ACCOMMODATIONS IN AUSTIN
Book your room in our discounted Group Block at the Austin Southpark Hotel (the USH2022 conference venue).
The Usher Syndrome Coalition has secured a reduced rate of $119/night at the Austin Southpark Hotel. Our in-person events take place Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9.
Click here to reserve your room by June 17, 2022 to ensure rate and availability. You may also call 1-888-236-2427 or 1-844-631-0595 and ask for Group name "Usher Syndrome Coalition" OR Group Code "US1."
With a premier location in the heart of Texas, Austin Southpark Hotel provides you easy access to the best of the city while offering an escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown. Austin Southpark Hotel is ready to welcome you to the Lone Star State. The location is ideal, with quick commutes to downtown Austin, the airport, the State Capitol, the University of Texas and the LBJ Presidential Library. Austin Southpark Hotel features 312 beautifully appointed guest rooms, a spectacular pool and 13 meeting rooms.
GETTING THERE
The Austin Southpark Hotel is located 6.5 miles West of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Self-parking at the hotel is complimentary. This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
Airport Information:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Airport Phone: +1 512-530-2242
Airport Email: airportinfo@austintexas.gov
Alternate transportation: Learn more at AUS
Estimated taxi fare: 34 USD (one way
Bus service, fee: 1.25 USD (one way)
Driving directions:
Exit the airport following Presidential Blvd. 1.8 miles to the intersection of Texas Route 71 (Ben White Blvd.). Turn left merging on to Route 71 West (Ben White Blvd. West) and continue for 5.3 miles. Exit Woodward Street and turn left at the 2nd stoplight. Follow for 0.2 miles and turn right onto Freidrich Lane. Continue for 0.2 miles and turn right onto Directors Blvd. and continue for 0.1 miles. Turn right onto Governor's Row and Austin Southpark Hotel's entrance is 0.1 mile on the left.
LOCAL AREA
Austin is home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum. Learn More.
BRINGING THE FAMILY
Austin, Texas is a very kid-friendly city, with plenty of activities for all ages. Here are some attractions that you might enjoy:
- Check out these top 20+ family-friendly attractions in Austin.
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For the adventurous older kids and teens, try a trampoline park like Altitude Trampoline Park (5.5 miles from Austin Southpark Hotel) or Urban Air (1.2 miles from Austin Southpark Hotel).
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For the truly adventurous, try flying trapeze at Uprise Circus (16 miles from Austin Southpark Hotel)
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For the animal lovers, visit Safe in Austin Rescue Ranch, a sanctuary that rescues animals from severe abuse or neglect (~40 miles from Austin Southpark Hotel)
ACCESSIBLE AUSTIN
Here is a list of the top 10 attractions in Austin that offer accessibility accommodations. The information in this guide can assist travelers of all abilities with planning a visit and serve as a jumping-off point to learn more about accessibility at top attractions like the Texas Capital and the Blanton Museum of Art.
