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Residence Inn Austin-University Area

Residence Inn Austin-University Area
Residence Inn Austin-University Area – Austin, TX
Residence Inn Austin-University Area – Austin, TX
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Residence Inn Austin-University Area

Located in Austin, 3 miles from Moody Center, Residence Inn by Marriott Austin - University Area provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. The hotel offers a buffet or American breakfast. Residence Inn by Marriott Austin - University Area has a sun terrace. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Austin, like hiking and cycling. Texas Memorial Stadium is 3 miles from Residence Inn by Marriott Austin - University Area, while Frank Erwin Center – University of Texas is 3.4 miles away. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 6.8 miles from the property.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 586 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great stay

  • Engine customer May 2026

    A very great hotel.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Excellent customer service!

  • Engine customer May 2026

    No ice in the hotel at all! The doors are broken and don’t work to get into the hotel. We asked the staff if there was something wrong with our key. Both of their responses were “no those doors are broken and have been for a while.”

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Check-in was fast. Breakfast options were nice. Bathroom and towels in my room could have been a little cleaner. But the pillows were great. If I'm in need of accommodations in this area again I would not hesitate to stay here.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Nice space I room

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Not ‘university area’. It’s about 10 minutes from campus

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    staff were great, great location and in walking distance to many places. bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Big concern were the mattress conditions

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    All of the staff were very nice. There is a good breakfast and both the rooms and the facility are very clean. I often stay here when visiting Austin.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Clean room and friendly staff. Just don’t book third party the pics are not the same as the room you get

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Hotel stay was poor. Found 2 cockroaches in my room and had to report to the front desk, the best they offered was cleaning THE NEXT DAY.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    The breakfast was minimal. The location was excellent for our meetings and we also liked the stores and restaurants nearby. First we were not told about the hot water boiler being out. Then the elevator was down and 2 of us are handicapped and had to crawl down the stairs. Then we went to a business nearby and when we came back, we could not get in with our room keys.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Ac was blowing right on my face and therefore we couldn’t sleep

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    The room was nice, the a/c unit was so loud that it was difficult to sleep with ear plugs, and no hot water for the shower in the morning even after letting the water run for several minutes. The staff were friendly and the breakfast was good.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Room had a very appealing layout. Clean and nice in kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom and shower. I'll recommend to my sibs who will be visiting Austin in a month or so. Friendly staff from desk to breakfast to room service.

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Loved the room and the price for it was amazing! Free breakfast was a huge plus for us and we throughly enjoyed our stay

  • Engine customer Feb 2026

    Location & room N/

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Room was.clean and staff were professional, courteous and very nice

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Clean comfortable and peaceful the bed was very comfortable Absolutely nothing

Frequently asked questions about Residence Inn Austin-University Area

Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Residence Inn Austin-University Area offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area offer parking?
Yes, Residence Inn Austin-University Area offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Residence Inn Austin-University Area features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area have a fitness center?
Yes, Residence Inn Austin-University Area features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Residence Inn Austin-University Area located, and how walkable is the area?
Residence Inn Austin-University Area is located at 1209 E 51st Street, Austin, TX 78723. With a Walk Score of 68, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Residence Inn Austin-University Area
  • Fantastic Fest 1.6 mi
  • Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum 2.0 mi
  • Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium 2.2 mi
  • University of Texas at Austin 2.4 mi
  • Texas State Capitol 3.0 mi
  • Austin Convention Center 3.5 mi
  • The Austonian 3.7 mi

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