Hotel Overview
Decent location, aging building
Pretty decent location on the Lady Bird Trail along the lake made for an easy morning run. A 10-15...
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NH traveler
- Feb 28, 2011
Nice rooms
Everyone was nice. The rooms were very clean and updated, but everything outside of the room was...
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B
- Jan 20, 2011
Activities abound at this lakeside, downtown hotel
The Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake's main draw is a downtown Austin location by Lady Bird Lake. The hotel offers free shuttle service to Austin attractions or guests can take a mile-walk to the center of town. The hotel attracts active visitors with kayak, Segway and bike rentals in the hotel lobby for cruising hike and bike trails or exploring the lake. The rooftop pool has a gorgeous view of Lady Bird Lake, the perfect spot for swimming and sunbathing. For the latest blockbuster, hit up the hotel's private movie theater, with private concessions.
Highlights
- Rooftop pool with bar
- Private movie theater
- Complimentary wireless Internet
- Bike, Segway and kayak rentals in the hotel lobby
Location
The Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake is located on Lady Bird Lake, less than a mile from the convention center in downtown Austin.
Rooms
Guests find rooms at the Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake comfortably appointed with contemporary furniture including a workspace, wooden armoire, an overstuffed chair and ottoman. Bright throws enliven soothing, muted beige and white tones dominating the rooms. A microwave and refrigerator offer added conveniences. Many executive rooms and suites offer stunning views of Lady Bird Lake.
Complimentary wireless Internet is available.
Features
Rent a Segway, kayak or bike in the Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake lobby and cruise around Lady Bird Lake. Guests may also work out on up-to-date cardio equipment in the fitness center. After a long day, guests can relax and enjoy the view of the lake from the rooftop pool deck with a cold drink. The hotel's private movie theater screens the latest films.
An easy walk or a free shuttle ride takes guests about a mile to downtown attractions, restaurants and music venues. The hotel's Pecan Tree Restaurant serves American food in a casual environment, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Complimentary self-parking is available, as well as complimentary wireless Internet access.
Transportation
- Austin Amtrak Station (1.6 mi/2.5 km)
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (5.3 mi/8.5 km)
Attractions
- Austin Convention Center (.6 mi/.9 km)
- Congress Avenue Bridge and bats (.7 mi/1.1 km)
- 6th Street entertainment (1.1 mi/1.7 km)
- Texas State Capitol (1.4 mi/2.2 km)
- Bob Bullock Texas History Museum (1.8 mi/2.9 km)
- Zilker Park (2.1 mi/3.5 km)
Business
- Business center
- 13,677 square feet of meeting space
- Complimentary wireless Internet
Hotel Map
20 NORTH IH-35, AUSTIN, TX 78701
- Area served
- AUSTIN
- Nearby airports
- Austin Bergstrom International Airport, (AUS), 6.00, NW, Mile
- Area description
- Downtown - DOWNTOWN
Amenities
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Bath Tub
- Business center
- Coffee Maker in Room
- Computer in Room
- Concierge Desk
- Connecting Rooms
- Cribs Available
- Desk with Lamp
- DVD Player
- Email Service
- FAX
- Free Newspaper
- Hairdryer in Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- High-speed Internet
- Ice Machine
- In Room Movies
- Internet Access
- Ironing Board
- Lounge
- Maid Service
- Microwave
- News Stand
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Outdoor Pool
- Overhead Projector
- Phone with speaker
- Pool
- Porters
- Rollaway Beds
- Room Service
- Safe Deposit Box
- Satellite TV
- Sofa Bed
- Temperature Control
- TV
- White Board
Dining
- Pecan Tree Restaurant
- Our Pecan Tree Restaurant offers a delicious variety of dishes in a casual atmosphere.
- The Tavern at Town Lake
- After your busy day, step into The Tavern at Town Lake, our fully-stocked lounge, located right next to The Pecan Tree. Relax with a well-mixed drink and an appetizer, and chat with friends or watch the big game on one of the three large, f
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 3:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 12:00 PM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (47)
Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn AUSTIN-TOWN LAKE
- All travelers (47) 3.4 / 5
- Business (19) 3.2 / 5
- Couples (14) 3.3 / 5
- Families (8) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (3) 4.3 / 5
- Singles (3) 3.7 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3.9
- Room comfort:
- 3.6
- Location:
- 3.9
- Value:
- 3.4
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
horror story
Dank room - smelled like cigarettes. had to hold the toilet lid to urinate. my wife & i stayed 3 nights. the second day the maid split glass cleaner on my wife's & my clothes, when i checked out i mention this to the front desk - they said they would call me with insurance reimbursement - they never called.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Great location but nothing else
Didn't stay at the hotel for anything more than sleep. Bad hotel room view! Old bedroom and I wouldn't recommend it
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great location
Average
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Disappointed
bad location, bad hotel
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Decent location, aging building
Pretty decent location on the Lady Bird Trail along the lake made for an easy morning run. A 10-15 minute walk to downtown meant no cabs or rental cars. Just near the hotel in a cute but decaying neighborhood on Rainey Street is El Naranjo, an incredible and creative mexican restaurant of sorts. The hotel itself was incredibly average. The staff was totally proffessional and friendly, but it's hard to compensate for a mediocre, aging building. The bathrooms and carpet didn't give you that "clean" feel. The 24" tube TV seemed a bit 1990's. This hotel was $50 more per night compared to others better appointed in other similarly prominent and sized cities recently visited such as Minneapolis.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Two spots, the mexican mentioned up top or Jo's coffee on second. But honestly, if you love food, there are many good spots.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Unhygenic and dirty ....
terrible hotel..Rooms don't have double paned windows, as a result, there is constant noise from I35.. There needs to be a study on the noise levels, it is definitely not healthy.. The carpets are old, dirty, bathrooms were smelly... Terribly unhygenic, for any price...I can't believe that FDA or some other authority hasn't looked in to this hotel.. And a 3-star rating is clearly false advertising...
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 1
- Location:
- 1
- Value:
- 1
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Great hotel & location
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Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Nice rooms
Everyone was nice. The rooms were very clean and updated, but everything outside of the room was worn down.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good lake view but hotel needs upgrads
The air heater wasn't working proporley and I moved to another room, but it was same problem, the carpet smells bad in the 5th floor. generally the hotel looks inside old and needs upgrade to match the price. I liked the breakfast and sight view on the lake.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Good value, fair location
Room was clean. Service very friendly and helpful. Fronts on I35 but road noise in roomacceptable. In hot weather it is a tough walk to tourist areas andnightlife. Free parkingincovered garage. Lack of convenience a fair trade off for the price.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4