Southeast Austin, TX
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Where to stay in Southeast Austin

East Riverside - Oltorf
While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

Montopolis
Visitors to Montopolis enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Colorado River is worth a stop.

McKinney
McKinney might not have many top sights, but McKinney Falls State Park and Roy Kizer Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Franklin Park
Check out the live music, restaurants, and shopping while spending some time in Franklin Park. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like McKinney Falls State Park or Roy Kizer Golf Course.

Pleasant Valley
If you're spending some time in Pleasant Valley, Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River are top sights worth seeing.

Bluff Springs
While Bluff Springs might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Southpark Meadows and Southridge Plaza.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport
Juan the shuttle drive was the absolute BEST. You won't find better customer service. Thank you Juan!!! Also the breakfast was way better than I expected. Being able to leave my vehicle overnight while flying was an added bonus!
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
Air conditioning was a hit and miss , we’d turn it on and would shut off from time to time and even then it felt as thought it didn’t cool. Staff were sweet but elevator was old fashion , shaking when going up / down and pillows were small / lap size pillow and not comfortable. Bathroom towel too ...
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Austin South
Very close to S Congress, and Lady Bird Lake. Clean and friendly staff, safe area as well.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Modern Austin Condo • Pool • 5 min to Downtown & SoCo
Very welcoming and communication was easy. Very clean place with nice amenities.
Reviewed on May 2, 2026

Spacious King Bed 2BR Suite, 5 Min to DT w/ pool
The complex is not great, quite old, with several interesting characters. The unit was not very clean, hair in shower, broken glass in backyard, etc. We ended up shortening our stay. The photos are deceiving.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Whole home! 3BR/2BA Family-Friendly Rental Near Austin Airport–Great Amenities!
Clean, easy, and a great space to stay.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
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Popular places to visit

McKinney Falls State Park
This state park offers fishing, swimming and beautiful scenery just minutes from the city.

HOPE Outdoor Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at HOPE Outdoor Gallery in Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

University of Texas at Austin
Tour this campus to discover architectural wonders and public art displays. Visit captivating museums and witness the passion of a college football match.

Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this vibrant area.

Sixth Street
Austin’s answer to Bourbon Street really comes alive when the sun goes down. Enjoy live music, delicious food and refreshing drinks here any time of day.

Zilker Park
Perched on the banks of a beautiful lake, this centrally located park is an idyllic spot to relax in thermal springs or hike along extensive trails.
Things to do

Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise – 1 - Hour Scenic Tour BYOB

Lake Austin Scenic History Tour 2-Hour, Fully Shaded, All Ages

Ultimate cat experience at Austin's cat cafe
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