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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
(82 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, City View

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

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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
(42 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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 Rainey Street 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
  • Rainey Street
    Rainey Street
    12 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
  • Elysium
    3 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
  • 1 meeting room, a banquet hall, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, a computer station, and ATM/banking services
  • 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

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)

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 Comedy Mothership 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1327 out of 2210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 453 out of 2210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 222 out of 2210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 112 out of 2210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 96 out of 2210 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very nice stay and the breakfast was great also close to everything downtown. I will definitely stay again soon..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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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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8/10 Good

Mark Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants were amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ishaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room | Great lounge/common area| walking distance to most of the places you want to see
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

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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8/10 Good

Paul

Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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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8/10 Good

Nicole Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean and nice. Our bed was so comfortable. Great location to walk to 6th street Breakfast was amazing every morning! Bartender Kristine was so friendly and nice!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Naeemah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service and complimentary breakfast was good. Rooms weee dated. AC consistently made abrupt noises, hard to sleep. The shower paint was coming off.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 5 nights and really enjoyed it. The hotel provided everything we needed, was well located in a slightly quieter part of town but all our restaurants and bars were easily accessible on foot. Breakfast was plentiful each morning and slightly changed day to day. The beds were comfortable and the swimming pool was a great bonus. Would definitely recommend for a stay in Austin.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attentive cleaning staff, overall very clean, tidy and well presented hotel. A good breakfast and good coffee. The poolside seating and relaxing areas are a huge bonus. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 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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10/10 Excellent

MARC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Didnt eat but coffee was good. Staff helpful and engaging!! Was a nice spot for exploring.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast. Nice room. Location within walking distance of 6th Street bars, restaurants, & entertainment. Stubbs BBQ is conveniently across street. Confusing interior at first with 2 hotels sharing the same building, but we figured it out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location. The front desk staff was amazing, very welcoming. Breakfast was very fresh, delicious and plenty of room to sit down and eat comfortable. The room was very spacious and clean. I will definitely be recommending this hotel and staying here in the future if I need to come back to Austin, Texas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
great room, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Gustavo Andres

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! Check out time was noon no rushing up and getting out. The breakfast offered was good with variety of choices. Shower was amazing great pressure and a good size! Great dove products to use . Definitely happy with our stay. Parking was expensive I felt like it should be included with Your stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026