Historic downtown Austin is naturally the beating heart of the city. From the bright lights and thumping music scene on 6th Street to iconic architectural sites and the city's best museums and restaurants, there's plenty to do here. The range of accommodation in the area is diverse too, with everything from grand historic properties to sleek modern stays. Our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best hotels in Austin downtown selected on their design, service, amenities, and price point. Whether you are planning a fun-filled weekend away with friends or a family-focused city break, there is something to suit most trips. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next escape.
For luxury
- JW Marriott Austin is an impressive glittering 34-storey tower straddling the city's business and entertainment districts. Classic contemporary rooms are some of the biggest in the city and come with serious downtown views, as does the buzzing rooftop pool and bar. Dining is a casual affair and there's a superb spa. An easy luxury choice.
- 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.
- Four Seasons Austin is a luxurious lake-facing downtown urban resort. Airy architecture, sprawling gardens and lake views create a peaceful lake house vibe. Spacious contemporary interiors combine high ceilings and lots of glass. An outdoor salt-water pool, fine dining, and luxe spa ensure a spoiling city stay.
- 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, you'll want for nothing here.
For contemporary chic
- Aloft Austin Downtown is a buzzing urban playground within the city's entertainment and business hubs. Well-designed rooms prioritise the views; they're cosy, comfortable and fun with colourful prints. Open-plan dining creates vibey hang-out spaces and a real sense of place. Ticks all the boxes on the Millennial checklist.
- The Line Austin is a trendy modern hotel in a prime riverside location with views on 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 you entertained.
- W Austin is a cool and funky boutique-style hotel. Cosy contemporary rooms are compact but well-designed, with smooth powder-blue touches and loud colour pops. Interiors range from glitzy minimalism to warm industrial-conversion chic. There's a buzzy restaurant terrace, outdoor pool and spa. Pick this property for the happening party feel.
For historic charm
- 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. The award-winning Driskill Grill is a legendary drinking hole. A characterful and luxurious stay.
For self-catering
- Kasa Austin Downtown offers spacious and stylish one and two-bedroom apartments. Trendy industrial-chic decor favours concrete walls, design furniture and neutral tones with colour splashes. With a gym, terrace and pool access, this is a chic home-away-from-home.
For families
- Fairmont Austin is a large-scale urban resort set in a high-rise tower. Expect glossy, polished and contemporary design with bright and spacious city-view rooms (with extra beds or cribs available). Complete with a spectacular spa, 7th-floor pool terrace and multiple dining venues, families will have everything they need onsite.
For a lively stay
- 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 a $11 million speaker and light system. The restaurant is one of the hottest in town and often boasts live music. A fun stay.
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