Medical Lodging in Dallas, TX — Patient & Family Housing Near Hospitals
Dallas is home to UT Southwestern Medical Center (an NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center), Baylor University Medical Center, Parkland Memorial Hospital, and Children's Medical Center Dallas. Whether you're traveling for cancer treatment, transplant surgery, trauma care, or pediatric specialty care, this guide covers every lodging option — from free housing programs and low-cost charity rooms to medical-rate hotels and furnished apartments near your hospital.
The Dallas Medical District concentrates three major hospitals — UTSW, Parkland, and Children's — within a two-mile stretch along Harry Hines Blvd, making it easy to find patient housing that serves multiple facilities. Baylor sits six miles east in the Deep Ellum area with its own cluster of lodging options. Below you'll find hospital-specific guides, lodging distance zones, and cost comparisons to help you choose the best fit for your treatment timeline and budget.
Find lodging by hospital
UT Southwestern Medical Center
NCICancer, neurology, transplant — NCI designated
View lodging options →Baylor University Medical Center
Transplant, cardiology, oncology
View lodging options →Parkland Memorial Hospital
Level I trauma center, public safety-net hospital
View lodging options →Children's Medical Center Dallas
Pediatric — ranked among top U.S. children's hospitals
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Dallas medical lodging zones by distance
Understanding distances between Dallas hospitals and lodging clusters helps you pick the right area. Here are the two main zones for patient housing in Dallas.
Medical District Zone
Hotels and apartments along Harry Hines Blvd, Medical District Dr, and near Love Field.
- UT Southwestern: 0.5–2 miles
- Parkland Memorial: 0.5–2 miles
- Children's Medical Center: 0.5–2 miles
- Baylor Dallas: 6–7 miles east
East Dallas / Baylor Zone
Hotels and lodging along Gaston Ave, Deep Ellum, and the Lakewood neighborhood.
- Baylor Dallas: Walking distance to 2 miles
- Hope Lodge Dallas: Adjacent to Baylor campus
- UT Southwestern: 6–7 miles west
- Parkland Memorial: 6–7 miles west
Key patient housing highlights in Dallas
Dallas offers several patient-lodging programs across the medical district. Here's a quick look at the key options.
Hope Lodge Dallas
Free- 50 rooms — free, ACS-run
- Adult cancer patients, 40+ miles from facility
- Social worker referral required
- Communal kitchen, free laundry, free parking
Ronald McDonald House Dallas
Pediatric only- 77 bedrooms + 6 transplant apartments
- Pediatric patients only
- $10–25/night suggested donation
- Meals provided, free laundry, hospital shuttle
Ark House Dallas
- ~$28–30/night (any diagnosis)
- Social worker referral required
- Furnished private apartments in Richardson
- Only verified Dallas program accepting any diagnosis
Hotels with medical rates
- Joe's House — negotiated rates $89–180/night
- Marriott, Hilton, and Sonesta near campus
- Ask your hospital social worker for partner hotels
Resource guides
Free Patient Housing
Every free and low-cost lodging program in Texas
TX Hotel Tax Exemption
Save up to 15% in Dallas on stays of 30+ days
Financial Assistance
Grants, IRS deductions, and charity programs
Social Worker Resources
Printable reference for hospital social workers
Frequently asked questions about medical lodging in Dallas
What free lodging is available near Dallas hospitals?
Hope Lodge Dallas provides 50 free rooms for adult cancer patients through the American Cancer Society. A social worker referral is required, and patients must live 40+ miles from the treatment facility. Ronald McDonald House Dallas has 77 bedrooms and 6 transplant apartments for families of pediatric patients — the suggested donation is $10–25 per night, but no family is ever turned away for inability to pay.
How much does patient lodging cost near UT Southwestern?
Costs range from free to around $200 per night. Hope Lodge Dallas is completely free for eligible cancer patients. Ark House Dallas offers furnished apartments at ~$28–30/night for any diagnosis with a social worker referral. Hotels with UTSW medical rates run $60–180 per night. Furnished apartments for stays of 30+ days qualify for the Texas hotel tax exemption, saving approximately 15% on total costs.
Does UT Southwestern have patient housing?
No. UT Southwestern does not operate dedicated patient housing. The Southwestern Medical Park Apartments near campus are reserved for students and faculty only — patients are not eligible. For lodging assistance, contact UTSW Guest and Patient Services at (214) 633-4700 or the oncology social work team at (469) 852-0270.
Can I save on hotel taxes during a long medical stay in Dallas?
Yes. Texas law exempts guests from the state and local hotel occupancy tax for stays of 30 consecutive days or longer at the same property. In Dallas, the combined hotel tax rate is approximately 15% (lower than Houston's 17%). On a $100/night room over 30 days, that's roughly $450 saved. This applies to hotels, extended-stay properties, and furnished apartments.
Which Dallas hospitals are in the Medical District and how far apart are they?
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Parkland Memorial Hospital, and Children's Medical Center Dallas are all located within the Dallas Medical District along Harry Hines Blvd — within 1–2 miles of each other. Lodging near any one of these hospitals works for all three. Baylor University Medical Center is in East Dallas (near Deep Ellum), about 6 miles east of the Medical District. Hope Lodge Dallas is on the Baylor campus but serves patients at all Dallas-area hospitals.
Reviewed by RelocateMeTX Editorial Team
Content verified March 2026. Relocation information on this page has been reviewed for accuracy. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional financial, legal, or medical advice.