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South Congress Hotel

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants, near Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge

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Experience the vibrant energy of South Congress Hotel, where modern style meets Texas charm. Enjoy a rooftop retreat with shopping on site and a poolside bar or dine at one of three restaurants serving up delicious Californian cuisine. With in-room WiFi, bike rentals, and multilingual staff available to assist you during your stay.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
$258 nightly
The total price is $301
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Rooftop luxury
This hotel's rooftop terrace offers a perfect perch for taking in stunning views. Luxury touches create an elevated escape above the city.
Californian dining delights
The hotel features 3 restaurants with Californian and American cuisine, al fresco dining, diverse bars, a cafe, and vegan options.
Luxurious sleep elements
Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding wrap guests in comfort. Late-night cravings meet their match with in-room service and minibar options.

Room options

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Room (Bouldin) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Bouldin)

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

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Room (Congress) | Living room | LED TV

Room (Congress)

  • 598 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Heights)

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

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Room (Milton) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Milton)

  • 940 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Monroe) | Living area | LED TV

Room (Monroe)

  • 735 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Poolside | Balcony

Room, Poolside

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

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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony

Premier Room, Poolside

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

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Room (River City) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (River City)

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

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Room (Bunkroom) | Living area | LED TV

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

Map
1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78704

What's nearby

  • South Congress Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • South First Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lady Bird Lake - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Zilker Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive
  • Austin Station - 12 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
  • ‪Joann's Fine Foods - ‬6 min walk

About this property

South Congress Hotel

South Congress Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from South Congress Avenue. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Cafe No Se, one of 3 restaurants, which serves Californian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 83 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs only)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 48.71 per night)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 48.71 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (late night)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (2400 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2015
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

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.
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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: USD 32.76 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 12 to 25 per person

Renovations and closures

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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 48.71 per night
  • Valet parking costs USD 48.71 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is South Congress Hotel currently open?

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

Does South Congress Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, South Congress Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at South Congress Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at South Congress Hotel?

Yes, dogs stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at South Congress Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 48.71 per night. Valet parking costs USD 48.71 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at South Congress Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at South Congress Hotel and nearby?

South Congress Hotel has 3 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near South Congress Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Californian cuisine.

What's the area around South Congress Hotel like?

South Congress Hotel is a short 17-minute walk from Lady Bird Lake and 18 minutes' walk from Colorado River. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

South Congress Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was described as awesome, relaxing, beautiful, fantastic, and lovely by multiple guests. (14 reviews)
  • The property's location offers easy access to a variety of restaurants and cafes with great food and service. (4 reviews)
  • Parking was easy, with options for valet or self-park on the property. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend love this hotel great location great amenities, fantastic!
vanessa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was great and the Monroe suite is amazing
Haley, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very nice staff.
Melissa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful experience I will definitely be staying here again next time i am in Austin.
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy to park, great hospitality and friendly staff. Clean rooms, very stylish decor.
Megan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room. Property is starting to show some wear. Excessive deposit on the room, especially for not having a vehicle in valet. We love staying here. Restaurants and coffee shop are all great. The vibe is coo and location is perfect.
harley, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, helpful staff, quiet property, and great restaurant onsite. We would stay here again. Bonus to have a parking garage on the property.
Tiffany, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The parking was close to the entrance and the room was very comfortable.
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff , clean hotel
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and lobby!!
Kathryn Baker, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything excelent with this hotel. Comfortable beds, extra clean, nice decorated and very well located. Would stay again for sure
ALEJANDRO DAVID, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful decor, great location, and lovely team.
Joel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great room and staff
Ashley, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was awesome!
Roderick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The entire experience was great! The staff are friendly and welcoming. The bar was comfortable, trendy, and had great specialty cocktails. The design and style of the lobby and rooms is warm and comfortable. We had a great stay!
Morgana, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

amazing room. Great staff.
Reinaldo, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my stay, staff were amazing.
Trevis, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Room was in good condition and the staff was friendly, except the bar tender.
Eric, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

loved location and room. can't beat it, the only thing would be to improve, water temp in shower was chilly esp with open door. thank you for having a cool bar to relax at and good coffee in the am. can't wait to visit again.
Vicki, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Shower had a clear window to the room. No blackout curtains. Water took a long time to get hot. Nightstand lamp constantly flickered like a strobe light. Women’s public restroom in lobby didn’t lock. Location was perfect.
Jaslyn, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful modern hotel in the perfect Austin location! I was upgraded to a suite on the top floor with a pool view which was gorgeous, and the $40 credit to use was a great bonus. You’re within blocks of some of the most iconic spots on South Congress - highly recommend!
Nora, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The grounds are nice, but the rooms lack some basic bathroom amentities (i.e., q-tips, shower caps etc) and a true closet. The rooms are also not business-friendly. My internet went out during multiple calls, and there were only two useful outlets (one under the desk where the TV is, and one next to the bed) and no USB / USB-C ports. Didn't have a chance to use the gym or pool. Drip coffee served downstairs in the morning.
Meghan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our time at South Congress Hotel and highly recommend them! The pool and pool bar were great to have some relaxation and the staff of the hotel made us feel like VIP’s!
Melynda, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The first night was lovely. The second night was a nightmare. There was a wedding that kept me up half the night. When I called the desk, they initially apologized for the “raucous” party happening in the courtyard below me. They promised they would cut off the music by 10:00, then 10:30, then 11:00, and finally around 11:30 they said they were doing the “send-off” which apparently included sparklers. So I was lying in bed listening to 1) fights between guests and 2) guests expressing concerns about SETTING THE TREES ON FIRE WITH THE SPARKLERS. So, please don’t believe that the rooms are soundproofed as it says on the website.
Amy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Molly, 1-night trip