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HI-Austin

HI - Austin

2200 South Lakeshore Blvd
78741 Austin
USA

Tel. 1 512 444 2294
Fax. 1 512 444 2309

Customer Rating

Total:	84%	84% 100 168
Friendliness of Staff:	92%	92%
Efficiency of Service:	89%	89%
Comfort:	77%	77%
Cleanliness:	80%	80%
Security:	87%	87%
Location:	79%	79%

Green Rating:	82%	82%

HI-Austin rests on the shores of Town Lake, providing a peaceful setting only minutes from downtown Austin. Guests are only footsteps away from bus lines, the hike & bike trail, and the Colorado River. A 10 minute journey could take you to the middle of the Red River music district, to the stylish hub of South Congress, to the cool waters of Barton Springs Pool, or to the natural beauty of the Austin Greenbelt. Our fun and friendly staff would love to give you some ideas of what to do in town and directions on how to get there!

Our Mission: To help all, especially the young, gain a greater understanding of the world and its people through hostelling.

Hostelling International is the world’s largest and most respected network of hostels. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cultural understanding through travel.

Now offering free pancake breakfasts, daily from 8am - 10am!

HI-AUSTIN IS OBLIGATED TO CHARGE A 15% LODGING TAX ON ALL OVERNIGHT STAYS IN ACCORDANCE WITH TEXAS STATE LAW.

Please note that your quoted amount due upon arrival may be less than the actual amount due to taxes and daily membership fees. If you are a Hostelling International member you do not have to pay the $3 daily membership fee. For non-members, there is a $3 daily membership fee.

Base dorm room rates start at $22 + $3 daily membership fee + 15% lodging tax = $28.30 for non HI members. If you are a HI-Member base rates start at $25.30.

You can purchase a 1 year Hostelling International Membership at our hostel for $28 or $19 for seniors.

As part of our high quality standards, a government-issued photo ID (such as a passport or drivers license) must be presented upon check-in.

Regrettably, HI Austin cannot accommodate guests for more than 14 days per 365 day period. We also cannot accommodate guests who live within a 60 mile range of Austin.

Groups of 6 or more - please contact the hostel directly for information about rates & reservation deposits.

Please be advised that there is a $5 extra daily charge during special events such as South by Southwest and Austin City Limits. Bookings made for these events will also require a deposit of one full night. During these times, all cancellations require a 72 hour notice to receive a full refund.

Hostel bed capacity

Beds per room:				Total beds
Number of rooms:	1	1	4	47

Opening times

Opening times (daily/weekly):	Front Desk will be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Opening times (over the year):	All Year

Street Map and Route Planning

Directions

Bus:	By bus: Walk North across the parking lot to the corner of Middle Fiskville Rd & Clayton Ln. Take bus #10 southbound to Red River & 18th St. Transfer to bus #20 southbound to Burton & Riverside Dr. Walk down the hill along Tinnin Ford Road. The road will end at South Lakeshore Boulevard and we are across the street to the right. Taxis are available at the station as well - fare should be around $20.
Parking:	Free Parking @ the hostel!
Location:	3km-Southern shore of Town Lake, East or Interstate 35, off Riverside Drive.
Rail:	By bus: Walk 1 block north to 5th Street and take the Silver Dillo eastbound to Congress and 5th Street. Transfer to either bus #7 or #20 southbound, exiting at Burton and East Riverside Drive. Walk down the hill along Tinnin Ford Road. The road will end at South Lakeshore Boulevard and we are across the street to the right. Taxis are available at the station as well - fare should be about $10.
Airport:	By car: 15 Minute drive. Take Highway 71 west towards Austin. Merge onto Interstate 35 North and exit @ Riverside Drive (Exit # 233). Head east on Riverside Drive and turn left at the 7/11 onto South Lakeshore Boulevard. We are located about 400 meters down the street on the left. By bus: Take bus #100 (Airport Flyer to Burton and East Riverside Drive. Walk down the hill along Tinnin Ford Road. The road will end at South Lakeshore Boulevard and we are across the street to the right. Taxis are available at the airport as well - fare should be about $20.

Attractions

	Cultural centre nearby		Museums/art galleries nearby
	Historical sites nearby		River/harbour/lake nearby
	Hiking area		Main attractions nearby
	Nightlife nearby		Botanical gardens nearby
	Restaurants nearby		Shopping centre/market nearby
	Hostel with a difference		Leisure facilities nearby
	Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in HI - Austin

Facilities

	Family rooms available		Suitable for wheelchair users
	Breakfast in price		Hostel open 24h
	TV room		Self-catering kitchen
	Groups welcome		Common room(s)
	Sheets in price		Travel/Tour bureau
	Laundry facilities		Cycle rental available at or near the hostel
	Air conditioning		Internet access
	Credit card accepted		Currency exchange at or near hostel
	Individual traveller welcome		Luggage Store
	Lockers available		Non smoking room/area
	Basic store available at or near the hostel		Garden
	Green Hostel		BBQ

Customer Reviews HI - Austin

10 Jun 2013 Patrick, USA	93%	93%
The staff at the Austin Hostel are awesome & location can't be beat! The first impressions are deceiving. The entryway looks a bit drab, and there were dry, dead plants out in front near the door. There were also cobwebs around the front entryway hanging lights. Everything else is clean and well maintained, however.
09 Jun 2013 Hannah, USA	83%	83%
Personally was not prepared to the hostel experience.
07 Jun 2013 Mary, USA	93%	93%
The staff members were extremely friendly and welcoming. The security panel on each door worked well, once I had the code. I did not know a lock for the locker would be useful, because when I called ahead of time, no one mentioned it. Good to know for next time. There was no place to leave dry clothes in the women's restroom except for a bench, which wasn't too dry. Next time, I will bring a bathrobe and flip flops to wear in the shower area. Didn't know where to change clothes, either, since the room was co-ed, so I changed in the restroom stall, which had no hooks for hanging clothes. The restrooms seemed clean, though, and it was nice to have a blow dryer for public use in there. The room for sleeping was a comfortable temperature after 11 p.m., when someone had a fan on. By morning, the fan was off, and the room felt too warm. The living room area was supremely comfortable, with clean slipcovers over the couches and plenty of light for reading. Hostel response: Thanks for your comments - Your suggestions are good and I'll talk to the staff about maybe putting some hooks in the stalls. Thermostats seem to have a mind of their own. Next time you stop by if the temperature is off, just let us know and we'll adjust it! - Cory, HI-Austin
29 May 2013 Kristi, USA	100%	100%
The only bad thing really is that the room stank. One girl even checked in, in the middle of the night and I woke up hearing her complain about it, lol. Hostel response: Sorry about the room. We clean them thoroughly every day, but we don't clean the people that go in them! Thanks for your comment. Cory, HI-Austin
28 May 2013 Dennis, USA	57%	57%
No air conditioning in 90+ degree weather. Way overpriced and prices change. I was paying 900 a month to live in a 12 person dorm,wtf? Hostel response: We are very sorry that the A/C was broken while you were here - we got a totally new system and hope it never, ever breaks again. Just to be clear on the prices, for the Summer our dorms are $28.30 for the weekdays and $31.75 for Friday & Saturday (except for the 4-person dorm). We have smaller dorms available if you'd like to try us again another time. Thanks for your comment Dennis. Cory, HI-Austin
26 May 2013 Clifford, USA	90%	90%
The air-conditioner was broken in my room. Fans were used to cool the room, but they were still not efficient with 14 men in one room. Hostel response: Sorry about the A/C. We put in a totally new system, and I think we've been overcompensating because it's a little chilly in there right now. Hope you come back sometime! Cory, HI-Austin
26 May 2013 Carlos, USA	33%	33%
the place does not have air conditioning. It is very dirty and has terrible odors due to carpets that accumulate humidity and odors. The place is very dirty and not worth the Hostelling International approval. Hostel response: Thanks for your comment. We are very sorry you were here while the A/C was out. We have a new A/C installed and it's nice and breezy inside. We hope you'll consider staying here again one day. Cory, HI-Austin
25 May 2013 John, USA	70%	70%
Bonnie, Larus and Emily were the staff members I came into contact the most. Emily and Bonnie were really friendly and welcoming to my questions and comments. Larus was possibly having a bad day so he wasn't as inviting as the others. However, they're all very informed about Austin and how to get around. I appreciate all their hard work for low pay in the hostel business. There was one dilemma; the Air Conditioning was out completely in Rooms 1 and 2. It was out my whole 5 day stay! Only until the last day was I offered to sleep in the TV room where the A/C worked. The restrooms need a deep cleaning. There was an odor emanating from the toilets that was unbearable. Fix the A/C faster or provide guests with an alternative room if available. However, the people I met were unforgettable. If it wasn't for the people and fun time I had outside of the hostel, all my, "fairs", would of been, "very poor" ratings. Hostel response: Hi John, thanks for your honest and informative comments. We got a totally new A/C system installed, and we hope it never, never, ever goes out again. We're also re-hauling the bathrooms later in the year, so I hope next time you're in town you check us out to see the difference! Cory, HI-Austin
22 May 2013 Olinga, USA	70%	70%
Left early because A/C did not work. Hostel response: Very understandable. We installed a whole new system and hope you will consider staying with us again in the future. Thanks for your comment. Cory, HI-Austin
19 May 2013 Linda, USA	97%	97%
Located on a pretty lake with lots of wildlife and walking paths. It's possible to walk to the city center or catch a bus to downtown city center or campus area. All very accessible.