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The Driskill

604 Brazos Street Austin, 78701 Texas

Opulent historic hotel in bustling downtown Austin

Entertainment district
Built in 1886 by a Texas cattle baron, this richly appointed hotel is in downtown's 6th Street Entertainment District, six blocks from the convention center and a half-mile from the State Capitol. Show more
Renowned restaurant
The acclaimed Driskill Grill serves New American cuisine, while the Texas-themed bar features a fireplace and live piano music. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in the ornate lobby.
Luxury bedding
Guestrooms feature modern custom furnishings, luxury bedding, unique artwork, plasma televisions, complimentary wireless Internet access, ceiling fans, European bath amenities, and fully stocked minibars. Hide

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Vintage Queen
One king bed or one queen bed. Pillowtop mattress, extra pillows, and plush duvet. Located throughout the hotel. 250-365 square feet. Custom modern furnishings. Sitting area with leisure chair or loveseat. Work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms feature black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities.
Vintage Two Queens
Two queen beds with pillowtop mattresses, extra pillows, and plush duvets. 300-365 square feet. Located throughout the hotel. Modern, custom furnishings. Sitting area with leisure chair. Work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathroom with black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities.
Curio
1 queen bed. Pillowtop mattress, extra pillows, and plush duvet. 220-250 square feet. Former staff quarters. Built-in mill work, closets, and shelves. Plasma TV. Complimentary wireless Internet access. European bath amenities. Some rooms have unique architectural design elements of the late 1800s.
Senate
One queen bed. May have sofa bed. Pillowtop mattress, extra pillows, and duvet. 350-425 square feet. Located throughout the hotel. Modern, custom furnishings. Sitting area with two leisure chairs or sofa bed. Work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathroom with black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities.
Signature
One or two queen beds. Pillowtop mattress, extra pillows, and plush duvet. Located on the top floors of the 12-story 1920s tower building. 250-425 square feet. City views of downtown Austin. High ceiling. Modern, custom furnishings. Separate sitting area. Work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathroom with black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities. Complimentary in-room bottled water. Turndown service. Complimentary beer or glass of wine in the Driskill Bar. Complimentary daily Continental breakfast for two in the 1886 Café and Bakery.
Victorian Jr. Suite
One king bed or one queen bed. May have sofa bed. Pillowtop mattress, extra pillows, and duvet. Located on floors 4-5 of original 1886 building. 340-440 square feet. Separate sitting area. High ceilings. Custom crown molding. Modern furnishings. Spacious work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathroom with black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities.
Cityscape Queen
One king bed or one queen bed. Pillowtop mattress, extra pillows, and duvet. Located in the 12-story 1920s tower building. 250-365 square feet. City views of downtown Austin. Modern, custom furnishings. Sitting area with leisure chair. Work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathroom with black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities.
Cityscape Two Queens
Two queen beds. Pillowtop mattresses, extra pillows, and duvets. Located in the 12-story 1920s tower building. 300-365 square feet. City views of downtown Austin. Modern, custom furnishings. Sitting area with leisure chair. Work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathroom with black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities.
Historic Balcony King
One king bed with pillowtop mattress, plush duvet, and extra pillows. Balcony with seating, overlooking 6th Street. Located on floors 4-5 of original 1886 building. 350-600 square feet. Modern, custom furnishings. Separate sitting area. Work desk. Plasma television. Complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathroom with black Brazilian marble or black and white Art Deco-style tile. European bath amenities.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

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  • There are no room charges for children 12 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.
Policies
  • Pet fee charged at hotel/condo
  • Small pets only
  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Check-out time is Noon
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Valet parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)
    • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
    • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00
    • Refrigerator fee: USD 30.00 per night
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Mandatory Fees and Taxes
  • The following mandatory hotel-imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.
    • A 15 percent city/local tax will be charged
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Mandatory hotel-imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change.

Awards and Affiliations

The Driskill is listed in the 2008 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay. This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.

Accessibility Options

  • Accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower
  • Handicapped parking
  • In-room accessibility
  • Accessibility equipment for the deaf
  • Braille or raised signage
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Property Amenities

  • Steam room
  • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
  • Concierge desk
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Health club
  • Fitness facilities
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee shop or café
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Business center
  • Banquet facilities
  • Ballroom(s)
  • Exhibit space
  • Business services
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Internet access in public areas - high speed
  • Internet access in public areas - complimentary
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Express check-out
  • Doorman/doorwoman
  • Security guard
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Express check-in
  • Total number of rooms - 189
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour assistance
  • ATM/banking
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Babysitting or child care
  • Shoe shine
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Elevator/lift
  • Year Built - 1886
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Wedding services
  • Event catering
  • Internet access - wireless
  • Luggage storage
  • One meeting/conference room
  • Parking limited (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Secure parking
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoke-free property (fines apply)
  • Piano
  • Translation services
  • Valet parking ($16-25)
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Rooms

This Austin hotel offers 189 guestrooms. Beds are topped with Italian Frette linens, down duvets with cotton covers, and down pillows. Rooms feature Victorian or traditional Austin decor, with heavy draperies, tall windows, high ceilings, original art, framed Texas-themed memorabilia, and granite-topped end tables.

Amenities include complimentary high-speed Internet access, minibars, and bathrobes. Bathrooms feature shaving/makeup mirrors and Gilchrist and Soames Destination Earth amenities.

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The Driskill, Austin, Texas, Rooms Guest Room

Room Amenities

  • High-speed Internet access
  • Premium television channel(s)
  • Video-game console
  • Pay movies
  • Premium bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Air conditioning
  • Climate control
  • Complimentary weekday newspaper
  • Ceiling fan
  • Voice mail
  • Multi-line phone
  • Internet access (complimentary)
  • Refrigerator (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Wake-up calls
  • Daily housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Bathrobes
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Makeup/shaving mirror
  • In-room massage available
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Electronic check-out
  • Electronic/magnetic keys
  • Cable television service
  • Iron/ironing board
  • In-room safe
  • Non-smoking only
  • Desk
  • Clock radio
  • Cribs (infant beds) available
  • Flat-panel television
  • Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary)
  • iPod docking station
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Connecting / adjoining rooms available
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Dining

Driskill Grill - Renowned fine-dining restaurant serving New American cuisine. Seafood, steak, poultry, and vegetarian items, as well as prix fixe and tasting menus. Menu may include Macadamia Encrusted Ahi, Sautéed Wild Salmon, Flame-Grilled Filet Mignon. Award-winning wine list. Dinner only, Tuesday through Saturday.

1886 Café & Bakery - Lobby-level café and bakery with viewing window and mahogany bar. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, late-night desserts, beer, wine, cocktails. Sunday brunch menu until mid-afternoon. Open daily early morning to late evening.

Driskill Bar - Texas-themed lounge with stuffed longhorn head over the fireplace, cowhide couches, faux-snakeskin wallpaper. Live piano music Monday–Saturday, early evening to late evening. Signature drinks, Texas beers, extensive wine list, casual menu of appetizers and light entrees.

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The Driskill, Austin, Texas, Dining Ballroom/Banquet

Recreation

  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rowing or canoeing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Boat launch nearby
  • Pilates classes/instruction nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction nearby
  • Volleyball nearby
  • Aerobics nearby
  • Tennis nearby
  • Running track/path nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Bird watching nearby
  • Playground nearby
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steve from London
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“Why stay anywhere else?”

Great position, excellent and friendly service and terrific charm makes for an excellent stay. If you're going to stay in down town Austin why would you stay anywhere else?

jing
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“A very beautiful hotel....”

The Driskill in Austin is a very beautiful hotel that I will never forget. I like the evey little of details of it. The services were okay and nothing negative to say really. All I can say is, if I go to Austin again, I would stay with Driskill!

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The Driskill

604 Brazos Street Austin, 78701 Texas

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Paramount Theater - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Frost Bank Tower - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Austin Museum of Art - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • O. Henry House Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Esther's Follies - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • Old Bakery and Emporium - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • Austin Children's Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Austin History Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Austin Public Library - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Governor's Mansion - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Austin City Hall - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
  • Travis County Law Library - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
  • Austin Convention Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
  • 360 Condominiums - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
  • Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi

Location Highlights

  • In historical district
  • In city center
  • In business district
  • In entertainment district
  • Convention center nearby
  • Water nearby

The preferred airport for The Driskill is Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.) - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

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Nearest Major Airport:

  • Austin, TX, United States (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)

Area:

Downtown Austin, Texas, United States of America: Downtown Austin’s attractions include The University of Texas at Austin and the Texas State Capitol. Austin also lays claim to another capital: live music. Bars and clubs pack a half-mile stretch of Sixth Street. The gay-friendly Warehouse District is another nightlife hub, as is the SoCo District south of Lady Bird Lake. On summer nights, 1.5 million bats emerge from the Congress Avenue bridge.

The Driskill

604 Brazos Street Austin, 78701 Texas

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