These five hotels near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) were chosen for transfer convenience first: taxi time to the terminal, then CapMetro bus access, then star rating. Every property is within 5 minutes by taxi. You get a mix of segments, from a high-rated budget pick to a full-service Hilton.
How close is close? Understanding the airport hotel zone
Austin-Bergstrom is southeast of downtown on SH-71, about 8 miles from the Capitol. The hotels on this list cluster in two pockets: the on-campus strip along Spirit of Austin Lane and Hotel Drive (by the airport entrance off SH-71), and the SH-71 / East Ben White corridor about 1.4 to 1.7 miles out.
From Hilton and Hyatt Place, a taxi to the terminal takes a minute or two, and Route 20 stops outside both. For the corridor hotels, a taxi runs 3 to 5 minutes in normal traffic. All five hotels below clear that threshold.
CapMetro's Route 20 Riverside connects the airport to downtown Austin every 15 to 30 minutes, seven days a week, for $1.25 a ride ($1.50 from January 10, 2027). The bus stop is on the lower level outside baggage claim, at the neon guitar stop. The corridor hotels are served by Route 271 rather than Route 20.
Airport hotel comparison at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Taxi to AUS | Route 20 access | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Austin Airport | 3 | 1 min | Stop outside (New Airport & Spirit of Texas) | 8.4 |
| Hyatt Place Austin Airport | 3 | 2 min | 5-minute walk (New Airport & Spirit of Texas) | 8.7 |
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Airport East by IHG | 2 | 3 min | Route 271 nearby | 9.3 |
| Comfort Suites Austin Airport | 4 | 5 min | Route 271 nearby | 7.5 |
| Cambria Hotel Austin Airport | 4 | 5 min | Route 271 nearby | 9.3 |
Getting to and from AUS without a car
- Rideshare and taxi pickup for arrivals is under the Consolidated Rental Car Facility, north of the Red Garage. Reach it by the rideshare tram from the Red Garage first floor or the Mobility Tram from the third floor.
- Route 20 Riverside runs every 15 to 30 minutes, seven days a week, for $1.25 ($1.50 from January 10, 2027). The bus stop is on the lower level outside baggage claim at the neon guitar stop.
- After two paid rides on the same service day, the rest of that day is free under CapMetro's fare-capping system, so a round trip costs $2.50 ($3 from January 10, 2027) at most.
- Taxi companies listed by the airport: ATX Co-Op Taxi at 512-333-5555, Central City Taxi at 512-400-4044, and Z-Trip at 512-452-9999. No flat rate to downtown is published.
- The airport's cell phone waiting lot is open 24/7 at 2901 Spirit of Texas Drive, useful if you are picking someone up.
The hotels
Hilton Austin Airport
9515 Hotel Drive
8.4680 reviews
1 min walk to New Airport & Spirit of Texas stop (Route 20)0.35 miles from the terminal on Hotel Drive, about a 1-minute taxi to departures, with a Route 20 bus stop outside.
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Hyatt Place Austin Airport
9532 Spirit of Austin Lane
8.7929 reviews
5 min walk to New Airport & Spirit of Texas stop (Route 20)The closest hotel on this list at 0.22 miles from the terminal, with an 8.7 guest rating and a Route 20 bus stop nearby.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Airport East by IHG
3102 E. State Highway 71
9.3421 reviews
3 min walk to SH 71 & Cheviot stop (Route 271)A 9.3 guest rating and a 3-minute taxi to the terminal from its SH-71 address, 1.41 miles away.
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Comfort Suites Austin Airport
7501 E Ben White Blvd
7.51,215 reviews
6 min walk to Riverside & Metro Center stop (Route 271)1.72 miles from the terminal on East Ben White, about a 5-minute taxi, and four stars.
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Cambria Hotel Austin Airport
7800 E BEN WHITE BLVD
9.3516 reviews
4 min walk to Palma Verde & Ben White stop (Route 271)About 5 minutes by taxi to the terminal from East Ben White, with a 9.3 guest rating, four stars, on-site parking, and dogs and cats welcome.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport?＋
Hyatt Place Austin Airport is the closest, 0.22 miles from the terminal, with Hilton Austin Airport on Hotel Drive close behind at 0.35 miles. A taxi from either to departures takes a minute or two.
Do any of these hotels offer a free airport shuttle?＋
We couldn't confirm an airport shuttle at any of these five hotels, so ask the hotel before you book. Hilton and Hyatt Place are close enough that a taxi takes a minute or two.
Can I take public transit from AUS to these hotels?＋
CapMetro's Route 20 Riverside runs from the airport's lower level (at the neon guitar bus stop) to downtown Austin every 15 to 30 minutes for $1.25 a ride ($1.50 from January 10, 2027). Route 20 also stops at New Airport and Spirit of Texas, outside Hilton and Hyatt Place. The East Ben White corridor hotels are served by Route 271.
What is the hotel tax rate in Austin?＋
Austin's hotel tax totals 17 percent: 6 percent Texas state tax plus 11 percent city tax. Hotels with 100 or more rooms may also add a 2 percent Austin Tourism Public Improvement District fee on top of that as a separate line item.
Which of these hotels accepts pets?＋
Cambria Hotel Austin Airport is the only property on this list with a verified pet policy. It accepts both dogs and cats, up to two pets, with a non-refundable fee of $75 for stays of one to four nights. Pet policies at the other four hotels are not confirmed in available data, so contact them before arriving with an animal.
Is there a light rail or metro connection from AUS to these hotels?＋
No. Austin's MetroRail Red Line does not serve Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The only rail line runs from Leander to Downtown Austin. Light rail's first phase, planned to open in 2033, does not reach the airport; an airport extension is a later phase. Route 20 by bus is the primary public transit option from AUS.
