In the vibrant heart of Austin, Austin Motel offers a retro-chic retreat with 2 lively bars and a restaurant. Unwind in the garden or by the outdoor pool, indulge in coffee/tea in the lobby, and explore nearby South Congress Avenue.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive
Austin Station - 12 min drive
Downtown Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Home Slice Pizza - 4 min walk
Joann's Fine Foods
Jo's Coffee - 1 min walk
Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar
Two Hands - 3 min walk
About this property
Austin Motel
Austin Motel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of South Congress Avenue and Lady Bird Lake. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Also, Sixth Street and Moody Theater are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
41 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry service
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Local maps
Special features
Dining
Joann's Fine Foods – On-site diner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Poolside Bar – On-site bar. Open selected days.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Service fee: USD 1.76 per accommodation, per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Austin Motel Motel
Austin Motel Austin
Austin Motel Motel Austin
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Austin Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Austin Motel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Austin Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Austin Motel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Austin Motel and nearby?
Austin Motel has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Austin Motel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Joann's Fine Foods.
What's the area around Austin Motel like?
Austin Motel is in South Congress, a short 1-minute walk from South Congress Avenue and 13 minutes' walk from Lady Bird Lake. The local area is considered walkable, as well as being good for shopping.
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Austin Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Free parking was a convenient and highly appreciated amenity for guests. (10 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2025
Best location!
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jun 2025
Great stay in a nostalgic place
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Jul 2025
Beautiful property and amazing staff.
Joao
Joao, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Aug 2025
Walkable SoCo,Classic Austin Motel Features.
Vincent
Vincent, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Jun 2025
Always a great stay at Austin Motel. Staff goes above and beyond, location and amenities are top notch.
Kahlina
Kahlina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 May 2025
Amazing property, pool was lovely, so close to many restaurants. Stay here at least a night or two.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 May 2025
Cute place to stay. It was great being able to walk to restaurants and shops. I would definitely stay here again!
April
April, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 May 2025
Super cute retro place in an awesome area!
Bruce
Bruce, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
5 Jul 2025
The retro decor was cool, but the room was real basic. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Although we didn’t get to use it, the pool and pool bar was really cool. The proximity to shopping, dining and entertainment district on S. Congress can’t be beat. Would definitely stay there again
Chance
Chance, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 May 2025
Great place to stay in Austin! Loved the decore and atmosphere. It isnt a "new" property but has been kept up very well.
mitchell
mitchell, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 May 2025
Great, quirky little property in the middle of South Congress St. Great shopping, restaurants, and bars within steps of the motel. Rooms are large and comfortable. Pool area is really cute with a great bar!
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jun 2025
This is an iconic Austin motel. Update it with funky rooms lots of cool things near and around the motel. The pool is great with an outdoor bar. Great, bartender, staff very friendly. I've been there many times and this was one of my best days.
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Apr 2025
The hospitality is exemplary. The location is great. The on-site restaurant is fun. Overall a wonderful spot.
Margaret
Margaret, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Feb 2025
Absolutely loved the decor and location of this motel! So many food options nearby, and loved the quirkiness of the hotel.
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jun 2025
Love it
Christy
Christy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Mar 2025
The perfect place to stay in Austin! Awesome property and staff! So close to everything! We cannot wait to go back!
Cara
Cara, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Apr 2025
Staff was great! Fun property!
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Jun 2025
They have thought of everything (except for black out curtains)! Walk to fabulous restaurants and shopping!
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Apr 2025
Iconic Austin stay! Even though there was a private event booked for the pool, we were accommodated at their sister hotel, Hotel San Jose, which was an also an amazing experience!
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Jan 2025
Always enjoy my stays here. Close to everything and good price.
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Mar 2025
Adorable, fun retro motel in the heart of Austin. Can't wait to come back and stay longer!
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Mar 2025
Great last minute find, swapped from downtown to south congress and glad we did, parking was easy and outside the room and the room was cute!
Georgia
Georgia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jul 2025
The staff is fabulous. They're beyond friendly, helpful and kind. The tv in my room was showing its age, and didn't work with my firestick that I always use when traveling, but the cable worked and the wifi was strong. I was really looking forward to using the pool but the weather had other plans. There's an ice machine but I didn't see any beverage machines, so keep that in mind. I loved my stay!
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Apr 2025
Worth it for the location alone. Bring your own toothpaste, soap, etc. because it isn’t in the rooms, but the bed is super comfy and we found it to be very pleasant.
Dale
Dale, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Feb 2025
Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean and conveniently located around lots of restaurants and shopping. Great environment.