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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Sixth Street

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Free daily buffet breakfast
Room amenity
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
In downtown Austin, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University offers a vibrant retreat. Enjoy the free breakfast buffet, unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas, or connect to in-room WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

Room options

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Showing 12 of 12 rooms

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Pool View (Comm)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm, Roll Shwr)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 580 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, District View)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm, District View)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 580 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Roll Shower)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Roll Shower)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 580 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Downtown Austin, a neighborhood in Austin, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG is in the entertainment district. Moody Theater and Austin City Limits are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. With kayaking and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Map
805 Neches Street, Austin, TX, 78701

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Texas State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Moody Theater - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 6 min walk
  • Austin Station - 13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Perlas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cheer Up Charlie's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Mohawk - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Seven Grand - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pelóns - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Hotel near Sixth Street
Close to Austin Convention Center and Moody Theater, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a terrace. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Meeting rooms, a computer station, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 171 rooms include comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 35 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 35 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Austin Downtown University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Austin Downtown University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Austin Downtown University by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

As of Aug 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG on Sept 1, 2025 start from CA $108.22, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 35 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Austin, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Esther's Follies and Sixth Street. University of Texas at Austin and Texas State Capitol are also within 15 minutes. Downtown Station is 6 minutes by foot and Plaza Saltillo Station is 18 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1053 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 1700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 1700 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikolas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, would definitely stay here everytime
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great for visiting the Red River Cultural District.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good place with good breakfast, everything clean and upgraded.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and the facility was extremely clean and affordable!! We will def be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall this is a great hotel. Excellent staff, clean, and a great pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love their beds and pillows so much!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s amazing hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and then staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chequita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great! I will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel great staff and amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic pool area, staff was amazing and helped me through losing luggage, have credit card denied and just assured me it would be ok. Hotel was clean, room nice, breakfast better than expected!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and bathroom was very spacious i loved that. Breakfast bar was fresh and good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great walkable downtown location. Clean room And clean bed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel. Close to everything on 6th st. Secured parking was worth all the money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed
View from the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location - close to everything, with friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and welcoming, also very assessable to different parts of Downtown Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and amenities. Pool was excellent and free breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Good location and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025