Southeast Austin, TX

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Symmetrical fun.
Great walking path and beautiful views
Canoeing along lady bird lake viewing Austin's skyline at Zilker Park.
A runner's paradise! Just remember... Never. Give. Up!


Lady Bird Lake is named in honor of Lady Bird Johnson, the late former First Lady of the United States and a long-time resident of the Austin area. It provides a tremendous recreational resource for Austin, the state’s capitol, including hike and bike trails surrounding the shoreline as well as paddling, rowing, and fishing in the lake.

Where to stay in Southeast Austin

East Riverside - Oltorf which includes landscape views and a small town or village

East Riverside - Oltorf

3.5/5(394 area reviews)

While visiting East Riverside - Oltorf, you might make a stop by sights like Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River.

East Riverside - Oltorf
Franklin Park which includes a lake or waterhole and a garden

Franklin Park

4/5(723 area reviews)

Check out the live music, restaurants, and shopping while spending some time in Franklin Park. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like McKinney Falls State Park or Austin Department of Veterans Affairs.

Franklin Park
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Montopolis

4/5(334 area reviews)

Visitors to Montopolis enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Colorado River is worth a stop.

Montopolis
McKinney Falls State Park which includes swimming and a lake or waterhole

McKinney

3.5/5(247 area reviews)

McKinney might not have many top sights, but McKinney Falls State Park and Austin Department of Veterans Affairs are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

McKinney
Pleasant Valley showing a river or creek and landscape views

Pleasant Valley

If you're spending some time in Pleasant Valley, Lady Bird Lake and Colorado River are top sights worth seeing.

Pleasant Valley
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Elmhurst Heights

When in Elmhurst Heights, you can plan a visit to Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Elmhurst Heights
Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

3.5 out of 5
4323 S Interstate Highway 35 Austin TX
$84 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$98 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (206 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Austin South
Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin

Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin

3.5 out of 5
3401 South I-35 Austin TX
$93 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
$111 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,371 reviews)
First room AC not working. We had to repack and move to another room. It was right above the bar and pool area. The music didn't go off until after 11:00 even though no one at the pool which was unheated. Hot tub was out of order also. Overall a disappointment.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Wyndham Garden Hotel Austin
Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX

Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX

2.5 out of 5
7900 E. Ben White Blvd Austin TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$108 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$126 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,359 reviews)
Pet friendly 👍 Airport shuttle was handy and prompt👍 Breakfast was descent, coffee was good👍 Room was nice and bed was comfy 👍 Staff was kind👍

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Tru by Hilton Austin Airport, TX
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.
WeWelcome You to Austin Downtown Sleeps 10

WeWelcome You to Austin Downtown Sleeps 10

Austin TX
Stay at this vacation home in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
Great place to stay

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

WeWelcome You to Austin Downtown Sleeps 10
Beautiful Condo in Austin! Minutes from Downtown!

Beautiful Condo in Austin! Minutes from Downtown!

Austin TX
Stay at this condo in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
Host was nice, easy instructions and location is close to everything we needed. Would stay here again!

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Beautiful Condo in Austin! Minutes from Downtown!
Condo near downtown Austin, close to Town Lake!

Condo near downtown Austin, close to Town Lake!

Austin TX
Stay at this apartment in Austin. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sixth Street and South Congress ...
Condo near downtown Austin, close to Town Lake!
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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