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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 star property
Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet and relax poolside at this centrally located Austin hotel, with easy access to downtown attractions.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University places travelers in the heart of Austin's vibrant downtown. Enjoy a free breakfast buffet, outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, and in-room WiFi. Visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(75 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(127 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(112 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobil, Tub)

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Comm)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Austin, a neighborhood in Austin, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG is in the entertainment district. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. 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. Visit our Austin travel guide
Map
805 Neches Street, Austin, TX, 78701

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street
    Sixth Street
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Texas State Capitol
    Texas State Capitol
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Austin_AustinConventionCenter_6080899-2
    Austin Convention Center
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin
    University of Texas at Austin
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lady Bird Lake
    Lady Bird Lake
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Las Perlas
    3 min walk
  • The Mohawk
    2 min walk
  • Seven Grand
    4 min walk
  • Hoboken Pie
    2 min walk
  • Ditty Dog
    4 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 along with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, 1 meeting room, and a computer station
  • A banquet hall, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about 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

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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 45 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.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 1 percent destination fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45 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; cash is not accepted
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.

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 45 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 First Baptist Church and Sixth Street. University of Texas at Austin and Texas State Capitol are also within 15 minutes. Downtown Station is 7 minutes by foot and Plaza Saltillo Station is 18 minutes.

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Reviews

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

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1317 out of 2152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 435 out of 2152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 209 out of 2152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 2152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 2152 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check-in, friendly faces, very clean— would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and in a good location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean, close to downtown, excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and breakfast, friendly staff. The only down fall was the elevator was not working and the parking was expensive
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aracely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool views of downtown couldn’t get any better it’s one of the best views in the city. Easy access to everything nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
great room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Naoko

Liked: Staff & service
The room was fairly clean and spacious. They also have a nice seating area with outlets if you want to work on your laptop. The surrounding area felt a bit sketchy though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly accommodating staff, the room was pretty good, and they provided a good buffet breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jenee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful and friendly staff! Pool was freezing
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jaylen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience. Kind and gracious staff. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gustavo Andres

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viktoriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in downtown and 5 min walking to Capitol. Beautiful swimming pool. Parking is expensive. On Sunday parking in the streets is free
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martyna Ada

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay at this hotel. The room was clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Recently merged with the neighboring hotel, so the check in desk, entrance, etc seemed like a hike to our room, but it was well signed so we never got lost. Desk staff were very helpful. Great location to go to the Sixth Street bars.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, nice staff, nice breakfast, tasty water
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly check in desk staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, staff was friendly and attentive. Will definitely book again next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Clean room, nice view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and spacious. Breakfast was a huge plus in deciding between hotels
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, clean room, good hot breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, close proximity to several food/bar choices
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Eillen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were courteous. Room was spotless
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Whole arrangement with Indigo hotel in part of building and HIE on other floors was confusing. Staff were courteous, breakfast buffet good. Parking was expensive and unexpected...$50 a day for guests seems ridiculous.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026