What is East MLK like?

You'll be sure to have fun visiting Austin's East MLK neighborhood. Are you looking for East MLK travel tips? Be sure to check out Sahara Lounge and Morris Williams Golf Course while you're in the neighborhood.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the East MLK area?

Expedia has 218 hotels and other accommodations in East MLK to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Austin area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East MLK, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in East MLK.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to East MLK?

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What can I see and do in this Austin neighborhood?

If you're looking for activities to do while you're in East MLK, check out Morris Williams Golf Course and Harvey Penick Golf Campus. You could also plan a visit to Sahara Lounge or Education Service Center Region 13 while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around East MLK include Pond, Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches, and Cafe Mueller by H-E-B. Austin Bouldering Project and Thinkery are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Austin.

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1. Hyatt Place Austin Airport

8.3 km from East MLK

Amanda

₩224,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

2. Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

6 km from East MLK

Nidhi Pravin

₩197,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and orange throw blankets. There are bedside lamps and a clock on the nightstand.

3. Drury Inn & Suites Austin North

5.6 km from East MLK

Penny

₩155,444 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A restaurant with long tables, red chairs, and a bar area.

4. Aiden Austin City Hotel

South River City, 8.2 km from East MLK

Mary

₩179,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central chandelier, and a kitchen in the background.

5. Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

8 km from East MLK

Natarajan

₩86,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A spacious courtyard with a central seating area featuring a sofa and chairs, surrounded by a tiled floor and a large tree.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Austin

5.4 km from East MLK

Jennifer

₩167,506 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

6 km from East MLK

Kathleen

₩149,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A multi-story hotel with a stone facade and a blue roof. It features a parking lot with handicapped accessibility.

8. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport

7.6 km from East MLK

David

₩107,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A breakfast buffet area with various food items and a yogurt and cereal display.

9. Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX

7.2 km from East MLK

Roxann

₩138,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern, multi-story building, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped driveway.

10. Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

5.4 km from East MLK

Dustin

₩160,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious living area with large windows, a modern kitchen, and a dining area.

11. Best Western Plus Austin Central

5 km from East MLK

Rain

₩153,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A multi-level atrium with a central open space, surrounded by seating areas and plants.

12. Hilton Austin Airport

8.2 km from East MLK

Lewis

₩266,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A grand, multi-level hotel lobby with a central spiral staircase, a registration desk, and a seating area with a patterned carpet.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Austin Downtown

Waller Creek District, 6.6 km from East MLK

Wen Ting

₩175,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A modern building with a glass facade and a prominent tower.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

Waller Creek District, 6.4 km from East MLK

gloria

₩224,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A hotel lobby with a cityscape mural, reception desks, and a marble floor.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport

7.6 km from East MLK

Robert

₩128,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

16. Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Waller Creek District, 6.6 km from East MLK

roel

₩190,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

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

Holly, 4.9 km from East MLK

Sofiyath Lahi Olare Waju Adu

₩171,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A modern building with a glass facade, a prominent tower, and a pedestrian bridge.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

Waller Creek District, 6.4 km from East MLK

Joseph Edward

₩190,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

19. Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

Congress Avenue Historic District, 6.5 km from East MLK

Tommy

₩224,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

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

Holly, 5 km from East MLK

Samantha

₩178,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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Where to stay in East MLK

Find the best East MLK areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Austin

Central business district with high-rise buildings, Downtown Austin offers shopping at Second Street District and Sixth Street, art at Contemporary Austin Jones Center, and sights like Texas State Capitol. Accessible via Capital MetroRail.

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The Domain

Dubbed as "Austin's second downtown," this high-density center boasts upscale retail stores, diverse dining options, and residential apartments. Explore Domain NORTHSIDE, Rock Rose district, and Q2 Stadium, with easy access to future Broadmoor and McKalla Place stations.

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Lower Basin Lake Travis

If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

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South Congress

Eclectic small retailers, diverse dining options, and vibrant music and art venues define this shopping and cultural district. Hop on MetroRapid Route 801 for easy city access, or explore the square's food trucks for tasty treats.

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Bouldin Creek

If you're spending some time in Bouldin Creek, South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.

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Top East MLK Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This Is, a perfect hotel to stay at, offers everything within walking distance."

citizenM Austin Downtown

8/10 Good

"The hotel had a very modern look and was clean. However the technology was not the easiest to use (coming from someone in their 20’s). I would use the tablet to turn the air conditioning down and the temperature never regulated. The rooftop pool and bar was a nice addition, but if you are traveling with kids I would not recommend. The check in/checkout process was odd. They show it being fully self instructed but the workers would intervene and decided to ask questions when we are already leaving. Even though there were more than six workers just sitting there. They also have no designated parking garage or validation. When we asked about it the worker just explained how a parking garage works…"

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Our top choices for East MLK hotels

1. Hyatt Place Austin Airport

2. Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3. Drury Inn & Suites Austin North

4. Aiden Austin City Hotel

5. Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Austin

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

8. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport

9. Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX

10. Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

11. Best Western Plus Austin Central

12. Hilton Austin Airport

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Austin Downtown

14. Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport

16. Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

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

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

19. Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

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

Where to stay in East MLK

Downtown Austin

The Domain

Lower Basin Lake Travis

South Congress

Bouldin Creek

Top East MLK Hotel Reviews

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

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