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Austin Folk House Bed and Breakfast

506 West 22nd Street, Austin, TX 78705 (West Campus)
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Austin Folk House Bed and Breakfast
Ranked #16 of 38 Austin B&B and Inns
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Burleson, TX
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 NEW

I always prefer a nice B&B over an average hotel. I have found they run around the same price, and they are typically more comfortable. This B&B has several great things going for it. It is close to The Capital and Texas Museum, and University of Austin is just a few blocks away. Our room, #8, was simply furnished with... More

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Bristol, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2012

I stayed here for 2 weeks while doing research at the Harry Ransom Center at the University. It's very convenient for the University (about a 2 min walk to the Harry Ransom), and also close to plenty of good places to eat or drink. The room was comfortable and had everything I needed. The breakfasts are amazing and the staff... More

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Katy, Texas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2012 via mobile

We stayed at this B&B because we were doing a college visit and I wanted my daughter to experience the fun that I've had over the years with a B&B. I think this house is really more of an Annex to the Star of Texas on the next block. We checked in late, so there was a note left for... More

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San Antonio, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 July 2012

I recently stayed at the Austin Folk House Bed and Breakfast on W. 22nd Street. This was just like staying in a good friend's house! I want to live there all of the time! The B&B has 7 or 8 rooms and must have original been a boarding house or rooming house. I stayed in an upstairs room, had a... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012 via mobile

Good place to stay in Austin and is close to downtown. Even though its close to the university is still quite and has a great location in the city. It was easy to check in with a note left for me and explanations on what to do. Most B&Bs are more hands on, but overall the laid back hands off... More

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San Francisco, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011

If you have business on UT Austin campus, then the Folk House is very convenient. However, if you are a tourist wishing to see Austin, then I suggest you consider alternatives, including the sister establishment, the Star of Texas, one block away. We have stayed in dozens of B&B's throughout the U.S. Never before have we not seen an innkeeper... More

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Brooklyn, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2011

Staying at AFH is super convenient to the UT campus- 5 minutes walk- and everything was top notch. My room was incredibly comfortable- super big bed, plus lots of space to put your stuff and make yourself comfortable. Really big bathroom with everything you need- conveniences like blow drier, bath robes, but nice little bonuses like Paul Mitchel shampoo and... More

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Wales
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 September 2011

I stayed here with a work colleague while attending a conference at the university which was located about 10 minutes walk away. The B&B was very quiet and set back nicely from the road. The owners were very responsive and helpful when we booked. We didn't arrive until 10pm, but that was no problem - they left a key outside... More

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Houston, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2011

We're longtime B&B people and we've stayed in some very well-run establishments. But never before in a place so completely thought-out. Wine? In the fridge, along with soft drinks, milk, ice. Help yourself. Need something from the kitchen? Go get whatever you want. Cream puffs for breakfast? Why not? Thick-cut baked bacon? Of course. Street noise bother you . .... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2011

Just stayed here. We weren't there for campus, but if you are it is in the perfect location. It was 110F so we didn't do the walk to 6th, but wouldn't be a bad walk in the right weather. On the way home you could just hire one of those rickshaws, tons of fun. Room was comfortable, clean, uniquely decorated... More

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Also Known As:
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Address: 506 West 22nd Street, Austin, TX 78705
Region: United States > Texas > Austin > West Campus
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #16 of 38 B&Bs / Inns in Austin
Price range (per night): RM298 - 437

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