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South Congress Hotel

4.0 star property
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Room (Monroe) | Living area | LED TV
Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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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
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Room (Bouldin) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

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8.4 out of 10
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(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Congress) | Living room | LED TV

Room (Congress)

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room (Heights)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Milton) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room (Milton)

  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Monroe) | Living area | LED TV

Room (Monroe)

  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony

Premier Room, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (River City) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Room (River City)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room (Bunkroom) | Living area | LED TV

Room (Bunkroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

South Congress Hotel

Along with 3 restaurants, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 3 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness centre, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site.
South Congress Hotel offers 83 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of South Congress Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from South First Street. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 restaurants and 3 bars. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Californian cuisine at Cafe No Se, one of the property's 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and a few minutes from Austin Convention Center
  • Dogs welcome free of charge
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
South Congress Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby 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 metres) 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Cafe No Se – This café specialises in Californian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Maie Day – This steakhouse specialises in American cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Otoko – This sushi bar specialises in sushi and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Manana – On-site 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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 48.71 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 48.71 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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
  • Lift
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2015
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
  • 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
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 1 June 2026 to 31 December 2026 (dates subject to change).

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 cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after midnight must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

South Congress Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 610 out of 841 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 841 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 841 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 841 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 841 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

4/10 Poor

brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was great. Rooms are tired and worn. Floor buckles, tables peeling and scratched. Tiles broken in bathroom and toilet doesn’t flush right. Shower never got hot. This place needs a renovation badly. The shower has a window that goes into the bedroom area so if you wake up early for a work event, you blast the whole place with light. Also, the hotel had some sort of buy out by a company so on our second day all of the restaurants were closed in preparation for that. Would have been nice to know that before we booked. Felt like we weren’t supposed to be there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

8/10 Good

Melissa

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds/pillows were a bit too soft and irritated our backs (and I’ve never had historical back problems!). It would’ve been great to have options to improve this I.e. mattress toppers, pillow variety, or changing rooms if there were newer beds available.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Ron

Everything was great. Not to happy to have to pay $30 a day for a fold out bed when the room advertised it sleep 3 people but only had one bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sena

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Heath

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hector Danilo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

tova sido

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hector Danilo

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I have been going to this hotel since its inception. The staff is warm and helpful. The accommodations are great and we love the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cesar, Rowlett

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I came to Austin for a one night trip to spread my father‘s ashes on his college campus that he loved so dearly. The hotel staff did not know this, but upgraded me upon my arrival to the Milton suite which was the most magnificent hotel room I’ve ever stayed in! It made my state that much more memorable and special.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Irving

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was spacious and stylish. Great view of pool from large terrace. City street noise was not an issue from our position. Very friendly staff. Restaurant cafe was delicious. They do have self parking in the garage below but thought $45 dollars was a bit on the pricy side. There is paid street parking available that you can pay from your phone. The area is safe with lots of restaurants, shops, bars, all within walking distance. Even the walk to the river was within reach. We would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
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

6/10 Okay

Eric

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was in good condition and the staff was friendly, except the bar tender.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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