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A two-story house with a front porch, a visible entryway, and a garden with sunflowers.

1. Brava House Bed and Breakfast

Clarksville, 1.3 km from South By Southwest

Albert

₩222,543 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A round wooden table with two upholstered chairs, a potted plant, and two glasses of red drink on the table.

2. The Frances Modern Inn

Central East Austin, 1.4 km from South By Southwest

Gregory

₩333,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A modern building with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a garden area with plants and a hammock.

3. Frame Hotel - Treehouse

South River City, 2.4 km from South By Southwest

jose

₩611,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and modern buildings.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest

Stephanie

₩181,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A covered outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and tables, a pool in the background, and potted plants along the walls.

5. Hotel ZaZa Austin

0.5 km from South By Southwest

evan

₩479,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a round coffee table, and several potted plants.

6. 1 Hotel Austin

Rainey Street Historic District, 1.2 km from South By Southwest

Karla

₩583,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A modern house with a covered porch, a well-maintained lawn, and a wooden fence.

7. The Eastside Lodge Austin

East Cesar Chavez, 1.7 km from South By Southwest

ALEXANDER

₩704,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A porch with wicker chairs, a small table, and a bench.

8. Hotel Saint Cecilia

South River City, 2.2 km from South By Southwest

Anna

₩673,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A rooftop lounge area with multiple grey cushioned lounge chairs and wooden tables, surrounded by a wooden lattice fence.

9. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest

Daisy

₩174,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a view of the outdoors.

10. Holly House

East Cesar Chavez, 2.1 km from South By Southwest

Krista

₩272,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern restaurant with a long bench seating area, wooden planters with greenery, and a high ceiling with natural light.

11. Omni Austin Hotel

0.4 km from South By Southwest

Leslie

₩297,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A bright room with a white sofa, two red chairs, a coffee table, and a large window.

12. Austin Motel

Bouldin Creek, 2.2 km from South By Southwest

Amanda

₩233,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A couple in a white robe standing by a pool with a cityscape view through large windows.

13. Fairmont Austin

Waller Creek District, 1.1 km from South By Southwest

Jason

₩402,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 27 - Nov 28

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a multi-story building with a patterned facade.

14. The Carpenter Hotel

1.8 km from South By Southwest

Lou

₩293,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A grand lobby with a central staircase, a chandelier, and a red accent wall.

15. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.3 km from South By Southwest

Adam

₩273,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, seating area, and a view of the city skyline.

16. Austin Marriott Downtown

Waller Creek District, 0.9 km from South By Southwest

Luis A

₩428,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A rooftop lounge with a city view, modern furniture, and a glass railing overlooking a river.

17. The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

Zilker, 1.5 km from South By Southwest

John Robert

₩443,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a water feature, and a view of the cityscape.

18. ROOST Rainey

Rainey Street Historic District, 1.4 km from South By Southwest

Vedat

₩286,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A pathway flanked by trees and buildings, with a wooden staircase leading to a covered area.

19. Hotel San Jose

Bouldin Creek, 2.4 km from South By Southwest

Joseph

₩329,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

20. Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

0.9 km from South By Southwest

Haley

₩615,690 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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Compare popular hotels close to South By Southwest

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Brava House Bed and Breakfast	3.5 star property	10.0 Exceptional 302 reviews	View
The Frances Modern Inn	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 525 reviews	View
Frame Hotel - Treehouse	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 246 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 970 reviews	View
Hotel ZaZa Austin	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near South By Southwest

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Downtown Austin

₩273,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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A white building with green awnings and a large arched entrance.

AMOA-Arthouse

8.6/10 (8 reviews)

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly

10/10 Excellent

Ana Karen

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, seating areas, and a reception desk.

Drury Inn & Suites Austin North

St. Johns

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

A modern building with a glass facade, arched entryways, and a covered outdoor area.

AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas

Austin

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly

10/10 Excellent

Phillip C.

The Carpenter Hotel

Zilker

10/10 Excellent

Talia

A dining area with a long table set for six, surrounded by black chairs with wooden legs. There are two vases with flowers on the table.

Archer Hotel Austin at the Domain

The Domain

10/10 Excellent

Robert Joseph

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Downtown Austin

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

A spacious living room with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a chandelier.

Colton House Hotel

South Congress

10/10 Excellent

ashley

A modern hotel lobby with a large piano sculpture, seating areas, and a bar.

Hampton Inn & Suites Austin @ The University / Capitol

Downtown Austin

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a prominent 'Element' sign.

Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

Downtown Austin

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

A modern retail area with snack displays and a beverage section.

Tru by Hilton Austin University Capitol District

Downtown Austin

10/10 Excellent

Evangeline

A rooftop patio with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

Cambria Hotel Austin Airport

Montopolis

10/10 Excellent

James

A spacious indoor area with a dining area, seating arrangements, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

Atwell Suites Austin Airport by IHG

Austin

10/10 Excellent

James

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around South By Southwest?

South By Southwest is located in Austin. This metropolitan area is known for its bar scene and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 617 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to South By Southwest?

Adjacent to South By Southwest, Omni Austin Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices close by include Hyatt House Austin/Downtown and Hotel Van Zandt.

How many hotels are there near South By Southwest?

Expedia has 617 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South By Southwest.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South By Southwest, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near South By Southwest.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South By Southwest?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near South By Southwest, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near South By Southwest?

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Blanton Museum of Art, and LBJ Presidential Library feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Bremond Block, Austin Central Library, and Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Paramount Theatre, Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park, and Moody Theater.

How can I get to South By Southwest?

Head over to Downtown Station for metro transit. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for South By Southwest hotels

1. Brava House Bed and Breakfast

2. The Frances Modern Inn

3. Frame Hotel - Treehouse

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

5. Hotel ZaZa Austin

6. 1 Hotel Austin

7. The Eastside Lodge Austin

8. Hotel Saint Cecilia

9. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

10. Holly House

11. Omni Austin Hotel

12. Austin Motel

13. Fairmont Austin

14. The Carpenter Hotel

15. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

16. Austin Marriott Downtown

17. The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

18. ROOST Rainey

19. Hotel San Jose

20. Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Compare popular hotels close to South By Southwest

Hotels recommended for families near South By Southwest

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Other attractions near South By Southwest

AMOA-Arthouse

Top South By Southwest Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around South By Southwest?

What's the best hotel to stay close to South By Southwest?

How many hotels are there near South By Southwest?

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South By Southwest, will I receive a refund?

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South By Southwest?

What can I see and do near South By Southwest?

How can I get to South By Southwest?