1220 S Congress Ave,
Austin,
Texas,
United States,
78704,
Texas
Rooms & Accommodations
The Austin Motel offers spacious double rooms with air conditioning, heating, and a private bathroom featuring a bath or shower. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, a desk with chair, telephone, and refrigerator. Bath amenities include everyday Coconut products by Alaffia.
Dining & Bars
A courtyard features a walk-up bar serving shareable bites, beers, and cocktails. The drink menu includes daily juices with optional alcohol add-ins. Rocky's hosts the monthly Almuerzo Club brunch with Latin music, tacos, and cocktails.
Pool & Recreation
Guests can use both indoor and outdoor swimming pools open until 10 PM. Pool passes are available for non-guests. Weekly events include YeeHawties Honky Tonk Pool Party with DJ, Float Films poolside movies, and Perreo Club music events.
Location & Access
The historic Austin Motel sits just south of the Colorado River and Downtown Austin, within walking distance of the Congress Avenue Bat Bridge. Nearby landmarks include the I Love You So Much Mural (300m), Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park (1km), and easy access to Austin's hike and bike trails connecting to Zilker Park and Barton Springs Pool.
Services & Amenities
The property offers complimentary breakfast for groups. The Embassy BusinessLink Business Center provides 24/7 access to WiFi, printing, and fax services. A 24-hour fitness center features cardio equipment and weight-training options. The gift shop sells curated selections including clothing from independent designers and handmade jewelry.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable 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
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Location
1220 S Congress Ave,
Austin,
Texas,
United States,
78704,
Texas
Map view
1220 S Congress Ave,
Austin,
Texas,
United States,
78704,
Texas
City landmarks
Public Building
State Capitol vista
1.6
mi
Bridge
Congress Avenue Bridge
4700 ft
Convention Centre
Austin Convention Center
1.2
mi
Landmark
The Driskill
1.3
mi
Landmark
South Congress Avenue
2600 ft
Museum
Bullock Texas State History Museum
2.0
mi
Landmark
Greetings From Austin Mural
3600 ft
Landmark
Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue
4800 ft
Park
Auditorium Shores at Town Lake Metropolitan Park
3700 ft
Landmark
Zilker Metropolitan Park
1.8
mi
Museum
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum
1.3
mi
Landmark
Town Lake
1.2
mi
Landmark
6th Street
1.3
mi
Museum
French Legation Museum
1.5
mi
Landmark
Willie Nelson Statue
4900 ft
Landmark
Barton Springs Pool
1.5
mi
Garden
Zilker Botanical Garden
1.8
mi
Park
Disch Field
1.0
mi
Bridge
South Lamar Boulevard
1.1
mi
Landmark
O Henry Museum
1.3
mi
Museum
Museum of the Weird
1.4
mi
Park
Barton Springs Municipal Pool
1.6
mi
Landmark
Wild About Music
1.2
mi
Park
Little Stacy Neighborhood Park
2300 ft
Nearby
1300 S Congress Ave
I Love You So Much Mural
400 ft
1600 S Congress Ave
SoCo District
1600 ft
1101 S Congress Ave
Sfanthor House of Wax
600 ft
1510 S Congress Ave
Yard Dog
1300 ft
Store
STAG Provisions For Men
1300 ft
1603 South Congress Avenue
Sunroom
1700 ft
Restaurants
Burro Cheese Kitchen
600 ft
1221 S Congress Ave
Jo's Coffee
500 ft
1300 South Congress Avenue
Home Slice Pizza
1200 ft
1415 South Congress Avenue
Ms. P's Electric Cock Chicken
500 ft
1101 S Congress Ave
Tom's
900 ft
1401 S Congress Ave Inside Tom's Shoes
Hey Cupcake
1300 ft
1511 South Congress Avenue
Torchy's Tacos
3100 ft
1311 South 1st Street
Manana
1800 ft
1603 S Congress Ave South Congress Hotel
Freebirds World Burrito
2100 ft
515 South Congress Avenue
Holy Cacao
3100 ft
1311 S 1st St
ThunderCloud Subs
2800 ft
201 East Riverside Drive
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
9.1
9.1/10 based on 208 reviews
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.
Facilities
The hotel's facilities were hip, and the commercial services provided were great, with a lovely welcoming drink offered.
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