Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Sixth Street in Austin

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A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a bar in the background.
Exterior
A buffet with labeled food stations including omelets and cheese.
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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810 Red River St, Austin, TX, 78701
  • Place, Sixth Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Austin Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Texas at Austin
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 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
(138 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
(122 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
(43 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 Sixth Street and University of Texas at Austin. Lady Bird Lake and Moody Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Austin Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waterloo Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Texas State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 7 min walk
  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Perlas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vulcan Gas Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mohawk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ditty Dog - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Seven Grand - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Hotel near Sixth Street 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 hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature down comforters. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

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). 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

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

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 11.2 mi (19-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 Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG on Aug 12, 2026 start from $106, 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. 1350 out of 2302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 469 out of 2302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 253 out of 2302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 2302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 115 out of 2302 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very nice stay and the breakfast was great also close to everything downtown. I will definitely stay again soon..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean hotel and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Brenda Lee

Liked: Staff & service
The elevators were out of pounded, the lobby/ bar did not have a/c and parking was full every night.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. comfortable bed, good location for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Mark Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants were amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and in a good location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check-in, friendly faces, very clean— would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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
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10/10 Excellent

Ishaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room | Great lounge/common area| walking distance to most of the places you want to see
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of amenities and a great location for an excellent value
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean, close to downtown, excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Paul

Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room, friendly staff and good location to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nicole Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean and nice. Our bed was so comfortable. Great location to walk to 6th street Breakfast was amazing every morning! Bartender Kristine was so friendly and nice!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jin Hyun

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very overpriced for this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

latriece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Parking was entirely too expensive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 5 nights and really enjoyed it. The hotel provided everything we needed, was well located in a slightly quieter part of town but all our restaurants and bars were easily accessible on foot. Breakfast was plentiful each morning and slightly changed day to day. The beds were comfortable and the swimming pool was a great bonus. Would definitely recommend for a stay in Austin.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive cleaning staff, overall very clean, tidy and well presented hotel. A good breakfast and good coffee. The poolside seating and relaxing areas are a huge bonus. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location, friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
great room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025