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A two-story house with a front porch, a visible entryway, and a garden with sunflowers.

A spacious kitchen with a bar area, wooden chairs, and a ceiling fan.

A traditional bedroom with a four-poster bed, wooden flooring, and a fireplace.

A covered porch with wooden chairs and potted plants, a staircase, and a ceiling fan.

1. Brava House Bed and Breakfast

Clarksville, 1.3 km from South By Southwest

Albert

NZ$279

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a glass door leading to a patio, a wooden ceiling, and a hanging light fixture.

A cozy room with wooden shelving, a comfortable chair, and a desk area.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a bookshelf, a window with a view, and a lamp.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

2. Heywood Hotel

East Cesar Chavez, 2.1 km from South By Southwest

Andrew

NZ$470

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A round wooden table with two upholstered chairs, a potted plant, and two glasses of red drink on the table.

A living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned wallpaper.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a lush green landscape.

3. The Frances Modern Inn

Central East Austin, 1.4 km from South By Southwest

Gregory

NZ$540

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and modern buildings.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, wooden paneling, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

A modern reception area with a green wall, a sign reading "EASTSIDE AUSTIN," and a wooden ceiling.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a coffee machine, and a variety of coffee cups and mugs.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest

Evelyn

NZ$243

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a round coffee table, and several potted plants.

An outdoor bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large wooden ceiling, stone walls, and numerous potted plants.

A modern restaurant interior with a long counter, bar seating, and a variety of plants.

5. 1 Hotel Austin

Rainey Street Historic District, 1.2 km from South By Southwest

Dany

NZ$774

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a sign reading "Perfect Strangers."

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A covered outdoor seating area with lounge chairs and tables, a pool in the background, and potted plants along the walls.

A lobby with a wooden floor, a bench, a console table, and multiple mirrors.

6. Hotel ZaZa Austin

0.5 km from South By Southwest

Jonathan

NZ$843

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern indoor space with seating areas, tables, and a kitchen area.

A modern outdoor lounge area with white lounge chairs, a black umbrella, and a built-in fire feature.

A modern building with a brick facade and multiple windows, located in an urban setting with a clear sky.

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.6 km from South By Southwest

Jenna

NZ$234

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

A breakfast counter with a variety of food items and a sign that reads 'TOP IT BREAKFAST'.

A fitness center with treadmills, exercise bikes, and free weights.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

8. Tru by Hilton Austin University Capitol District

1 km from South By Southwest

Ben

NZ$256

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent tower in the background.

A balcony with wooden furniture, a table with breakfast items, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central arched window, and a bar area.

A reception area with wooden reception desks, a large window, and a modern interior design.

9. AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas

1.2 km from South By Southwest

lauren

NZ$350

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wooden furniture and a potted plant, surrounded by trees and greenery.

A conference room with a long table, six chairs, and a ceiling fan.

A modern building with a flat roof, a large entrance, and a car parked in front.

A modern bedroom with a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a large window.

10. Frame Hotel - SoCo

Bouldin Creek, 2.5 km from South By Southwest

Camryn

NZ$810

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A couple in a white robe standing by a pool with a cityscape view through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, seating areas, a bar, and a view of the city at night.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, a fountain, and horse statues.

A modern building with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating, and a clear view of the interior.

11. Fairmont Austin

Waller Creek District, 1.1 km from South By Southwest

Charles

NZ$539

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor patio with a grill, wooden tables, and chairs.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a view to the outside.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a city skyline and greenery.

12. Lynn's Lodging

South River City, 2 km from South By Southwest

Taylor

NZ$1,255

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a multi-story building with a patterned facade.

A covered walkway with brick walls, wooden flooring, and potted plants.

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a garden area with various plants.

A staircase with wooden steps and metal railings, leading to a room with large windows and a potted plant.

13. The Carpenter Hotel

1.8 km from South By Southwest

Lou

NZ$446

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower curtain.

A cozy room with wooden shelves, a bench, and a window with a view of greenery.

A pathway flanked by trees and buildings, with a wooden staircase leading to a covered area.

A poolside area with a wooden deck, two white chairs, a sofa with colorful cushions, and potted plants.

14. Hotel San Jose

Bouldin Creek, 2.4 km from South By Southwest

JEFF

NZ$477

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a water feature, and a view of the cityscape.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and shelves with bottles and glasses.

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a green sofa and wicker chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a dining area with chairs, and a large window offering a city view.

15. ROOST Rainey

Rainey Street Historic District, 1.4 km from South By Southwest

Linda Kaye

NZ$364

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A grand lobby with a central staircase, a chandelier, and a red accent wall.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a table, overlooking a street with cars and trees.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and recessed lighting.

A person in a white bathrobe reading 'The Royal Times' magazine, holding a cup, with a plate of croissants and a small bottle on a table.

16. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Congress Avenue Historic District, 0.3 km from South By Southwest

Matthew

NZ$354

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A rooftop lounge with a city view, modern furniture, and a glass railing overlooking a river.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a city skyline view.

A bar area with a bartender preparing drinks, shelves stocked with various liquor bottles, and a modern interior design.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large planter with greenery.

17. The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

Zilker, 1.5 km from South By Southwest

John Robert

NZ$574

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern kitchen with a view of a capitol building, a dining area with a white table, and a painting on the wall.

A modern meeting room with a long table, black chairs, and pendant lights.

18. Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

0.6 km from South By Southwest

Tricia

NZ$176

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed with a view of the outdoors.

A modern multi-story building with balconies, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern building with outdoor seating and a metal railing.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a countertop. There is a blue sofa and a staircase leading to an upper level.

19. Holly House

East Cesar Chavez, 2.1 km from South By Southwest

Gil

NZ$336

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A bright room with a white sofa, two red chairs, a coffee table, and a large window.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, string lights, and a tree.

An aerial view of a swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a stone deck.

A brightly lit boutique hotel room with a red chair, a red lamp, a potted plant, and a variety of colorful clothing items displayed on shelves and hangers.

20. Austin Motel

Bouldin Creek, 2.2 km from South By Southwest

Madeleine

NZ$385

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to South By Southwest

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Brava House Bed and Breakfast	10.0 Exceptional 297 reviews	View
Heywood Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 75 reviews	View
The Frances Modern Inn	10.0 Exceptional 524 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street	9.6 Exceptional 953 reviews	View
1 Hotel Austin	9.6 Exceptional 28 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near South By Southwest

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a city skyline in the background.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a bar in the background.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers with glass lids.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Downtown Austin

NZ$161

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A balcony with wicker chairs and a metal table, overlooking a cityscape with illuminated buildings at dusk.

A modern outdoor lounge area with seating and tables, a bar with bottles, and a view of the convention center in the background.

A rooftop lounge with blue sofas, a coffee table, and a city view.

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a bar area, set against a city skyline at dusk.

Hilton Austin

Downtown Austin

NZ$335

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Downtown Austin

NZ$176

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a pergola, and a city skyline view.

A hotel entrance with a modern facade, a neon sign, and a visible address.

A person playing a keyboard on a stage with a 'LIVE MUSIC' sign in the background.

A bar area with three cocktails on the counter, shelves of liquor bottles, and a neon sign.

Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Downtown Austin

NZ$196

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern interior with a red sofa, a round table, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, a fire feature, and a large glass building in the background.

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Downtown Austin

NZ$249

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern indoor seating area with a bar and a view of greenery outside.

A swimming pool with a pergola, lounge chairs, and a fence.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern living room with a round table, green and grey upholstered chairs, a sofa, and a large TV on the wall.

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

Central East Austin

NZ$222

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, round coffee table, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a refrigerator.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Homewood Suites' sign.

A rooftop pool with a city skyline view, lounge chairs, and a poolside bar.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown

Downtown Austin

NZ$239

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a round gold side table, and a wooden nightstand.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a round table with chairs.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a building with a balcony.

A covered outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by columns and a balustrade.

Hotel Ella

West Campus

NZ$321

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

Top South By Southwest Hotel Reviews

The LINE Austin

10/10 Excellent

"Front Desk guy was very rude. Other staff was wonderful."

Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was small but fine. There is no door between the shower/ toilet and the light in both areas is either on or off the room is semi lit at night. There is no makeup magnifier mirror in the bathroom. Otherwise it’s just fine!"

Hotel ZaZa Austin

10/10 Excellent

"Love this hotel! So beautiful and always helpful staff."

The Driskill, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Hilton Austin

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay for a game."

Other attractions near South By Southwest

A white building with green awnings and a large arched entrance.

AMOA-Arthouse

8.6/10 (8 reviews)

A wide-ranging and inspiring gallery located in two very different locations.

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A white building with columns, an American flag, and a Texas state flag.

Governor's Mansion

8.0/10 (550 reviews)

After visiting Governor's Mansion, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Discover the great live music in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A theater marquee advertising the Austin Film Festival's presentation of 'The Squid & The Whale'.

Paramount Theatre

9.0/10 (127 reviews)

Downtown Austin puts on a display of live music, comedy, and film screenings at this notable theatre.

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Austin Museum of Art

9.4/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Austin Museum of Art during your travels in Austin. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Old Bakery and Emporium

You can learn about the history of Austin when you stop by Old Bakery and Emporium. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Millett Opera House

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Austin with a visit to Millett Opera House. Discover the fascinating museums in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center during your travels in Austin. Experience the fascinating museums and great live music in this vibrant area.

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Old State Capitol Building Ruins

Learn about the local history of Austin with a stop at Old State Capitol Building Ruins. Discover the entertainment choices in this vibrant area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South By Southwest?

South By Southwest is located in Austin. This metropolitan area is known for its bar scene and cycling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 617 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to South By Southwest?

Adjacent to South By Southwest, Omni Austin Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices close by include Hyatt House Austin/Downtown and Hotel Van Zandt.

How many hotels will I be able to find near South By Southwest?

Expedia has 617 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South By Southwest.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South By Southwest, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near South By Southwest.

What can I see and do near South By Southwest?

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Blanton Museum of Art and LBJ Presidential Library feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Bremond Block, Austin Central Library and Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at Paramount Theatre, Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park and Moody Theater.

How can I get to South By Southwest?

Head over to Downtown Station for metro transport. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

Top Hotels Near South By Southwest in Austin from NZ$176

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Our top choices for South By Southwest hotels

1. Brava House Bed and Breakfast

2. Heywood Hotel

3. The Frances Modern Inn

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

5. 1 Hotel Austin

6. Hotel ZaZa Austin

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

8. Tru by Hilton Austin University Capitol District

9. AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas

10. Frame Hotel - SoCo

11. Fairmont Austin

12. Lynn's Lodging

13. The Carpenter Hotel

14. Hotel San Jose

15. ROOST Rainey

16. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

17. The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

18. Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

19. Holly House

20. Austin Motel

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Hotels recommended for families near South By Southwest

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Hilton Austin

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

Homewood Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown

Hotel Ella

Top South By Southwest Hotel Reviews

The LINE Austin

Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

Hotel ZaZa Austin

The Driskill, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Hilton Austin

Other attractions near South By Southwest

AMOA-Arthouse

Governor's Mansion

Paramount Theatre

Austin Museum of Art

Old Bakery and Emporium

Millett Opera House

The Contemporary Austin - Jones Center

Old State Capitol Building Ruins

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