Cheap Hotels for UT Football Games Austin — Real Prices
UT Football Season
Fall Saturdays (September-November 2026)
Price spike: 100-200%
Hotels near campus and downtown double or triple on game weekends, especially for rivalry games against Oklahoma and Texas A&M. Prices are highest for Saturday night stays. Friday arrivals can sometimes find lower rates at hotels further from campus.
💡 Tip: Book the moment the football schedule is released (usually in January). Stay in south Austin or near the airport — UT has free game-day shuttles from several park-and-ride locations. Sunday checkout rates drop dramatically, so arrive Saturday morning and leave Sunday.
The University of Texas Longhorns play 6-7 home games per fall season at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, drawing 100,000+ fans per game. Game day Saturdays transform north Austin and downtown into a sea of burnt orange, with hotel prices spiking accordingly.
Motel 6 Austin Central
1.8 mi from 6th Street
No frills, no surprises. Recently renovated. Need a car to reach 6th Street.
Super 8 Austin Downtown
0.6 mi from 6th Street
Looks cheap until $30 in fees hit. Basic rooms, OK for a crash pad. Parking extra.
La Quinta Inn Austin Capitol
0.4 mi from 6th Street
Best value near 6th Street. Pet-friendly. Free breakfast is solid. No resort fee.
Comfort Suites Austin Airport
4.5 mi from 6th Street
Far from downtown but spotless. Suite setup is great for groups. Free shuttle.
Holiday Inn Express Austin South
3.2 mi from 6th Street
Reliable chain quality. Good breakfast. Short Uber ride to the action.
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