1 Hotel Austin
Austin, United States · ★★★★★ · 9.4/10 Exceptional · guest rating
Luxury hotel in downtown Austin, a one-minute walk from Rainey Street and close to Lady Bird Lake, with a pool, spa, restaurant, bar and gym.
1 Hotel Austin sits in Austin's Downtown district on Red River Street, in an area known for live music, bars and lakeside walks. The listing places it in the luxury category and presents it with a pool, spa, restaurant, bar and gym, along with a very high guest rating based on a still-modest number of reviews.
It makes a good base for exploring downtown Austin without a car: Rainey Street is a one-minute walk, Lady Bird Lake five and Sixth Street seven. The hotel accepts pets and offers room service, breakfast, laundry and a 24-hour front desk; confirm the terms of each service with the hotel before you travel.
Why stay here
- Luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Austin, on Red River Street
- Rainey Street a one-minute walk, Lady Bird Lake five minutes
- Pool, spa, restaurant and bar in the same building
- Pets accepted and a 24-hour front desk
- Tip: ask for a high floor if you want a quieter night
The setting
The hotel occupies a building in the heart of downtown, with a spacious lobby and its own restaurant and bar that set the tone. The photos show modern rooms with clean lines and neutral colors, plus bright common areas. Because the neighborhood has plenty of nightlife, ask about rooms on higher floors if you prefer a quieter night's sleep.
What we like
- Central location, with Rainey Street a one-minute walk away
- Pool, spa, restaurant and bar all in the same hotel
- Lady Bird Lake and Sixth Street a few minutes on foot
- Pets accepted and a 24-hour front desk
- Airport about 16 minutes by car
Worth knowing
- Lively nightlife area, so there may be noise at night
- During city events and festivals, downtown fills with crowds and traffic
Don't miss
Walk over to Rainey Street in the afternoon and continue to the edge of Lady Bird Lake to see the city from the water. If you love music, the Moody Theater, home of Austin City Limits, is about a twelve-minute walk away.
Facilities
- Pool
- Spa
- Restaurant and bar
- Gym
- Free Wi-Fi
- Breakfast available
- Room service
- Pet-friendly
- Valet parking
- Laundry
- 24-hour front desk
Location
The hotel is at 96 Red River Street in downtown Austin. Rainey Street is a one-minute walk, Lady Bird Lake about five, Sixth Street seven, and South Congress Avenue and the Moody Theater roughly twelve minutes on foot. Austin-Bergstrom airport is about 16 minutes by car; traffic varies by time of day.
Address: 96 Red River Street, Austin, TX, 78701
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Frequently asked questions
Can I explore downtown Austin on foot from the hotel?
For the most part, yes. Rainey Street, Lady Bird Lake and Sixth Street are between one and seven minutes away on foot. South Congress is about a twelve-minute walk, or a short drive.
Does the hotel have a pool and spa?
The listing shows a pool and a spa among its amenities. Hours, access and treatments can change with the season, so confirm them with the hotel before you plan your stay.
Are pets allowed?
The hotel is listed as pet-friendly. Conditions, size limits and any fees are set by the property, so check with the hotel before traveling with your animal.
How far is the airport?
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is about 16 minutes by car from the hotel. The actual time depends on traffic, especially at rush hour and during big events in the city.
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