Austin Motel: from $379 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $379 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Austin Motel on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

Austin Motel is a retro boutique motel on South Congress in Austin, United States.

Address: 1220 South Congress Ave., Austin. Property ID: 1277331. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/austin/austin-motel-1277331

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/austin/austin-motel-1277331/2026-11-21/2-adults

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1 night

Total price: $379 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $576 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-23 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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3 nights

Total price: $773 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-24 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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4 nights

Total price: $997 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-25 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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5 nights

Total price: $1,221 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $1,445 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $1,694 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $1,947 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $2,144 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-30 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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10 nights

Total price: $2,343 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $2,525 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $2,709 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $2,902 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $3,123 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-05 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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#4 of 6 hotels in South Congress by Axel's take. South Congress is #3 of 8 places to stay in Austin. The best hotels in South Congress, ranked · Where to stay in Austin

Axel's take: 8.6/10

A strong South Congress pick for retro character, friendly service and pool time. A retro boutique motel on South Congress, scored for what it is.

Austin Motel is a retro boutique motel, not a full-service hotel, and we think its strongest selling point is stepping straight into South Congress. Its 41 rooms pair playful decor with simple motel comforts, while the kidney-shaped pool gives the property a sociable center. Recent Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly praise the welcoming staff, cleanliness and walkability. One complimentary parking space per room is a useful extra.

You’re paying for character and location rather than spacious, polished rooms. Some guests mention small bathrooms, aging furnishings or maintenance niggles; noise between rooms also surfaces, though feedback remains strongly positive overall. The pool welcomes day-pass visitors and hosts events, so don’t expect a private retreat. We’d choose it for a relaxed Austin weekend, but skip it if you need generous bathroom space, a gym or dependable hush.

• Best for: Couples on an Austin weekend; South Congress shopping and dining; Travelers who enjoy a sociable pool

• Watch out for: Small bathrooms and some aging fixtures; Potential room noise and pool events; Stayover housekeeping must be arranged

• Location: Right on South Congress, with restaurants, coffee, shops and live music within walking distance.

• Rooms: Colorful, simple motel rooms; some guests flag tight bathrooms, wear and sound transfer.

• Cleanliness: Recent feedback is predominantly positive, including repeated praise for clean rooms.

• Service: Friendly, helpful staff are a consistent strength; stayover cleaning is by appointment.

• Amenities: Outdoor pool, pool bar, Rocky’s Bar and Wi-Fi; Joann’s dining next door, but no gym or spa.

• Fees and surprises: One parking space included; extra vehicles and dogs cost more, and check-in includes a refundable incidental hold.

Axel's opinion of Austin Motel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Booking.com · Reddit. Reviewed Oct 15, 2026.

About Austin Motel

• Property type: Mini-hotel
• 2-star hotel
• 1220 South Congress Ave., Austin
• Guest rating: 4.4/5 on Google from 592 reviews (location 4.5/5)
• Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Soco Station (SB): 7 min walk · Austin-Bergstrom International Airport: 24 min by taxi · Killeen Regional Airport: 84 min by taxi · Mexic-Arte Museum: 6 min by taxi · The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center: 7 min by taxi · Zilker Botanical Garden: 9 min by taxi
• Optional charges: Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per day
• Hotel policies: Deposit: $100 per room per night; Pet deposit: $20 per guest per stay; Pets: $20 per guest per stay
• Amenities: Outdoor pool, Restaurant, Bar, Parking (free), Pet-friendly, Dogs allowed, Accessible elevator, Wi-Fi (free), Business center, Meeting rooms
• Check-in from: 15:00
• Check-out by: 12:00
• City page: Hotels in Austin

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

Economy room

Economy Double room (full double bed)

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Standard room

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Standard room with pool view

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Standard room with water view

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Standard room with view

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Standard Single room

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Standard Quadruple room

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Standard Single room (single bed)

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Standard Double room (full double bed)

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Standard Double room with pool view (full double bed)

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Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

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Standard Quadruple room

• Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
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Deluxe room

• Room features: Fridge
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Deluxe Single room

• Room features: Fridge
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Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Room features: Fridge
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Grand room

Grand Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed

Luxury room

Suite

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Single Suite

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Double Suite (full double bed)

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Standard Suite

Deluxe Suite

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Deluxe Double Suite (full double bed)

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Grand Suite

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