La Condesa

This vibrant South Austin gem serves up authentic Mexican fare alongside their famous avocado margaritas, all in a lively, art-filled atmosphere.

Campus convention hotel with modern meeting spaces & casual rooms, plus an outdoor heated pool. On the University of Texas campus, this relaxed hotel and conference center is 1 mile from the State Capitol. The casual rooms and suites offer free Wi-Fi and desks, plus 37-inch flat-screens, iPod docks, coffeemakers, and granite-and-marble bathrooms. Upgraded rooms include wet bars, and concealing beds to create sitting/meeting areas. There’s a free 24/7 fitness center, plus an outdoor heated pool. Other amenities include a fine dining restaurant, a coffee shop and 37 meeting spaces. Guests can buy a pass allowing access to the campus sports facilities, and bike rentals can be arranged for a fee. Underground parking is available (surcharge).

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