The Frances Modern Inn
Eclectic and design-forward, with deep wall colors, original artwork, vintage furnishings, and a strong sense of place. Old-world charm but with genuinely modern comfort — memory foam beds, rainfall showers, keyless entry. More inn than hotel in feel, with communal lounges and a chatty resident cat named Louie.
Louie the resident hotel cat rides the elevator — don't be surprised if he joins you and waits quietly for the doors to open
Why It Matters
Ranked #1 B&B/inn in Austin on TripAdvisor. Home to Siti, a Michelin Guide-recommended Southeast Asian restaurant by Chef Laila Bazahm (of Beat Bobby Flay fame). Adults-only, LGBTQ+ friendly, and independent — not a chain.
A 14-room adults-only boutique inn in Central East Austin named after the founder's grandmother, Frances Faust, whose instinct for making people feel at home became the blueprint for the whole operation. Each room is individually decorated — no two are the same — and the property sits squarely on the E. 11th Street corridor, a stretch lined with longtime small businesses in Austin's historic African American Cultural Heritage District. The Michelin-recommended Siti restaurant operates on-site, and the rooftop is open 24/7.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Extra-Large
The crown jewel of the inn and a two-story affair. Enter through a private entryway into a parlor, then up to the loft sleeping area with a clawfoot tub. A half kitchen (fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker) and dining table for six make this feel like a proper apartment. Room 15 — and guests who've stayed there rave about it. ADA compliant.
King + Queen Pull-out Sofa
Large
Spacious and sun-soaked, with a proper lounge area, bistro table and chairs, and an oversized soaking tub. The pull-out queen sofa makes this workable for four guests. Great for a longer Austin stay where you want room to spread out. ADA compliant.
King + Queen Pull-out SofaMedium
Step up from the Small and you gain a Juliet balcony that opens to the heart of Austin's East Side. King or Queen bed depending on availability. The balcony is the selling point here — it's a nice spot for morning coffee. ADA compliant.
King or QueenMedium-Plus
The ideal room for anyone who wants to decompress properly. King bed, Juliet balcony, and an oversized soaking tub. One of the most popular configurations at the inn. ADA compliant.
KingSmall
The most intimate option on the property — a cozy sleeping area paired with a reading nook tucked beside an oversized window looking out over East Austin. Queen bed, compact but smartly designed. ADA compliant.
QueenThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel is a short walk from Franklin Barbecue, Paperboy East, Micklethwait Craft Meats, and the East 6th bar and music scene. Staff actively encourage guests to explore the historic African American Cultural Heritage District on foot.
The hotel takes bookings for intimate celebrations, wedding parties, and corporate retreats. Can arrange exclusive use of communal spaces.
Open 24/7 to hotel guests with panoramic views of the Austin skyline. Best at night.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Elevator on property. Wheelchair accessible. ADA rooms available on request.
Meeting rooms available. The property also takes private event bookings for intimate celebrations and corporate retreats.
Open-air patios with sectional sofas, books, games, and complimentary sparkling water. Open 24/7 to guests.
A curated book collection in the shared lounges for guest use.
Free wired and wireless internet access throughout the property and in all rooms.
JURA coffee stations on each floor serving local Try Hard coffee. Complimentary and available around the clock.
Luggage storage available for guests.
Text-based concierge service for guest requests and questions.
Guests receive check-in instructions and a door access code via email within 24 hours of arrival. Front desk staffed during limited hours only.
Daily housekeeping provided. Guests can also opt out of daily cleaning.
Open 24/7 to guests. Views of the Austin skyline. A genuinely good spot at night.
The property does not have a swimming pool.
No on-site gym or fitness facility.
Complimentary private parking on-site. Note: only 4 spots directly at the hotel; overflow lot available nearby but can be hard to locate at night. Recommend confirming location with hotel in advance.
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