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South Congress Hotel

4.0 star property
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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony
Room, Poolside | Balcony
Gift shop
Room (Monroe) | Living area
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly

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1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78704
  • South Congress Avenue
    1 min walk
  • Lady Bird Lake
    18 min walk
  • Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
    2 min drive
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    13 min drive
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Room (Congress) | Living room

Room (Congress)

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Bouldin)

Room (Bouldin)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Bunkroom) | Living area

Room (Bunkroom)

  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Room (River City)

Room (River City)

  • 25.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, Poolside | Balcony

Premier Room, Poolside

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Poolside | Balcony

Room, Poolside

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Monroe) | Living area

Room (Monroe)

  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Milton)

Room (Milton)

  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room (Heights)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

South Congress Hotel

Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
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 center, a poolside bar, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
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). In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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 Congress Avenue. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 restaurants and 3 bars. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like 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
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym and bike rentals
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and a few minutes from Austin Convention Center
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
South Congress Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a 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.

Event space at this hotel measures 2357 square feet (219 square meters) and includes conference space. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly South Congress Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Austin hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 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.
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).

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 48.71 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 48.71 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–1:00 PM: USD 12-25 per person
  • 3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe No Se
  • Maie Day
  • Otoko
  • Manana

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Bike rentals
  • Bike parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Reception hall

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space (2357 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 3

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • In-room accessibility
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • 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

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • LED TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Free newspapers
  • In-room massage
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Soundproofing
  • Turndown service

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
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.
  • Free cribs (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 fire extinguisher
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.

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.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information 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. 430 out of 603 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 603 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 603 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 603 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 603 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

María

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great weekend trip with our dog. The hotel itself has several cafe/restaurant options, but it's also very close to lots of other great spots, Zilker, Town Lake, etc. The room was very clean, comfortable, and spacious. We'll definitely return for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing hotel and top notch service. We got a suite and it was very comfortable and stylish. Great place for couples.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Estefan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great bar. Pricey parking but would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, great location, nice amenities
Mandy Jo made our check in and out easy and was extremely friendly! Alex was a great valet and helped us with our luggage, super nice guy! Great location, bar service was wonderful. Clean pool and gym.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jameson

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Travelled with partner
My husband and I have always loved South Congress Hotel and like supporting local places. Unfortunately next time we visit Austin we will find another place to stay. The best part was the nice valet guy and the bartender at the pool knows how to make a good clean margarita. When we arrived for check in the greeting was ehh, like they were annoyed to help. I called twice about how hot our room was and nobody ever did anything. We had planned to spend Saturday afternoon drinking and lounging by the small pool but the hotel was hosting a drag event. The pool was overtaken with people and a dj, would not have booked the hotel if we would have know. And then at three am the fire alarm went off. Come on SCH I know you can do better. And please buy some new couches for the lobby, the ones there are all torn up and gross.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful modern hotel with clean rooms, posh bar and pool areas, and very friendly staff. In the heart of South Congress so location could not be better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch experience all around.
Excellent experience. New hotel that is in great shape with plenty of amenities. The location was amazing. What really impressed me was the staff. The service exceeded what I've received at other hotels with much higher price points. All in all, a very enjoyable experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Super loud street noise. It was suppose to be a getaway for my husband and I to catch up on sleep and rest but the street was super loud all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice. A hot tub would’ve been wonderful as well as better lighting in the rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice large rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Georgetown

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Perfect locations
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great last minute experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024