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Hotel Overview

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

Austin Motel - Historic South Austin hotel near bat bridge

The historic Austin Motel is located in South Austin, an expansive district of leafy residential suburbs and green spaces. The property sits walking distance to the famous bat bridge and just south of the Colorado River and Downtown. Guests have access to indoor and outdoor swimming pools, with the pool closing at 10 PM. The motel is surrounded by some of the city's most interesting dining, nightlife and shopping. A courtyard features a walk-up bar serving shareable bites, beers and cocktails. The property offers complimentary breakfast for groups. Everyone who has owned this property has been personally involved with building and maintaining it.

Additional perks of the hotel

24-hour fitness center with cardio equipment and weight-training options

Embassy BusinessLink(TM) Business Centers with 24/7 access to WiFi, printing, and faxing

Meeting and conference spaces with planning tools

Curated gift shop selections featuring the best of Austin Motel from home

Daily pool passes available for purchase from 11 AM to 10 PM

Guest Rooms

The spacious double room offers air conditioning, heating, and a private bathroom with a bath or shower and hairdryer. This room features a flat-screen TV, desk with chair, and telephone. A refrigerator is included. The room provides everyday Coconut bath amenities by Alaffia. The unit offers 1 bed.

Other conveniences

Garden furniture

Flat-screen TV

Telephone

Refrigerator

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

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

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
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
Garden furniture

Hotel Location

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

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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

Landmark

The Driskill

2.1 km

Landmark

South Congress Avenue

790 m

Museum

Bullock Texas State History Museum

3.3 km

Landmark

Greetings From Austin Mural

1.1 km

Landmark

Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue

1.5 km

Park

Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park

1.1 km

Landmark

Zilker Metropolitan Park

2.8 km

Museum

Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum

2.1 km

Landmark

Town Lake

2.0 km

Landmark

6th Street

2.1 km

Museum

French Legation Museum

2.3 km

Landmark

Willie Nelson Statue

1.5 km

Landmark

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

Landmark

O Henry Museum

2.1 km

Museum

Museum of the Weird

2.3 km

Park

Barton Springs Municipal Pool

2.5 km

Landmark

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

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

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.