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The Best Mid-Range Hotels
Austin Motel (1220 S. Congress St.; tel. 512/441-1157): In Austin's cool SoCo district is this hip, funky, completely remodeled old motel. The place keeps an air of the past about it, but the rooms have been individually furnished, many with fun and flair.
Austin Folk House (506 West 22nd St.; tel. 888/290-6090): This bed-and-breakfast, with a great location on the west side of the university campus, offers rooms with plenty of character. Check out the artwork and enjoy some of the uncommon architectural features of this house. You're close to both downtown and the shops and restaurants on or just off of Lamar Boulevard.
Habitat Suites (500 E. Highland Mall Blvd.; tel. 800/535-4663): Several hotels in Austin take eco-consciousness beyond the old "we won't wash your towels" option, but no one takes it nearly as far as Habitat Suites. Almost everything here is eco-friendly. It's also guest friendly with quality linens and amenities, and lots of extras you don't see in other hotels.
Holiday Inn Austin Town Lake (20 North I-35, exit 233; tel. 800/HOLIDAY): Okay, it's a freeway hotel, but you're also on the lake. And by the time this book hits the shelves the hotel will have gone through a major remodeling. Get a room facing the lake and you'll have gorgeous views. The location is close to all the central Austin attractions.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
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