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Accommodations in Austin

Coming to Austin for a short stay? Read about your many options for lodging, including hotels, bed and breakfasts, and even a hostel.

Hotels in Downtown Austin

As a hub for government, music, and business, downtown Austin is an exciting, busy, and hip part of town. It is usually the area where both business and leisure travelers prefer to stay when coming to Austin. Learn about some of the best hotels in downtown Austin.

Review: Hyatt Regency Austin Hotel

Read a review of Hyatt Regency Austin, a downtown hotel on the shores of Lady Bird Lake.

Review: The Driskill Hotel

Read a review of The Driskill Hotel, a regal and historic hotel located in downtown Austin.

Review: Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel

Read a review of the Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel, located in the heart of downtown Austin.

Review: Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Read a review of the Four Seasons Hotel, which is located along Lady Bird Lake and has been serving downtown Austin since 1987.

Hotels in Austin

Learn about some of your best options for lodging when you are visiting Austin from out of town.

The San Jose Hotel in Austin

Whether you need a romantic getaway, artist's retreat, or a classy room for a business trip, the San Jose Hotel offers a chic modern vibe along with an unbeatable location in Austin.

Review: Crowne Plaza Hotel

Read a review of the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Austin, Texas.

Barton Creek Resort and Spa

For a luxurious stay in the Texas Hill Country, consider the Barton Creek Resort and Spa. With award-winning golf courses and a full spa, your stay here will be unforgettable.

Lake Austin Spa Resort

In 2008, Conde Nast Traveler named Lake Austin Resort the No. 1 destination spa in 2008. Come enjoy lakeside views, spacious hotel rooms, and luxurious spa treatments.

Brava House

This all-inclusive boutique bed and breakfast is in a Victorian home built in the 1880s. Located in Central Austin near downtown, Brava House is warm, beautiful, and offers guests plenty of privacy.

Austin’s South by Southwest Festival and Conference

Find out everything you need to know about Austin's South by Southwest festival.

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