The 21 Best Hotels in Austin with Pools

Vibrant Austin is the perfect destination for a city break with museums, sports stadiums, green parks, and theatres to rival any major city, alongside its world-renowned music scene and laidback charm. During the summer months, the weather is hot and at times oppressive meaning that booking a hotel with a pool will come as a welcome respite after a day pounding the city streets. With a vast choice of excellent accommodation, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best hotels in Austin with pools to narrow your search. With everything from charming boutique properties to sleek modern stays, there is something to suit most tastes and budgets. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next city break?

For luxury

• 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.
• 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. With attentive service and a policy of nothing being too much trouble, everyone will love it here.

For a rooftop pool

• 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 by the pool, there's plenty to keep you entertained.
• The Otis is an Autograph Collection property located right next to the University of Texas campus. Stylish rooms boast minimalist furniture and floor to ceiling windows lending epic city views. With a choice of four dining options and a rooftop bar and pool — this is a very chic stay.
• 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.

For a boutique stay

• 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. A trendy stay.
• Hotel San Jose is a 1930s motel turned minimalist modern boutique with a courtyard and pool. Light rooms are simply styled with clean lines, simple furniture, and neutral hues. With bikes available it is easy to hop around town. A comfortable city crashpad.
• East Austin Hotel is a stylish boutique property full of soul in a hip neighbourhood. With blonde woods, pinky hues, oriental rugs and vintage touches, interiors are classic boho-chic. Pretty rooms look over a Miami-style pool area. There's a sleek retro diner, cosy Moroccon-style roof terrace and pool bar. Loved by locals.
• 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. A natural pool surrounded by oak trees is a real plus. The perfect alternative to big-city hotels.
• Lone Star Court features colourful, retro and quirky rooms and a large outdoor pool. The restaurant serves up local cuisine and has a food truck too. With regular live music, this is a fun and low-key option.
• Hotel Magdalena is a trendy boutique hotel with a long lap pool. Sustainable design and building practices give the property an airy tree-house feel; think elevated walkways, rooms with windows at both ends, long views and greenery. Industrial-cool studios with Spanish tiled bathrooms channel the 1970s. Retro city cool.
• Hotel Saint Cecilia is a trendy, luxury boutique property with private villas and suites. Bright bold colours, quirky furniture and antique features are artfully placed throughout. An outdoor pool has a unique hot-pink neon sign and there's a 70s inspired bar. A swanky spot that is classically Austin.
• 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 contemporary chic

• 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 choice.
• South Congress Hotel is a hip modern hotel. Chic rooms have an industrial feel with high ceilings, tiled walls, polished concrete, and floor to ceiling windows while the bathrooms are uber-luxe and feature Aesop products. With a pool, a happening bar, and bikes to use — this is ideal for the young and trendy.

For self-catering

• Colton House Hotel is a wonderful blend of a trendy boutique hotel and self-catered apartments in central Austin. 80 units comprise studios and 1, 2 and 3-bedroom suites; many have full working kitchens, extensive living areas and balconies. Enjoy the pool, gym, lawn, shared lounges and lively cocktail & snack bar. A good choice for those looking for an independent stay.

For a lively stay

• 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 for the happening party feel.
• 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 plus there's a rooftop pool. A fun stay.

For families

• Fairmont Austin is a large-scale urban resort set in a high-rise tower with a prime downtown location. 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 couples

• Commodore Perry Estate is a sprawling historic estate remodelled in a whimsical glamorous style. Feels like a stay with well-heeled friends with unique rooms, relaxed dining and a country garden including a large round pool. 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.

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  • The Line Austin Austin 220 rooms from £115

    
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    Local exploring  -  A great base from which to explore down town Austin

    Swimming Pool  -  Stunning infinity pool overlooking the Ann W Richards Congress Ave Bridge and Town Lake

    Local markets  -  Well-loved flea markets to be found in the area

    Lakeside  -  Overlooking the Lady Bird Lake

    

    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. See More

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  • The Carpenter Hotel Austin 93 rooms from £141

    
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    Local exploring  -  Zilker is a great base for exploring Austin - it feels cosy and local while offering easy access to the city centre

    Foodies  -  Foodies will love the hotel restaurant, serving classic Texan cuisine and a selection of great beers and wine

    City Style  -  Set in a converted Union Hall, this hotel is rooted in local city charm with a contemporary twist

    Great walks  -  Discover the city on a long walk from the well-located hotel, stopping at the pretty Zilker Botanical Garden

    

    This boutique bolt-hole occupies a former Union Hall set in a grove of Pecan trees at the edge of Zilker Park in Austin. Guestrooms channel industrial chic with exposed concrete ceilings and latticework brick terraces overlooking the pool. A contemporary city stay with a unique style. See More

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  • Hotel San Jose Austin (Texas) 40 rooms from £144

    
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    Sights nearby  -  The Paramount Theatre for showsing of old films and live music.

    Fishing  -  Lake Austin for fishing.

    Great walks  -  Lady Bird Lake.

    Swimming Pool  -  Indoor/outdoor

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet

    1930s motel turned minimalist modern boutique with a courtyard and pool. The light rooms are comfortable with all mod-cons and breakfast. No restaurant but a stone's throw from Downtown Austin with live music and film themed evenings in the courtyard. Cheaper than most, offers great location. See More

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  • Colton House Hotel Austin 80 rooms from £164

    
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    Business meetings  -  There is a wide range of cool events spaces: the library, pool, lawn, salon, Club Room & penthouse with outdoor deck

    City Style  -  A fun, happening and very comfortable base from which to explore everything Austin has to offer

    Families  -  The multi-room suites, kid's toys and games, pool and lawn will suit those with young children

    Great walks  -  Take a walk up Mount Bonnell, also known as Covert Park, to get great views of the city and surrounding hills

    

    A wonderful blend of a trendy boutique hotel and self-catered apartments in central Austin. 80 units comprise studios and 1, 2 and 3-bedroom suites; many have full working kitchens, extensive living areas and balconies. Enjoy the pool, gym, lawn, shared lounges and lively cocktail & snack bar. See More

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  • The Otis Austin 191 rooms from £171

    
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    City Style  -  With stylish modern design, a vibey roof terrace with a bar & pool, plus a nod to the city's music scene - this is a hip choice

    Sights nearby  -  Be sure to take a tour of Capitol Texas, one of the state's most picturesque buildings

    Restaurant  -  There are four dining options ranging from a Spanish tapas bar to a burger joint

    Swimming Pool  -  Roof terrace pool

    

    An Autograph Collection property located right next to the University of Texas campus. Stylish rooms boast minimalist furniture and floor to ceiling windows lending epic city views. With a choice of four dining options and a rooftop bar and pool - this is a very chic stay. See More

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  • East Austin Hotel Austin 75 rooms from £172

    
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    Local exploring  -  The trendy East Sixth Street area is home to a lively mix of 1900s bungalows, upscale modern condos, bars, museums & live music

    City Style  -  Danish-style interiors, Palm Beach-inspired pool terrace & meaningful ties with the community make this a true boutique hotel

    Swimming Pool  -  The pool terrace is the heart of the property with loungers, outdoor dining & lively candy-pink pool bar. Day passes available

    Sights nearby  -  The location is just five blocks from Austin's downtown meaning that business, shopping and entertainment are all accessible

    

    A stylish boutique property full of soul in a hip neighbourhood. With blonde woods, pinky hues, oriental rugs & vintage touches, interiors are classic boho-chic. Pretty rooms look over a Miami-style pool area. There's a sleek retro diner, cosy Moroccon-style roof terrace & pool bar. Loved by locals. See More

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  • Hotel Van Zandt Austin 319 rooms from £333

    
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    Local exploring  -  What better way to immerse yourseslf in Austin's culture than in this music themed hotel

    Great walks  -  The hotel is just minutes from Lady Bird Lake which boasts numerous hiking trails

    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

    Romantic  -  Good for couples.

    

    A funky and fresh music themed hotel right in the heart of Austin. Named after a famed Austin guitarist, the theme runs from trombone chandeliers, to 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. See More

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  • Park Lane Guest House Austin 4 rooms from £175

    
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    Hideaway  -  A tranquil city hideaway. Spend afternoons enjoying the shaded gardens, small pool, private decks & calming energy of your hosts

    Local exploring  -  The property is 2 blocks from vibrant SoCo (South Congress) district & 1/2 mile from the Downtown with shops, bars & live music

    Eco break  -  Enjoy organic gardens, vegetarian food, cruelty-free products, solar-powered energy, natural pool & free electric car charging

    Great walks  -  This leafy green pseudo-surburb is surrounded by parks; you're spoilt for choice when looking to stretch your legs

    

    Owner-run boutique guesthouse bursting with character. Quaint one-storey cottages spread over a spacious suburban garden have rustic decor and artfully mismatched antiques, just 2 miles from downtown. The perfect alternative to big-city hotels; a soul-soothing stay with a strong environmental focus. See More

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  • Four Seasons Austin Austin 294 rooms from £639

    
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    Local exploring  -  Perfectly located to explore the boutiques & independent galleries of South Congress as well as the dining culture of 2nd Street

    Families  -  The whole family will love it here; babies, toddlers, teens & parents. Everything is taken care of and nothing too much trouble

    Total relaxation  -  Spend a quiet day lazing in a garden hammock, getting a spa treatment or playing lawn games like Giant Jenga and ping pong

    City Style  -  So expansive and surrounded by nature you forget the location in the heart of the city

    

    Luxurious lake-facing downtown urban resort. Airy architecture, sprawling gardens & lake views create a peaceful lake house vibe. Spacious contemporary interiors combine neutral tones, high ceilings & lots of glass. Outdoor salt-water pool, fine-dining & luxe spa ensure a spoiling city stay. See More

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  • Commodore Perry Estate Austin 42 rooms from £665

    
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    Country Escape  -  Experience a weekend in the country all without leaving the city; 10 acres of walled landscaped gardens provide a perfect oasis

    Foodies  -  The husband & wife culinary team have created an innovative offering with working garden, local ingredients & artisanal flair

    Total relaxation  -  The chilled vibe encourages recharging: find a nook to read a book, sunbathe, swim, tour the gardens or take a wellness class

    Wellbeing  -  The property's focus on wellbeing is clear with wellness itienraries, workshops, learning programs, & natural surroundings

    

    Recommended by  -  Kiwi Collection

    Sprawling historic estate remodelled in whimsical glamorous style. Feels like a stay with well-heeled friends with unique rooms, relaxed dining & country garden. Divine decor is homely yet the height of sophistication. Emphasis on wellness with a varied program of in-house events. Understated luxe. See More

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  • JW Marriott Austin Austin 1012 rooms from £194

    
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    Short break  -  Make the most of the city during a short stay with prime downtown location, express spa & beauty treatments & on-site pool party

    Business meetings  -  It's the largest JW Marriot in the Americas, close to the city's convention centre & has 120,000 sq. ft. of event space

    Swimming Pool  -  The rooftop resort-style outdoor pool boasts incredible views, cabanas, firepits & dining. Non-guests can swim with day passes

    Spa  -  The extensive holistic spa offers a relaxation lounge, beauty treatments, express treatment suites and massages

    

    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 & there's a superb spa. See More

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  • South Congress Hotel Austin (TX) 83 rooms from £350

    
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    Local exploring  -  Well located to explore the city's main attractions from live music venues to its stunning parks.

    Great walks  -  Unwind on a long ramble through picturesque Zilker Park.

    Sights nearby  -  Be sure to make a trip to the impressive State Capitol.

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet

    A hip hotel in the happening SoCo neighbourhood. Beautifully designed throughout, rooms have an industrial feel with high-ceilings, tiled walls, polished concrete and floor to ceiling windows. The bathrooms are uber luxe and feature Aesop products. Well located for city exploring. Fabulous. See More

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  • Hotel Ella Austin (Texas) 47 rooms from £436

    
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    Fishing  -  Head to Barton Creek for some 'back to nature' activities such as fishing and leisurely walks.

    Sights nearby  -  The 307 ft clock tower at the University of Texas.

    Lively  -  Hip and happening.

    Full of character

    

    Recommended by  -  Small Luxury Hotels

    Elegant boutique in the hot spot that is Austin city centre. Guests are welcomed by classical columns, wrap around porch and pool. Contemporary rooms are the epitome of comfort with marble bathrooms and private balconies. Dine at Goodall's Kitchen and Bar with mouth watering innovative dishes. See More

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  • Lone Star Court Austin (10901 Domain Dr) 123 rooms from £196

    
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    Local exploring  -  Make the most out of the free bikes on offer to ride around checking out the area

    Lively  -  There are live bands frequently featured every Weds-Sat in The Water Trough bar and Happy Hour every day!

    Sights nearby  -  Wander over and explore the diverse array of work on display at the Austin Art Space Gallery

    Great walks  -  Take a stroll through Austin getting your bearings and take in the city's unique atmosphere

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet

    Lone Star Court is situated in the outskirts of Austin. It features colourful, retro and quirky rooms whilst also boasting an outdoor pool. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on site restaurant serving up local grub or try something from their own food truck! A fun and low-key option for a city stay. See More

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  • Hotel Saint Cecilia Austin (Texas) 14 rooms from £281

    
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    Great walks  -  Zilker Park

    Swimming Pool  -  Indoor/outdoor

    Full of character

    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet, Mr & Mrs Smith

    A trendy, luxury guest house with private villas and suites. Bright bold colours, quirky furniture and antique features are scattered throughout. Relax at the outdoor pool with it's unique hot-pink neon sign or in the 70s inspired bar. A swanky spot that is classically Austin. See More

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  • Austin Motel Austin (TX) 41 rooms from £207

    
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    City Style  -  Austin's most iconic motel, reopens after an extensive and throughly glamorous revamp!

    Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.

    Lively  -  Hip and happening.

    Full of character

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet

    Austin's most iconic motel is back, with a fabulous makeover by famed Bunkhouse group. 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. See More

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  • W Austin Austin 251 rooms from £256

    
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    Close to nightlife  -  Austin is condsidered the US's live music capital. As well as the hotel's nightclub, the area is teeming with 250+ music venues

    Short break  -  The perfect place to stay to sample the pulse of Austin on a quick weekend away. Dine, indulge, relax & party on-site

    City Style  -  The downtown location offers endless fun and the hotel's trendy design and cool vibe is on point

    Groups  -  Stag dos or hen weekends will revel in the wild all-day weekend parties on the Wet Deck

    

    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 dining, terrace, outdoor pool and spa. Happening party feel. See More

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  • Fairmont Austin Austin 1048 rooms from £276

    
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    Spa breaks  -  A destination spa; book a VIP couples suite for indulging massages, beauty treaments, salt-water soaking & skyline views

    Business meetings  -  The property boasts 140,000 sq ft of meeting space and has a direct connection with the Austin Convention Center

    Families  -  There are extra beds and cribs & the family-friendly package offers a 50% discount on connecting rooms

    Groups  -  The pool is available for outside guests with day passes, creating a fun sociable party atmosphere

    

    Large-scale urban resort in high-rise tower with prime downtown location. Glossy, polished and contemporary with bright and spacious city-view rooms; expect elegant furniture, classic cream palette and bold touches. Spectacular spa, 7th-floor pool terrace & multiple dining venues pack a punch. See More

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  • Hotel Zaza Austin Austin 159 rooms from £226

    
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    Romantic Break  -  With delightul pool, city views, atmospheric dining, spa & enticing rooms, it's impossible not to have a special stay

    City Style  -  This sophisticated property manages to feel contemporary but established, with a great buzz, soul and energy

    Restaurant  -  Both dining venues are divine jewel-like spaces with banquettes, bar stools & art-lined walls. Atmospheric and loved by locals

    Swimming Pool  -  The 7th floor pool terrace with bar & DJ looks directly out onto the downtown; vibey by day and cool hotspot at night

    

    Luxe boutique-style art hotel in the city centre. Spacious and eclectic rooms feel playful with candy colours & objets d'art. Grown-up Californian-style rooftop pool boasts skyscraper views and terrace, while elegant dining venues have cosy vintage vibes & retro touches. A classy downtown bolt-hole. See More

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  • Austin Proper Austin 244 rooms from £236

    
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    City Style  -  FIne dining, a lively bar, and design that mixes contemporary cool with vintage patterns

    Local exploring  -  Well located in downtown Austin with numerous bars and restaurants just a stroll away

    Bar  -  The tequila and mezcal bar is popular with both guests and locals

    Restaurant  -  Israeli and Turkish inspired cuisine at Peacock or ceviche and fajitas by the pool at La Piscina

    

    An ultra-chic downtown 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 and tequila bar, you'll want for nothing here. See More

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  • Hotel Magdalena Austin 89 rooms from £240

    
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    City Style  -  Design was inpired by the region’s rural lakeside getaways; live out chilled weekend vibes in the heart of the city

    Business meetings  -  Meeting Room, Event Lawn and Terrace Suite offer over 4,000 sq ft of funky function space

    Restaurant  -  All-day restaurant is inpsired by a lake house weekend. Expect unpretentious food with an emphasis on slow food & fab cocktails

    Swimming Pool  -  Enjoy swimming laps in the impressive 900 sq ft sunken swimming pool with vibey poolside bar

    

    Recommended by  -  Tablet

    Trendy boutique hotel in the South Congress area. Sustainable design and building practices give the property an airy tree-house feel; think elevated walkways, rooms with windows at both ends, long views & greenery. Industrial-cool studios with Spanish tiled bathrooms channel 1970s. Retro city cool. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 25th October 2021