I stayed at the Austin Motel on June 25, 2006 in room number 260 “The Original”. Our room was very clean. The beds were comfortable and seemed to be new. All the bedding was fresh and clean. The chair in the room was nice comfortable and clean. The carpet was slightly worn, but clean. The bathroom was cramped, but no big deal. The shower was sparkly clean as well as the toilet, sink area and floor. The towels were bright white, but like sand paper. The amenities were little bars of soap and sample packets of Breck shampoo. The landscaping was very nice relaxing and tranquil. Little nooks all over the property to sit and relax read a book and enjoy yourself. They have done a fabulous job at the pool as well. The pool was very enjoyable clean and quiet. Joe’s coffee bar is on the next corner – great for in the morning. Mexican restaurant on the property site – we had breakfast and it was good fast and convenient.
This place is a charming quant little place to stay. I would recommend it to anyone that is not looking for luxury like the Ritz.

I give the Austin Motel an above average rating simply because it has a great location and offers decent lodging for affordable prices. Compared to the other hotels/motels in downtown Austin, this was the most reasonably priced one of the bunch. Although the rooms are quite small (we stayed in #132) and lack modern conveniences such as alarm clocks and Internet access, they were clean and humorously kitschy -- this motel definitely has more personality than the chain hotels/motels! Furthermore, the staff was courteous and there were quite a few unique stores, clubs and restaurants within walking distance. The bottom line: If you're looking for a luxury hotel with room service and a concierge, this isn't it, but if you are looking for fun, affordability and location, location, location, the Austin Motel is highly recommended.

Stayed here for a few days around New Year's and went in with reasonable expectations. It was inexpensive and the location is wonderful (good food and music all around; easy drive or medium walk into downtown Austin). The room itself was a good size and reasonably clean. The bathroom was kind of dark, dank, and a little musty. The linens are what you would expect at a motel. It's great for a certain kind of traveler (i.e., the budget-minded who don't mind putting up with a few less than ideal amenities).

Went to Austin to have a girls lost weekend, you know, leave the husbands and kids behind. I did my research on the Austin Motel and knew what to expect. Thankfully it lived up to my expectations. We spent very little time in our rooms. Basically we slept and showered there. My bed was super comfortable and the shower was clean. Hey for the price what more could you want. The best thing about the motel was the location! Ate breakfast every morning at El Sol Y La Luna, YUM. It's right across the street from the Continental which a local told me had the best music in Austin and I agree. We ate a Guero's, and Enoteca Vespia both excellent. There was great funky shopping along South Congress. All in all a really nice weekend. We did have our moments with the Austin Motel. There is no smoking and of course the people next to us were smoking. The front desk staff seemed as though they could care less. It wasn't until we pushed that they said they would do something about it (charging offenders $50). The water situation was crazy, Very HOT! But really that was it and again we knew we were staying at a kitshy little motel not the hilton, you get what you pay for. We had fun and I would recommend it. Our only disappontment, too cold to try the pool.