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A round wooden table with two upholstered chairs, a potted plant, and two glasses of red drink on the table.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a lush green landscape.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a woven chair, and a small table with a cactus. A large tropical mural decorates the wall.

1. The Frances Modern Inn

Central East Austin, 1.4 km from South By Southwest

Matthew

€179

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern outdoor seating area with a glass door leading to a patio, a wooden ceiling, and a hanging light fixture.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a bookshelf, a window with a view, and a lamp.

A cozy room with wooden shelving, a comfortable chair, and a desk area.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a built-in bench with cushions, and a view of the outside.

2. Heywood Hotel

East Cesar Chavez, 2.1 km from South By Southwest

Andrew

€190

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and modern buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a cityscape artwork, and a bar area with high stools.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, wooden paneling, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

A modern interior with a long dining area, seating arrangements, and a bar area.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest

Crystal

€110

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A couple in a white robe standing by a pool with a cityscape view through large windows.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables, and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, seating areas, a bar, and a view of the city at night.

4. Fairmont Austin Gold Experience

Waller Creek District, 1.1 km from South By Southwest

Dennis

€453

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a sign reading "Perfect Strangers."

A gym with exercise equipment, a large window, and a decorative sculpture.

A covered outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and tables, a pool in the background, and potted plants along the walls.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

5. Hotel ZaZa Austin

0.5 km from South By Southwest

Jessica

€321

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern house with a covered porch, a well-maintained lawn, and a wooden fence.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A modern house with a covered porch, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped yard.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, a microwave, and a ceiling fan.

6. The Eastside Lodge Austin

East Cesar Chavez, 1.7 km from South By Southwest

Sonia

€446

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern indoor spa area with a hot tub, seating, and a city view.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, a fountain, and horse statues.

7. Fairmont Austin

Waller Creek District, 1.1 km from South By Southwest

david

€277

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A grand lobby with a central staircase, a chandelier, and a red accent wall.

A restaurant with a bar area, tables set for dining, and a stone wall backdrop.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a table, overlooking a street with cars and trees.

A person in a white bathrobe reading 'The Royal Times' magazine, holding a cup, with a plate of croissants and a small bottle on a table.

8. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.3 km from South By Southwest

Veronica

€214

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A rooftop lounge area with multiple grey cushioned lounge chairs and wooden tables, surrounded by a wooden lattice fence.

A modern building with a brick facade and multiple windows, located in an urban setting with a clear sky.

A pool area with six lounge chairs and a wooden pergola.

9. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest

Sofiyath Lahi Olare Waju Adu

€102

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel named "Hotel SANJOSÉ" with a red-tiled roof, a balcony, and a well-maintained hedge.

A cozy room with wooden shelves, a bench, and a window with a view of greenery.

A cozy seating area with a wooden bench and cushions, a small wooden table, and a black chair.

A pathway flanked by trees and buildings, with a wooden staircase leading to a covered area.

10. Hotel San Jose

Bouldin Creek, 2.4 km from South By Southwest

Michelle

€209

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a multi-story building with a patterned facade.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a room with large windows and a potted plant.

A covered walkway with brick walls, wooden flooring, and potted plants.

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a garden area with various plants.

11. The Carpenter Hotel

1.8 km from South By Southwest

Heather

€195

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent tower in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

A balcony with wooden furniture, a table with breakfast items, and potted plants.

A reception area with wooden reception desks, a large window, and a modern interior design.

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

1.2 km from South By Southwest

Itzel

€204

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A porch with wicker chairs, a small table, and a bench.

A courtyard with a large tree, a pathway, and a building with striped awnings.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

13. Hotel Saint Cecilia

South River City, 2.2 km from South By Southwest

Natalie

€424

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar counter, and seating arrangements.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a receptionist, and a brick wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

14. ARRIVE Austin

East Cesar Chavez, 2.2 km from South By Southwest

Debra

€151

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a bar, surrounded by modern buildings.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options including bar stools and tables, and a large window offering a view of the city.

A modern building entrance with a prominent 'canopy' sign, a herringbone brick floor, and a tree in the center.

A bar with multiple shelves of liquor bottles, a fruit bowl, and bar stools.

15. Canopy by Hilton Austin Downtown

0.6 km from South By Southwest

Wendy

€192

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring wooden ceiling beams and a long dining area with booths and tables.

The exterior of Hotel Van Zandt with a modern design, featuring large glass windows and a prominent entrance.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, brick walls, and a seating area.

A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, featuring tall vases with white flowers and candlelit centerpieces.

16. Hotel Van Zandt

Rainey Street Historic District, 1.3 km from South By Southwest

Ryan Christopher

€237

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a prominent 'Element' sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. The room has large windows offering a city view.

An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a wooden planter with greenery, and a sign for 'caroline'.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and hanging wicker lamps.

17. Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.3 km from South By Southwest

Tommy

€139

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A modern restaurant with a long bench seating area, wooden planters with greenery, and a high ceiling with natural light.

A modern glass building with a reflective facade, multiple entry points, and a landscaped courtyard.

A modern bar area with high ceilings, bar stools, and a long counter.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a large "Austin" mural.

18. Omni Austin Hotel

0.4 km from South By Southwest

Murray

€188

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "Fairfield" sign on the facade.

A modern kitchen with white brick walls, wooden cabinets, and a herringbone floor pattern. There are two round tables with chairs, a coffee station, and various kitchen appliances.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Austin Downtown

Rainey Street Historic District, 1.5 km from South By Southwest

christina

€123

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A rooftop lounge with seating and tables, surrounded by city buildings.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a view of a cityscape.

20. Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.2 km from South By Southwest

Christopher

€170

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to South By Southwest

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Frances Modern Inn	10.0 Exceptional 498 reviews	View
Heywood Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 72 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street	9.6 Exceptional 869 reviews	View
Fairmont Austin Gold Experience	9.6 Exceptional 683 reviews	View
Hotel ZaZa Austin	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top South By Southwest Hotel Reviews

Fairmont Austin

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing"

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The property was beautiful and in a great location. The only complaint i have is that the cost for the valet was more than expected as there were some fees that were not explicitly explained. Other than that, it was a great experience!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

8/10 Good

"The whole idea of two hotels in one was a bit confusing at times. We had to get directions to the correct side of the hotel and it was a bit of a maze. In our first room the air conditioner did not work. We called (it was late so didn’t expect maintenance but maybe a room change) and was assured that maintenance would be up to check it. After about 40 minutes of waiting we went to the front desk to inquire and had the most unpleasant encounter with the lady working the desk. She was incredibly rude and if her coworker had not stepped in and taken over the encounter I would have complained the following day, or insisted on getting a refund and finding a new hotel. Other than the one rude person our stay was generally pleasant. The beds were comfortable and the shower had great water pressure. Parking left a lot to be desired considering it was $45 a night. On our second night (after already having paid for parking) we almost did not get a spot. The only saving grace there was that I drive a very small car and was able to squeeze into the almost too small spot. There were 8-9 cars and trucks that were not able to do the same thing so were just without spots. I believe there are 3 levels reserved for Valet that were mostly empty, so maybe that needs to be looked at. Or have a way to ensure people who have paid for spots do have them. There was also no easy way for you to turn around once you realized there were no spots available. It’s an accident waiting to happen."

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location near the most in Austin. Nice and modern rooms,"

citizenM Austin Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The vibe of CitizenM is more adult friendly especially with the rooftop pool and bar. Definitely a great place to stay for an adult getaway."

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Short walk to 6th st. Only downside is the $45 a day parking."

Renaissance Austin Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was fine. Wish the bar and food service was available past 10"

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, close to the Capital and downtown attractions."

Austin Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This experience was magical! It was my 11 year wedding anniversary and when I first arrived and mentioned to host he offered 2 drinks on the house. Instantly we felt special, the room with the view of downtown bat bridge the river the pool perfection. The pool was the main draw for us once we got there Marriott had to make us feel special again with complimentary Cabana next to pool. The pool views the cool refreshing water the vibe was great drinks and a super impressed wife! My new favorite hotel."

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A large, white building with a tower, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.

AMOA-Arthouse

8.6/10 (8 reviews)

A varied, thought-provoking gallery spread over two very different spaces.

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A white building with columns, an American flag, and a Texas state flag.

Governor's Mansion

8.0/10 (550 reviews)

After visiting Governor's Mansion, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Discover the great live music in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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An ornate theater interior with a large mural, red curtains, and classical architecture.

Paramount Theatre

9.0/10 (127 reviews)

A historic theater in downtown Austin showcases live music, comedy and film screenings.

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Austin Museum of Art

9.4/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Austin Museum of Art during your travels in Austin. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Old Bakery and Emporium

You can learn about the history of Austin when you stop by Old Bakery and Emporium. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Millett Opera House

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Austin with a visit to Millett Opera House. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center during your travels in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

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Old State Capitol Building Ruins

Learn about the local history of Austin with a stop at Old State Capitol Building Ruins. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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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 620 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, citizenM Austin Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Hyatt House Austin/Downtown and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find near South By Southwest?

Expedia has 620 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 University of Texas Tower 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.

Austin Hotel Guide - South By Southwest hotels in Austin, United States of America.

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Our top choices for South By Southwest hotels

1. The Frances Modern Inn

2. Heywood Hotel

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

4. Fairmont Austin Gold Experience

5. Hotel ZaZa Austin

6. The Eastside Lodge Austin

7. Fairmont Austin

8. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

9. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

10. Hotel San Jose

11. The Carpenter Hotel

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

13. Hotel Saint Cecilia

14. ARRIVE Austin

15. Canopy by Hilton Austin Downtown

16. Hotel Van Zandt

17. Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

18. Omni Austin Hotel

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Austin Downtown

20. Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

Compare popular hotels close to South By Southwest

Top South By Southwest Hotel Reviews

Fairmont Austin

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

citizenM Austin Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Renaissance Austin Downtown Hotel

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

Austin Marriott Downtown

Other attractions near South By Southwest

AMOA-Arthouse

Governor's Mansion

Paramount Theatre

Austin Museum of Art

Old Bakery and Emporium

Millett Opera House

The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center

Old State Capitol Building Ruins

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