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Budget Hotels in South Austin, Austin — Real Prices

$75/night

Avg Price

3-6 mi

To Downtown

No

Walkable

Limited

Nightlife

Free

Parking

South Austin is the laid-back, 'Keep Austin Weird' heart of the city, stretching south of Ben White Boulevard toward Slaughter Lane. It's close to Zilker Park, Barton Springs, and the greenbelt trails, with solid budget hotel options along I-35 south and Ben White.

Pros

✓ Closest affordable hotels to Zilker Park and Barton Springs✓ Free parking at every hotel✓ Quick access to South Congress and Lady Bird Lake

Cons

⚠ 10-20 minute drive to downtown and 6th Street⚠ Limited walkable dining — need a car to explore⚠ Prices spike during ACL Festival in October

🛡️ Safety: Safe, family-friendly suburban area. The main hotel corridors along I-35 south and Ben White are commercial and well-lit. Residential neighborhoods are quiet and low-crime.

We're still researching hotels in South Austin. More options coming soon.

⭐ TOP PICK

Holiday Inn Express Austin South

3.2 mi from 6th Street

$88/night
$102/nightreal price
Hidden fees: +$14
✓ CLEAN

Reliable chain quality. Good breakfast. Short Uber ride to the action.

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Also available:

Hotels.com $108Agoda $105

Landmarks in South Austin

Zilker Park

1 hotelfrom $102

Barton Springs Pool

1 hotelfrom $102
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