Residence Inn Austin-University Area

3-star hotel Excellent 1209 E 51st Street, Austin, TX, 78723
Residence Inn Austin-University Area

About Residence Inn Austin-University Area

Comfortable Accommodations Residence Inn by Marriott Austin - University Area in Austin offers family rooms with air-conditioning, kitchenettes, and private bathrooms. Each room includes a work desk, dining area, and free WiFi. Exceptional Facilities Guests can enjoy a fitness center, sun terrace, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities. Delicious Breakfast A complimentary American buffet breakfast is served daily, featuring warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, and more. Prime Location Located 6.8 mi from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Moody Center and Lyndon Baines Johnson Museum. Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent service.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room microwave
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 591 reviews

The hotel is generally well-liked for its cleanliness, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. However, there are recurring complaints about the noise from the air conditioning units and issues with breakfast offerings.

What guests liked
  • Clean and comfortable rooms
  • Friendly and helpful staff
What could be better
  • Noisy air conditioning units
  • Breakfast offerings could be improved
  • Cathy Aug 2026 · via hotels.com
    2/5

    No mention of the pool or gym being unavailable when booking the reservation. Get there and the lobby is 83 degrees, hotel under renovation. AC in the room was so loud we couldn't sleep. Had to transfer to another room after reporting it to management having an exhausting day and no sleep. The credit for the inconvenience was not reflected on my credit card charge even though it was on my final bill I received via email.

  • Ting Jul 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice hotel. Highly recommend

  • Janette Jul 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Great The location was close to restaurants & businesses

  • Janette Jul 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Great The location was close to restaurants & businesses

  • Samantha Jun 2026 · via priceline
    5/5

    Enjoyed the accessibility to shopping plaza.

  • Samantha Jun 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Enjoyed the accessibility to shopping plaza.

  • Dragon Jun 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    The location and rooms were fantastic and the staff was polite and professional. The breakfast was something to not smile about. There was no fresh fruit, other than an apple or orange. No pancake or waffle station. The muffins were shrink wrapped Otis Spunkmeyer, how about a tray of muffins that are fresh along with bagels and bread station? The oatmeal station was nothing to write home about. Lastly, the I'd suggest revamping this a little to match the other breakfasts like the Hyatt offers.

  • Dragon Jun 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    The location and rooms were fantastic and the staff was polite and professional. The breakfast was something to not smile about. There was no fresh fruit, other than an apple or orange. No pancake or waffle station. The muffins were shrink wrapped Otis Spunkmeyer, how about a tray of muffins that are fresh along with bagels and bread station? The oatmeal station was nothing to write home about. Lastly, the I'd suggest revamping this a little to match the other breakfasts like the Hyatt offers.

  • Chabolla Jun 2026 · via priceline
    4.5/5

    Nice big space. The room is really comforting. At night, it’s darkly lit. Also, why charge a parking fee when it’s right in a huge parking lot?

  • Chabolla Jun 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Nice big space. The room is really comforting. At night, it’s darkly lit. Also, why charge a parking fee when it’s right in a huge parking lot?

  • Sandra Jun 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay

  • Lissette Jun 2026 · via priceline
    1/5

    We were not comfortable. Good thing we only stayed one night. When we travel to Louisiana we always stay at the Marriott Residence Inn. This is the first time we have not been satisfied. The property is old, and it is in need of renovation. The carpet, furniture and bathrooms all need an upgrade. There is a bad smell. Something is definitely wrong with the plumbing.

  • Lissette Jun 2026 · via booking
    1/5

    We were not comfortable. Good thing we only stayed one night. When we travel to Louisiana we always stay at the Marriott Residence Inn. This is the first time we have not been satisfied. The property is old, and it is in need of renovation. The carpet, furniture and bathrooms all need an upgrade. There is a bad smell. Something is definitely wrong with the plumbing.

  • FRANCIS May 2026 · via priceline
    2/5

    Air Conditioning Rumbles Like an airliner Water did not get hot - barely warm Furnishings and landscaping in need of replacement and care

  • Francis May 2026 · via booking
    2/5

    Air Conditioning Rumbles Like an airliner Water did not get hot - barely warm Furnishings and landscaping in need of replacement and care

  • Luis May 2026 · via booking
    4/5

    The location ! Is one of the best locations available A lot of business close by You can even walk to get the basics The parking lot

  • Luis May 2026 · via priceline
    4/5

    The location ! Is one of the best locations available A lot of business close by You can even walk to get the basics The parking lot

  • Fengxiang May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    A very great hotel.

  • Jose May 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Excellent customer service!

  • Jamie May 2026 · via expedia
    2/5

    No ice in the hotel at all! The doors are broken and don’t work to get into the hotel. We asked the staff if there was something wrong with our key. Both of their responses were “no those doors are broken and have been for a while.”

  • Alesha Apr 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Kaya Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Check-in was fast. Breakfast options were nice. Bathroom and towels in my room could have been a little cleaner. But the pillows were great. If I'm in need of accommodations in this area again I would not hesitate to stay here.

  • Kimberly Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Nice space I room

  • Anonymous Apr 2026 · via priceline
    2/5

    Not ‘university area’. It’s about 10 minutes from campus

  • Lauren Apr 2026 · via booking
    5/5

    Exceptional

  • Anthony Apr 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    staff were great, great location and in walking distance to many places. bed was comfortable and the shower was amazing.

  • Muneer Apr 2026 · via expedia
    4/5

    Big concern were the mattress conditions

  • Nancy Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    All of the staff were very nice. There is a good breakfast and both the rooms and the facility are very clean. I often stay here when visiting Austin.

  • Heather Mar 2026 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    Clean room and friendly staff. Just don’t book third party the pics are not the same as the room you get

  • Georgiy Mar 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    Hotel stay was poor. Found 2 cockroaches in my room and had to report to the front desk, the best they offered was cleaning THE NEXT DAY.

  • Lindsay Mar 2026 · via booking
    4.5/5

    Superb

  • Lynn Mar 2026 · via priceline
    2/5

    The breakfast was minimal. The location was excellent for our meetings and we also liked the stores and restaurants nearby. First we were not told about the hot water boiler being out. Then the elevator was down and 2 of us are handicapped and had to crawl down the stairs. Then we went to a business nearby and when we came back, we could not get in with our room keys.

  • Lynn Mar 2026 · via booking
    2/5

    The breakfast was minimal. The location was excellent for our meetings and we also liked the stores and restaurants nearby. First we were not told about the hot water boiler being out. Then the elevator was down and 2 of us are handicapped and had to crawl down the stairs. Then we went to a business nearby and when we came back, we could not get in with our room keys.

  • Mukesh Mar 2026 · via expedia
    1/5

    Ac was blowing right on my face and therefore we couldn’t sleep

  • Daniel Mar 2026 · via expedia
    3/5

    The room was nice, the a/c unit was so loud that it was difficult to sleep with ear plugs, and no hot water for the shower in the morning even after letting the water run for several minutes. The staff were friendly and the breakfast was good.

  • James Feb 2026 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Room had a very appealing layout. Clean and nice in kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom and shower. I'll recommend to my sibs who will be visiting Austin in a month or so. Friendly staff from desk to breakfast to room service.

  • Marwa Feb 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved the room and the price for it was amazing! Free breakfast was a huge plus for us and we throughly enjoyed our stay

  • David Jan 2026 · via expedia
    5/5

    Room was.clean and staff were professional, courteous and very nice

  • Madora Nov 2025 · via expedia
    1/5

    We had booked this hotel over Origin Mueller because of the pool and the buffet. Huge mistake. I was told that this hotel is going out of business and that is the only logical explanation for why it is in such a deplorable condition and why they are neglecting such critical maintenance. - Leaking air conditioner caused room to smell of mildew - and on day 2, we found large amounts of BLACK MOLD. Once we saw this, we left immediately and switched hotels. - Pool was bright green and thick with algae. - Electrical outlets had exposed metal and caused small explosion that was super scary and ruined my plug. - Furniture is at end of life - like free side of the road (exposed stuffing, rips, etc). - Room just generally very tired and dirty. The list goes on and on. Terrifying experience that nearly ruined our trip to Austin.

  • Annabelle Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    More lesa

  • Alissa Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    3/5

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  • Nichole Nov 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Yes, staff brought out and replaced items fresh as needed

  • Karyn Nov 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Great

  • Lindsey Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    The room was spacious, with kitchenette and full size fridge. Easy accessibility to the parking lot.

  • Jennifer Oct 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice amenities, excellent breakfast, nice gym and pool!

  • Lidia Oct 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    First room had an A/C that didn't work after trying to adjust it and the shower temperature could only be super hot or super cold. Moved to a new room where TV remote did't work and shower temperature stayed cold.

  • Emma Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    I would go back to this place. Very neat, spacious and accommodating staffs

  • Sierra Sep 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great stay

  • Claire Aug 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff was amazing! Clean and upscale!

  • Todd Jul 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Staff were super friendly. The hotel was updated and very clean. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. We had a wonderful experience.

  • Ashley Jun 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Walking distance from shopping center, restaurants. Staff was friendly.

  • K.Douglas May 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great stay for State Championship for One Act Play in Texas.

  • Paul Apr 2025 · via expedia
    3/5

    Daily housekeeping is not available. I stay 6 nights and room was never cleaned. Front desk says housekeeping is every 3 days and offerd toilet paper and fresh towels. Pool dirty, with green algae and not heated. Breakfast poor. Cold. Or out of most items. I am surprised Marriot puts there name on this one

  • Priscilla Apr 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hotel staff was nice and attentive. Room was clean and comfortable.

  • Mark Apr 2025 · via expedia
    4/5

    Hotel room did not have a bathroom door. Front desk finally moved is to a new room

  • William Mar 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We loved the stay plenty of room, we will definitely be back.

  • Carrie Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very convenient to Dell Children's Hospital.

  • Verified Mar 2025 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    This is our second stay at this hotel. Rooms are very nice with lots of space to spread out and a full kitchen. Very convenient location for us. The bathroom could have used a good scrubbing!

  • Gabriel Mar 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Great service

  • Frederick Feb 2025 · via expedia
    5/5

    Front desk staff was uniformly great

  • Thomas Dec 2024 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Great location and front desk staff. The breakfast, however, lacked plates, eggs, and (a bit later) coffee. Other than that, a great start to the day.

  • john Dec 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Front desk staff were amazing. Nice rooms.

  • Wendi Nov 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Try nice, clean and quiet location

  • Rudy Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Overall the experience was great although i woke up to a roach falling on my chest. That was unpleasant. The supervisor said she couldnt give me a discount since i paid through expedia.

  • Cheryl Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Overnight stay only - much nicer accommodations than necessary!

  • Rebecca Oct 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Easy and friendly check-in.

  • Verified Oct 2024 · via hotels.com
    1/5

    I’ve used this hotel before and it has been good. This time I had some issues. I woke up in the middle of the night with ants on me!! They quickly changed rooms but that affected my sleep obviously. Then we had a second room that we had trouble getting out of because the electronic lock wouldn’t u lock.

  • Gary Aug 2024 · via expedia
    4/5

    Had to take a 3rd room with a smaller tv screen because the first 2 rooms had tvs that were not working properly. One only had 20 channels and none were local, the other had a non functioning guide button and had to scroll through each channel to see what was playing.

  • Maricruz Aug 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Loved our stay. It was a cute and clean hotel.

  • Gabriel Aug 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Outstanding staff

  • Verified Jun 2024 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    We stayed there for a couple of nights. Room was very clean and comfortable. We had our dog with us and they were very accommodating. There are many dining and shopping options in the area, some are walkable. We will be staying here again in the future.

  • Mark May 2024 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    While there's always room for improvement, this Hotel always pleases me. The women running the breakfast buffet get an A+ from me. Always fresh food, AMAZING bacon, and a friendly "Good Morning" every day. I stayed a week, and LOVED these women. As for the front desk, Patrick was my favorite. The friendly African-American male spoke TOO LOUDLY and made me feel that my private questions were now the public's business. Otherwise, no complaints with him or the women also working the front desk. My experience with the housekeeping staff was not so great—my room was supposed to be cleaned every other day, but it was only cleaned ONE DAY total. Disappointing!

  • Tracie Apr 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very nice place to stay

  • Cynthia Mar 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Nice & clean.

  • Robert Feb 2024 · via expedia
    5/5

    Everything was as expected...thanks

  • Lawrence Nov 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Enjoyed the variety of items at breakfast

  • Joe Oct 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    The staff are the NICEST! Will stay again when/if we get the opportunity.

  • David Oct 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Set back next to a Home Depot the property is clean, the rooms large and staff nice. Restaurants close early (9pm) so late night nothing to do. Not walkable but not a bad place.

  • Yanjie Sep 2023 · via expedia
    1/5

    We planned to stay in Residence Inn by Mariott Austin – University Area from September 1 to 4, 2023. After only one-night stay and at the morning of Sept. 2, we found that the bed was full of ants, a terrible experience that shocked us. We immediately quitted the hotel. The terrible hygiene of the hotel made our labor-day weekend completely unpleasant and horrified.

  • Laurajane Sep 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    We had a great stay. The best/weirdest/favorite part? The elevator was always open and ready for me to head up to my room. Staff was friendly and the area was ideal.

  • Richard Sep 2023 · via expedia
    4/5

    Ventilation output too close to beds

  • Stephen Aug 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    It was comfortable. Nice breakfast, but a waffle iron would have made it better. Staff was friendly. The slope on the south entrance is pretty steep in places.

  • Kathleen Jun 2023 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Very nice- bed wasn’t the most comfortable for me, but my husband loved it. Great location. Solid breakfast

  • Barbara Apr 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Lovely place to stay. Like having an apartment in Austin.

  • Kerri Mar 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Very quiet, clean and a very friendly staff!!!

  • Marilyn Mar 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Location

  • Jennifer Mar 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Na

  • Verified Feb 2023 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    The room was clean and comfortable. The only problem was the heater/air conditioner was extremely loud.

  • Tara Feb 2023 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    If you’re going with your family, particularly if you have a dog, this is a great place to stay. There are good walking paths nearby Starbucks, restaurants etc. Very convenient and a decent enough gym. Wish it had a little bit more but we will definitely be staying there again.

  • Jo Feb 2023 · via expedia
    5/5

    Easy check in. Great reception.

  • Fiona Dec 2022 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Although the hotel seemed to be in a nice area, several cars in the hotel parking lot were broken into and items were stolen. My car window was broken despite being parked right in front of the hotel and under a lamppost. The hotel staff were sympathetic and had alerted the Austin police, but were otherwise unconcerned. I did not notice any security cameras in the parking lot. Don't leave any bags or belongings in your car!

  • Heather Nov 2022 · via expedia
    4/5

    Decent area with lots of shopping and dining nearby. Hotel room was very quiet. It was clean but had a few noticeable areas of wear and tear. Overall it was a fine place to stay.

  • Douglas Nov 2022 · via expedia
    2/5

    No hot water. Noisy AC.

  • Hoang Sep 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    The hotel was clean and convenient but I have issues with the AC unit right next to the bed. It was pound when running and kept me up all night.

  • Paul Sep 2022 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    It was a good hotel with nice big rooms at a reasonable price, but the AC was very loud and made it hard to sleep the first night. Hopefully this is just a luck of the draw problem, but if you are sensitive to that sort of thing, you might consider booking elsewhere.

  • Lynn Sep 2022 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    It was our 1st visit to Austin and it was wonderful. Maria at the desk made us feel so welcome like family! She was so friendly and gave us 1st class service! Everyone at the place was so friendly and personable. It was clean and comfortable! It exceeded our expectations. Thank you!

  • EARNEST Sep 2022 · via expedia
    5/5

    I loved the peace and quiet it gave me, and the staff was very friendly and attentive. Have no complaints at all

  • dennis Aug 2022 · via expedia
    5/5

    Disliked - little Marriott signage, not that easy to find property

  • Michael Aug 2022 · via expedia
    4/5

    Good location walking distance to good food. Great staff!!

  • Binny Jul 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    The carpet was filthy, and the smell of someone vaping was very prominent in the room.

  • OLIVE Jun 2022 · via expedia
    5/5

    I loved loved loved my stay. The staff were so friendly and welcoming, it was clean.I absolutely loved the area it was a walki g distance to restaurants, shopping and Bank. We stayed in the suite and it was set up already so we bought groceries and we able to cook and eat in the room. Breakfast offered at yhe hotel was also great.So many options for different dietary needs.

  • Marion Jun 2022 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    I was disappointed with there being no room service and the food offered for sale was not good. The mattresses were not to my liking - much too soft. It was difficult to get the shampoo, etc. out of the pump bottles as the nozzles and not been cleaned and there was dried product on them that made the contents shoot out in different directions.

  • Christy Jun 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    The staff was very friendly and accommodating however the hotel was a bit run down. Our air conditioner kept us up all night with loud noises like an airplane taking off every 15 minutes. We had a changeable fare and cancelled our first night a week ahead of time and were supposed to get a credit from the hotel however this did not happen and now we cannot get the manager to respond.

  • Blake May 2022 · via expedia
    5/5

    Hotel was nice

  • craig Apr 2022 · via expedia
    4/5

    Front desk at 3pm was stressed and short staffed making her a little short with me. Been there and understand completely. Checked in about an hour and a half later than normal. All worked out in the end.

  • Verified Apr 2022 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Loved my stay! The front desk went above and beyond with their customer service.

  • Eduardo Apr 2022 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Room was great with a living area and kitchen. Loved the separate bedrooms which gave us some privacy from our kids. Will be staying here again.

  • ellen Apr 2022 · via expedia
    5/5

    The front desk woman I think is namef Debbie ( afro american probably over 50) takes guests” comfort as her mission 😊🙏

  • Brent Mar 2022 · via expedia
    3/5

    Nice space with full kitchen and living area and quality bed. The lobby A/C was out the entire time. 3 of 4 TVs in lobby did not work. No restaurant/bar

  • Jessica Jan 2022 · via hotels.com
    4/5

    Perfect for business

  • Judith Dec 2021 · via expedia
    5/5

    Convenient location

  • Sonya Dec 2021 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Will stay here during every trip to Austin!!

  • Marjorie Dec 2021 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Hotel was very clean and quiet. Breakfast was good each day. Would stay here again!

  • Victoria Dec 2021 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    I loved my hotel stay. The front desk was very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and comfortable. I had a great night of sleep. It truly felt like home away from home.

  • John Nov 2021 · via hotels.com
    5/5

    Great friendly staff!

  • Marty Nov 2021 · via expedia
    2/5

    AC was so noisy, it showed like a large truck parked next to the bed. Room 225. No shower cap. Breakfast was just ok.

  • Victor Nov 2021 · via expedia
    3/5

    A/C unit so noisy, i was hurrying because i had an event and wamt an early check-in but the receptionist woman doesn't care about customer service

  • Anita Oct 2021 · via expedia
    5/5

    Bed was soft and comfortable. Nice bathroom

  • Michael Oct 2021 · via expedia
    4/5

    The suite was nice with 2 rooms and 2 separate baths. Since the suite was in the corner, there was lots of loud street noise. The area was OK depending on which side of the neighborhood you were on. There was a large roach that was dead on the kitchen floor had to call the front desk.

  • Henry Aug 2021 · via hotels.com
    3/5

    Hotel was mediocre. Seemed somewhat run down for not being that old. We had to switch rooms 3 times due to AC issues. We ended up purchasing a fan instead of moving rooms a forth time. Issue is the bedroom area does not get as cold as the living area. I hope they fix this issue because it is a great location and the staff was very accommodating.

Frequently asked questions about Residence Inn Austin-University Area

Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Residence Inn Austin-University Area offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area offer parking?
Yes, Residence Inn Austin-University Area offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Residence Inn Austin-University Area features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Residence Inn Austin-University Area have a fitness center?
Yes, Residence Inn Austin-University Area features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Residence Inn Austin-University Area located, and how walkable is the area?
Residence Inn Austin-University Area is located at 1209 E 51st Street, Austin, TX 78723. With a Walk Score of 68, the area is rated Somewhat Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but a car or rideshare is helpful for most trips.

House rules

Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM
Cancellation Not available
Children Not available