South Congress Hotel
4 stars
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4 stars
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South Congress Hotel

4 stars
1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
9.0
Wonderful
220 reviews
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Overview

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 Expedia Group
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.Expedia Group
9.0
Wonderful rating
Based on 220 verified guest reviews

Available rates

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The neighborhood - Bouldin Creek

1603 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704

What's nearby

  • Yard Dog2 min walk
  • Lady Bird Lake1.69 mi

Reviews

9.0
Wonderful
220 verified ratings
Wonderful
135
Very good
33
Good
24
Okay
7
Fair
9
Mediocre
5
Poor
7

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, friendly service, and stylish, clean spaces. Many enjoyed the amenities, including the rooftop pool and on-site restaurants, while some noted issues with room lighting and additional fees that were not disclosed at check-out.
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Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Amenities9 out of 10
Room Size9 out of 10
Value for Price3.5 out of 10
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9.0
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Anonymous, Jul 2025
Pros (+) The location was fantastic, what a cool street and great coffee downstairs too. A bit of a hiccup with check-in, but it was acknowledged and dealt with very professionally.
Cons (-) The beds are very soft - we understand it is a personal preference. But we really wish it was firmer!
9.0
Wonderful
Sara, Jun 2025
Pros (+) Amazing location and great breakout spaces
6.0
Okay
Joseph, Jun 2025
Pros (+) Location was great. The number of restaurants on property was perfect.
Cons (-) Rooms were dark. Not enough lighting by the door. Bathroom had no exhaust fan. Ice had to be delivered to room. No bucket or ice machine that we could use. No vending machine or market on property.
10
Wonderful
Javier, Jun 2025
Pros (+) Beds are comfortable and spaced out. The bathrooms are great with the best water you can soak and shower with.
Cons (-) The main couches of the tv room in several of the rooms from the large pool ones to the other rooms are not to par, they are uncomfortable and the back part slips.
8.0
Very good
Helen, Jun 2025
Pros (+) Excellent location and spacious room. Lovely roof top pool area.
Cons (-) The water never got hot in the shower . Ok for a couple of nights but would of been a problem for a longer stay.
1.0
Poor
Randystocklin, Jun 2025
Pros (+) Spacious rooms, a comfortable bed, and the location was good.
Cons (-) I travel a lot, and this is one of the worst hotel experiences I've had. I showed up at my room the night before a 4 am wakeup due to an early flight to find super loud music outside my window due to an event (DJ) that apparently happens every Thursday night. I called the front desk to explain my situation and inquire about the possibility of switching rooms. First, I was told that I was staying i...
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10
Wonderful
Hugo, May 2025
Pros (+) South Congress Hotel was a great hotel. I was greeted by the concierge and made to feel very welcome. The place was nice - rooms were nicely decorated and the bed was big and comfortable. Good fitness centre, very close to the rooms. Fantastic coffee shop on site which was a big plus. Excellent location, right in the centre of South Congress, within walking distance of shops and restaurants. A sho...
Cons (-) Nothing to complain about!
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10
Wonderful
Julia, May 2025
Pros (+) The location was great!!
Cons (-) The hotel was pricey☹️
7.0
Good
Nancy, May 2025
Pros (+) Location, ambiance
Cons (-) Room was soooo small.
7.0
Good
Jia, Apr 2025
Pros (+) Chic and location
Cons (-) Soft pillows

Amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Valet parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Things to keep in mind

Check-in: From 3:00 pm
Check-out: Prior to 12:00 pm
Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.