By the time I arrived in Dallas for my layover after an early morning flight, I was already exhausted. I couldn't wait to wind down in a private room and take a break during my busy travel day.

So, I reserved one hour in a private suite. The reservation normally costs $65, but I received the first hour free of charge through my Priority Pass membership.

Upon arrival, I was promptly shown to my suite.

Most Minute Suites are just over 50 square feet, and there are plenty of amenities packed into the small space, like a daybed, desk, and TV.

The room's daybed was ideal for a brief rest — albeit not as plush as a standard hotel bed — and the desk was a useful space where I could get some work done before my flight.

I appreciated the space's special touches, such as the sound-masking device, which blocked enough noise to make me forget I was in an airport.

The room also came with several varieties of snacks and drinks that were available for purchase.

I could've paid an extra $20 to use the space's showers, but the cost seemed a bit too high to justify during my short reservation.

My hourlong rental passed by quickly, and I left the suite feeling refreshed and ready for my next flight. The private room gave me a much-needed break from the busy terminal outside.

However, I found the price somewhat high since I was alone, and Minute Suites are priced by the room and not per person

At $65 for the first hour, I'm not sure a short reservation was worth the cost as a solo traveler. If I were with friends or family, this rental's cost would be easier to justify.

Nonetheless, I see the appeal of renting a suite on an overnight layover. An eight-hour rental, for instance, runs $215. Given that the suite is directly in the airport and post-security, there's no doubt it's convenient for an overnight stay.

In addition, booking a Minute Suites space could be the ultimate travel hack for families with young children. There's no need to chase kids around a crowded terminal — the private room provides space for them to nap, watch a movie, and wind down before a flight.

I appreciated the privacy of Minute Suites, but ultimately missed the amenities offered in an airport lounge.

When I fly, I love stopping by a lounge for a complimentary meal and pre-flight drink, whether an espresso martini, gelato, or made-to-order pasta.

Minute Suites only has snacks and drinks that can be purchased. The lack of an included shower was a downside, too. Not all airport lounges offer free-to-use showers, but it's an amenity I frequently seek out when flying internationally.

Lastly, I prefer the pricing structure of airport lounges over the hourly rates at Minute Suites. For example, United Airlines' United Club offers single-use passes for $59 that provide lounge access for three hours before your first flight or your entire layover during a connection.

I can spend a lot more time in an airport lounge for roughly the same price as an hour at Minute Suites.

Even so, I'm not opposed to trying Minute Suites again. If I ever found myself stuck in an airport overnight, a private room would almost certainly be priceless.

Nine times out of 10, though, I'd probably choose an airport lounge instead for the best value.