![Austin Proper](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/73/87/7387975ea47d7c13e59a4fa4a42a0951/600x422.jpg)
Austin's small-town charm set within a thriving state capital makes it an alluring choice for a city break. With its world-renowned music scene, laid-back dining options, green parks, and a wide array of cultural attractions — there is plenty to do here. Couples are presented with two major choices: to pick a lively sociable stay or a calm city hideaway. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best hotels across the city which include both options. Whether you are looking for a rejuvenating spa break, a quaint boutique hidden away in mature gardens, or a chic contemporary stay with live music events, there is something to suit most couples here. So why not browse through our collection of the best places to stay in Austin for couples to start planning your next romantic getaway?
For historic charm
![The Driskill](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/b8/83/b8837022848ba195e0c16fd41e8c2221/600x422.jpg)
- Old world charm oozes from the marble lobby, stained-glass dome and magnificent staircase at The Driskill. Atmospheric rooms are packed with antiques and are warmed by rich hues and patterned wallpaper. For couples, pick one with an enormous roll-top bathtub. The award-winning Driskill Grill is a legendary drinking hole. A characterful and luxurious stay.
For luxury
![Commodore Perry Estate](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/d7/95/d795da86aaa0d696cd6c543cd973ec41/600x422.jpg)
- Hotel Zaza Austin is a luxe art hotel. Spacious and eclectic rooms feel playful with candy colours and objets d'art. A grown-up Californian-style rooftop pool boasts skyscraper views while the elegant dining venues have cosy vintage vibes and retro touches. A classy downtown bolt-hole well suited to young and trendy couples.
- Commodore Perry Estate is a sprawling historic estate remodelled in a whimsical glamorous style. It feels like a stay with well-heeled friends with its unique rooms, relaxed dining and a country garden. Divine decor is homely yet the height of sophistication. With a variety of activities on offer from wine tasting to wellness, this is the complete package for a luxury couples' break.
- Austin Proper is an ultra-chic stay offering popular dining options and the best kind of Southern hospitality. Minimalist rooms mix glass and pale wood with well-selected vintage fabrics. Added luxuries include Aesop products and Apple TV. Complete with a pool, spa, and tequila bar, couples will want for nothing here.
For the spa
![Lake Austin Spa Resort](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/e7/74/e7743ccf9a6513c11e4684f978a3c4f1/600x422.jpg)
- Lake Austin Spa Resort is one of the USA's best spa hotels. Book in for total rejuvenation: dine on delicious and healthy cuisine, sign on to a personalised fitness plan, and unwind with one of the 100 treatments offered at the spa. Rooms are bright and fresh with classic design and the best have private hot tubs. The perfect choice for an indulgent couples' getaway.
For a boutique
![Park Lane Guest House](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/22/17/22178552f598b7ef66a574e4f5517b91/600x422.jpg)
- Park Lane Guest House is an owner-run boutique guesthouse bursting with character. Quaint one-storey cottages are spread over a spacious suburban garden and have rustic decor and artfully mismatched antiques. The perfect alternative to big-city hotels, offering couples a charming city hideaway.
- Heywood Hotel is a hip boutique hotel with a strong Texan feel seen in the art, architecture, and music. Stylish rooms are light and airy and are decorated with retro furniture. Free bicycles are available making exploring Austin easy. An adult-only stay well suited to young hipster couples.
- The Carpenter is an ultra-hip boutique hotel set in a former Union Hall. Guestrooms channel industrial chic with exposed concrete ceilings and latticework brick terraces overlooking the pool. A contemporary city stay with a unique style that feels like a real hideaway. Another good option for trendy couples.
- Hotel Ella is an elegant boutique in Austin's city centre. The grand building boasts classical columns, a wrap-around porch, and a pool. Romantic rooms feature indulgent marble bathrooms and private balconies. Complete with a fabulous restaurant, this is a charming classical stay for couples.
For a B&B
![Kimber Modern](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/14/76/1476d06ec900897641db71301fda2751/600x422.jpg)
- Kimber Modern is a chic modern B&B with a zen atmosphere. The seven rooms are modern and light with splashes of colour throughout. With a large deck and a fire pit with seating, this is a great option for couples looking for a quiet city bolthole.
For contemporary chic
![Line Austin](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/32/12/32122e5bf7f4d5f6f4aeacb839d312d1/600x422.jpg)
- Austin Motel is arguably the city's most iconic motel which has undergone a fabulous makeover by famed Texan hotelier Liz Lambert. The rooms are a masterpiece of bright orange tones, vinyl tufted beds and vintage silkscreened music posters. The pool area draws a vibrant crowd for craft beers, live music and an electric atmosphere. A very cool pick for couples looking for a convivial getaway.
- The Line Austin is a trendy modern hotel in a prime riverside location with views over Lady Bird Lake. Rooms are undeniably cool with floor to ceiling windows, clean lines and soft grey hues. With a choice of four restaurants and an inventive rooftop cocktail bar, there's plenty to keep couples entertained.
For a lively stay
![Hotel Van Zandt](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/11/8f/118f456dd976bf402247c400b8d2c501/600x422.jpg)
- Hotel Van Zandt is a funky music-themed hotel named after a famed Austin guitarist. The theme expands across trombone chandeliers, gramophone installation art, and an $11 million speaker and light system. The restaurant is one of the hottest in town and often boasts live music. A lively stay ideal for couples looking for a fun city break.
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