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About the Hotel

1220 S Congress Ave, Austin, Texas, United States, 78704

Austin Motel, rated 8.9/10 on Booking.com, features a unique blend of retro charm and modern amenities in South Austin. This three-star hotel includes an outdoor pool, a pool bar, and complimentary WiFi, making it a suitable option for travelers seeking both comfort and location.

Rooms & Amenities

Guest rooms at Austin Motel offer air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. The spacious double rooms are designed for convenience, featuring either a bath or shower and complimentary toiletries.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include a poolside bar serving cocktails and snacks. Nearby restaurants such as Burro Cheese Kitchen and Hopdoddy Burger Bar, which are within a 0.3 miles radius, provide diverse culinary experiences.

Leisure & Events

Leisure facilities at Austin Motel include an outdoor swimming pool, which is open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM. The hotel also offers daily pool passes for non-guests, accommodating visitors looking to enjoy the pool area and courtyard.

Location & Transportation

Austin Motel is well-situated for exploring notable attractions like the Congress Avenue Bridge, just 1 miles away, and the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, 1 miles from the property. Public transportation options such as the Congress and Riverside bus stop are a 9-minute walk, making it accessible for guests wanting to explore the area.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Small Double Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Queen Room Two Queen Beds

Max:

4 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Austin 1.7 km

Airports

Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) 16.7 km

Killeen-Fort Hood Regional (GRK) 113.9 km

Train

Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train 2.3 km

Train100 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Refreshing Pool!

“The pool was an absolute delight, especially on a scorching hot day. The addition of the pool bar made our time there even more enjoyable!” view full review

Delicious Eats!

“The restaurant attached to the motel served wonderful food that really enhanced our stay. Every meal was a treat!” view full review

Comfy & Retro!

“The room was not only stylish with a fun retro vibe but also super comfortable, making it a perfect retreat after a busy day.” view full review

Thoughtful Amenities!

“The availability of robes in the room added a lovely touch, making it feel luxurious and cozy during our stay.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Electric vehicle charging station

Services

Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

1220 S Congress Ave, Austin, Texas, United States, 78704

Map view

1220 S Congress Ave, Austin, Texas, United States, 78704

City landmarks

Public Building

State Capitol vista

2.6 km

Bridge

Congress Avenue Bridge

1.4 km

Convention Centre

Austin Convention Center

1.9 km

604 Brazos St

The Driskill

2.1 km

South Congress Ave

South Congress Avenue

790 m

Museum

Bullock Texas State History Museum

3.3 km

1720 S 1st St

Greetings From Austin Mural

1.1 km

Riverside Drive & South First Street Adjacent to Auditorium Shores

Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue

1.5 km

Park

Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

1.1 km

2100 Barton Springs Rd

Zilker Metropolitan Park

2.8 km

Museum

Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum

2.1 km

Interstate 35 Mopac Bridge

Town Lake

2.0 km

115 E 6th St

6th Street

2.1 km

Museum

French Legation Museum

2.3 km

310 West Willie Nelson Boulevard

Willie Nelson Statue

1.5 km

2201 Barton Springs Rd Zilker Park

Barton Springs Pool

2.5 km

Garden

Zilker Botanical Garden

2.9 km

Park

Disch Field

1.6 km

Bridge

South Lamar Boulevard

1.7 km

409 E 5th St

O Henry Museum

2.1 km

Museum

Museum of the Weird

2.3 km

Park

Barton Springs Municipal Pool

2.5 km

615 Congress Ave

Wild About Music

2.0 km

Park

Little Stacy Neighborhood Park

680 m

Nearby

1300 S Congress Ave

I Love You So Much Mural

110 m

1600 S Congress Ave

SoCo District

480 m

1101 S Congress Ave

Sfanthor House of Wax

170 m

1510 S Congress Ave

Yard Dog

390 m

Store

STAG Provisions For Men

370 m

1603 South Congress Avenue

Sunroom

510 m

Restaurants

Burro Cheese Kitchen

180 m

1221 S Congress Ave

Jo's Coffee

140 m

1300 South Congress Avenue

Home Slice Pizza

340 m

1415 South Congress Avenue

Ms. P's Electric Cock Chicken

140 m

1101 S Congress Ave

Tom's

250 m

1401 S Congress Ave Inside Tom's Shoes

Hey Cupcake

390 m

1511 South Congress Avenue

Torchy's Tacos

930 m

1311 South 1st Street

Manana

540 m

1603 S Congress Ave South Congress Hotel

Freebirds World Burrito

620 m

515 South Congress Avenue

Holy Cacao

920 m

1311 S 1st St

ThunderCloud Subs

840 m

201 East Riverside Drive

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

6.4

Location

8.6

Service

8.6

Dining

8.4

Jack

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers a mix of positives and negatives. While the rooms are more basic than advertised and starting to show wear without the charm of faded grandeur, the service is delightful, with quick and helpful staff. The location is a highlight, right in the heart of South Congress with plenty of dining and shopping options, though the room rates are on the higher side for the experience.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, though sparse and somewhat care-worn, were satisfactory. Could benefit from a touch of warmth like an area rug.

Service

9.0

The staff was very cute and friendly, making our stay enjoyable. Quick to assist with our requests.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't be better, right in the middle of South Congress with all the attractions within walking distance. A vibrant and fun area to stay.

Dining

8.0

Tasted fantastic dishes during lunch at Joann's. Organic products were a highlight.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, though nothing extraordinary was noted. Good but not outstanding.

Hugh

United States, February 2024

7.6/10

Staying at this hotel was quite a mixed experience. The room was comfortable and quiet, but the lack of decoration was a downside. The service was helpful but not consistently excellent. The location was great with easy access to key attractions. The dining was enjoyable, with delicious options available. Overall, a decent stay with a few areas that could be improved.

Rooms

7.0

The room was comfy and pretty quiet, although it was pretty bare without much decoration.

Service

7.0

The service was helpful and generally good, but some improvements could be made for consistency.

Location

9.0

The location was fabulous, close to key spots in the area and within walking distance of favorite destinations.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was fantastic, especially at Joann's for lunch.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but improvements could be made to enhance the overall experience.

Richard

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.0/10

I stayed at the hotel in an iconic americana motel, which had a mixed experience. The location was ideal, surrounded by cool cafes, restaurants, and shops on South Congress Ave, making it convenient to explore the area. The service was excellent and accommodating, and the dining options were fantastic. However, my room, located on the lower level and facing the courtyard, wasn't as clean as expected, and it had a sloped floor. The value for money was reasonable.

Rooms

6.0

My room on the lower level facing the courtyard wasn't particularly clean and had a sloped floor.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent and accommodating, with very friendly staff.

Location

8.0

The location is perfect with numerous restaurants and shops nearby in the BEST neighborhood in Austin.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience at Joann's was fantastic, and the food was delicious.

Facilities

8.0

I enjoyed the various amenities offered by the iconic american. The motel has a lot to offer in terms of facilities.

Shawn

United States, October 2023

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positive and negative aspects. It's located in a vibrant area with many cafes and shops, but the noise from the busy street and construction was quite bothersome. The rooms, although not very spacious and starting to show signs of wear, were clean, and the service was top-notch. The dining experience was fantastic, but the facilities were a bit lacking.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although a bit care-worn, were clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent and accommodating.

Location

6.0

The hotel is right in the heart of South Congress, offering convenient access to cafes and shops but can be noisy due to the nearby street traffic and construction.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience at Joann's was fantastic, with delicious options for lunch.

Facilities

The facilities were a bit lacking compared to other aspects of the stay.

Walt

United States, September 2023

8.2/10

The hotel's location is fantastic, right in the heart of South Congress with convenient access to local hotspots. However, the rooms were a bit noisy and appeared more basic than expected. The service was excellent, and there were plenty of food options nearby. The dining experience was fantastic, particularly at Joann's. Overall, the hotel offers a great value for accommodation in the bustling SoCo area.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were small, dark, and very basic, lacking the chic charm I anticipated. Some noise from rooms above was a drawback.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly kind and helpful, with excellent staff and enjoyable pool area.

Location

10.0

The location can't be beat for exploring South Congress, with easy access to all the hotspots in the area.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was delicious, especially at Joann's, offering a fantastic meal. Numerous food options available within a short walk.