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Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area

Affordable stay with free Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, and outdoor pool near Texas Capitol and Barton Springs Pool in Austin, TX. Rated 3.3 from 1101 reviews.

1201 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78702, United States View on map
6.6/10
Average Based on 1136 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced comfort and convenience in a budget stay

Recent guests highlight the hotel's clean, comfortable rooms and quiet atmosphere, paired with a great central location close to downtown Austin. While the property shows signs of age, many feel it offers good value for short stays.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, comfortable beds with good water pressure and hot showers
  • Quiet rooms, even for a budget motel-style property
  • Convenient location within walking distance of downtown and local attractions
  • Friendly and helpful front desk staff
  • Free continental breakfast including DIY Texas-shaped waffles

Worth knowing

  • The exterior and some interior areas appear worn and dated, with minor maintenance needed (e.g., patched paint spots)
  • Check-in before official time may incur additional charges and limited access to some facilities like restrooms
  • Parking is free and conveniently located near rooms, but driveway access can be tight
  • No fitness center or airport shuttle available
  • Pet-free policy and smoke-free environment enforced

Best for

  • Budget travelers seeking affordable lodging near Austin’s downtown core
  • Visitors who prioritize location and quiet over modern amenities
  • Short overnight stays or brief visits with mainly out-of-room activities planned
  • Guests wanting basic, no-frills accommodation with free breakfast and parking
  • Families looking for easy access to local dining and entertainment options
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About this property

Welcome to Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area offers a straightforward budget accommodation option in an up-and-coming part of Austin, known for its trendy restaurants, music venues, and nearby cultural spots like the George Washington Carver Museum. The property features basic amenities including free Wi-Fi, complimentary continental breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool, catering to practical needs rather than luxury.

The accommodation style is typical of a standard motel, with a two-story layout and functional rooms that provide air conditioning, a business center, and a smoke-free environment. Guest reviews note that while the exterior and some interior details may appear dated, rooms are generally clean, quiet, and comfortable with reliable hot water and workable facilities such as a mini fridge and coffee maker.

Located at 1201 N Interstate Hwy 35, the hotel is close to central Austin attractions like the Texas Capitol, Barton Springs Pool, and the Blanton Museum of Art. Its easy access to downtown means guests can reach lively city spots on foot or by quick drives, including Austin-Bergstrom International Airport approximately 21 minutes away by car. Many guests appreciate the convenience of free parking and proximity to a 24-hour diner nearby.

This property is best suited for travelers seeking an affordable, no-frills stay rather than those looking for extensive facilities or modern styling. Families and visitors staying for short durations have found it practical and well-located, though some reviews mention minor maintenance issues and basic furnishings. Overall, it provides good value for those prioritizing location and budget over luxury.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

SM
Samantha Martinez Apr 20, 2026
10

Looks rough from the outside, but the room was nice and clean. The bed was very comfortable a lot more comfortable than other “budget friendly” hotels. Showers had high pressure and hot water. It was quiet and very close the moody center. This is good stay if your looking for one night because your going to be out for the most part of the night.

JL
Jay Larson Mar 20, 2026
8.0

This hotel looks a little rough around the edges, but delivers great service a nice room and a great location. The only thing wrong with the room was that it had some patched spots that needed to be painted. It was clean. There were no bugs and the expected amenities were present. The people at the counter were very friendly and helpful. I slept like a dead baby rock. Will definitely stay there again.

TS
Tony Spires Mar 02, 2026
8.0

Old school, two story motel. There have not been many updates. The beds were clean and comfortable. Surprisingly, it was of the quietest rooms I can remember. The location is great.

NT
Neil Taylor Feb 28, 2026
8.0

I was visiting from the UK and enjoying a grand tour of Texas. This hotel was cheap and I got to park right outside my room which ticked a box of Americana for me. The room was clean and well presented if a little 70's but that only fuelled the Jack Reacher in me. Breakfast was simple but yet another box was ticked for this simple chap from England as I tucked into a waffle in the shape of Texas no less, I filled it with syrup and enjoyed multiple cups of coffee. There was also a pool to bathe in if you had your cozy and for $84 you simply can't go wrong staying here.

CD3
Castle Doctrine 3 Feb 18, 2026
8.0

Overall, literally a good bang for your buck!! I paid a paltry sum for my bare bones room. The tv was hard to figure out at 1st but, once on, it was good. The shower had a great shower head and plenty of got hot water. It had a mini fridge and coffee maker with an iron. Plenty of towels and soap for showering. Beds were good for the few hours we were in the room to sleep. I didn't like paying for a later check out on the app and then being told a 30 minute earlier check out at the front desk even though I showed the clerk at the front desk. To me that part seemed sketchy. Overall, it was close to everything we needed. And where we needed to go, so this made up for the deficiencies We would book from this location again. The pool was open during our stay but, we weren't there long enough to utilize the pool.

KT
Khan Tareen Jan 31, 2026
8.0

Our family of three and a friend stayed for one night in two separate double rooms at this centrally-located Austin motel between June 13-14. It was a suitable choice for the brief stay, especially since it's just around a kilometer from downtown with plenty of free parking space. Having a 24-hour Denny’s Diner located nearby was an excellent convenience, especially for meals at odd hours when most other restaurants were closed. The variety on their menu, from classic comfort food to lighter choices, made it easy to find something to suit everyone’s taste, turning it into a welcome dining option throughout the day and night. The motel building and rooms were basic and a bit dated, but the towels and linens were clean. We did, however, notice a few minor issues with the bathroom, including a broken lamp shade in our room and a couple of fixtures, as well as some general cleanliness issues. On the other hand, the front desk staff was friendly and responsive to our needs, and we made sure to fully comply with the motel’s rules and regulations, both in letter and in spirit. Breakfast was a standard continental spread, which was okay, and the hot waffle maker and other hot items like eggs and sausages were a bonus. The pool was a nice added feature, though we didn’t get a chance to use it. All in all, if someone is looking for a no-frills, convenient, and practical place to stay that offers an acceptable breakfast and easy access to the interstate highway, this motel is a reasonable choice. Owing to its convenient location and budget-friendly setup, we will prefer to stay here again on our next trip to the state capital.

JD
John D. Jan 24, 2026
10

The hotel is so quiet!! Perfect location, so close to downtown you can walk! Hannah at the front desk was so sweet and helpful with directions. I recommend staying here.. looks old but the rooms are great. AGAIN, cant beat the location! Breakfast was small but I got my Texas waffle. Yummm.

MW
Marjorie Walters Dec 31, 2025
8.0

We arrived early and couldn't check in until 2:30 without being charged extra. I needed to use a restroom but I had to exit the building enter through a door that said electrical and the bathroom had areas on the wall that had been patched but not painted. Also, the exterior looked rough. The driveway off the access road was a little difficult to maneuver. The breakfast was a continental style breakfast that offered DIY waffles, hot or cold cereal, toast, yogurt, coffee and juice. However, the room was clean and updated. It only lacked a rack to hang your shirts on. The shower pressure was adequate. Both young men at the front desk were helpful as I needed a washcloth and he immediately went to get me one. I made my reservation through Expedia and it was very affordable. If I were comparing this to the absolute very best hotel I would give it a 3 star. BUT for the money, it was a 4 star.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Super 8 by Wyndham Austin Downtown/Capitol Area

Austin, Texas, USA

Up-and-coming area with trendy restaurants & music venues, plus the George Washington Carver Museum.

  • Austin, Texas 48 min Walk
  • 12th/IH-35 1 min Walk
  • 904 11th/Branch 4 min Walk
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport 21 min Car · 53 min Transit
  • Killeen Regional Airport 1 hr 18 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Texas. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Barton Springs Pool 10,714 reviews

Barton Springs Pool

2131 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746, United States

4.6 · Public Swimming Pool
Texas Capitol 4,773 reviews

Texas Capitol

1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, United States

4.7 · State Government Office
Blanton Museum of Art 3,585 reviews

Blanton Museum of Art

200 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78712, United States

4.6 · Art Museum
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