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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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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Tarrytown

While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.

Tarrytown
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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
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East Cesar Chavez

While you're in East Cesar Chavez, take in top sights like East Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Plaza Saltillo Station to see more of the city.

East Cesar Chavez
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Waller Creek District

While you're in Waller Creek District, take in top sights like Sixth Street and jump on the metro at Downtown Station to see more of the city.

Waller Creek District
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

2.5 out of 5
805 Neches Street Austin TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 368 per night from Dec 28 to Dec 29
SAR 368
SAR 443 total
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,967 reviews)
Room was clean. Staff was great at getting extras that were needed. Bed was comfortable.

Reviewed on 21 December 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
The price is SAR 341 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
SAR 341
SAR 410 total
5 Jan - 6 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,283 reviews)
Very clean, staff were very polite and helpful. *Huge Shower*

Reviewed on 21 December 2025

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX
The price is SAR 537 per night from Dec 26 to Dec 27
SAR 537
SAR 749 total
26 Dec - 27 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,931 reviews)
Overall was very impressed. Had an amazing getaway with my sweetheart. However, being in down where homeless people sadly have trashed the area around it did not make me feel good about it. Very sad

Reviewed on 21 December 2025

Omni Austin 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.
Placemakr Downtown Austin

Placemakr Downtown Austin

4 out of 5
710 E 3rd St Austin TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (523 reviews)
PIN code did not work to get in room. Loud noise coming from floor. Room was clean but furniture was moved around.

Reviewed on 22 December 2025

Placemakr Downtown Austin
 Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

2 out of 5
1812 E 6th St Austin TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (49 reviews)
This was a great stay with Kasa. They made it easy with the virtual check in process. I loved the location on East 6th St. There were tons of great options for food in walking distance. The unit was very clean. The staff was very helpful with any questions and the roof top has awesome views of the ...

Reviewed on 11 December 2025

Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa
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 aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (282 reviews)
Was very spacious and staff was phenomenal

Reviewed on 17 December 2025

Sentral East Austin at 1614 E. Sixth
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