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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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Enjoy a casual dining experience with a view from this welcoming space.
Cozy retreat with a desk, chair, and potted plant.
Experience the sleek design of this hotel, featuring a flat roof and ample parking.
Guests can park their vehicles under the covered area and enter the motel through the main entrance.
Two single beds with striped bedding, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a chair.

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 | 1 bedroom, 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

Austin

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
  • Sixth Street - 3 min drive - 2.1 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
Motel 9 University-Downtown Motel Austin

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.

Is there parking available 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, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies at Motel 9 University-Downtown?

No, you won't find 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

2/10 Terrible

Javier

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

Durty durty durty

Too much durty bad Service and room bad evrithing never come back Homeless live in half property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were barely cleaned. The shower curtains had mold. The tub and sink overflowed when using
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Stanley

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was next to the hospital
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Terrible

Check in was supposed to be at 2 pm and had to wait till 3 pm as the room wasn't clean, rented a non smoking room and the smell smoke was strongly present,didn't change bed sheets, sofa small burns from cigarettes, bathroom was not clean at all. Somke alarm was covered with a glove.....
Smoke detector covered with a glove
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Karl

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had to have my bathroom immediately re-cleaned checking in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Joel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower did not work; hot water was not available for a shave; the front desk was not available when assistance was needed; the room key did not work, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roshanak

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was terrible. Water stuck in the sink and I asked for another room, the second room did not have the lock!!! They even don't say anything to calm down me
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Lay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly bang for your buck! Super helpful staff loved it there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Worst Hotel in Austin

Quite possibly the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Room disgustingly dirty. Lights or WiFi did not work. Pool is green. While hotel is nothing like the photos, and the staff were outright rude when I complained. Avoid at ALL costs.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The photos on-line of the entire place are from the time it first opened, and everything now is so bad that me and my wife cancelled our stay and stayed somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Max

Liked: Cleanliness
The motel had a perfect location close to the University campus and also reasonable rates. Room 210 had a valve problem with the cold water at the bathroom sink. The flow was very slow. Overall, a good stay with reasonable rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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