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Motel 9 University-Downtown

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near University of Texas at Austin

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Front of property
Front of property
Business center
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Dining

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2900 N I 35, Austin, TX, 78705
  • Moody Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • University of Texas at Austin
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard Single Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Motel 9 University-Downtown places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Moody Center and Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. This 49-room motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Moody Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Texas State Capitol - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Austin Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Martin Luther King Jr Station - 8 min drive
  • Austin Station - 13 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sour Duck Market - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bennu Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cherrywood Coffeehouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cypress Bend Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Haymaker - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 9 University-Downtown

Motel with free parking, near University of Texas at Austin
Guests of Motel 9 University-Downtown have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 27-inch TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 1 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 10.00 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50 and a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10.00 per pet, per night plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Rodeway Inn University Downtown
Rodeway Inn University Motel Downtown
Rodeway Inn University Downtown Motel
Rodeway Inn University Motel
Rodeway Inn University
9 University Downtown Austin
Rodeway Inn University Downtown
Motel 9 University-Downtown Motel
Motel 9 University-Downtown Austin
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

Motel 9 University-Downtown provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Motel 9 University-Downtown?

This motel is located in Austin, a short 11-minute walk from Moody Center and also 12 minutes on foot from Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. You'll also find Sixth Street and Texas State Capitol within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Motel 9 University-Downtown have a casino at the property?

No, Motel 9 University-Downtown doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Motel 9 University-Downtown have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Motel 9 University-Downtown feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Motel 9 University-Downtown doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Motel 9 University-Downtown allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Motel 9 University-Downtown for a fee of USD 10.00 per pet, per night. A deposit of USD 50 per stay is collected.

Does Motel 9 University-Downtown have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Motel 9 University-Downtown?

The closest major airport to Motel 9 University-Downtown is Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS), which is 12.4 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motel 9 University-Downtown.

Motel 9 University-Downtown Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 199 out of 637 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Varun

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Price didn't match the value. For that price or slightly more, I could pick up something with a limited breakfast, water bottles or something.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
they need to fix the shower, the rod was broken and they need to fix the bathroom which was running all night, otherwise everything else was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sunchan, Brooklyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom overall pretty dirty, as well as no microwave in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do not stay in this hotel

I dont recommend to nobody it was horrible everything
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for two nights, they never came and cleaned the room. Staff not there when I first arrived to check in. No “be right back” sign or anything, property could’ve been abandoned for all I knew.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis Miguel

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Feoo

the place is very ugly you need a remodeling
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I booked a non-smoking room but the previous occupant smoked and left 2 butt’s in the trash. While the management was apologetic & did try to spray and clean, when I unreturned to the room hours later the smoke smell was back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Connie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NIGHTMARE AT HOTEL 9.

Same staff for 4 days. Day one: Staff was unfriendly and unaccomodating. At check-in, we informed them there was no coffee and single cup coffeemaker was incomplete. They basically said too-bad, we cannot help you. Day two early morning, shower faucet fell off and sink drain was clogged. We left at 4:30 am for hospital surgery procedure and time to inform staff. Day two returned late at 10:30 pm, too late to talk to staff about issues and saw room had not been serviced. Day 3 morning: Asked for different room because of faulty drain. Lady accused me of delibrately plugging drain because i did not inform her on 1st day of stay. I rejected the notion and felt insulted. Day 3 night: Upon return to second assigned room again at 10:30 pm, there was no tv remote. After approaching night service window, same lady clerk to ask for remote, she gave me one that did not work. I returned and obviously frustrated with me, gave me second remote and told me that it was sleep time and no more service would be provided to me. Day 4 evening: arrived at 10:30 pm and i saw office was open. Second room had not been serviced. I asked for coffee pouch replenishment and was told she did not have anymore not even apologizing. It appeared same person was the only clerk 24/7 during my 5 day 4 night stay. I never recieved any apology for the lack of accomodations. I will not recommend Motel 9 to anyone. That lady clerk needs hospitality training i would think. Stay was 1/21/2025 - 1/25/2025.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lyndia

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible in dirty in nasty

Tub was messed you couldn’t turn the water to the tub on very rusty calling falling down sink stopped up floors unclean a very bad odor in smelt like animals in pee in there in the room key didn’t work to the door even after resetting the lock. I contacted hotel.com no one reply to get my money back in haven’t heard from them!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Smelly

The room smells .. there was a water leak from the back of the toilet.. and couldn't fix or give us another room ... I check out a day early.. they wouldn't refund me the second night .. the stay was not pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay . Attendant was very nice and welcoming . Area is safe and peaceful . Definitely will be staying there any time I’m in town
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

crystal

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was nice and the rooms were cleaner than expected the location was good also
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Howard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service, location, parking - horrid building

If you're in Austin to see a show at the Moody Center, this hotel is walkable, has FREE parking (most hotels charge $30-50 a night) and the family who runs it are very, very nice and hospitable. So when I say that the hotel itself has seen much, much better days, it's still a decent option if you just need a safe clean bed and parking. The building itself is in very poor repair. Some of the rooms looked permanently closed. While you could tell the bathrooms were cleaned regularly, the moldy grout, peeling walls and water stains told a different story. The carpet, walls, curtains etc. were in terrible shape. The fire alarm had been ripped off the wall, the hole plugged with yellowed paper towels. But the sheets were clean, the bed was comfy enough. And as the parking lot was well lit, and the family seemed to live onsite, I never felt unsafe. If I'm ever in town for a show at the Moody Center, traveling alone and just need a place to park and snooze, I would return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Richard A, Sacramento

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The woman working the front desk was so horrible.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine for the price

You get what you pay for. It was an acceptable room for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

momen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Okay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Staff & service
This hotel is worth the money, they have very good rates. I stayed one week and have no complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Emerson

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bobby

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Close to stadium; keep expectations low

We had 3 rooms. 215 and 219 had leaky bathtubs. The door to the 3rd floor room was open when we arrived. All 3 rooms had an uncomfortable smell (almost like clay). 219 also had a moldy shower curtain, two of the lights didn’t work and the deadbolt didn’t lock. The only reason we stayed there was that it was walking distance from the stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024