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South Congress Hotel

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges

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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony
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Coffee shop
Room (Monroe) | Living area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$587
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

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1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78704
  • Place, Austin Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Zilker Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas State Capitol
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Congress) | Living room

Room (Congress)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Bouldin)

Room (Bouldin)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Bunkroom) | Living area

Room (Bunkroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Room (River City)

Room (River City)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony

Premier Room, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Poolside | Balcony

Room, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Monroe) | Living area

Room (Monroe)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Milton)

Room (Milton)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room (Heights)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Austin

A luxury stay in Austin awaits you at South Congress Hotel. You'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Austin Convention Center. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and an outdoor swimming pool. .The café, Cafe No Se, serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own poolside bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 2400 square feet (223 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include coworking space. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class South Congress hotel, you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Governor's Mansion and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Texas State Capitol.

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Zilker Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Texas State Capitol - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Martin Luther King Jr Station - 8 min drive
  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Slice Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jo's Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Güero's Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hopdoddy Burger Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

South Congress Hotel

Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and bars/lounges
South Congress Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include 3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2400 square feet (223 square metres) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury South Congress Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Austin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 2400 sq ft of conference space
  • 223 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
South Congress Hotel offers 83 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 48.71 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 48.71 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 12 to 25 per person
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe No Se
  • Maie Day
  • Manana
  • Otoko

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,400 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Late-night room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 32.76 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12 to 25 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 48.71 per night
  • Valet parking fee: USD 48.71 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

South Congress Hotel
South Congress Hotel Hotel
South Congress Hotel Austin
South Congress Hotel Hotel Austin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at South Congress Hotel?

South Congress Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at South Congress Hotel?

As of 29 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Congress Hotel on 30 Oct 2025 start from NZ$529.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at South Congress Hotel?

Yep, South Congress Hotel has a covered self car park for USD 48.71 per night.

Does South Congress Hotel have a pool?

South Congress Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at South Congress Hotel?

South Congress Hotel features an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and 3 bars. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds, premium bedding and late-night room service.

What makes South Congress Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at South Congress Hotel.

Is South Congress Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that South Congress Hotel is a hit with families.

Does South Congress Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at South Congress Hotel?

No, South Congress Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at South Congress Hotel?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at South Congress Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at South Congress Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at South Congress Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Reviews

South Congress Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 711 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 711 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 711 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 711 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 711 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauryn

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

magical stay!

all the staff were awesome! friendly and fun, great travel advice. we needed some extra assistance and received it in plus! Andy at front desk was a delight Ashley at the bar was an alchemist making cocktails and made our evening a hoot! The young woman at the pool was great as well’
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura A

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel. Great customer service and perfect location! Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Houston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy parking. Convenient location in Austin. Didn’t like the lighting in the room, especially the bathroom, where the lighting is all on one side of the face. No handle bars in the shower. Note that the water is very soft.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marysol

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna M.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities like restaurants, bars, pool, location. Rooms are big and nice. Staff was attentive and helpful. Love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Clement

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raynard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Dominique, Eunice

Travelled with family
Pictures are not representative of hotel condition.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Anniversary

Our 30th Anniversary Trip! Thank you to the staff and everyone that made this a perfect trip!! We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Redmond

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edmund

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is beautiful and the room was very spacious and stylish. However, the toilet didn’t work properly and the room and the bathroom, in particular, are not well lit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Burton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at South Congress Hotel was wonderful. The rooms were beautiful and the service was excellent. The location is unbeatable. I will be back for another staycation!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at this hotel. Everything is immaculate. The staff is super friendly plenty of places to go eat especially the Italian restaurant right in front of the hotel across the street plenty of shopping to do around and the parking is free.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful Boutique Hotel with lovely staff. The area is perfect for walking shopping and dining. The room was a great size and had a great view of the pool area. Zero complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025