North Central Austin, TX

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North Central Austin
North Central Austin
North Central Austin
North Central Austin
North Central Austin

A blossoming area just a few miles north of Downtown Austin, this part of the city is becoming the new favorite spot among tech startups, students and families alike.

North Central Austin is located just north of the bustle of downtown. It offers tranquility and convenience all in one. Discover the various attractions of this burgeoning district, from shopping to sports to scenic tree-lined streets.

Although it has no strict borders, North Central Austin is generally assumed to cover the area just north of Downtown Austin. Wander around these suburban neighborhoods, which are quieter than Austin’s center.

Shop while enjoying the sunny Texas weather at the Domain, an open-air shopping center that houses over a hundred stores. Meander along landscaped paths and visit specialty shops and restaurants. Browse well-known department stores such as Macy’s and Neiman Marcus.

The University of Texas at Austin sits just south of North Central Austin. Explore its pristine campus, notable for its red-roofed, light-colored buildings and lush green spaces. With a student body numbering in excess of 50,000, you’ll always find something happening on campus. On game day, show your team spirit and cheer on the Texas Longhorns alongside the rest of the city.

As the flagship campus in the University of Texas System, UT Austin has many cultural attractions including 17 libraries and seven museums. Browse the collections in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum. Go to the top floor to view a recreation of the Oval Office as it stood during Johnson’s presidency. The Blanton Museum of Art features an extensive collection of thousands of pieces by some of history’s most famous artists.

North Central Austin has become a hub for students, young professionals and families. Its convenient location has also made it a popular base for tech startups. Walk around this exciting area and see for yourself what all the buzz is about. For a change of scene, remember that Downtown Austin is just a few miles south.


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North Central Austin Hotel Deals

Best Western Plus Austin Central

Best Western Plus Austin Central

2.5 out of 5
919 East Koenig Lane Austin TX
$93 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$111 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,156 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, Room was clean, but small. Location is sketchy. Lots of homeless people next door at the gas station. We were worried about the safety of our vehicle so we booked a different hotel on another side of town."

Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Best Western Plus Austin Central
Sonesta Select Austin North

Sonesta Select Austin North

2 out of 5
7522 North IH-35 Austin TX
$55 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Jun 1 to Jun 2
$66 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Well staff is good, and rooms are large. Understand this isn't a 5star hotel, but better than most I've stayed at before. Decent breakfast buffet in morning, room had a fridge and no microwave. The walk in shower was a big plus and water was hot. So Hot water, working toilet, comfortable bed, fridge ..."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Sonesta Select Austin North
Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG

3 out of 5
6000 Middle Fiskville Rd Austin TX
$101 nightly
The price is $121 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$121 total
May 25 - May 26
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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"good place to stay. close to everything"

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Holiday Inn Austin Midtown by IHG
Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

4 out of 5
721 CONGRESS AVE Austin TX
$170 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$202 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (913 reviews)
"The room was designed to show of the floor to ceiling windows. Very modern and space is used well. Staff was helpful and the location is perfect, We could walk everywhere."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin
Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

3 out of 5
211 E 3rd St Austin TX
$127 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
$152 total
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and 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 helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,469 reviews)
"Breakfast staff weren’t that helpful but the people from the desk were very! Also we didn’t find any coffee in the lobby so that deducted a point."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown
The Code Hotel

The Code Hotel

4 out of 5
2323 S Lamar Blvd Austin TX
$154 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
$183 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Barton Springs Pool are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
"Great room, great kitchen. Only complaint is that the restaurant isn’t open much."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

The Code Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around North Central Austin

Tarrytown

Tarrytown

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

Tarrytown
D RBG Park CBD Op Rise Pan

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
Austin, Texas

Central East Austin

While visiting Central East Austin, you might make a stop by sights like UFCU Disch-Falk Field and George Washington Carver Museum.

Central East Austin
Downtown Austin

Downtown Austin

4/5(3,407 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
Congress Avenue Historic District

Congress Avenue Historic District

While visiting Congress Avenue Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Frost Bank Tower and Sixth Street.

Congress Avenue Historic District
Waller Creek District

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


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