- Type: Motels
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NileGuide Expert Says:
This historic motor inn turned quirky Austin landmark features various wallpaper themes in each of the 41 rooms.
Description:
This establishment, the best lodging bargain on South Congress, is one of the old motels that was built when this was the main road to San Antonio. Built in 1938, it has been in the hands of the same family since the 1950s. A convenient (but not quiet) location in the heart of SoCo and great rates makes this place very popular. It has a classic kidney-shaped pool, a great neon sign, free HBO, free coffee in the lobby, and a certain quirkiness that's part of the local charm. It also has one of those rarities: real single rooms, so those traveling on their own don't have to pay for a bed they're not sleeping in. All rooms are different, many decorated with murals. For instance, room 257 has a cactus mural. You can check out pictures of the rooms before you make a reservation by going to the website.
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User Reviews for Austin Motel
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Heart of Austin
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This was our first trip to Austin and everyone said we had to stay here. We booked 5 nights and lucky enough to get the last room available. I would suggest booking well in advance....
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- posted on 05.23.12
- by JacW941
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Great value, great hotel
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All you need to know: 1) Great location near cool bars, food and coffee shops with a bus stop across the street to take you downtown or to any attraction for just $1 ($2 for day pass) ...
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- posted on 05.22.12
- by PoppyCottonwood
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Great Location- GOOD
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We stayed here for 3 nights. It's an older motel and def. not posh, but still clean and has everything u need. Our room (King) did not have any dressers, the a/c unit was loud,...
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- posted on 05.18.12
- by r0sie1977
Awards:
CitySearch
- Budget Hotel 2006 – Audience Winner
- Budget Hotel 2007 – Audience Winner
- Budget Hotel 2006 – Editorial Winner
- Budget Hotel 2007 – Editorial Winner
- Tourist Hotel 2006 – Editorial Winner
Frommer's
- Recommended 2010
Other features:
Next door you will find local favorite El Sol Y La Luna, a tasty Mexican restaurant.
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: +1 512 441 1157
- fax: +1 512 441 1157
- send email
Address:
- 1220 South Congress Avenue
- Austin, TX 78704
Neighborhood:
South AustinOther resources:
- Y! Travel: Austin Motel
Amenities:
- air-conditioning
- bar
- business-facilities
- non-smoking
- parking
- pets-allowed
- restaurant
- swimming-pool
- tv-in-room
- whirlpool
Payments:
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