SoDA District
Abilene


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Popular places to visit

Hardin Simmons University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Hardin Simmons University during your travels in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Abilene Christian University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Abilene Christian University during your travels in Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Abilene Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Abilene Zoo during your trip to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this trendy area.
Dyess Air Force Base
Dyess Air Force Base is just one of the places to see in Abilene, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Taylor County Expo Center
After visiting Taylor County Expo Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Abilene. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Mall of Abilene
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Mall of Abilene during your visit to Abilene. Discover the cocktail bars and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Top hotels in SoDA District

Mockingbird Lane – Cozy Rustic Retreat
Very busy street, lots of traffic.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Abilene
First off, the front desk staff lady who checked me in was incredibly rude, disrespectful, and straight up insulting. Then, the floor outside the room was sticky and caused my shoes to become sticky. I had to get new key cards for the room practically every day since they’d stop working.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Abilene Whitten Inn
This hotel is a lot older and run down than the pictures/review portray. The staff was friendly and the room was not dirty, but it is definitely in need of repairs and remodeling. The door knobs were broken in the bathroom and the AC took some work to get it to come on. There is old dingy carpet ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

MCM Elegante Suites Abilene
This place is run down, dirty, and loud. The furniture is from the 90’s and the pull out couch is like sleeping on a torture rack. We found several items in our room that seemed to have been left by former guests, and other signs of haphazard cleaning. There was a very loud party going on downstairs ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Rodeway Inn Abilene West
This was by far one of the worst motel experiences I’ve ever had. The room felt unsafe from the moment we walked in — the door would not lock securely, which was extremely concerning. The television barely worked, had no service, and wouldn’t even turn off properly. To make matters worse, there was ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Motel 6 Abilene, TX
The price of the rooms is too high for the quality of the room.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around SoDA District

Downtown Abilene
While visiting Downtown Abilene, you might make a stop by sights like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre.

Sayles Blvd. Area
While Sayles Blvd. Area may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Grace Museum and Paramount Theatre.

Original Town North
While visiting Original Town North, you might make a stop by sights like Paramount Theatre and Grace Museum.

Over Place Area
While there might not be top attractions in Over Place Area, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mall of Abilene and Grace Museum.

Elmwood Area
While there might not be top attractions in Elmwood Area, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dyess Air Force Base and Mall of Abilene.

