In the heart of Austin, Sonder at East 5th offers a vibrant retreat with laundry facilities, a gym to keep you active, and an outdoor pool to soak up the sun. Unwind in this smoke-free aparthotel with concierge services, barbecue grills on site, and convenient access to free WiFi. Guests rave about the location near Rainey Street and Sixth Street.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Laundry facilities
Gym
Pool
Lounge area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Main amenities (7)
40 smoke-free apartments
Outdoor pool
Fitness center
Air conditioning
Self-serve laundry
Concierge services
Barbecue grills
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Living room
Television
Washer/dryer
The current price is $162
$162
$189 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Room options
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Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 11 min drive
Austin Station - 12 min drive
Plaza Saltillo Station - 5 min walk
Downtown Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
Uptown Sports Club - 2 min walk
The Lucky Duck - 2 min walk
Latchkey - 3 min walk
The Brew & Brew - 3 min walk
Violet Crown Social Club - 2 min walk
About this property
Sonder at East 5th
Sonder at East 5th offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Austin Convention Center and Rainey Street. For a workout, you can visit the fitness center or go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool. Apartments feature bonuses like kitchens and washers/dryers, along with balconies or patios and flat-screen TVs. Fellow travelers say great things about the location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Plaza Saltillo Station is 5 minutes and Downtown Station is 11 minutes.
Languages
Catalan, English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Property size
40 apartments
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Internet
Free WiFi
Family friendly
Free crib/infant bed
Kitchen
Refrigerator (full size)
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Freezer
Cleaning supplies
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital service
Outdoor areas
Balcony or patio
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Washer/dryer
Laundry facilities
Laundry detergent
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Virtual front desk
Location highlights
Near a metro station
Things to do
Fitness center
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
40 rooms
Traditional architecture
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Fees & policies
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Sonder East 5th
Sonder at East 5th Austin
Sonder at East 5th Aparthotel
Sonder at East 5th Aparthotel Austin
Frequently asked questions
Does Sonder at East 5th offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonder at East 5th does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sonder at East 5th?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sonder at East 5th?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonder at East 5th?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Sonder at East 5th and nearby?
Sonder at East 5th has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Does Sonder at East 5th have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and a refrigerator.
Does Sonder at East 5th have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, each apartment features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Sonder at East 5th like?
Sonder at East 5th is a short 5-minute walk from Plaza Saltillo Station and 14 minutes' walk from Austin Convention Center. Travelers say that the aparthotel is in a great location.
Sonder at East 5th Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Good stay for a quick family trip.
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Great location
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Great place!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2024
Perfect stay, thanks!
Joshua
Joshua, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
Clean, nice room, good service
Good and prompt communication when I could not check into my room because I entered into the wrong building.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Great stay! Would recommend.
Keandra
Keandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Great location great for walking everywhere close to everything and we had everything g we needed as a family of three perfect size staff were friendly felt safe in the area really happy with our choice thanks
Rebecca
Rebecca, 8-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2024
Super awesome stay at sonder
Nina
Nina, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 17, 2025
Checkin was so dumb, stood in garage for a while waiting for my account to get activated.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
This property was great !! Nice location and people. We will be returning for sure
Brittany
Brittany, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2024
Recommend!
Great location, great apartment and the pool is superb
Jack
Jack, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
The property was very convenient to restaurants and bars. Very walkable and good access to parking within the building. The apartment was very clean and stocked with all the necessities, easy check-in and checkout process.
Nate
Nate, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Everything was as advertised
Pool was excellent
Henry
Henry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Great location for my job
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 13, 2024
Good property. Good location. Would stay here again.
ZAHCKRY
ZAHCKRY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Great location, super clean!!
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2024
This hotel was clean and at a convenient location. The apartment style made it an enjoyable stay.
Pooja
Pooja, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 28, 2024
Beautiful room, and very nice amenities
Adonis
Adonis, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2023
Amazing place to stay
Patrick
Patrick, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
Definitely would recommend this property it exceed our expectations. Enjoyed the location, the spacious unit and it being supplied with all the essentials.
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2024
Was a very nice stay, even cozy to hang out at the apartment and by the pool. Would stay again!
Jeff
Jeff, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
The only issue we had is that the power went out for a period of time one of the evenings we were there. Otherwise, it was a great stay, great location. Would stay here again.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
Great location. Love the entire property. We will definitely stay again
Stop'n Traffic in my RASTA Hat
Stop'n Traffic in my RASTA Hat, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2024
The property was beautiful and the space was spacious enough for my family to be comfortable and enjoy themselves.