HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES AUSTIN DOWNTOWN - UNIVERSITY BY IHG, Austin

The hotel is situated in the heart of downtown, placing the Capitol, Austin Convention Center, and the entertainment area of 6th Street within easy walking distance. The Moody Center is approximately 2 km away. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 9 km from the property. The immediate surroundings include several nightclubs and live music venues, and the area also has a visible homeless population and a nearby shelter. Walking during the day is straightforward, but caution is advised on some streets at night. The hotel is not directly served by a bus line to the Darrell Royal Stadium, which is a 30-minute walk. For guests with vehicles, the on-site parking garage provides secure underground parking.

The hotel offers a range of suites and double rooms, all with private bathrooms, air conditioning, heating, a work desk, a seating area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and a tea and coffee maker. Suites are configured with either one king bed or two queen beds in a separate bedroom, plus a pull-out sofa bed in the living area, accommodating up to six people. The pull-out sofa bed is compact. All rooms have city views, with some also offering a view of the pool. The property does not have rooms with a balcony. The HVAC units in some rooms are described as older and can be loud when cycling on and off. Rooms on the east side of the building may experience significant noise from live music venues late into the night.

Urban Pour Social is the on-site restaurant, serving a daily breakfast buffet (continental, American, and buffet options, including vegetarian and gluten-free choices) and dinner. Breakfast hours are from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM (7:00 AM - 1:00 PM on weekends), and dinner is available from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM Monday through Saturday and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Sunday. The breakfast selection includes items such as scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, cinnamon rolls, biscuits and gravy. Guests can also access the bar and lounge at the sister Hotel Indigo property.

The property features a year-round heated outdoor swimming pool with sun umbrellas and loungers, open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The pool area includes outdoor furniture and a sun terrace. The fitness centre is free for guests and is located on the lobby level. For additional leisure, the hotel offers a guest laundry room and a minimarket on site.

The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, 24-hour check-in, and a free luggage storage service. A business centre and meeting/banquet facilities are available for an additional charge. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Additional services include a guest laundry room (additional charge), an ATM/cash machine on site, a minimarket, and a vending machine for drinks. Safety features include key card access, smoke alarms, and safety deposit boxes. The property is non-smoking throughout and has a lift. For accessibility, rooms with hearing-accessible features are available, including a doorbell and a light that flashes. Check-in is via the Hotel Indigo lobby, which requires a short walk.