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Hotels near Dallas Love Field

Whether you need a same-night room after a late arrival or want to minimize your door-to-gate time on an early morning flight, DAL has options: no hotel is physically attached to the terminal, but 3 nearby properties run free 24-hour airport shuttles so you are at the curb in minutes. Rates shown are typical starting points — prices change by date and demand.

Are there hotels connected to DAL?

No hotels are connected directly to DAL's terminals. The closest options are a short drive away and all run free 24-hour shuttles — see the table below.

Which hotels near DAL offer free shuttles?

The following properties are within 1.5 miles of DAL and operate complimentary airport shuttles. Call from baggage claim and the van is typically there within 10–15 minutes.

HotelRateDistanceShuttle
Aloft Dallas Love Fieldfrom $110/night0.8 mi✓
Holiday Inn Dallas Market Ctr Love Field by IHGfrom $110/night1.5 mi✓
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dallas Market Ctr Love Fieldfrom $100/night1.0 mi✓

Rates are typical starting points and change by date. A ✓ means a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle — call the hotel from baggage claim before you head outside.

How do I get from DAL to my hotel?

Rideshare: $14–$22 Uber/Lyft to downtown Dallas. Uber and Lyft pick up at the designated rideshare zone on the arrivals/lower level — follow the in-app pin rather than the street signs, as pickup spots at DAL are managed through the apps.

Hotel shuttles: Love Field has no on-site hotel. Aloft is the closest at 1.5 miles with a free on-request shuttle. Love Field is only 6 miles from downtown Dallas, so rideshare is also a practical option for those headed downtown.

How far is DAL from Dallas, TX?

Dallas Love Field (DAL) is approximately 6 miles from Dallas, TX. That translates to roughly 20–40 minutes by car or rideshare, depending on traffic. If you have an early morning flight and want to cut your commute to near-zero, an airport-area hotel with a free shuttle beats the drive in most situations — especially when you factor in parking costs.

For more on ground transport options between DAL and Dallas, TX, including taxis, transit, and the cell-phone waiting lot, see the full DAL getting-around guide.

When is the best time to book hotels near DAL?

Airport hotels near DAL fill fastest around major holidays, long weekends, and large local events — rates can jump 40–80% in the days before high-demand dates. As a general rule, 2–4 weeks in advance gives you a solid range of options at reasonable prices. For summer travel (June through August) and the Thanksgiving/Christmas window, booking 6–8 weeks out is worth the extra planning.

For same-night stays — the kind you need after a diverted or badly delayed flight — airport hotels are typically the fastest to book and closest to the exit. Having the hotel app downloaded before you travel means you can secure a room before you even reach baggage claim. Rates for same-night walk-in bookings are almost always higher than advance reservations.

Midweek nights (Tuesday and Wednesday) at airport hotels near DAL are reliably cheaper than weekend nights — if your itinerary is flexible, shifting an overnight stay by a day or two can save $30–$70 per night.

Quick answers: hotels near DAL

Are there hotels connected to DAL?

No hotels are connected directly to DAL's terminals, but several properties within a short drive offer free 24-hour shuttles.

Which hotels near DAL offer free shuttles?

Aloft Dallas Love Field and Holiday Inn Dallas Market Ctr Love Field by IHG both offer a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle — call from baggage claim and the van is typically there within 10–15 minutes.

How do I get from DAL to my hotel?

$14–$22 Uber/Lyft to downtown Dallas. Love Field has no on-site hotel. Aloft is the closest at 1.5 miles with a free on-request shuttle. Love Field is only 6 miles from downtown Dallas, so rideshare is also a practical option for those headed downtown.

How far is DAL from Dallas, TX?

Dallas Love Field (DAL) is about 6 miles from Dallas, TX. Driving typically takes 20–45 minutes depending on traffic; rideshare is the most flexible option for short trips downtown.

When is the best time to book hotels near DAL?

Airport hotels near DAL book fast around holidays and major events — aim to reserve at least 2–4 weeks in advance for the best rates. For the same-night stays that often follow a delayed or diverted flight, rates spike; having a few options bookmarked in advance helps.

Plan your hotel night around your flight

Use the Leave-By calculator to find the exact time you need to leave the hotel — folding in the DAL security wait, your shuttle time, and a buffer to your gate.

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