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Motel 9 University-Downtown

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near University of Texas at Austin

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Dining
Business center
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Front of property
Front of property
Motel 9 University-Downtown places travelers in Austin's center with practical comforts. Enjoy a seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and multilingual staff for dry cleaning assistance. Self-parking ensures easy access.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard Single Bed)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Refrigerator
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Microwave
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Austin is home to Motel 9 University-Downtown. 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.
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Map
2900 N I 35, Austin, TX, 78705

What's nearby

  • Moody Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Texas State Capitol - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Martin Luther King Jr Station - 8 min drive
  • Austin Station - 13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snarf's Sandwiches - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Di Roma - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Salty Sow - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Este - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Haymaker - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 9 University-Downtown

Motel near University of Texas at Austin
Close to Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium and Moody Center, Motel 9 University-Downtown provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Motel 9 University-Downtown offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and bathtubs
  • 27-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 1 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50 and a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 uses a grey water recycling system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Rodeway Inn University Downtown
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Rodeway Inn University Motel
Rodeway Inn University
9 University Downtown Austin
Rodeway Inn University Downtown
Motel 9 University-Downtown Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 9 University-Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 50 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Motel 9 University-Downtown located?

Situated in Austin, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of St. David's Medical Center, Moody Center, and Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. University of Texas at Austin and Sixth Street are also within 3 mi (5 km). Martin Luther King Jr Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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