Center. George R. Brown Convention Center and Daikin Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Houston - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • George R. Brown Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Toyota Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Daikin Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Elgin/Third Ward Station - 11 min walk
  • Houston Station - 12 min drive
  • Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Vegan Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely Gem

Relax at the stylish and comfy home nestled in a lively Central Business District of Downtown Houston, TX. It is conveniently located in the Greater Third Ward, near the NRG stadium, George R. Brown Convention Center, the grand Toyota Center and more!

Easily explore Houston restaurants, shops, attractions, and landmarks, then retreat to the beautiful, fully furnished home!

✔ Comfortable Queen Bed
✔ Fully Equipped Kitchen
✔ Smart TV
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi 100mbps
✔ Free Parking
✔ Security Cameras

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lovely Gem to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.9 mi (19-min drive) away from the Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely Gem?

As of Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely Gem on Jun 30, 2025 start from $69.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lovely Gem have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Lovely Gem offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lovely Gem?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Lovely Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lovely Gem?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Lovely Gem have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Lovely Gem have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Lovely Gem to downtown Houston?

This vacation home is 2.3 mi away from Houston.

Lovely Gem Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not like pictures

Entire property has a bad case of landlord special. We had no hot water, bedroom door was broken, bathroom door didn’t even close all the way. The list goes on. And if you know nothing of Houston, FYI this is the shadiest area possible. Our entire unit smelled like smoke the whole time, there were near constant sirens, etc. and the pictures? Very inaccurate. While I would love to give it a higher review, even just a little more transparency in the listing would’ve been nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kristie f.

Liked: Cleanliness

4 day stay while attending an event at convention center nearby

The host was great. A for responsiveness and dealing with any issues. Friendly and courteous. The house on inside was clean, updated, comfortable bed, shades on all the windows, a/c worked, hot water worked, the neighborhood rea
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

A G.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica Corona

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

It was a great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall rating

Property was overall good. Few errors I think the property owner should’ve adjust before I checked in . But overall it was fine ! N safe
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., Bridgeport, Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, Comfortable and Quiet

My husband and I stayed here for four days and it was very quiet, comfortable and clean. We were here for a music festival and had no trouble getting an Uber to and from the venue. Finally, we didn’t have any trouble with the hot water so the concern must have been corrected.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin C.

It was just fine

There was a closet, with only a couple of hangers. No dresser to put clothes in or personal items on.The lights in the bedroom didn’t work.The shower leaked through a tile by tub, so the floor flooded. We were only there to sleep, so it was just fine. Not a place we’d want to hang out at.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and Loved

The house is clean inside and it is obvious the owner has put much love into the house to make it nice. The bed is very comfy. We had to communicate with the owner and she was fantastic and responded quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antuan K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nicely renovated!!

Not too much but just right.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taniya W.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and host!

Alexia is an excellent host! Thanks so much for being so responsive and kind for letting us check in early after an early flight in from Boston!Nice little apartment for the price at a convenient location. We had a great time seeing Houston for the first time and found the apartment's location convenient for the Space Center, Toyota Center, and Meow Wolf.We did encounter some pest issues... but perhaps they are ubiquitous in warmer climates? And I saw some other guests commenting about hot water problems - we had no issues with that, but the shower does leak onto the floor when running thru a hole in the wall.All in all, a few minor issues but great location and great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Regina R.

Property Condition and Safety Concerns Led to Early Departure

The property condition differed significantly from the listing photos. The house shows considerable wear, including visible stains and tears on the furniture. While the location is conveniently close to downtown Houston, I experienced serious safety concerns during my stay. One night involved extensive police activity in the immediate area, including helicopter presence and armed officers around the property. Due to these safety concerns, I ultimately decided to end my stay early.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Annabelle J.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

patrick b.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolette O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy getaway

The place was as described. Cute cozy place to relax 😌 ☺️ 😊. Could use some minor improvements, but perfect for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franki R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lawrence P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great value; just fix the hot water concern!

The pictures on VRBO accurately reflect the actual interior of this cute unit. And the relatively low price was also much appreciated. The kitchen is well-appointed, with coffee, sugar, creamer and a good array of expected kitchen tools. The bathroom and bedroom were comfortable and well-appointed, as was the living room. The ‘deal-breaker’ was the fact that the gas line coming into the unit failed for an unknown reason. That meant no hot water for showers, etc. and no ability to use the stove or burners. The management representative was quite proactive in communicating the status of this, but was unable to facilitate the needed repair/resolution in my 5-day stay. When I arrived, the third ward neighborhood was of a bit concern, but over my 5-day stay I had no negative experiences in the unit, with my vehicle, etc. Would I stay here again? Save the hot water failure, yes. Definitely. L~
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

good stay

Nice and quiet and close to downtown and UH.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sidney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Toby S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kernesha B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ms.Boyd

First time in Houston and I must say when I arrived at the location I was a little skeptical because of the block and there were so many people standing outside a half of block down but it was actually quiet and very peaceful.when I went into the property I was like omg it’s so nice & beautiful,very clean, and the air was turned on prior to me entering so that such a relief. A few spiders and geckos on the front porch but overall far as bugs that was it,The host was accommodating to my time zone change and allowed me to enter early because I was completely thrown off by it and I was just standing outside but she helped me out and I really appreciated that
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall great

Peaceful and safe and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kameria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing for the price
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deonna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy Stay

Host was very attentive and responded very fast.. Location is right by the University of Houston and is convenient and is close to everything downtown/midtown.. Nightlight was a vibe!!!! Very nice and clean space.. The only issue I had was the hot water heater stopped working but she immediately accommodated my needs and allowed me to use the shower next door.. The house has two sides just to give you a heads up. But overall I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

This place was a great place to stay. It was not far from anything I needed to get to. As well as the host communication and replies were great. Recommended lots of places to eat as well as events in town during my stay. I would definitely come back and rent this place again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024