Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of Texas at Austin in Austin

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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805 Neches Street, Austin, TX, 78701
  • Place, Sixth Street
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State Capitol
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(128 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Roll Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, District View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Comm)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 580 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

  • 580 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 580 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Austin

Heart of Austin.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Austin hotel, you'll find University of Texas at Austin and Sixth Street. Moody Center and Zilker Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Texas State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Austin Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Moody Theater - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 7 min walk
  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Perlas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mohawk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seven Grand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Elysium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ditty Dog - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Hotel near University of Texas at Austin in Austin
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. A terrace, a vending machine, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Austin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 171 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2015
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG offers 171 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Austin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 45 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Austin Downtown University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Austin Downtown University by IHG

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG is 11.3 mi (18-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG on May 25, 2026 start from $148, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 45 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG to downtown Austin?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG is 0.4 mi away from Austin.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1322 out of 2198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 452 out of 2198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 2198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 2198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 95 out of 2198 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location Confusing, but well marked maze to get through hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Onalaska

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and hotel was clean. The room was nice. If you are an early riser and like breakfast early, this is not the place for you. Breakfast is not served until 7:00. Nice place, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Venisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great staff friendly and everything was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christian Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room, friendly staff and good location to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

William

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel is being renovated or something. Have ti go through adjoining hotel to check in or leave. Very confusing to find room. Let hot water run in shower for 20 mins in morning and never got warm enough to take a shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Joaquin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean, close to downtown, excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Amber

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed. The check in process was a little confusing bc you have to check in at the sister adjacent hotel, the Indigo. Also they did not have the pool bar staffed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a very pleasant stay. The room was extremely clean and well-maintained, which immediately made me feel comfortable. The bed was cozy, the linens were fresh, and everything from the bathroom to the floors looked spotless. It’s clear the housekeeping team takes pride in their work. The staff was courteous, professional, and welcoming throughout my visit. From check-in to check-out, everyone I interacted with was friendly and helpful, always ready to answer questions with a positive attitude. Customer service truly made a difference in my experience. The overall atmosphere of the property felt safe, quiet, and relaxing. I appreciated the attention to detail and the effort put into keeping the environment pleasant for guests. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable place, stongly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

helen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The location was not great. Homeless shelter down the street. Many homeless living in the corner across from hotel. View from room was of that corner. Getting to the hotel was awkward at times because of people gathered on the street. Homeless person wandering around the main floor at one point. Loud in the neighbourhood at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Melody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotels.com had the rate for parking wrong by 5$ Hotels.com sent email with breakfast hours and was wrong by half hour. Also check in and desk for anything was in sister property and had to walk through a garage to get there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was very nice. Great location. Check in process was tedious. Check in was located in adjoining hotel. Had to take two different elevators to get to the room. Staff did not fully explain where and how to access the room using keycard in the elevator. Staff did not inform of breakfast times and location of breakfast area. Parking fee to park in their parking garage.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Kandace

Liked: Cleanliness
Concert music was so loud through the air vents until early morning hours. There are ear plugs left on the night stand. The shower water was trickling at best. Never again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dustin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, great room but they need better parking options. The garage has a measly 7ft clearance. Our 9ft high van had to stay in the lot next door at a $57/day rate! It was awesome except for that very unexpected kick in the pants on the parking. Only stay there if your vehicle is short.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

LAXMI

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Wayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners cut costs at every corner at the expense of guests. $50 parking per day without transparent pricing. So cheap they closed down the lobby and make you walk to the neighboring hotel to check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

jerald

Traveled with family and small children
No front desk and shared check in across the other side of the building. It was confusing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was acceptable. There was no staff at the front desk. Guests had to check in at the adjacent Hotel Indigo and then take a long walk to the Holiday Inn Express. Someone at IHG corporate must have thought that money could be saved by doing away with a front desk at the Holiday Inn Express. Penny wise and pound foolish. The abandoned lobby at the Holiday Inn Express felt inhospitable at night, if not creepy. Is that the look that IHG wants? Expedia customers should be warned in advance of booking their trip to this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heat didn’t work and water was cold. They even sent someone up and then when they “fixed it” it was scolding hot. Horrible stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the street parking wasn't too bad. Not really sure why they charge so much to have hotel covered parking. Unfortunately the hot water does not work at 4am, really lame when you're trying to get ready for your day! The shower head was super harsh. Also the heated pool that is supposed to be open year round was also not heated during hours of operation...
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026