Stays in Lubbock

338 reviews

Downtown's year-round pool near the Buddy Holly Center

Why guests love it

Cotton Court Hotel is a downtown Lubbock hotel with a year-round outdoor pool, which matters when a family travels outside summer. Free bicycles make getting around downtown an outing in itself, and the restaurant on site serves American, Tex-Mex and local dishes. Rooms have city views and air conditioning, and there is a fitness centre. With a 9.1 score from 338 reviews, it is one of my first picks in Lubbock.

202 reviews

900 metres from Jones AT&T Stadium, pool included

Why guests love it

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lubbock Central is 900 metres from Jones AT&T Stadium, so a family can walk to a Texas Tech game and skip the parking. The outdoor pool is a good way to fill the afternoon, and a free continental breakfast is served daily. Every room has a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV, the front desk is open 24 hours and WiFi is free. An 8.9 score from 202 reviews is a strong result.

76 reviews

Saltwater pool and pet-friendly family rooms

Why guests love it

Home2 Suites by Hilton Lubbock has family rooms, a saltwater pool and barbecue facilities, a combination that makes for an easy evening with children. The outdoor fireplace is a pleasant spot after dinner, there is a fitness centre, and pets are accepted. Jones AT&T Stadium is about 11 kilometers away, a short drive on a game day. The 8.9 score is strong, though it comes from only 76 reviews, so I treat it as promising rather than proven.

301 reviews

Year-round pool with free bicycles near campus

Why guests love it

Hampton Inn & Suites Lubbock University has interconnected rooms, a real advantage for larger families or two families travelling together, and rooms come with a sofa bed and a tea and coffee maker. The outdoor pool is open year-round, free bicycles are available, and there is a fitness room and a lift. Its university-area location suits a Texas Tech visit. It scores 8.7 from 301 reviews, a solid result for the brand.

345 reviews

A well-reviewed stay with American dining on site

Why guests love it

Hilton Garden Inn Lubbock has family rooms with a refrigerator, which helps with snacks and drinks for young children, and an American restaurant on site for dinner after a long drive. There is also a bar for parents and a fitness centre, and WiFi is free. Each room has a work desk, handy when one parent needs to keep up with emails. I see no pool listed. With an 8.7 score from 345 reviews, it is a reliable, comfortable choice.

131 reviews

A well-reviewed indoor pool stay with a minimarket

Why guests love it

Hampton Inn & Suites Lubbock is a simple, well-rated base for a family: family rooms, an indoor pool that works in any season and a buffet breakfast to start the day. An on-site minimarket covers snacks and forgotten items, and the 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. There is also a fitness room and an outdoor seating area, and WiFi is free. It scores 8.5 from 131 reviews, a reassuring result.

463 reviews

A stadium-adjacent four-star stay with a shared lounge

Why guests love it

Hyatt Place Lubbock is less than 1 km from Jones AT&T Stadium, home of Texas Tech football, so a family can walk to a game instead of parking. Rooms have a coffee machine and air conditioning, the front desk is open 24 hours, and WiFi is free. There is a fitness centre, a shared lounge and a bar, but I see no pool listed, which matters with children in summer. It scores 8.5 from 463 reviews.

1,067 reviews

A well-reviewed southwest stay with a seasonal pool

Why guests love it

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lubbock Southwest offers family rooms, a seasonal outdoor pool and a continental buffet breakfast every morning, a straightforward package for a family weekend in Lubbock. There is also a fitness room and a lounge. The 8.4 score from 1,067 reviews is consistent for a chain hotel. I would check that the pool is open on your dates, since it is seasonal, and plan on a car to reach Texas Tech.

76 reviews

University-area suites with free bicycles

Why guests love it

Residence Inn Lubbock-University Area pairs family rooms with an indoor pool, so children can swim in any season. Free bicycles, a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace add easy activities around the hotel, and breakfast comes with varied options each day. There is also a fitness centre, and WiFi is free. Its university-area location suits a Texas Tech visit. It scores 8.4 from 76 reviews, a reassuring result.

258 reviews

Fully equipped kitchens with a picnic area on site

Why guests love it

My Place Hotel-Lubbock is built for longer family stays: family rooms come with fully equipped kitchens, and an on-site minimarket covers forgotten groceries. The picnic area with barbecue facilities makes an easy dinner outdoors on a mild evening. There is a lounge, a lift, free WiFi and free parking. I see no pool listed, which is the main trade-off with children. It scores 8.4 from 258 reviews, a good result for the category.

63 reviews

A 15-minute walk from Jones AT&T Stadium

Why guests love it

Courtyard by Marriott Lubbock Downtown/University Area sits between downtown and the campus, a 15-minute walk from Jones AT&T Stadium and 7 kilometres from the airport. For families, the family-friendly restaurant on site and the garden help, and the sun terrace and outdoor fireplace make for a pleasant evening. The outdoor pool is seasonal, so it matters mainly in the warmer months. It scores 8.4 from 63 reviews.

735 reviews

Walk-in shower rooms near the medical district

Why guests love it

Days Inn & Suites Lubbock Medical Center is a practical choice for families travelling for a hospital appointment, with walk-in showers that suit anyone with limited mobility. Every room has a refrigerator and a tea and coffee maker, parking is free on site, and room service and a 24-hour front desk help on long days. It is a simple hotel, but an 8.4 score from 735 reviews points to consistent care.

400 reviews

Four-star city-view rooms with a pool and hot tub

Why guests love it

Comfort Suites - University is about a mile from South Plains Mall, practical for a family that needs supplies or a rainy-day outing. The indoor pool and hot tub work whatever the weather, and a complimentary American buffet breakfast is included. Rooms are air-conditioned and some have city views. With an 8.3 score from 400 reviews, I would book it as a reliable base for a weekend in Lubbock with children.

271 reviews

Private-entrance suites in the medical district

Why guests love it

A two-week stay near the medical center felt far more manageable with a private entrance and an actual kitchenette rather than a standard hotel room and hallway. The full-day security was reassuring during a stretch when I was coming and going at odd hours for appointments. Free parking right outside the door meant one less thing to think about during an already stressful visit.

457 reviews

Free airport shuttle with Texas-styled rooms

Why guests love it

Overton Hotel and Conference Center is 10 minutes from Preston Smith International Airport and runs a free shuttle, handy for a family arriving without a rental car. The outdoor pool and hot tub fill the late afternoon, and rooms carry Texas artwork and wood accents that set them apart from standard chain decor. There is a fitness centre and free WiFi. With an 8.2 score from 457 reviews, it is a comfortable Lubbock base.

110 reviews

Sauna, steam room and hot tub south of downtown

Why guests love it

Holiday Inn Lubbock South combines an indoor pool for children with a wellness area for parents: a hot tub, a sauna and a steam room. Family rooms are air-conditioned with free WiFi, and the restaurant on site serves from brunch through dinner, so nobody has to drive out for meals. The outdoor fireplace makes a pleasant end to the evening. With an 8.2 score from 110 reviews, it is a comfortable family base in south Lubbock.

72 reviews

Spacious southwest suites with an outdoor pool

Why guests love it

Residence Inn Lubbock Southwest is an extended-stay property with spacious rooms, which helps when children share the space for several nights. A buffet breakfast is served daily, the outdoor pool covers the afternoons, and free bicycles give older children something to do. There is a fitness centre and free WiFi throughout. With an 8.2 score from 72 reviews, I would book it for a longer family stay in southwest Lubbock.

365 reviews

Loop 289 base near downtown and wine country

Why guests love it

Comfort Inn & Suites Lubbock West is a fully non-smoking hotel just off Loop 289, minutes from downtown Lubbock and close to Texas Tech University. Families get an indoor pool and a hot tub that work in any season, free parking and several restaurants within walking distance, which saves a drive at dinner. The Buddy Holly Center downtown makes an easy outing. It scores 8.2 from 365 reviews, a fair result for a straightforward chain hotel.

372 reviews

A dependable medical-district base near Texas Tech

Why guests love it

Best Western Plus Tech Medical Center Inn is a simple hotel for a family spending a few days in Lubbock, with a complimentary breakfast, free WiFi throughout and a 24-hour front desk. Some rooms have a seating area, useful when children need their own corner. The airport is about 11 km away and pets are accepted. I see no pool listed, so it suits short practical stays more than holidays. It scores 8.2 from 372 reviews.

234 reviews

Water sports facilities alongside the indoor pool

Why guests love it

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lubbock West has an indoor pool and a hot tub that children can use in any season, and the property also lists water sports facilities. A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, there is a sun terrace and a fitness centre, and WiFi is free. Rooms are air-conditioned. The 8.2 score from 234 reviews is solid for a west Lubbock chain hotel, and I would book it mainly for the indoor pool.

90 reviews

Kitchenette suites near the university, breakfast included

Why guests love it

Home2 Suites Lubbock University equips every room with a sofa bed, a refrigerator, a microwave and a dishwasher, which makes it practical for a family that wants to cook simple meals. A continental breakfast is served, and the outdoor pool and terrace cover the afternoons. Its university-area location suits a Texas Tech visit. With an 8.2 score from 90 reviews, I would book it for a stay of several nights rather than a single stop.

1,186 reviews

Freeway-adjacent kitchenette suites near Joyland

Why guests love it

A kitchenette in every room helps families keep costs and routines under control at this Hawthorn Suites, just off the Marsha Sharp Freeway and 5 miles from downtown Lubbock. A hot buffet breakfast is served daily, and the heated indoor pool, overlooked by the fitness centre, is a good way to end the day with children. Rooms have free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV. Guests rate it 8.2 out of 10 from 1,186 reviews, and I would book it for a longer stay.

207 reviews

Balcony family rooms with live music some nights

Why guests love it

Doubletree by Hilton Lubbock - University Area has family rooms with balconies and sofa beds, which gives children a little more space than a standard room. The indoor pool works in any season, and the restaurant, bar and coffee shop on site save a drive for meals. There is also a fitness centre, a lounge and an outdoor seating area, and WiFi is free. It scores 8.1 from 207 reviews, a fair result for the university area.

742 reviews

Ground-floor pet-friendly rooms with a kids' pool

Why guests love it

La Quinta by Wyndham Lubbock South has something families with toddlers will notice: a kids' pool next to the indoor pool, for young children who are not ready for deeper water. Rooms are air-conditioned with a tea and coffee maker, parking is free on site, and the front desk is open 24 hours. There is also a fitness centre for parents. The 8.1 score from 742 reviews is solid, and I would book it first for families with small children.

497 reviews

Downtown pool stay across from the Civic Center

Why guests love it

Staying here worked well for an evening at Buddy Holly Hall, since the walk over took less than ten minutes and parking never became an issue. The indoor pool kept the kids busy the next morning while packing up, and the coffee maker in the room meant an early start without hunting for a downtown cafe. It is not a fancy hotel, but the location does the heavy lifting for anyone with a downtown Lubbock evening planned.

37 reviews

Full kitchens and a hot tub for longer family stays

Why guests love it

TownePlace Suites Lubbock gives a family a well-equipped kitchen and a separate living area in each room, useful for a longer stay. A hot breakfast is served each morning, the outdoor pool and hot tub fill the evenings, and free coffee waits in the lobby. The fitness centre is open around the clock. The 8.0 score comes from only 37 reviews, so I see it as promising but still little tested.

1,073 reviews

A dedicated wellness centre on the southwest side

Why guests love it

Wingate by Wyndham Lubbock stands out among southwest Lubbock chain hotels for its spa and wellness centre and its indoor pool, which children can use whatever the West Texas weather. Family rooms, free WiFi and a fitness centre complete the picture. Private check-in and a 24-hour front desk make a late arrival after a long drive easier. The 7.9 score from 1,073 reviews is decent, and I would book it mainly for the pool and the wellness area.

94 reviews

Saltwater pool with interconnected family rooms

Why guests love it

Fairfield Inn & Suites Lubbock Southwest offers interconnected rooms and sofa beds, useful when a larger family wants to stay close together. A saltwater pool, a garden and a terrace give children space outdoors, and a washing machine helps on a longer trip. Rooms include streaming services for a quiet evening in, and there is a fitness centre. The 7.8 score from 94 reviews is modest, so I would book it for the layout more than the polish.

217 reviews

Straightforward southwest stay with a pool and bikes

Why guests love it

Tru by Hilton Lubbock Southwest is a simple, budget-minded hotel, and for families it covers the essentials: an outdoor pool, a complimentary American buffet breakfast each morning and free bicycles for older children. Rooms are air-conditioned with a work desk and free WiFi, and there is a fitness room. The 7.6 score from 217 reviews suggests a practical stay rather than a memorable one, so I would book it for a night or two.