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South Congress Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Lobby
Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony
Room (Monroe) | Living area | LED TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78704
  • Place, South Congress Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lady Bird Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Austin Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Bouldin) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Bouldin)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Congress) | Living room | LED TV

Room (Congress)

  • 598 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Heights)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Milton) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Milton)

  • 940 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Monroe) | Living area | LED TV

Room (Monroe)

  • 735 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Poolside | Balcony

Room, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony

Premier Room, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (River City) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (River City)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Bunkroom) | Living area | LED TV

Room (Bunkroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Austin

South Congress stay.Your stay at this South Congress hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and Austin Convention Center. Governor's Mansion and Texas State Capitol are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • South First Street - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lady Bird Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Zilker Park - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Austin Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Austin Station - 12 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 12 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Slice Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hopdoddy Burger Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Joann's Fine Foods - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Güero's Taco Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jo's Coffee - ‬5 min walk

About this property

South Congress Hotel

4-star luxury hotel near Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
South Congress Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a 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 meters) 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
  • Meeting 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • 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 comforters, and premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

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
  • Elevator
  • 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 washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 each 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

How close is South Congress Hotel to the airport?

South Congress Hotel is 10 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 South Congress Hotel?

As of Feb 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Congress Hotel on Mar 22, 2026 start from 224.4, excluding 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 South Congress Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at South Congress Hotel.

Does South Congress Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at South Congress Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 12 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at South Congress Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at South Congress Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at South Congress Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 48.71 per night, and valet parking for USD 48.71 per night.

Does South Congress Hotel have a pool?

South Congress Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does South Congress Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like Californian cuisine, al fresco dining, and brunch.

Does South Congress Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is South Congress Hotel to downtown Austin?

South Congress Hotel is 1.5 mi away from Austin.

South Congress Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 781 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 781 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 781 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 781 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 781 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO DAVID

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything excelent with this hotel. Comfortable beds, extra clean, nice decorated and very well located. Would stay again for sure
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Yvonne

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at South Congress Hotel in Austin was disappointing. We requested early check-in, but even the standard 3 p.m. check-in time wasn’t honored. Our room wasn’t ready until after 4, which threw off our plans. We had also asked for a rollaway bed, and it wasn’t in the room when we arrived. The lobby wasn’t well maintained. There were dirty napkins and lemon wedges on the floor, and it didn’t look like anyone was keeping up with basic cleaning. The couches in the lobby were so worn they had tears in the leather. I tried calling room service twice with no answer, so I had to go downstairs just to place an order. One of the front desk staff members also wasn’t very friendly, which didn’t help the experience. They did try to make up for the check-in issues by giving us three free drink tickets, which I appreciated, but it didn’t change the overall experience. The location was fine, but the room faced Congress Avenue and was loud. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was nice. Overall, the hotel feels worn down for the price, and I wouldn’t stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

karole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not know about my $40 credit, dosappounted i didnt get to use it!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Carol

Traveled with partner
Had to leave early because rooms on South Congress are so loud - terrible. nights sleep with cars speeding up and down all night long - I do not know why they do not offer sound proof windows, it is a shame. Great location, great-ish staff - the other negative is that the rooms are very dark. If we were able to sleep it would have been worth it, but we were up all night by the sounds of sirens and cars speeding outside our room. Unfortunate.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor, great location, and lovely team.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Melody, newport

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Dark, small rooms. Weird glass shower that is open to the bedroom , so not privacy in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine, Spring

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Traveled with family
Room was to dark even with all the lights on. Not enough privacy in the shower. Anyone in the bedroom could catch you take a shower. Did not like the industrial (or whatever the look is they’re going for) look they seem to have going on. Had big problem with Maie Day restaurant, they managers seemed to be a little weak on the concern.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was excellent. The hotel was clean and well maintained. There was a great vibe around the hotel. Staff were super friendly and helpful. No complaints to be made at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I think some areas of the hotel need to be updated a bit, although I still really like this hotel and the location is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

jaeson

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

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

Great location

Located on south congress, close to lots of shops and food. Walkable to 6th street and bat bridge. Lovely roof top pool, nice way to spend the last day of our trip Room and bathroom were huge!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matana

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the room and all general areas were extremely clean and well maintained! the staff was overly kind and helpful throughout our 3 night stay - on numerous occasions at random various times of day! we've been raving about them all day on our travels home and would definitely stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025