Firehouse HostelvsHoliday Inn Austin-Town Lake, an IHG Hotel
Both Firehouse Hostel and Lounge and Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake are praised by writers. On balance, Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake scores slightly better than Firehouse Hostel and Lounge. Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake scores 72 with recommendations from 4 reviewers such as Gayot, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Firehouse Hostel
 Time Out
 Lonely Planet
605 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
From $29/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Laundy Room
 
 "Standard and deluxe dorm offerings are great for large groups, but for those who’ve outgrown the charms of sleeping in the bunk beds they also offer a pair of more conventional suites." Full review
 "A hostel in downtown Austin? Finally! And a pretty darned spiffy one, at that." Full review
Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake, an IHG Hotel
 Oyster
 Gayot
 DK Eyewitness
 Frommer's
20 North IH-35, Austin, TX 78701
From $74/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
Mid-Range
 "The mid-range Holiday Inn is a safe, if unexciting, bet for travelers on a budget." Full review
 "Set on the south shore of Town Lake, this 320-room hotel is a popular venue for brides and grooms." 
 "Overlooking Town Lake, this high-rise hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Austin, adjacent to the Town Lake hike and bike trail." 
 "The most upscale Holiday Inn in Austin, this high-rise hotel is situated on the north shore of Lady Bird Lake, at the edge of downtown, and just off I-35." Full review