Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Sixth Street

Choose dates to view prices

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

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 CNY620
CNY777 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 12 of 12 rooms

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(128 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(117 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

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 - 28 min walk
  • Downtown Station - 7 min walk
  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Perlas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Mohawk - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seven Grand - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Elysium - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ditty Dog - ‬4 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 7 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 45 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
  • 10 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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • 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

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 45 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 45 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 7-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.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a variety of options, fresh food, and friendly staff. (164 reviews)
  • The pool area was nice, clean, and a great place to relax, with some guests enjoying it until 10 pm. (68 reviews)
AI Sparkle Icon
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Popular mentions

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

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location, clean hotel and great staff
Ramona, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, nice and helpful staff. Location close to everything near down town or Barton springs. Walking distance to restaurants and bars on 6th street.
Iliana, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff was very friendly. comfortable bed, good location for us.
lee, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lots of amenities and a great location for an excellent value
George, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean, close to downtown, excellent breakfast!
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff
Dwayne, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Hotel is nice. Great location. Walls are a little thin so if you have noisy neighbors, get ear plugs. Other than that hotel was good.
Lawrence, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Breakfast included with variety of options.
Martha, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is our go to place to stay when we go to Austin. We at least 4 times a year to see a live show. Centrally located, it is very convenient and in walking distance of 6th street. Staff is friendly and the rooms are always clean. The buffet breakfast is tasty for being complimentary. Will be booking again for an August show.
Sylvia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room, nice staff, nice breakfast, tasty water
Glen, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was very convenient
Martyna Ada, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly check in desk staff.
Svetlana, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Clean room, nice view
John, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very clean, staff was friendly and attentive. Will definitely book again next time.
Frank, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean and spacious. Breakfast was a huge plus in deciding between hotels
Dalia, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, close proximity to several food/bar choices
Christopher, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, very welcoming staff even during holidays
Kenny, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff at the front desk, I had a great room with city view and a wonderful breakfast in the morning.
Rene, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Pros: good price, free breakfast, nice pool, staff was nice and it was clean. Cons: location is 1 block from homeless shelter, bathroom fan was horrible, AC unit was either freezing or sweltering with only 1 degree change, tv remote was basically unusable. 😂
Tiffany, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Courteous staff, efficient check-in and check-out. Clean room, great location. Not very loud considering the nightlife spots around, but I did not stay on a weekend. Breakfast was wonderful and included with room. Parking was very convenient, but note that overnight self-parking was $50 after tax.
Marisol, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room is very clean, nice free breakfast too
Kristina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room and service were amazing, great location, a few blocks from 6th Street.
Melinda m, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Check in and check out was super easy!!room was clean!!
Rebecca, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was really good. Staff was friendly. Customer service was amazing.
MOUZOONA, 6-night trip