Howard Johnson Inn Austin/I-35
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Hotel Overview
Easy to find location - value matches price
The staff were very friendly and attentive - great location, too!
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Traveler1020120354
- Oct 24, 2012
Easy to find location - value matches price
A great place to stay, and the staff was attentive & friendly towards the needs of the guest.
See full review
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Traveler1020120354
- Oct 15, 2012
Texas hospitality just two miles from Austin
Between the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and downtown Austin, the Howard Johnson Inn Austin makes travel to nearby attractions and entertainment incredibly easy. A local bus stops nearby and takes passengers into Austin or to nearby sights--just check with the hotel office about routes and schedules. Additional perks include spacious rooms, an outdoor pool and a complimentary continental breakfast. Look forward to Texas hospitality in a comfortable, budget-friendly establishment.
Highlights
- Complimentary continental breakfast
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Complimentary wireless Internet in rooms
- Pet friendly
Location
The Howard Johnson Inn Austin is located off I-35, five miles from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and just over two miles from downtown Austin.
Rooms
The rooms at the Howard Johnson Inn Austin feature a fresh, clean environment with light-hued walls and fabric. Make your room feel just like home by storing your travel clothes in the dresser and setting up your laptop at the desk. Families will be comfortable in a room with two beds and cribs are available upon request for those with babies. Business travelers can spread out in the room with one king-sized bed. Complimentary wireless Internet is available in all rooms.
Features
The Howard Johnson Inn Austin serves complimentary breakfast to guests each morning. After coffee and a bite to eat, catch a nearby bus into town or to one of Austin's many nearby attractions. Austin has a variety of shops, restaurants, entertainment venues and sights for tourists to check out. Upon returning to the hotel, catch up on the workout plan in the hotel's fitness center or take a swim in the outdoor pool. The hotel is pet friendly (fees apply).
Transportation
- Austin Amtrak Station (2.9 mi/4.7 km)
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (4.8 mi/7.7 km)
Attractions
- Austin Convention Center (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
- Congress Avenue Bridge and bats (2.3 mi/3.7 km)
- 6th Street entertainment (2.7 mi/4.4 km)
- Texas State Capitol (3.1 mi/5 km)
- Bob Bullock Texas History Museum (3.6 mi/5.7 km)
- Blanton Museum of Art (3.6 mi/5.7 km)
Business
- Business center
- Meeting space
- Complimentary wireless Internet access in rooms
Amenities
- High-speed internet
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- Air conditioned
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Free local telephone calls
- Elevators
- Ice machine
- Activities
- Exercise gym
- Dining
- Coffee maker in room
- Vending machines
- Services
- Business center
- Guest laundromat
- Internet
- High-speed internet
- Parking
- Parking
- Outdoor parking
- RV or truck parking
- Bus parking
- Accessibility
- Accessible facilities
- Wheel chair access
- Accessible parking
- Room
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Desk with lamp
- Free newspaper
- Microwave
- Over sized rooms
- TV remote control
- Cribs available
- Ironing board
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Hotel Map
- Area description
- Business district
Nearby points of interest
- One World Theater: 1.1 mi
- Town Lake: 2 mi
- Austin Convention Center: 2.4 mi
- Austin's Children Museum: 2.5 mi
- Austin City Limits Live: 2.5 mi
- O. Henry Home and Museum: 2.5 mi
- Zach Theater: 2.6 mi
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden: 2.7 mi
- Zilker Metropolitan Park: 2.9 mi
- St. Marys Cathedral: 2.9 mi
- Barton Springs Pool: 2.9 mi
- Texas State Capitol: 3.1 mi
- Zilker Botanical Garden: 3.2 mi
- Frank Erwin Center: 3.4 mi
- Austin Nature and Science Center: 3.5 mi
- One World Theater: 1.1 mi
- Town Lake: 2 mi
- Austin Convention Center: 2.4 mi
- Austin's Children Museum: 2.5 mi
- Austin City Limits Live: 2.5 mi
- O. Henry Home and Museum: 2.5 mi
- Zach Theater: 2.6 mi
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden: 2.7 mi
- Zilker Metropolitan Park: 2.9 mi
- St. Marys Cathedral: 2.9 mi
- Barton Springs Pool: 2.9 mi
- Texas State Capitol: 3.1 mi
- Zilker Botanical Garden: 3.2 mi
- Frank Erwin Center: 3.4 mi
- Austin Nature and Science Center: 3.5 mi
- Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum: 3.5 mi
- McKinney Falls State Park: 3.6 mi
- The Blanton Museum of Art: 3.6 mi
- Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail: 3.9 mi
- Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium: 3.9 mi
- University of Texas at Austin: 3.9 mi
- LBJ Presidential Library: 4 mi
- Texas Memorial Museum: 4 mi
- Elisabet Ney Museum: 5.4 mi
- Texas Military Forces Museum: 5.9 mi
- Mayfield Park Cottage: 6 mi
- Mount Bonnell: 6.8 mi
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: 8.3 mi
- Circuit of the Americas: 9.1 mi
- Austin Zoo: 11.9 mi
- Westcave Preserve: 25 mi
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
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.
Guest Reviews (58)
Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Inn Austin/I-35
- All travelers (58) 2.3 / 5
- Business (14) 2.1 / 5
- Couples (17) 2.7 / 5
- Families (6) 2 / 5
- Friends (12) 2.3 / 5
- Singles (9) 2.2 / 5
- Amenities:
- 2.4
- Room cleanliness:
- 2.7
- Hotel staff:
- 3.2
- Room comfort:
- 2.7
- Location:
- 3.1
- Value:
- 2.9
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
texasbts
Not the best Hotel in Austin
Pro: 10-15 minute drive to downtown Austin Con:The room was not very clean. We had an issue with the toilet on the very first day. Blinds seemed to have been ripped and the beds were not that comfortable. Breakfast was minimal, only cereal and a few cold bagels were left out. I would not recommend the hotel at its current price point
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
bldn10
Location 2-edge sword.
This HOJO is conveniently located west of the airport and COTA and south of Downtown. However, the immediate neighborhood is a bit sketchy. There is a convenience store right next door where people get their beer, gas, and cigarettes. And hang around. The motel itself was not bad, but undergoing a needed freshening. The room had a new bathroom w/ granite top, comfortable bed, and fridge. Breakfast is cheap coffee and pastries. I don't think I would stay here again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Donn's BBQ a hundred yards away is not Franklin's but you don't have to wait 4 hours and its a good deal for pretty decent BBQ.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
traveler4businesssleeples
room key didnt work
They staff member re-swiped the room card 4 times before he would come up and try it himself...the door batteries were dead. I waited in the hotel lobby for two hours for maintenence to show up. They were stoned and could barely function. Four different hotel employees told me the manager would talk to me and compensate me somehow...I never got a word from him. Very disturbing to realize if the room was on fire or my child was stuck in there that the hotel staff have no key to get in the room because they claim the manager took the key home. The same manager that never spoke to me or acknowledged me. Very frustrating experience. Maintenance used scotch tape to fix the lock!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
MrsPeters
Color Run Hotel Booking
My best friend and I came to Austin for our first 5k. The hotel smelled like smoke and the front desk attendent from 5/4 was eating while he was checking us out. As a former concierge for a 5 star / 5 diamond hunting lodge, I was a little disturbed at the lack of training. Overall, it was okay but I will book somewhere else next time.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Awesome restaurants a short distance away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Traveler1020120354
Easy to find location - value matches price
The staff were very friendly and attentive - great location, too!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Dog Judge
very old
everything needs updateing, no computer to print tickets. Lights over sink went off and on by themselfs. Needs work.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 1
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Traveler1020120354
Easy to find location - value matches price
A great place to stay, and the staff was attentive & friendly towards the needs of the guest.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Lady Bird Lake
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tito1968
very good money worth
very good personnal service. Smoke smell in non smoking area should be fixed. Excellent stay there...
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
TakingCoB
Cheap is the word
I booked this hotel online for $50 a night for a king sized bed in a room with a fridge and microwave. Sounds like a great deal. Well I reserved a non-smoking room. They had me in a smoking room and did not have anything else available. As a recovering smoker, this is not good. The clock/radio/alarm was unplugged when I came in. I plugged it in and set the correct time as I had an early meeting the next day. I looked at it after about 15 minutes and it had advanced an hour. I reset it and then 15 minutes later it was flashing 12 noon. The outlet was fine, as I tested it with a lamp. The bathroom fan would not turn on and the bathroom had a slight sewer gas smell. The shower would not even get warm, much less hot. I tried at 7 in the morning and again at 5 in the afternoon when there were very few cars no warmth to the water either day. Day two the toilet wouldn't stop running after I flushed it. When reported to the desk, they asked if I had fiddled with it. They could not fix the toilet, so shut off the water and had me move my belongings to another room on the smoking floor. The hallways were not smokey, but smelled strongly of smoke. The new room was slightly better as the fan in the bathroom worked and the water became luke warm instead or remaining cold. The AC worked, but was very noisy.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
The Whip In is not worth the hype unless you just want to buy exotic overpriced beers and wines.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ab Ram
Ok
You get what you pay for! Great place for a weekend stay. Staff was great.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 5