The recently opened, 65 room (all suite) Holiday Inn Express Hotel Austin NW adjoins a residential area at 12703 FM 620 - one block west of US 183 in the far northwest suburbs of Austin and 16 miles from the city center. The hotel is right opposite the 150 store Lakeline Mall and close to various parks, golf courses and country clubs, as well as the many recreational facilities of Lake Travis, a few miles west. The main amenities are a fitness center, guest laundry, free internet access, above average free continental breakfast, and a nice outdoor pool/hot tub, on the sheltered south side of the property.

One of two new hotels of this brand to open in Austin in 2009, Staybridge Suites Austin Northwest faces US 183 in the middle of the hilly suburbs near the edge of town, opposite the golf course at Balcones Country Club and within a few miles of such sites as the Arboretum, Lakeline Mall and Domain Mall. There are 80 suites available, in two bed, one bed or studio configurations, all with a fully equipped kitchen. Complimentary amenities include wired/wireless internet access, hot breakfast and weekday evening receptions; food and drinks are also available for purchase from the on site convenience store, or from a supermarket just down the road. For leisure, the hotel has a fitness center and outdoor pool.

Of the three Comfort Suites hotels in Austin, the northernmost is located at 13681 N US 183 - 16 miles from the city center in hilly, wooded suburbs at the edge of the Texas Hill Country. There are many shopping and leisure opportunities within a few miles including Lakewood Mall, Balcones Country Club and the Arboretum. Rates are relatively low yet the place enjoys a good reputation, for its helpful staff, clean rooms, quiet location, modern facilities and the quality of the free full breakfast. The hotel also has a business center, outdoor pool, hot tub and a meeting room.