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South Congress Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel near Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge

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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony
Exterior
Room (Monroe) | Living area | LED TV
Cafe
Terrace/patio
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Map
1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78704
  • Popular LocationSouth Congress Avenue1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAustin Convention Center3 min drive
  • Popular LocationZilker Park4 min drive
  • AirportAustin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)12 min drive

Room options

Room (Congress)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Bouldin)

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Bunkroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds

Room (River City)

8.3/10 Very Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, Poolside

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Poolside

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Monroe)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Milton)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Heights)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Austin

South Congress Hotel is located in South Congress, a neighborhood in Austin, and is in the entertainment district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park, while Moody Theater and Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum are cultural highlights. Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and Austin Convention Center are two other places to visit that come recommended.

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 1 min walk
  • Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive
  • Zilker Park - 4 min drive
  • Texas State Capitol - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Home Slice Pizza - 3 min walk
  • Torchy’S Tacos - 4 min walk
  • Joann’s Fine Foods - 6 min walk
  • Perla's - 4 min walk
  • Elizabeth St. Café - 8 min walk

About this property

South Congress Hotel

Upscale hotel near Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
Located close to Austin Convention Center and Governor's Mansion, South Congress Hotel provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and shopping on site. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Californian cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and bike rentals
  • Valet parking (surcharge), an area shuttle, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and 3 meeting rooms
Room features
All 83 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, free infant beds, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 45.00 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free area shuttle

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 12-25 per person
  • 3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe No Se
  • Maie Day
  • Otoko
  • Manana

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bike parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Elevator
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space (2357 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 3

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 available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • LED TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Free newspapers
  • In-room massage
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service

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 available
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
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 32.76 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 12–25 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45.00 per night
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does South Congress Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 23 Jum. I, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Congress Hotel on 23 Jum. II, 2024 start from $248.0, 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 South Congress Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at South Congress Hotel?

Self parking is available for USD 45.00 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 45.00 per night.

What time is check-in at South Congress Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South Congress Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is South Congress Hotel located?

Located in South Congress, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and within 3 mi (5 km) of Austin Convention Center and Governor's Mansion. Texas State Capitol and Zilker Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

South Congress Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayseen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the South Congress for a bachelorette weekend and had the best time. The staff was friendly and the room was comfortable. Enjoyed drinks at the bar and ate a delicious clubhouse poolside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was very nice with plenty of space,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful property in a prime location on South Congress. We have been here many times, and will keep coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property intermeshes with the neighborhood and its vibe seamlessly. Not fussy but comfortable and plenty of good quality amenities to check out.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing- Simone, Taylor, Marni Jo, Pedro, Carson, Alex, Frieda, and Sam. All were very friendly, professional, courteous, kind, informative, approachable, and knowledgeable. The hotel is in walking distance of so many restaurants and cultural sites. The pool is beautiful. The bars are very popular! Thank you for making our stay during the eclipse fantastic I am so grateful for the use of the electric bicycles. Thank you for providing them with helmets.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great bartender
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024