Austin, TX

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Where to stay in Austin

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Downtown Austin

4/5(3,367 area reviews)

Central business district with high-rise buildings, Downtown Austin offers shopping at Second Street District and Sixth Street, art at Contemporary Austin Jones Center, and sights like Texas State Capitol. Accessible via Capital MetroRail.

Downtown Austin
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Marshall's Point

Though Marshall's Point might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Travis and Volente Beach Water Park.

Marshall's Point
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Lago Vista

Lakeside community on the northern shores of Lake Travis, Lago Vista boasts steep limestone hills and canyons. Accessible via RM 1431 and CapMetro bus services, it's near Balcones Canyonlands and tech hubs.

Lago Vista
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The Domain

Dubbed as "Austin's second downtown," this high-density center boasts upscale retail stores, diverse dining options, and residential apartments. Explore Domain NORTHSIDE, Rock Rose district, and Q2 Stadium, with easy access to future Broadmoor and McKalla Place stations.

The Domain
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Lower Basin Lake Travis

If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

Lower Basin Lake Travis
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South Congress

4/5(656 area reviews)

Eclectic small retailers, diverse dining options, and vibrant music and art venues define this shopping and cultural district. Hop on MetroRapid Route 801 for easy city access, or explore the square's food trucks for tasty treats.

South Congress
Austin Southpark Hotel

Austin Southpark Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4140 Governors Row, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 411 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
SAR 411
SAR 494 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 July 2025

Austin Southpark Hotel
citizenM Austin Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
The price is SAR 390 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
SAR 390
SAR 466 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,871 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the ambiance of the hotel! The roomsand overall hotel gave a tokyo-inspired futuristic vibe. There is so much to do around the area. Super convenient as it's a two min walk from 6th street and ubering is always an option to anywhere further. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, or ..."

Reviewed on 18 July 2025

citizenM Austin Downtown
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown

2 out of 5
9121 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,512 reviews)
"The room was nice and big with a kitchen which was convenient. Spacious room and overall good price"

Reviewed on 17 July 2025

Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Placemakr Downtown Austin

Placemakr Downtown Austin

4 out of 5
710 E 3rd St, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (383 reviews)
"check in was a little shaky bc our code didn't work and had to go downstairs to get a physical key. overall the apartment was nice for a weekend stay, only thing is that it gets extremely foggy in the apartment and the countertops and floors were all wet due to the condensation (it was raining heavy ..."

Reviewed on 16 July 2025

Placemakr Downtown Austin
Sentral East Austin at 1614 E. Sixth

Sentral East Austin at 1614 E. Sixth

4 out of 5
1614 E 6th Street, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (252 reviews)
"property was in a fantastic location, check in was easy. the staff was amazing."

Reviewed on 1 July 2025

Sentral East Austin at 1614 E. Sixth
Austin Condo Hotel

Austin Condo Hotel

4.5 out of 5
48 East Ave, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
"Great experience awesome location but be ready for a 500 dollar incidentals charge. You get it back but geez."

Reviewed on 12 July 2025

Austin Condo Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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2/5 - Disappointing

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Cost of living extremely expensive and don't do enough for minorities and Austin is to greedy to feed the needy. Not really impressed when your city sucks the life out of you and wants you to accept it and be happy.

1/5 - Terrible

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I was thrown off the property for a reason that was not legit.

4/5 - Good

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Outside of Austin city limits is beautiful, but downtown Austin was terrible, dirty and I wouldn't stay downtown.

4/5 - Good

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We went when things were still pretty much shut down so there wasn't much to do. This was the day the protests and rioting/looting started as well. Luckily, we left 6th St minutes before a car was set on fire

3/5 - Okay

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I love Austin overall but this hotel is in Cedar Park area.

3/5 - Okay

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Expensive