<p>I have someone coming to visit me at Rice soon, and they need a place to stay. It would preferably be VERY close to Rice (walking distance), but it needs to be cheap. None of that 4-star hotel business.
I understand this is hard to find since the Medical Center is a busy area as far as hotels go, but can anyone recommend something?</p>
<p>What do you consider cheap? If you call the hotels near the school and ask for the Rice rate you can get a pretty good deal. We got $99 per night at the medical center Marriott. That’s pretty good for in the city. There is a map of hotels close to Rice [Rice</a> University | Area Hotels](<a href=“Welcome | Rice University”>Welcome | Rice University)</p>
<p>^ I think we are talking less than $70 </p>
<p>If nobody comes up with any real close how about some hotels that are on the same metro or bus line that goes by Rice. Perhaps miles away but on a route that does not require a transfer - I assume that would be Main or Fanning but there may be other streets nearby also. </p>
<p>Like walk a block from the hotel and catch the bus/metro and 10-20 minutes later get off near Rice.</p>
<p>The Best Western is just a block or two away, and is usually cheaper and includes breakfast. Ask for the cheapest rate you can get -check the Rice rate or other. I think I’ve had rates around $80 before. The Mariott beds are more comfortable though!</p>
<p>LOL I agree with you anxiousmom!!</p>
<p>Another option would be to try Priceline. Honestly I can’t think of a hotel in the $70 range that close in to Rice.</p>
<p>Futon. Or make them sleep in the study room.</p>
<p>I just got crown plaza three star upscale for 50 dollars through priceline.</p>
<p>Use PRICELINE. I got some 3.5 star hotel for $40. heh. It was a holiday inn select right off the interstate just SW off the interstate.</p>