The Best Hotels Closest to South Congress Avenue in Austin for 2026

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A covered walkway with a stone wall on one side and a wooden deck on the other, surrounded by trees.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including sofas and chairs.

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, metal chairs, and umbrellas, adjacent to a modern building with large windows and a wooden pergola.

1. The Inn at Green Pastures

Bouldin Creek, 1.1 km from South Congress Avenue

Jennifer

₩268,771

₩314,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a sign reading "Perfect Strangers."

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

A gym with exercise equipment, a large window, and a decorative sculpture.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

2. Hotel ZaZa Austin

3.1 km from South Congress Avenue

Jessica

₩363,668

₩503,160 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables, and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, seating areas, a bar, and a view of the city at night.

3. Fairmont Austin Gold Experience

Waller Creek District, 2.8 km from South Congress Avenue

Dennis

₩545,947

₩714,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A modern indoor spa area with a hot tub, seating, and a city view.

A modern building with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating, and a clear view of the interior.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, a fountain, and horse statues.

4. Fairmont Austin

Waller Creek District, 2.8 km from South Congress Avenue

david

₩326,313

₩449,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A covered outdoor seating area with a city skyline view, featuring a round table, chairs, and potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a large mirror, and a glass shower enclosure.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a view.

A modern building with a glass facade, a sign reading 'CUVÉE COFFEE,' and a balcony.

5. The Code Hotel

2.4 km from South Congress Avenue

Joseph

₩213,906

₩255,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A hotel named "Hotel SANJOSÉ" with a red-tiled roof, a balcony, and a well-maintained hedge.

A cozy seating area with a wooden bench and cushions, a small wooden table, and a black chair.

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

A cozy room with wooden shelves, a bench, and a window with a view of greenery.

6. Hotel San Jose

Bouldin Creek, 1.2 km from South Congress Avenue

Michelle

₩287,406

₩339,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a pool.

A library with bookshelves, a dining table with chairs, and a patterned carpet.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a wooden deck.

7. Colton House Hotel

0.4 km from South Congress Avenue

Oscar

₩207,197

₩332,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a garden area with various plants.

A bar area with wooden shelves and bottles.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a room with large windows and a potted plant.

8. The Carpenter Hotel

2.5 km from South Congress Avenue

Michael

₩236,269

₩316,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A spacious room with a wooden staircase, a red leather sofa, and various decorative items.

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a bartender, and a well-stocked shelf with bottles.

A hotel entrance with a black facade, a sign reading "PROPER", and a woman walking in.

9. Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

2.9 km from South Congress Avenue

John

₩598,241

₩791,146 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A courtyard with a large tree, a pathway, and a building with striped awnings.

10. Hotel Saint Cecilia

South River City, 1.4 km from South Congress Avenue

Anna

₩530,598

₩685,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, wicker chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a built-in fireplace.

A modern coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a variety of coffee and snack items.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

Waller Creek District, 3.1 km from South Congress Avenue

Joseph Edward

₩160,019

₩191,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "Fairfield" sign on the facade.

A modern kitchen with white brick walls, wooden cabinets, and a herringbone floor pattern. There are two round tables with chairs, a coffee station, and various kitchen appliances.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites Austin Downtown

Rainey Street Historic District, 2.5 km from South Congress Avenue

christina

₩164,110

₩198,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance area.

A modern bar area with a long counter, black metal chairs, and a green wall with tropical leaf patterns.

13. Austin Marriott Downtown

Waller Creek District, 2.7 km from South Congress Avenue

Arnold

₩270,369

₩365,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a green sofa and wicker chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining area with chairs, and a large window offering a city view.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

14. ROOST Rainey

Rainey Street Historic District, 2.5 km from South Congress Avenue

Madison

₩248,770

₩291,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring wooden ceiling beams and a long dining area with booths and tables.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, brick walls, and a seating area.

A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, featuring tall vases with white flowers and candlelit centerpieces.

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and contemporary lighting fixtures.

15. Hotel Van Zandt

Rainey Street Historic District, 2.6 km from South Congress Avenue

Ryan Christopher

₩218,420

₩322,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern bar area with seating, plants, and a city view.

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows providing natural light.

An outdoor lounge area with seating, plants, and a ceiling fan.

16. Tommie Austin, part of Jdv by Hyatt

Waller Creek District, 3.2 km from South Congress Avenue

Patricia

₩211,336

₩254,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hotel entrance with a stone facade and a wooden ceiling.

An indoor dining area with tables set for guests, a bar in the background, and hanging plants.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and city views.

A modern living room with a view of a cityscape, two grey armchairs, a round table with a plant, and a unique circular ceiling light fixture.

17. JW Marriott Austin

Congress Avenue Historic District, 2.8 km from South Congress Avenue

Danielle

₩401,826

₩523,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a city skyline view.

A modern building with a glass facade, a white car parked in front, and a large canopy structure.

A bar area with patrons seated at tables, a bartender preparing drinks, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

18. The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

Zilker, 2.7 km from South Congress Avenue

Caroline

₩296,331

₩420,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern bar area with seating, plants, and city views.

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall buildings.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and hanging pendant lights.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a fireplace, and city views.

19. Thompson Austin, by Hyatt

Waller Creek District, 3.2 km from South Congress Avenue

Daniel

₩437,385

₩583,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

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

A brightly lit boutique hotel room with a red chair, a red lamp, a potted plant, and a variety of colorful clothing items displayed on shelves and hangers.

A motel with a neon-lit geometric ceiling, a 'VACANCY' sign, and a 'YALL MEANS ALL!' banner.

An aerial view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a stone deck.

20. Austin Motel

Bouldin Creek, 1.3 km from South Congress Avenue

David

₩276,411

₩325,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to South Congress Avenue

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Inn at Green Pastures	10.0 Exceptional 99 reviews	View
Hotel ZaZa Austin	9.6 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Fairmont Austin Gold Experience	9.6 Exceptional 681 reviews	View
Fairmont Austin	9.4 Exceptional 2,397 reviews	View
The Code Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 367 reviews	View

Top South Congress Avenue Hotel Reviews

citizenM Austin Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"So fun"

Holiday Inn Austin -Town Lake by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room and great staff. Only spent 1 night but would stay here again when visiting the city."

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was exceptional. This is a really nice place and the breakfast was the best."

The Code Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I was impressed by the friendliness and “can do” attitude of the staff. The room was nicely furnished and I didn’t experience anything feeling run down or dated. I would stay there again."

The Inn at Green Pastures

10/10 Excellent

"The place is absolutely amazing! I would love to return. The peacocks were a delightful addition, so cute. The space is simply lovely, and there’s this wonderful historical home on the property. It’s green, and the bathroom is everything. Everything is just so perfect."

The LINE Austin

10/10 Excellent

"We had a staycation here for 4th of July weekend. So I understand the crowds, but the pool was maxed out the entire time, it was on the smaller side for this size hotel. A little noisy just due to location. This hotel was walking distance to s congress, auditorium shores and right in the middle of downtown. The taco service inside was amazing. Coffee shop was reasonable. Thanks for the memories!"

Colton House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful space and spacious room."

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Congress Avenue?

South Congress Avenue is located in an area of Austin known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 331 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near South Congress Avenue?

Adjacent to South Congress Avenue, Colton House Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a fitness center and a bar. Other good options within a short distance include Aiden Austin City Hotel and The Inn at Green Pastures.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Congress Avenue?

Expedia has 331 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Congress Avenue.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near South Congress Avenue.

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

To access more information about updating your stay near South Congress Avenue or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near South Congress Avenue?

Study the collections at South Austin Museum of Popular Culture, Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, or Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge, Austin Central Library, and Madison Cabin. You can catch a show at Moody Theater, Paramount Theatre, and Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park.

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Our top choices for South Congress Avenue hotels

1. The Inn at Green Pastures

2. Hotel ZaZa Austin

3. Fairmont Austin Gold Experience

4. Fairmont Austin

5. The Code Hotel

6. Hotel San Jose

7. Colton House Hotel

8. The Carpenter Hotel

9. Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

10. Hotel Saint Cecilia

11. Residence Inn by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites Austin Downtown

13. Austin Marriott Downtown

14. ROOST Rainey

15. Hotel Van Zandt

16. Tommie Austin, part of Jdv by Hyatt

17. JW Marriott Austin

18. The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

19. Thompson Austin, by Hyatt

20. Austin Motel

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Top South Congress Avenue Hotel Reviews

citizenM Austin Downtown

Holiday Inn Austin -Town Lake by IHG

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

The Code Hotel

The Inn at Green Pastures

The LINE Austin

Colton House Hotel

Other attractions near South Congress Avenue

St. Edward's University

South First Street

C-Boy's Heart & Soul

Greetings from Austin Mural

Guero's Taco Bar

White Tiger

The Continental Club

I Love You So Much Mural

Frequently asked questions