Rate based on Check-in: Jun 28, 2013 Check-out: Jul 1, 2013

Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

4 stars
1617 IH-35 North, IH-35 at MLK, Austin, TX 78702
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.4
out of 5
37 reviews
close to downtown/campus, free self park

The accomodations were very comfortable. I loved not having to valet my car for an additional 35.00... See full review

  • holcaf
  • Apr 15, 2013
Perfect for sleeping

If you are planning on spending just the nights at the DOUBLETREE hotel, and enjoying the rest of... See full review

  • DIEGO P
  • Feb 21, 2012
Cozy rooms and cookies across from the University of Texas at Austin

Across the street from the University of Texas at Austin campus, the Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin has an outdoor swimming pool with a deck, perfect for relaxing after a long day. Rooms are spacious and have a 37-inch TV, work area and complimentary wireless Internet. A short walk takes visitors to the Texas State Capitol or the Austin Convention Center. The 6th Street entertainment district is about a mile away.  Don't forget to grab your complimentary warm chocolate chip cookie upon arrival!

Highlights
  • Outdoor swimming pool with sundeck
  • A fitness center featuring PreCor equipment
  • Warm chocolate chip cookie at check-in
Location

The Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin is located a block from the University of Texas at Austin, within walking distance to the Texas State Capitol and downtown attractions.

Rooms

The Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin has spacious rooms with modern furniture and warm colors. All rooms contain one king or two queen beds with custom bedding, a 37-inch TV, a large desk with outlet and a spacious bathroom with vanity and Neutrogena products. Rooms also offer the typical amenities including coffee maker, hairdryer, iron with ironing board and alarm clock/radio with MP3 connection. Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin offers room service from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily. Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access is available.

Features

Relax in the sun or under the shade of a big tree by the outdoor pool at the Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin or exercise in the fitness center, featuring PreCor cardio equipment and weights. The business center has computer terminals and a printer so guests can check their email or print boarding passes. The Doubletree Austin University Area hotel caters to families with high-chairs, cribs and children's menu upon request. Meet colleagues for drinks at the lobby bar, a comfortable spot to sit and enjoy a cocktail after a day of touring or meetings. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at FUSE food.drink, the casual, on-site restaurant. Check up on current events with the complimentary daily newspaper. Complimentary parking is available, as well as complimentary high-speed Internet access.

Transportation
  • Austin Amtrak Station (1.7 mi/2.8 km)
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (5.1 mi/8.3 km)
Attractions
  • Texas Memorial Stadium (.4 mi/.7 km)
  • LBJ Presidential Library (.5 mi/.9 km)
  • Blanton Museum of Art (.5 mi/.9 km)
  • Texas State Capitol Building (.6 mi/1 km)
  • Bob Bullock Texas History Museum (.6 mi/1 km)
  • 6th Street entertainment (1.1 mi/1.8 km)
  • Congress Avenue Bridge and bats (1.1 mi/1.7 km)
  • 2nd Street shopping (1.3 mi/2 km)
  • Lady Bird Lake hike and bike trail (1.3 mi/2.2 km)
Business
  • Business center
  • Complimentary high-speed Internet access throughout hotel
  • 4,500 square feet of function space

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Pool
Activities
Pool
Exercise gym
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Accessibility
Wheel chair access

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Hotel Map

30.2774 -97.7296
Nearby airports
Austin Bergstrom Intl Airport, (AUS), 7.00, MI, NE;

Nearby points of interest

  • Frank Erwin Center: 0.2 mi
  • Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium: 0.5 mi
  • The Blanton Museum of Art: 0.5 mi
  • Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum: 0.6 mi
  • LBJ Presidential Library: 0.6 mi
  • Texas State Capitol: 0.7 mi
  • Texas Memorial Museum: 0.7 mi
  • University of Texas at Austin: 0.7 mi
  • St. Marys Cathedral: 0.7 mi
  • O. Henry Home and Museum: 1 mi
  • Austin Convention Center: 1.1 mi
  • Austin City Limits Live: 1.3 mi
  • Austin's Children Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Zach Theater: 2 mi
  • Elisabet Ney Museum: 2 mi
  • Frank Erwin Center: 0.2 mi
  • Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium: 0.5 mi
  • The Blanton Museum of Art: 0.5 mi
  • Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum: 0.6 mi
  • LBJ Presidential Library: 0.6 mi
  • Texas State Capitol: 0.7 mi
  • Texas Memorial Museum: 0.7 mi
  • University of Texas at Austin: 0.7 mi
  • St. Marys Cathedral: 0.7 mi
  • O. Henry Home and Museum: 1 mi
  • Austin Convention Center: 1.1 mi
  • Austin City Limits Live: 1.3 mi
  • Austin's Children Museum: 1.3 mi
  • Zach Theater: 2 mi
  • Elisabet Ney Museum: 2 mi
  • Town Lake: 2.2 mi
  • Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail: 2.3 mi
  • Umlauf Sculpture Garden: 2.4 mi
  • Zilker Metropolitan Park: 2.6 mi
  • Zilker Botanical Garden: 2.6 mi
  • Barton Springs Pool: 2.7 mi
  • Austin Nature and Science Center: 2.7 mi
  • Texas Military Forces Museum: 3.1 mi
  • Mayfield Park Cottage: 3.4 mi
  • One World Theater: 4.1 mi
  • Mount Bonnell: 4.2 mi
  • McKinney Falls State Park: 6.7 mi
  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: 10.7 mi
  • Circuit of the Americas: 11.3 mi
  • Austin Zoo: 12.5 mi
  • Westcave Preserve: 25 mi

Dining

Restaurant
onsite

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (37)

Ratings and reviews for Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Overall score

3.4 / 5
37 out of 37
Amenities:
3.3
Room cleanliness:
3.8
Hotel staff:
3.9
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
3.9
Value:
3.5

70% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
holcaf
new orleans
Apr 15, 2013

close to downtown/campus, free self park

The accomodations were very comfortable. I loved not having to valet my car for an additional 35.00 per day. The location was very convenient to downtown and the campus. I find that in most hotel rooms, the air conditioner is always inadequate - not here! Will stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

2
Mitzi frequent traveller
Business
New York
Mar 31, 2013

Close to University, but......

The hotel is on the opposite side of the freeway from the University, requiring you to walk along a very busy overpass if you do not have a car to get to campus. The road noise is extreme. The hotel windows are not designed to dampen road noise - we could hear the traffic over both the TV and the airconditioning. Apparently the opposite side of the hotel is quieter (it overlooks a cemetery) but the hotel was fully booked and the class of room sold on this website meant that we had no options. A terrible experience for a pre-paid hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
2
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

3
mom25boys
Chicago, IL
Mar 2, 2013

Nice but the location is a problem

The hotel itself is fine. The location is awkward. It is on a one way frontage road that goes along the IH 35 expressway. You can only access the hotel on road about 1/2 mile from the south because the highway cuts off other streets.(and it's a one way road).. The main attractions of Austin lie on the OTHER side of the expressway. So you have to go to a nearby overpass to get into the fun area. We heard highway traffic in our room but rooms on the other side of the hotel would probably be fine.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
1
Value:
3
Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Mpls, MN
Mar 29, 2012

live music get away

nice, quiet, comfortable, nice little bar, easy walk to sixth street, great breakfast across the parking lot, nice free parking

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

4
DIEGO P
Monterrey, NL, México
Feb 21, 2012

Perfect for sleeping

If you are planning on spending just the nights at the DOUBLETREE hotel, and enjoying the rest of the day in Austin its perfect for you. The rooms are really nice, very comfortable bed, and it has a very relaxing bar downstairs. There is a Dennys right outside the hotel for a good breakfast and its 5 minutes away from central Austin.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Go visit the restaurants in downtown, MALAGA, LA TAVERNA, LA TRAVIATTA, very good.

Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

4
Tinat
Murfreesboro, TN, USA
Jan 24, 2012

Family getaway

This hotel was great. Good location and clean rooms and good service.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

4
Raiderleep
Lubbock, TX, USA
Jan 3, 2012

Real Good!

This hotel was great! Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

4
anita bonita
Austin, TX, USA
Nov 20, 2011

Doubletree

We had a great stay. The hotel is nice and the staff very friendly. I do think it is about $50 too expensive.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
texas
Aug 1, 2011

good

good hotel. very nice and upscale. only complaint: no fridges in room & room internet is through ethernet cord.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Short drive from hotel

downtown austin

Review of Doubletree Hotel University Area Austin

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Birmingham, AL
Jul 26, 2011

Good

Saw some reviews that complained about the location near the interstate but we didn't hear any noise.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
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