Austin Motel

The Austin Motel is cute, stylish, and in a great location. The cost for such a small room (w/ limited amenities, old fixtures, and a wildly loud AC that somehow didn't manage to cool down the incredibly small space) was higher than I would chose to do again. Overall, a cute space in prime location if that's what's most important to you. I wouldn't stay here again, though. Not enough worth in it or perks for the cost.

This is for the pool area. There's an event going on. It's worth it. Today was a pride event and they really did such a good job of putting on a good show.If you come for an event anticipates typical bar pricing. But you're at a damn pool party so it kind of makes it worth it. They have a couple of bars so you don't have to wait too long of a line.If you come for a drag show, anticipate the queens getting in the water with you. Which was a ton of fun. It does get a little rowdy. But when the weather gets warm in Austin, that's what we do.On a normal day of the week it's a much more lazy vibe. I definitely think it's worth checking out for just a lazy day by the pool. You can grab a pass for 25.Parking is not that bad around here, but just really look at signs. Tons of paid parking, but it's possible to get free if you look around.

This has been a motel for 90 years on South Congress. I love the rooms, they're eclectic big low-style with a mix of old and update. The old and new are so well blended to give a funky and homey feel.Beds are super comfy. Had the best nights of rest there.Staff is so nice, helpful, friendly, and just super fun to be around.I love the little bodega with motel merch, provisions, etc.Fully stocked mini fridge in the rooms with baskets of great snacks (though we didn't partake in either).I absolutely love this affordable and unique spot in the heart of ATX.

An iconic Austin staple that everyone should visit at least once! This day we were celebrating a friends birthday at the pool during their Chunky Dunk event. We had a blast! Everyone is always just there for a fun carefree time. If there is an event going on I recommend you arrive a bit early to find yourself a chair or spot on their lawn.

*Note: This review is for the pool*Austin summers are hot... triple digit hot! (No surprise there). Beat the heat with a pool reservation at the Austin Motel pool! You can buy 3-hour day passes online (Mon-Thurs is $25, Fri-Sun is $45). You can also swim in the evenings from 5-10pm at a discount, because let's be honest, it's hot at all hours of the day in Austin (Mon-Thurs nights $20, Fri-Sun nights $25). The Austin Motel pool also does "Full Moon Swims" from 5-10pm every full moon day, which is essentially just an excuse for me to go to the pool. Full moon tickets are $20 and discounted drinks are available at the pool bar. -Pool seating is plentiful, there were ~32 ish lounge chairs and 2 tables with 5 chairs each when I went. -Parking: Expect to pay for parking in the nearby surface lots or parking garages around Congress, OR you might get lucky and find free street parking in the neighborhoods! Just be sure you don't park on a street that's marked for residents only.Bring your sunscreen, book, and a friend and enjoy this kidney-bean-shaped pool to escape the summer heat. Highly recommend.

I think it was just ok. The best part is the location: right in the middle of Congress St with all its restaurants and bars and shops. We still Uber'd to restaurants downtown and on Lamar, though -- so it's not walkable to there. Yea, the vibe is pretty cool -- with its retro feel and neon lights and cute pool. However, otherwise it just feels a bit outdated. We didn't have the cool wallpaper in our room you see in all their photos. We actually didn't even have a phone in our room, so at first were at a loss how to call the front desk. (What if your cell phone dies?) For $300/night, I was honestly hoping to maybe at least get some cute room photos. Not the case. Just felt a bit drab.We also had to lug our big suitcases in the heat up quite a few stairs to get to our room. Same on the way out. Again, whatever -- I'm healthy, so 1st world problems. But for $300/night... I hear there's some more luxurious options for half the price in the area.

I was hesitant to write a review of this hotel because the staff was very friendly and helped me reschedule a missed reservation that they didn't have to do. I saw this written up many years ago in and have always wanted to stay at a fixed up retro motor court hotel so I thought this would be the way to get the experience I wanted without staying in a dump. It's not a dump... but it's not great either. Rooms are small, finish out is very basic and not in great shape, the doors need weatherstripping badly, and I'd be okay won't this if they were charging luxury hotel room rates for this place. The Embassy Suites a half mile down the road is half the price of this. In retrospect I wished we walked around, taken in the charm of this place and wished we had stayed here instead of actually staying here.

A time-warp and time capsule, in relation to Old Austin. I always wanted to stay here and in town for a company meeting, at long last I got my wish. Prima donnas or snobs, or those wanting the latest and greatest in hotel living should steal clear of this Austin landmark. But know that it's clean, tidy, safe and stylish. Many customers rave about the poolside cabana and both the cabana and poolside seem to be situated along the descent of a hill! The gift shop is excellent, as are the handful of friendly people working the front office throughout my stay and they're great conversationalists. Perfect motel if you want a true Old Austin spot on the SoCo strip--and it's worth staying here at least one night.

First, it looks and smells like a motel you rent by the hour. It smells like my grandmothers house. Old beer and products in fridge. Bed frames clearly used to house waterbeds once upon a time. Huge gap in door to room and woke up to a family of huge bugs. Shampoo and body wash in shower are a dark brown color. It's disgusting. The retro factor is greatly misguided. Ick!

We had a mom/daughter getaway last night and loved our stay. The king room was full of nostalgia for a child of the 70s. Loved the color scheme and all of the details you added to make it feel comfy such as snacks and drinks. The staff is friendly and helpful. Even played along to let us feel like tourists. Next door at Joanne's is a great place to eat. Loved the whole experience. Great courtyard for visiting and catching up. Thank you for a great getaway.