The Carpenter Hotel has a prime location off South Lamar, just minutes from Zilker Park and Barton Springs. The hotel holds 93 guest rooms, an exterior breezeway and stairways to each room’s private terrace, all contributing to the hotel’s casual, open-air experience. The hotel’s restaurant, Carpenters Hall, and in-lobby Carpenter Coffee Bar complete this Austin favorite.

Located just off of South Congress is Hotel Saint Cecilia, a 20-room estate that was previously an 1880s-era Victorian home. The hotel’s beautiful grounds are only open to hotel guests and private club members, making it an exclusive place to get away. Highlights include a library of records, films and biographies, a heated pool and 24-hour concierge service.

Luxury personified, the Commodore Perry Estate is not to be missed. The 10-acre setting in Hyde Park creates the perfect background for a relaxing getaway, with Ken Fulk-designed interiors that are sure to make you swoon. Make a reservation at the hotel’s garden restaurant Lutie’s, which features locally sourced ingredients in inspired food offerings.

No list of the top hotels in Austin is complete without South Congress Hotel, an iconic boutique hotel on the eponymous street. With a lobby bar, rooftop pool, coffee shop and three restaurants, South Congress Hotel is a traveler’s dream. Check out the hotel’s new restaurant Maie Day, opening in May 2022.

Home to P6, one of our favorite rooftop bars in town, The LINE Hotel is known for its modern feel and distinct location at the intersection of Town Lake and downtown Austin. Rooms feature original art, plush beds and epic views — plus pets stay for free. Food offerings include Kristen’s Kish’s Arlo Grey, tacos from Veracruz Al Natural and coffee from LA’s Alfred.

No two rooms are the same at Hotel San José, a 40-room property that was originally built in the 1930s before being reimagined by hotelier Liz Lambert. The hotel’s rooms center around a lush, green courtyard in a bungalow-style setting, a wonderful respite from the bustling South Congress activities just outside.

The Driskill is home to 189 guest rooms located on the corner of Brazos Street and 6th Street. The historic hotel originally opened in 1886 and honors its past with marble floors, custom furniture and a stained-glass dome. A Texas favorite for many years, President Lyndon B. Johnson and wife Lady Bird Johnson had their first date in The Driskill’s dining room in 1934.

Austin Motel has all the local vibes you’re looking for in a place to rest your head. Their 41 guest rooms and suites hold vinyl tufted beds, old-fashioned phones and vintage music posters. The motel is best known for its iconic sign and kidney-shaped pool, where guests can lounge under red and white umbrellas and sip on cocktails from the pool bar designed by Jack Sanders and Design Build Adventure.

Austin Proper is for the cool kids. Earthy tones, interesting architecture and artful design come from the mind of designer Kelly Wearstler, who was inspired by Austin’s Craftsman architectural style. The hotel’s Verbena Spa is a spot for serenity, while the four onsite dining options give guests many options to indulge.

Although still located in Austin city limits, The Wayback is a Hill Country haven that feels secluded and remote. Situated off Bee Cave Road are the boutique hotel’s eight cottages outfitted with neutral linens and nature views. The mother and daughter-owned hotel is perfect for a peaceful getaway, as well as a venue for weddings and other special events.