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Austin Map: Austin MotelAustin Motel Frommer's Highly Recommended

Address
1220 S. Congress St
Location south of Nelly, about 1/2 mile south of Riverside, South Austin
Phone 512/441-1157
Fax 512/441-1157
Web site www.austinmotel.com
Room Information 41 units
Prices $60-$90 single; $80-$122 double; $143-$153 suite
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, fridge (in some rooms), coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron, safe
Parking Free parking
Pets Limited number of rooms for pets; one-time $10 fee

Frommer's Review

It's not only nostalgia that draws repeat guests to this Austin institution, established in 1938 on what used to be the old San Antonio Highway and in the current owner's family since the 1950s. A convenient (but not quiet) location on trendy South Congress Avenue and reasonable rates help, too. Other assets are a classic kidney-shaped pool, a great neon sign, free HBO, free coffee in the lobby, and El Sol y La Luna, a good Latin restaurant that's popular with Town Lake athletes on weekend mornings. It's also got one of those rarities: real single rooms, so those traveling on their own don't have to pay for a bed they're not sleeping in. All rooms are different and some are more recently renovated than others, so ask to look before settling in.

Facilities:
Outdoor pool

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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