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South Congress Hotel

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A pool area with sun loungers and umbrellas, a bar, and a building with a balcony.
A multi-level interior with a staircase, a potted plant, and a person walking.
A rooftop terrace with a pool, lounge chairs, and a wicker sofa.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table. There is a bookshelf with books and decorative items, and a lamp. The room has large windows with sheer curtains.
A modern living room with a leather sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a green armchair. There are shelves with decorative items and plants, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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, Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a small round table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Room (Bouldin)

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

View all photos for Room (Congress)

A modern living room with a brick wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a television.

Room (Congress)

  • 598 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Heights)

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, a blue armchair, and a small round table.

Room (Heights)

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

View all photos for Room (Milton)

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a brick wall.

Room (Milton)

  • 940 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Monroe)

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table. There is a bookshelf with books and decorative items, and a lamp. The room has large windows with sheer curtains.

Room (Monroe)

  • 735 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Poolside

A rooftop terrace with a pool, lounge chairs, and a wicker sofa.

Room, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, Poolside

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs, a pool, and a modern building with large windows.

Premier Room, Poolside

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

View all photos for Room (River City)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room (River City)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Bunkroom)

A compact living space with a flat-screen TV, a round coffee table, a sofa, a chair, and a bunk bed.

Room (Bunkroom)

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

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About the neighborhood

Austin

With a stay at South Congress Hotel in Austin (South Congress), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and Governor's Mansion. .This luxury hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Zilker Park and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Texas State Capitol.

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
  • Palmer Events Center - 5 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge - 6 min drive - 1.2 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
  • ‪Jo's Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Güero's Taco Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Perla's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

South Congress Hotel

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 83 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Enjoy Californian cuisine at Cafe No Se, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Austin? This hotel has 2400 square feet (223 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Cafe No Se - This café specializes in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Maie Day - This steakhouse specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Otoko - This sushi bar specializes in sushi and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Manana - Onsite coffee shop. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe No Se
  • Maie Day
  • Manana
  • Otoko

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,400 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium digital channels

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
  • 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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from June 1 2026 to December 31 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
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 are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 32.76 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

South Congress Hotel
South Congress Hotel Hotel
South Congress Hotel Austin
South Congress Hotel Hotel Austin

South Congress Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 619 out of 854 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 854 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 854 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 854 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 854 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great stay…walkable to everything…shops, restaurants, coffee…super friendly staff, pool is great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice and friendly staff, convenient to shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to everything including a delicious coffee and matcha spot on site. Our family really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend love this hotel great location great amenities, fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel! Very clean room and well stocked mini bar in the room. The lobby bar was a very fun casual place to hang out with very nice and friendly bartenders. And the front desk staff were very warm and helpful. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location, staff is super helpful and kind( appreciate our business ). Will def stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool loft like room, excellent bar, great staff, nice pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great and the Monroe suite is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible don't stay here. It's closing down anyway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is a fortune should validate for people staying at hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shout out to Paris and Louis. Wish everyone at South Congress the best🙏
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good thing they are doing a renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience I will definitely be staying here again next time i am in Austin.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were truly amazing. So helpful and kind. The rooms were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to park, great hospitality and friendly staff. Clean rooms, very stylish decor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff, quiet property, and great restaurant onsite. We would stay here again. Bonus to have a parking garage on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay, staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was close to the entrance and the room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026