Title: Universal Apartment at East Downtown - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=70408759&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Universal Apartment at East Downtown Apartment with kitchen, near University of Houston ## Photo gallery for Universal Apartment at East Downtown ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Universal Apartment at East Downtown (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70408800/70408759/66a118c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Universal Apartment at East Downtown (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70408800/70408759/8385505c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Universal Apartment at East Downtown (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70408800/70408759/3415e9ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Universal Apartment at East Downtown (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70408800/70408759/8b6dbd6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Universal Apartment at East Downtown (Houston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70408800/70408759/a30c0401.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in East Downtown Houston, this smart garage apartment offers a private and cozy retreat. With super fast WiFi, keyless entry, and Pacman arcade video games, it's perfect for families or small groups of friends looking for elegant simplicity. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Universal Apartment at East Downtown To be universal is to be appealing to all, this smart garage apartment has universal appeal. Come enjoy this private and cozy habitation. Designed with guests in mind this place has it all; Super fast wifi Keyless entry Pacman arcade video games Brand New everything Beautiful, smart design and much more... This space is perfect for families, small group of friends, co-workers, couples, business travelers, solo nomads or anyone looking for elegant simplicity. NEABY PLACES AND ATTRACTIONS University of Houston / 5 mins, 1.9 miles Rice U / 12 mins, 7 miles Texas Southern University / 9 mins, 3.3 miles Toyota Center / 9 mins, 3.7 miles Discovery Green / 9 mins, 3.9 miles Daikin Park/Shell Energy Stadium / 11 mins, 4.1 miles Medical Center / 9 min, 3.5 miles Museum District/Hermann Park / 10 min, 5.5 miles Hobby Airport / 13 min, 7 miles IAH Airport / 28 mins, 23.2 miles The Galleria / 15 mins, 10.3 miles Houston Zoo / 13 mins, 7 miles NRG Park / 13 mins, 11.5 miles Brothers tacos: 7 mins / 3 miles Nancy’s hustle: 8 mins / 2.4 miles Street to kitchen: 7 mins / 2.4 miles Montrose: 13 mins / 6.1 miles Heights: 15 mins / 9.2 miles ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Streaming services - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109293900/109293803/939eeaf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palmer Hotel Suite Retreat in East Downtown South Central Houston - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number STR-25-000741 ### Property is also known as Universal At East Houston Universal Apartment at East Downtown Houston Universal Apartment at East Downtown Apartment Universal Apartment at East Downtown Apartment Houston ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.72649%2C-95.32820&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7y2LJ9Zf4MWTUCmVD0aq3P1-R9s=) Houston, TX #### What's nearby - Smither Park \- 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Conrad Hilton Archives \- 18 min walk \- 1.6 km - University of Houston \- 20 min walk \- 1.7 km - Fertitta Center \- 2 min drive \- 2.3 km - TDECU Stadium \- 2 min drive \- 2.6 km #### Getting around - Elgin/Third Ward Station - 3 min drive - Houston Station - 12 min drive - Houston William Hobby Airport (HOU) - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cochinita & co. - ‬13 min walk - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Den - ‬3 min drive - ‪Coral Sword - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Flying Dumpling - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Universal Apartment at East Downtown pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Universal Apartment at East Downtown? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Universal Apartment at East Downtown? ### What time is check-out at Universal Apartment at East Downtown? ### Where is Universal Apartment at East Downtown located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Universal Apartment at East Downtown Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 20 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber S. Feb 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Great place for our quick stay! This unit is super cute and super clean! Easy check in and great responsiveness from the management team. I would definitely stay again! ##### Amber S. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### A-Dub Mar 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vibe It was great to stay at such a clean and nice looking property. ##### A-Dub Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan W. Mar 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well kept unit Proximity to UH is excellent. The ##### Dan W. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mandy B. Aug 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### MB Very nice stay. Clean and comfortable. Perfect location to be near campus for college move in. ##### Mandy B. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany O. Dec 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This is the one you’re looking for We went to Houston for a couple days to pick our daughter up from UH for the holidays, and anyone that looks for accommodations around that area knows that it can be rough to determine where to stay. This is the place. This property is very cute and EXTREMELY clean. The proximity to UH is very convenient, and we never felt unsafe in the neighborhood. There were no issues parking our car in the street. Property managers were very communicative and quick to respond to any inquiry we had. All of this is addition to the very reasonable price will definitely bring us back to this property. ##### Tiffany O. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nate T. Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Loved the Pac-Man game! ##### Nate T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lynice s. Aug 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Love it the house was amazing thank you for trusting me with your home ##### lynice s. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard D. Apr 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Richard Very nice place to stay. ##### Richard D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jomekia N. Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very pleasant and clean! Made is feel like we were at home. Whenever we had questions, they were answered promptly. We will most definitely be renting again, because we have to be in Houston a lot. ##### Jomekia N. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice The apartment was very nice and clean. I would recommend this property. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Juan R. Jun 15, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Terrible Management I had requested to book and requested an early check in, which they offer. I gave them a time at which I was showing up and they would not give a clear answer as to if it was done. All I would get back is “we will let you know day of” which should’ve been a red flag. Once there they promised my unit would be a priority for cleaning so I could get that early check in. I did not get an early check in ##### Juan R. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Morgan C. Apr 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### 3 Night Stay My group of four stayed here for a weekend and it was perfect! The great location and super accommodating host made the stay perfect. ##### Morgan C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nate W. Mar 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Very clean! Easily accessible! Great place to stay! ##### Nate W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Darryl G. Sep 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Darryl G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sou B. May 9, 2025 ##### Sou B. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larrieon S. Jan 31, 2025 ##### Larrieon S. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian Z. Oct 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Christian Z. 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