Central Austin, TX

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Where to stay in Central Austin

The Historic Driskill Hotel. Downtown Austin Texas

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
Congress Avenue Historic District showing signage

Congress Avenue Historic District

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

Congress Avenue Historic District
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Rainey Street Historic District

The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Rainey Street Historic District. A stop by Rainey Street or Lady Bird Lake might round out your trip.

Rainey Street Historic District
North Central Austin which includes a bridge and forests

North Central Austin

Travelers choose North Central Austin for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Crestview Station or Highland Station and check out top sights like Highland Village Shopping Center.

North Central Austin
Austin Texas Skyline Panorama at Sunset: Lady Bird Lake and Downtown Cityscape

Clarksville

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

While visiting Clarksville, you might make a stop by sights like West Sixth Street and Confederate Soldier Monument.

Clarksville
Civic District

Civic District

While visiting Civic District, you might make a stop by sights like Sixth Street and Governor's Mansion.

Civic District
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

3.5 out of 5
901 Neches Street Austin TX
$132 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$157 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,488 reviews)
Courteous staff, clean, modern and real close to Red River entertainment district!

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Omni Austin Hotel

Omni Austin Hotel

4 out of 5
700 San Jacinto Blvd Austin TX
$255 nightly
The price is $304 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$304 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,927 reviews)
Great stay- staff was friendly and attentive. Valet guys were super nice as were the people at the front desk. I cam for a mom’s weekend for my son and it was everything I wanted. Thank you

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown

2 out of 5
300 E 11th St Austin TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$51 nightly
The price is $60 total per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
$60 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in ...
4.8/10 (2,143 reviews)
mold in the shower, water damage all over the ceiling, crumbs on the floor and bed. horrible

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Capitol / Downtown
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Placemakr Downtown Austin

Placemakr Downtown Austin

4 out of 5
710 E 3rd St Austin TX
Stay at this aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (573 reviews)
The general state of cleanliness was poor. At a glance it was okay, then you notice. Any corner was dirty, the dishes in the cupboard were dirty, knives and silver had food residue, the microwave was full of crumbs. The rooms were smaller than the photos depict, no surprise there.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Placemakr Downtown Austin
Austin Condo Hotel

Austin Condo Hotel

4.5 out of 5
48 East Ave Austin TX
Book a stay at this luxury condo in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (484 reviews)
The room was good

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Austin Condo Hotel
Kasa 2nd Street Austin

Kasa 2nd Street Austin

4.5 out of 5
421 W 3rd St Austin TX
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (918 reviews)
Clean, spacious room in a great location downtown.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Kasa 2nd Street Austin
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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