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Awards and Affiliations
The Driskill is listed in the 2008 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay. This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.
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Property Amenities
This Austin hotel adjoins the 6th Street Entertainment District and is two blocks from the Warehouse District, famed for its restaurants and live-music scene. The Driskill is a member of the National Trust Historic Hotels of America.
The hotel's mezzanine level has an impressive marble floor and a wraparound balcony overlooking bustling 6th and Brazos streets. Room service and concierge service are available around the clock. The 24-hour business center includes computers with complimentary high-speed Internet access. The property is smoke-free.
Rooms
This Austin hotel offers 189 guestrooms. Beds are topped with Italian Frette linens, down duvets with cotton covers, and down pillows. Rooms feature Victorian or traditional Austin decor, with heavy draperies, tall windows, high ceilings, original art, framed Texas-themed memorabilia, and granite-topped end tables.
Amenities include complimentary high-speed Internet access, minibars, and bathrobes. Bathrooms feature shaving/makeup mirrors and Gilchrist and Soames Destination Earth amenities.
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Dining
Driskill Grill - Renowned fine-dining restaurant serving New American cuisine. Seafood, steak, poultry, and vegetarian items, as well as prix fixe and tasting menus. Menu may include Macadamia Encrusted Ahi, Sautéed Wild Salmon, Flame-Grilled Filet Mignon. Award-winning wine list. Dinner only, Tuesday through Saturday.
1886 Café & Bakery - Lobby-level café and bakery with viewing window and mahogany bar. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night desserts, beer, wine, cocktails. Sunday brunch menu until mid-afternoon. Open daily early morning to late evening.
Driskill Bar - Texas-themed lounge with stuffed longhorn head over the fireplace, cowhide couches, faux-snakeskin wallpaper. Live piano music Monday–Saturday, early evening to late evening. Signature drinks, Texas beers, extensive wine list, casual menu of appetizers and light entrees.
Recreation
The 24-hour health club, located on the mezzanine level, has a fitness area overlooking the street. In addition to five weight machines, guests can work out on elliptical trainers, treadmills, stationary bikes, and stair steppers. Facilities include a stretching room and men's and women's locker rooms with steam rooms. Cold water and chilled face cloths are provided. Massage treatments are available by appointment (surcharge).
Town Lake, five blocks from the hotel, offers a 10-mile hiking and biking path along the Colorado River. Seasonal recreation includes canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboating. Golf courses are within 10 miles.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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“Driskill Austin TX: Excellent”
Everything about the hotel was excellent: location, service, friendliness of staff, character. I look forward to returning. Great deal on Expedia, thanks.
“Spectacular Historical Hotel”
This hotel is beautiful. The decor was all Texan. Professional staff and excellently maintained rooms. You won't be disappointed.
“Like a Giant Cattle Baron's Mansion”
Lovely interior, great location, wonderful service, cute cafe. I'm a repeat visitor!
“Austin Gem”
I love great old hotels, and this one lives up to its reputation. The rooms and public areas are fabulous. I got a great rate on Expedia, which led to my selection for this trip.
“Historic Hotel”
Hotel was beautiful, staff wasn't very friendly or attentive and the wait staff at the bakery was pretty rude.
“The Driskill is Awesome”
I really enjoy staying here. The history of the hotel is nostalgic.
“Beautiful hotel!”
The Driskill is a beautiful hotel right in the middle of Austin. Everything is in walking distance -- the capital, the Congress Ave. bridge, shops, music, bars. My room was on the historic side and was perfect -- comfortable, beautiful, and very clean. Room service, desk staff, and others were very accommodating and friendly. If I am in Austin again, I will stay here without thinking twice.
“Very impressed”
One word sums up our stay at The Driskell... perfection. Gorgeous 18th century hotel completely restored to it's original condition. Superb service. Exquisite decor in our room as well as throughout the hotel. Well worth paying a bit more to stay in a place that is a part of history.
“Very nice”
The hotel is beautiful! My only warning is that the term "European bath" in a room means "Extremely small". The staff (especially the valets) were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay there again.
“Can't wait to go back”
Fantastic hotel. Very nice hotel. Service was excellent. Room was great and room/bed was very comfortable. I will stay there again.
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The preferred airport for The Driskill is Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.) - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi.
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