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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Sixth Street

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge) - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG (Austin)
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Exterior - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG (Austin)
Free daily buffet breakfast - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG (Austin)
Lobby sitting area - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG (Austin)
In downtown Austin, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University offers a vibrant retreat. Enjoy the free breakfast buffet, unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas, or connect to in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is CNY559
CNY673 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(121 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Roll Shower)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Roll Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, District View)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, District View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Comm)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Comm)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(104 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The price is CNY715
CNY860 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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About the neighborhood

Map
805 Neches Street, Austin, TX, 78701

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Texas State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rainey Street - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive
  • Austin Station - 13 min drive
  • Downtown Station - 6 min walk
  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Perlas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mohawk - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Austin Gyro Halal - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cheer Up Charlie's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hoboken Pie - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of University of Texas at Austin and Sixth Street. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the pool bar. A fitness center and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Downtown Station is just 6 minutes by foot.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 171 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
DONE

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
DONE

Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (USD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends
  • Poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2015
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 34
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

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:
  • 1 percent destination fee will be charged

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 40 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Austin Downtown University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Austin Downtown University by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 40 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, kayaking, and swimming. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG is in Downtown Austin, a short 6-minute walk from Downtown Station and 15 minutes' walk from University of Texas at Austin. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Parking
Bar
Elevator
Shower
Live music
Downtown

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and had a good variety of food options. (116 reviews)
  • The pool area was consistently described as excellent, nice, beautiful, and clean, with many guests enjoying it. (62 reviews)
  • Plenty of dining options were available within walking distance from the property. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay
Zhengjie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, clean room, good hot breakfast
Tuan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and the view was great.
javier, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was great, the bed was comfortable. The people at the front desk were all very friendly.
Shannon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, fresh room
Zuelem, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Big clean room. Comfy beds
Juan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great in every way! Clean, loved the sheets and bed!
susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great short stay.
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome pool, the breakfast was amazing, very friendly staff!
Sandra, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Front desk staff was great, location is very convenient and walkable, the room was nice and clean. My only complaint was the shower water didn’t get very hot. I would stay here again.
Adam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and friendly staff.
Aubrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an excellent stay here.keep up the hood work we will definitely come back and stay here again in the future.
MISTY, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay! We definitely will be back!
Kirk, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Lights in bathroom wouldnt turn on. Music from next doors bar was loud.
Miranda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location Easy to p/u ride share Great pool Great price Good room
Heidi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice staff, would definitely stay here everytime
Nikolas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very close to walk to 6th Street and great breakfast
Carlie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place, I recommend hundreds percent
Jesus, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Family friendly.
Chen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The front desk was very helpful for planning local activities.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and comfortable. Because the room was on the side near an outdoor bar they provided ear plugs and a noise machine. Paired with the AC fan, it was not an issue at all. Friendliest staff everywhere from front desk to housekeeping to breakfast. Everyone was so nice.
Eileen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is great for visiting the Red River Cultural District.
T, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family friendly . Breakfast was Good. Staff was friendly and helpful. Pool area was nice and clean
Priscilla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Polite staff, clean room
Mason, 1-night trip