The Austin Chronicle named Hostelling International -- Austin one of the top 10 best priced motels in the city. This youth hostel prides itself on its friendly service, amenities and commitment to recycling and using solar energy. Each guest at the Hostelling International in Austin receives a locker, free parking, access to laundry facilities, library access and free wireless internet. The hostel is also conveniently located within 10 minutes of the Red River music district, the Austin Greenbelt and the Barton Springs Pool.
Hostelling International not only has a hostel in Austin, Texas, but is also a international organization that offers memberships to youth. If you choose to join Hostelling International, you will be able to save at least 10 percent on your accommodations when you travel to Austin, Texas or any of the other Hostelling International hostels across the world. You can purchase the memberships at your nearest Hostelling International Association location and an international membership when you arrive at a hostel outside of your country of residence.
Mom & Pop's Youth Hostel Program, located in south Austin, prides itself on comfortable beds, community living and close proximity to major stores and bus routes. They offer free cable and wireless Internet to appeal to the needs of student travelers. They also offer a kitchen and lounge area that all people staying at the hostel have access to during their visit. Their rates begin at just $18 per night, as of February 2011.
The AAE Austin's Travelodge is a hotel with prices that make it similar to a hostel. It is located one block from the Highland Mall, a few blocks from the University of Texas, and is across the street from a bus stop, with buses running into the center of Austin. AAE Austin's Travelodge offers free wireless Internet, free parking and free breakfast and early lunch. The rooms have cable television, private baths and a microwave and fridge.
The Motel 6 Austin South motel has rates similar to a hostel. It is located less than 10 miles from the 6th Street Entertainment district, Frank Erwin Center, Lyndon B. Johnson Library, University of Texas and Lake Austin. Their accommodations include cable television, Internet access, a swimming pool and a direct dial phone. You must be 18 years or older to check in to a room.
