Austin Motel

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Located in the heart of South Congress' famed strip of restaurants, clubs, and shops, Austin Motel is considered a beloved, quintessential part of the city's authentic history. Operating as a motel since 1938, the property features 41 rooms, a 50's style outdoor pool, and modern conveniences all set amidst classic midcentury roadside motel architecture that reflects the property's quirky vibe.

09/11/2026

It's hard to put into words how amazing our night with on the Rooftop was a couple weeks ago, so we've got all the photos to tell ya. If you danced with us, sang your heart out to your favorite new song off the Living Proof album, or scooted your boots around the pool, don't forget to pick up the official limited-release poster, y'all.

Designed by .design and printed by , we're donating sales proceeds to , who does work to engage communities in the of land, dark skies, water, and culture in the Far West Texas region. A very special thanks goes out to for making the good times even better, and to for your delicious bites—we couldn't have done it without y'all 🍻.

Pre-order your poster, and we can ship it straight to your door, or have available for pick up at the Motel. Tap that link and get yours fast before they’re gone, y’all.
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No diving, just thriving when you're wearing our brand new Austin Motel Swim Club tee. Slip into something a little more...
09/10/2026

No diving, just thriving when you're wearing our brand new Austin Motel Swim Club tee. Slip into something a little more comfortable that also commemorates the funkiest little oasis on South Congress Avenue. Tap that link and think pink, y'all.

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ACL ROOMS PUSH // MARQUEE VID FROM GRANT + ROOMS IMAGES
09/08/2026

ACL ROOMS PUSH // MARQUEE VID FROM GRANT + ROOMS IMAGES

One more for the road, y'all 🤠. Come out this Labor Gay weekend for our last YeeHawties of the summer season this Sunday...
09/04/2026

One more for the road, y'all 🤠. Come out this Labor Gay weekend for our last YeeHawties of the summer season this Sunday, September 6 from 2 - 6 PM. Expect steers🐮, queers🌈, two-steppin' around the pool👢, hot hot hot dogs by 🌭, and a big group hug with all your new friends 🥰 to say so long to summer.

Just tap that link to RSVP—we'll see y'all there.
http://spr.ly/6186BGBXTK

09/03/2026

It's time to live it up, y'all. Austin knows how to party—especially when music festivals and motorsport racing roll into town, and we're to be your landing pad for any an all of the good times. Book three nights or more at Austin Motel during weekends this October and enjoy a $100 food and beverage credit, a $75 retail credit, and daily breakfast from . It really is that good, y'all.

Just tap that link to put the details behind you and the good times ahead.
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When we say it's been an absolutely 🔥epic🔥 summer with , we aren't exaggerating one bit. Rollin' up for our Park & Swim ...
09/02/2026

When we say it's been an absolutely 🔥epic🔥 summer with , we aren't exaggerating one bit. Rollin' up for our Park & Swim all summer with our Austin community each month has been amazing, and we wouldn't have it any other way. We're getting together for one last splash together tomorrow, September 3, for our final First Thursday Park & Swim of the season, and we're telling you—y'all don't want to miss it.

We'll have slingin' hot burgers, DJ spinnin' beats, and legends playing live, poolside. Whether you've got a hot rod or not, bring your suit and bring your buds—we'll see y'all there ✌️.

🤠 First Thursday Park & Swim with Tough Enuff
⚡Thursday, September 3
🍔 Burgers by Busty's Bar and Jukebox 5 - 9 PM
📀 Beats by Vinyl DJ Feelin' Groovy 5 PM
🎸 Live Music by Mayeux and Broussard 7:30 PM

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POV: Labor Day Weekend 2026 at Austin Motel. Say "see ya later summer" with a weekend full of poolside hangs. Float on w...
09/01/2026

POV: Labor Day Weekend 2026 at Austin Motel. Say "see ya later summer" with a weekend full of poolside hangs. Float on with our final Float Films showing of The Mummy on Friday, September 4, and ride the bull one last time for the last YeeHawties of the season on Sunday, September 6. Tap that link to get your tickets, RSVP for your spot, or even just get a nice pool pass and sizzle in the sun.
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🎥 Float Films featuring The Mummy - Friday, September 4
🤠 YeeHawties with - Sunday, September 6

Let's be real—it's going to be hot for a while longer here in the capital city. In these times you've just got to give i...
08/31/2026

Let's be real—it's going to be hot for a while longer here in the capital city. In these times you've just got to give in and dive in, to a pool that is. With our Pool King rooms, you'll be overlooking—you guessed it—our pool, along with our lush Courtyard, and you're just steps away from a cool dip.

Tap that link and stay cool, y'all. 😎
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08/28/2026

It’s almost showtime, y’all  [🤠] . Our buds Silverada will be playing their new album Living Proof on the roof at the Austin Motel pool tonight at 8 PM. Can you get any more epic than that? We’ll close the night out with a DJ set by Casey Seymour.
 
This is free for all y’all with an RSVP. Just tap that link, show up early, and bring your swimsuit if you’re lookin’ to take a dip.

Come say so long to summer as we crack open the crypt for one final Float Films Summer of 1999 feature: The Mummy, on Fr...
08/26/2026

Come say so long to summer as we crack open the crypt for one final Float Films Summer of 1999 feature: The Mummy, on Friday, September 4. Blow up the floatie and come watch Brendan Fraser battle some ancient evil under the Austin stars.

Tap that link to get your ticket—they're going quick, y'all.
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🎥 Float Films: The Mummy
🎥 Friday, September 4
🎥 5 PM doors open, 8 PM around sundown movie begins

Happy National Dog Day, y'all. It turns out your best friends love hangin' at Austin Motel just as much as you do, and w...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day, y'all. It turns out your best friends love hangin' at Austin Motel just as much as you do, and we might love it more than both of you combined 🌭♥️.

Thanks to for sharing her paws-itively perfect stay with us last week 🐶.

Y'all really thought we'd leave you hangin' the last First Thursday of the summer? Not a chance 💋. Roll out for hot rods...
08/25/2026

Y'all really thought we'd leave you hangin' the last First Thursday of the summer? Not a chance 💋. Roll out for hot rods 🔥 and cold dips 💦 at the last Park & Swim with our buds on Thursday, September 3 🤠. Get your fill of hot burgers from , groove to beats by DJ , and two-step by the pool for one last time with local legends .

It's free for all y'all. Just ride or walk up and close out the summer with a splash.

🤠 First Thursday Park & Swim with Tough Enuff
⚡Thursday, September 3
🍔 Burgers by Busty's Bar and Jukebox 5 - 9 PM
📀 Beats by Vinyl DJ Feelin' Groovy 5 PM
🎸 Live Music by Mayeux and Broussard 7:30 PM

It's one last rodeo for the summer, y'all 🤠. We're celebrating Labor Gay with our final YeeHawties of the season on Sund...
08/25/2026

It's one last rodeo for the summer, y'all 🤠. We're celebrating Labor Gay with our final YeeHawties of the season on Sunday, September 6 from 2 - 6 PM, and you won't wanna miss it. Catch your final ride on the inflat-a-bull, bring your 1's for drag performances from .bird and , snack on hot hot hot dogs by , and two step your heart out as spins to close out the best h***y tonk party of the summer.

Tap that link to RSVP and you're in the party.

🌈 YeeHawties hosted by Ed West
🌈 Sunday August 16
🌈 2- 6 PM
🌈 Performances by Lawrie Bird and Harlot
🌈 18 + only
🌈 Free to attend with RSVP

Please remember, y'all: no outside food or drinks allowed.

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It's Monday😑, and it's hot 🚒, so we're going to give you an extra little gift of fun to get you excited for the week. Hi...
08/24/2026

It's Monday😑, and it's hot 🚒, so we're going to give you an extra little gift of fun to get you excited for the week. Hint: it's going to be a good one. Tap to explore, tap to RSVP, but mainly—show up and enjoy the end of the summer with us 🌈💋:
http://spr.ly/6189B1SCUL

🌝 Full Moon Swim with canyon - Thursday, August 27, 5 PM
🤠 on the Roof - Friday, August 28, 8 PM
⚡Power Moves with - Saturday, August 29, 6 PM
💪 Splash Dance with - Sunday, August 30, 10 AM

See y'all soon. ♥️

Take a nap, take a dip, take a cold one from the Bodega fridge. Whatever you decide to do, take your time and make sure ...
08/22/2026

Take a nap, take a dip, take a cold one from the Bodega fridge. Whatever you decide to do, take your time and make sure you're enjoying yourself here at the Austin Motel 💋.

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We're taking it to the roof with to celebrate the release of their album, Living Proof, right here in the middle of Sou...
08/21/2026

We're taking it to the roof with to celebrate the release of their album, Living Proof, right here in the middle of South Congress. Next Friday, August 28 at 8 PM—bring your friends, your lovers, your family to scoot your boots as we turn the Austin Motel pool into the best little rock n' roll h***y tonk in Texas for one night only. And yes—they're really gonna play on the roof 🔥. Stick around for post-show spins with 🤠.

Free with RSVP. Tap that link and get ready for some good times. See y'all at the pool
http://spr.ly/6189B1lct5

📣 Only two Saturday's left to register to vote at Austin Motel 📣Join us THIS Saturday, August 22 or next Saturday, Augus...
08/19/2026

📣 Only two Saturday's left to register to vote at Austin Motel 📣

Join us THIS Saturday, August 22 or next Saturday, August 29 from noon to 4 PM with our pals over at to ensure you're prepared to make your MOVE and VOTE Y'ALL.

While you're here, check out our custom merch. We're donating 25% of the purchase price of our Vote Y’all tees, totes, and pins to 's voter registration efforts. Find the collection online at the link in bio and right here at Austin Motel while supplies last.

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