Austin, TX
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Where to stay in Austin
Downtown Austin
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.
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.
South Congress
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.
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.
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.
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.
Omni Austin Hotel
It's not well marked and a little hard to find. It's actually in a business office building. The staff was super nice, the room was clean and beds were comfy. We loved the location and ability to walk everywhere. Wish we had known more about the airport shuttle as we rented a car, paid $50 for parking ...
Reviewed on 31 March 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
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Reviewed on 31 March 2026
Aiden Austin City Hotel
The breakfast was ok not a great selection. The bathroom had a bad smell and the floor needed to be swept before we checked in.
Reviewed on 1 April 2026
Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa
I would stay here again but some notes. It's right next to lots of bars and restaurants. It gets very noisy until 2 or 3am on Friday - Sunday night. If you don't mind the noise, it's a great location with tons of food trucks and restaurants within walking distance. Great people watching. My room ...
Reviewed on 31 March 2026
Placemakr Downtown Austin
Clean room, friendly staff, great location.
Reviewed on 31 March 2026
Austin Condo Hotel
Wonderful space.
Reviewed on 19 March 2026
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
When you visit Sixth Street, a popular shopping spot in Austin, you can browse for souvenirs. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.
Lake Austin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Austin during your travels in Austin. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Zilker Park
After visiting Zilker Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.
South Congress Avenue
During your trip to Austin, you can do some window-shopping at South Congress Avenue. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
