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Motel 9 University-Downtown

2.0 star property
Guests can cool off in the seasonal outdoor pool or explore nearby attractions like Darrell K Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium while staff handles the details.

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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

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Highlights

Fridge
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

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Fridge
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 area

Austin is home to Motel 9 University-Downtown. 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 Lake Austin. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Visit our Austin travel guide
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2900 N I 35, Austin, TX, 78705

What's nearby

  • LBJ Presidential Library
    LBJ Presidential Library
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bass Performance Hall in downtown Fort Worth - Texas, United States
    Bass Concert Hall
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Downtown Austin skyline. Austin is the capital of Texas, USA. Panorama view of the central business district and Lady Bird Lake on the Colorado River.
    Moody Center
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Texas at Austin which includes a sunset and heritage architecture
    University of Texas at Austin
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium
    17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Martin Luther King Jr Station
    6 min drive
  • Austin Station
    15 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Big Shaq’s Chicken Shack
    13 min walk
  • Dell Technologies Club
    14 min walk
  • Sour Duck Market
    14 min walk
  • Pizza Di Roma
    7 min walk
  • Snarf's Sandwiches
    6 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 such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Multilingual staff, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Motel 9 University-Downtown have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths
  • 27-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, 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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift
  • 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 organised 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 films

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10.00, per pet, per night, plus a one-off 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 on 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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night plus a one-off USD 50 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Rodeway Inn University Downtown
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9 University Downtown Austin
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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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout 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 miles (5 km). Martin Luther King Jr Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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

Motel 9 University-Downtown Reviews

5.0

5.4

Cleanliness

6.2

Location

6.0

Staff & service

4.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 199 out of 637 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was nice and the rooms were cleaner than expected the location was good also
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly bang for your buck! Super helpful staff loved it there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great.cleaned room, staffs were very polite.All overall everything was great and will back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Max

Liked: Cleanliness
The motel had a perfect location close to the University campus and also reasonable rates. Room 210 had a valve problem with the cold water at the bathroom sink. The flow was very slow. Overall, a good stay with reasonable rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

day

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hostess was a very kind person and very understanding. Place was not up to parr. Too many roaches, when taking a shower the water would land outside the shower area, the room had several lamps that didn’t work, pretty okay place for the price to reach downtown Austin.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Balling on a budget

The room was dated but you can tell it’s under new ownership and they’re working to make improvements. The pool is out of commission so don’t be fooled. But the location is really convenient and the woman in the front office was super kind and always available. I was a little shocked at first by the condition of the property overall, but it was safe and the stay was fine. I would stay there again if I ever was looking for a budget room.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay . Attendant was very nice and welcoming . Area is safe and peaceful . Definitely will be staying there any time I’m in town
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Howard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service, location, parking - horrid building

If you're in Austin to see a show at the Moody Center, this hotel is walkable, has FREE parking (most hotels charge $30-50 a night) and the family who runs it are very, very nice and hospitable. So when I say that the hotel itself has seen much, much better days, it's still a decent option if you just need a safe clean bed and parking. The building itself is in very poor repair. Some of the rooms looked permanently closed. While you could tell the bathrooms were cleaned regularly, the moldy grout, peeling walls and water stains told a different story. The carpet, walls, curtains etc. were in terrible shape. The fire alarm had been ripped off the wall, the hole plugged with yellowed paper towels. But the sheets were clean, the bed was comfy enough. And as the parking lot was well lit, and the family seemed to live onsite, I never felt unsafe. If I'm ever in town for a show at the Moody Center, traveling alone and just need a place to park and snooze, I would return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine for the price

You get what you pay for. It was an acceptable room for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Staff & service
Had a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Stanley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was next to the hospital
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Todd

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old, run down dirty motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Eh

Was very out dated I stayed here to be close to the moody center it was pretty close to everything. But beside that probably wouldn’t stay again unless remodeled
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not bad for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
they need to fix the shower, the rod was broken and they need to fix the bathroom which was running all night, otherwise everything else was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Karl

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had to have my bathroom immediately re-cleaned checking in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Raheem

Very accessible just needs a little more Tlc
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Shame on you

deplorable site. we left without staying. decrepit, dirty, decaying
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The woman working the front desk was so horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Javier

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Durty durty durty

Too much durty bad Service and room bad evrithing never come back Homeless live in half property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nidia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I need someone feom Hotel.com contact me ASAP.. This is not acceptable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The photos on-line of the entire place are from the time it first opened, and everything now is so bad that me and my wife cancelled our stay and stayed somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were barely cleaned. The shower curtains had mold. The tub and sink overflowed when using
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Omar

Motel is quite old. This is the cheapest option i could find to stay close to downtown. You get what you paid. I could not connect for some reason to wi Fi. Parking is free so that is a plus and TV has great channels. I struggle to communicate properly with personnel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

JAMES

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very dirty outside hotel. Needs new mattresses. Interior needs to be cleaned up
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024