Fodor's Expert Review Austin Motel

What used to be a fading 1938 motor court is now a beloved, quintessentially Austin motel that sits pretty in the heart of South Congress’s famed stretch of trendy restaurants, clubs, and shops. It's a favorite with hipsters and artsy folk, who hang by the classic, kidney-shape pool. Funky, throwback rooms are expertly outfitted with retro decor and kitschy accoutrements, like the signature Bunkhouse kimono robes in every bathroom. The staff, made up of laid-back locals, aims to please.