Travelers often need to stick to a budget, and saving on hotels may be a good way to economize. Austin, Texas is home to a variety of discount, or budget, hotels. Such hotels typically do not have some of the features their more expensive counterparts offer, but they offer good value for the cost. Locations vary and include spots near the University of Texas, the Austin Bergstrom International Airport and the Greyhound Station.
The Red Roof Inn Austin--University of Texas is minutes from the University of Texas campus, the city's downtown and just seven miles from the Austin Bergstrom International Airport. Guest amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi Internet service, complimentary parking and a heated outdoor swimming pool. Pets are allowed at the Red Roof Inn Austin for no additional charge. The hotel has four floors, which are accessible via stairs or an elevator. Rooms are equipped with microwaves, mini-refrigerators, and safes. Other amenities include cable TV, free local phone calls, alarm clocks and complimentary coffee.
Red Roof Inn Austin--University of Texas
4701 South I-35
Austin, TX 78744
512-448-0091
redroof.com
As of August, 2010, AAE Austin's Travelodge private guest rooms start at $54 per night. The hotel is situated across the street from Austin's Greyhound station. Hotel features include complimentary parking, breakfast and "early lunch." The hotel also offers a discount on taxi service from the Austin Amtrak station. Wireless Internet service is free for guests, and rooms include refrigerators, microwaves and TVs with premium cable channels.
AAE Austin's Travelodge
6200 Middle Fiskville Rd.
Austin, TX 78752
304-268-8981
austin.aaeworldhotels.com
The Microtel Inn and Suites Austin Airport is less than three miles from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and offers complimentary shuttle service for guests between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10 p.m., every day, in 2010. Other nearby attractions include the Austin Zoo, Lyndon Bain Johnson Presidential Library and the Austin Convention Center. The Microtel Inn features amenities like Internet service at no charge as well as free telephone calls. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool and fitness center, and guests are provided with a complimentary hot breakfast as well as a daily newspaper. Rooms are equipped with hairdryers, alarm clocks, irons, ironing boards, coffeemakers and flat-screen cable TV. Pets are not allowed at the Microtel Inn and Suites Austin Airport.
Microtel Inn and Suites Austin Airport
7705 Metro Center Dr.
Austin, TX 78744
512-386-7800
microtelinn.com
