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Our top choices for South By Southwest hotels

Front of property – evening/night

Brava House Bed and Breakfast

Brava House Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
Clarksville, 1.3 km from South By Southwest
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (258 reviews)
"Lovely B&B guest house in a great location. We had the Van Gogh room which was really nice. Nice continental style breakfast. Easy walking distance onto 6th street, bars, restaurants and shopping areas. Free parking at property. We would happily stay here again."
United Kingdom
TIMOTHY
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Brava House Bed and Breakfast
Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Bathtub, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio

Heywood Hotel

Heywood Hotel
3.0 star property
East Cesar Chavez, 2.1 km from South By Southwest
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great, cool place with very friendly hosts"
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$323
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Heywood Hotel
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Large)

The Frances Modern Inn

The Frances Modern Inn
3.0 star property
Central East Austin, 1.4 km from South By Southwest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (454 reviews)
"Fantastic, beautiful space. It was luxurious and cozy, easy to access, and in a very convenient location. All around, a wonderful hotel, and we had a delightful stay."
United States
Alicia
The price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
The Frances Modern Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views

Hotel ZaZa Austin

Hotel ZaZa Austin
4.5 star property
0.5 km from South By Southwest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay at ZAZA!"
United States
Mark
The price is AU$544
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Hotel ZaZa Austin
Sauna, hot tub, steam room

Fairmont Austin Gold Experience

Fairmont Austin Gold Experience
5.0 star property
Waller Creek District, 1.1 km from South By Southwest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (668 reviews)
"Great loctaion. New building with great rooms. Staff very nice and friendly. Quality of food was great at the gold level."
Canada
Maryam
The price is AU$672
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Fairmont Austin Gold Experience
Front of property

The Eastside Lodge Austin

The Eastside Lodge Austin
4.0 star property
East Cesar Chavez, 1.7 km from South By Southwest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Beautiful place to spend a few days. Beds were comfy. You will have everything you need and be minutes away from downtown. I would stay again. "
United States
Sonia
The price is AU$717
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
The Eastside Lodge Austin
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers

Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street
3.0 star property
Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (683 reviews)
"Everything was great lots of choices for Breakfast. Parking was easy Great experience "
United States
Deborah
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street
Exterior

AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas

AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas
4.0 star property
1.2 km from South By Southwest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"It was beautiful, smelled lovely and would stay here again and again."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas
Exterior

ROOST Rainey

ROOST Rainey
2.0 star property
Rainey Street Historic District, 1.4 km from South By Southwest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Amazing place "
United States
Jesus
The price is AU$326
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
ROOST Rainey
Exterior

The Loren Hotel Austin

The Loren Hotel Austin
5.0 star property
Zilker, 1.5 km from South By Southwest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (383 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, staff awesome. Pets allowed, spa onsite and coffee shop on site, fitness room, lake across the street. Love this place"
United States
Sara
The price is AU$570
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Loren Hotel Austin
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Carpenter Hotel

The Carpenter Hotel
3.5 star property
1.8 km from South By Southwest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (912 reviews)
"Such a great hotel, loved the pool and rooms. Staff was amazing and very well located too"
Canada
Kadiza
The price is AU$313
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Carpenter Hotel
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool loungers

Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street
2.5 star property
Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900 reviews)
"Nice & clean property and staff. "
United States
Dana
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street
View from property

Aloft Austin Downtown

Aloft Austin Downtown
3.0 star property
Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.3 km from South By Southwest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was very friendly, location is great! Definitely will be staying here on my next trip to Austin!"
United States
Gisselle-Viviana
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Aloft Austin Downtown
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
4.0 star property
Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.2 km from South By Southwest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (885 reviews)
"Clean room and great restaurant staff!!!"
United States
Julia
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
1 June - 2 June
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Front of property

Hotel San Jose

Hotel San Jose
4.0 star property
Bouldin Creek, 2.4 km from South By Southwest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Excellent location. Very charming grounds. Feels very intimate but easy to get to a variety of restaurants and stores. Would book again. "
United States
Carrie
The price is AU$316
includes taxes & fees
7 June - 8 June
Hotel San Jose
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel
4.0 star property
0.4 km from South By Southwest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,978 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"
United States
fernando
The price is AU$358
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Omni Austin Hotel
Lobby

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
4.0 star property
Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.3 km from South By Southwest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,187 reviews)
"Location and hotel were great!"
United States
Brian
The price is AU$294
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
Rooftop bar

Tommie Austin, part of Jdv by Hyatt

Tommie Austin, part of Jdv by Hyatt
3.5 star property
Waller Creek District, 0.5 km from South By Southwest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,079 reviews)
"It was a great stay perfect location and beautiful property"
United States
Arianna
The price is AU$307
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Tommie Austin, part of Jdv by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool loungers

Canopy by Hilton Austin Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Austin Downtown
4.0 star property
0.6 km from South By Southwest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay! The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, the location was perfect with great bars and spots within walking distance, and the restaurant at the hotel was absolutely amazing."
United States
MARCELA
The price is AU$272
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Canopy by Hilton Austin Downtown
Lobby

Hampton Inn & Suites Austin @ The University / Capitol

Hampton Inn & Suites Austin @ The University / Capitol
2.5 star property
0.9 km from South By Southwest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,255 reviews)
"Location and hot breakfast buffet was the best! "
United States
Petrarch
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hampton Inn & Suites Austin @ The University / Capitol
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Compare popular hotels close to South By Southwest

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property – evening/night
Brava House Bed and Breakfast
3.5 star property
10.0
Exceptional
258 reviews
View
Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Bathtub, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio
Heywood Hotel
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
68 reviews
View
Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Large)
The Frances Modern Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
454 reviews
View
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; pool views
Hotel ZaZa Austin
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,006 reviews
View
Sauna, hot tub, steam room
Fairmont Austin Gold Experience
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
668 reviews
View

Top South By Southwest Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

2/10 Terrible
"Room was not very clean, bathroom was dirty and had a urine smell. Air conditioner did not function correctly and the main room was not very clean as well. Parking structure was dirty as well. Stayed 20 mins and left the property to another stay at another hotel."
Rodney 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

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4.3/5 (8 reviews)
An eclectic collection of engaging contemporary artwork housed in two unique locations.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South By Southwest?
South By Southwest is located in Austin. This metropolitan area is known for its bar scene and cycling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 564 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to South By Southwest?
Adjacent to South By Southwest, Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices close by include La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown and Omni Austin Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near South By Southwest?
Expedia has 564 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South By Southwest.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South By Southwest, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near South By Southwest.
What can I see and do near South By Southwest?
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Blanton Museum of Art and LBJ Presidential Library feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Austin Central Library, Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge and Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Paramount Theatre, Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park and Moody Theater.
How can I get to South By Southwest?
Head over to Downtown Station for metro transport. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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