South Congress Travel Guide

Austin

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Stay near popular South Congress attractions

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South Congress Avenue

9.0/10 (5,511 reviews)
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
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Things to do

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin

฿4,231
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Weird Austin City Tour

Weird Austin City Tour

฿1,968
per adult
Weird Austin City Tour
Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person

Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person

฿1,385
per adult
Sunset Boat Tour of Lake Austin Per Person
The Depths

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin

฿1,455
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

฿1,207
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour
Paddle Boarding on Lake Austin Per Person

1 Hour Paddle Board Rental on Lake Austin Per Person

฿656
per adult
1 Hour Paddle Board Rental on Lake Austin Per Person
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Top hotels in South Congress

Aiden Austin City Hotel

Aiden Austin City Hotel

4 out of 5
2200 S I H 35 Austin TX
The price is ฿4,265 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,265
฿5,116 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Aiden Austin City Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress

3.5 out of 5
300 S Congress Ave Austin TX
The price is ฿6,911 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
฿6,911
฿8,247 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel

4 out of 5
2510 South Congress Ave Austin TX
The price is ฿7,291 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿7,291
฿10,694 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (873 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel very clean and quiet. Front desk was very helpful, had to wait a bit to check in they were only checking one at a time and the parking was a little tricky. Would stay again though good location"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Colton House Hotel
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is ฿5,750 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿5,750
฿6,890 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35 Austin TX
The price is ฿1,735 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿1,735
฿2,170 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,894 reviews)
"I stayed at 3 different hotels over the course of 11 days and this was the best one! I believe Austin has a major fent problem. I saw a lot of homeless people but this hotel did not have anything like that there. This was when I was out and about the city. I only stayed one night but I loved everything ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Hotel Van Zandt

Hotel Van Zandt

4 out of 5
605 Davis Street Austin TX
The price is ฿8,921 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿8,921
฿12,119 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Hotel Van Zandt
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Where to stay in South Congress

Find the best South Congress areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Austin

Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

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The Domain

Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Cap City Comedy Club – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

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Bouldin Creek

While visiting Bouldin Creek, you might make a stop by sights like South First Street and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

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East Cesar Chavez

While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.

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Waller Creek District

While you're in Waller Creek District, take in top sights like Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Downtown Station to see more of the city.

South Congress Travel Guide