Austin, Texas, is in the south-central region of the state, 80 miles northeast of San Antonio. The city plays host to close to 200 music venues, as well as many music festivals throughout the year, including the ACL Music Festival and SXSW.
The Doubletree Guest Suites Austin is downtown, between the state capitol and the University of Texas. The all-suite hotel features guestrooms with either one or two rooms. All of the two-room suites feature balconies, many with views of the capitol and downtown Austin. The hotel hosts the 15th Street Café and Lounge, offering both indoor and outdoor dining. At check-in, guests receive complimentary fresh baked chocolate chip cookies.
Doubletree Guest Suites Austin
303 W 15th St.
Austin, TX 78701
800-222-8733
doubletree1.hilton.com
The Hyatt Regency Austin is on Lady Bird Lake and within walking distance of the Long Center for the Performing Arts. Nearby, guests can rent bikes for use on the neighboring Lady Bird Lake Trail, or rent paddleboats or canoes for the lake. The hotel has nearly 500 guestrooms, some with balconies. Guestrooms on the north end of the building offer views of the city and lake. The onsite Southwest Bistro offers TexMex cuisine, including various types of fajitas, while the Marker 10 lounge features waterfront views.
Hyatt Regency Austin
208 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX 78704
512-477-1234
austin.hyatt.com
The Four Seasons Hotel Austin, also on the shores of Lady Bird Lake, is across the street from the Austin Convention Center and three minutes from the Paramount Theatre. Accommodations include city or lake-view guestrooms with balconies. Wednesday through Saturday evening, live music is featured in the Lobby Lounge. The hotel caters to families traveling with children, offering car seats and strollers, if necessary. Treats are available for older kids, including such snacks as popcorn and soda.
Four Seasons Hotel Austin
98 San Jacinto Blvd.
Austin, TX 78701
512-478-4500
fourseasons.com
