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Low season | August | Cheapest month to stay with an average 22% drop in price. |
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High season | March | Most expensive month to stay with an average 55% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | $243 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | $274 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
When to book a hotel in Austin
Top tips for finding perfect Austin hotel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Austin, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Austin in August and December.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Austin if you stay on a Saturday. The opposite is true for, Friday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Austin accommodation.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Austin for 3 days.
- Austin is a popular city for music festivals and cultural events, so keep this in mind when visiting, and make sure to book your accommodation in advance if there is an event on. Many hotels in downtown Austin sell out quickly, so it is a good idea to check if any big events coincide with your plans.
- The city does not have a very extensive public transportation system, but it does have a cheap bike-sharing system called B-Cycle. Choose a hotel that is near one of the many B-Cycle docking stations, as this will allow you to easily rent a bike and explore the city. The Aloft in downtown Austin is a great choice.
- If you are traveling with your family, consider staying in a hotel near Zilker Park, such as the JW Marriott. Zilker Park is made up of more than 350 acres of scenic land, and it provides many recreational opportunities for both children and adults.
- Looking to get some shopping done during your trip to Austin? If so, book one of the many hotels near The Domain, a shopping center 12 miles from downtown. The Domain is comprised of more than 100 different stores and restaurants, and it has several entertainment options. The Westin at The Domain is a great hotel that is also not far from downtown Austin.
- To experience Austin’s diverse and exciting nightlife, stay at a hotel near Rainey Street, such as the stylish Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt. Rainey Street is quietly tucked away from downtown Austin and is full of old houses that have been converted into hip bars, restaurants, terraces, and rooftop pubs with pool tables.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Austin
Hotels are safe environments for travellers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Austin. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
If you’re looking to stay near Austin’s Convention Center, you have several hotels to choose from. The Hilton Garden Inn is a nice business hotel with a pool; it is only 10 minutes on foot from the Convention Center. The Hyatt Place in downtown Austin, approximately five minutes walking to the Convention Center, has many rooms with great city views.
If you are only in Austin for a short period of time and would like to be conveniently located near the airport, consider staying in either the Holiday Inn Express & Suites or Comfort Suites Austin Airport. Both are fuss-free hotels four miles from the airport that offer cheap rates, shuttle services to the airport, and free breakfast.
The W Austin is a luxury 5-star hotel that has an outdoor pool and extensive spa. The Omni Austin Hotel is a slightly more affordable option that also has an outdoor pool, a nice coffee shop, and summer activities for children. The Hilton has a beautiful rooftop pool that offers amazing views of the entire city.
The Casulo Hotel is a minimalist boutique-hotel offering one luxury suite that includes a private Jacuzzi inside. It also offers a free hot breakfast and the opportunity to join its Jacuzzi Club.
The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Austin found by KAYAK users in the last 3 hours was $127, while a 4-star hotel room the lowest price was $162. The cheapest room found overall was for $78.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Austin districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Austin city centre
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- Sixth Street
- Texas State Capitol
- 360 Condominiums
- ACL Live at The Moody Theater
- Travis County Law Library
- The Contemporary Austin
- Faulk Central Library
- Texas Capitol Visitors Center
- O. Henry Museum
- Old Bakery and Emporium
- Paramount Theatre
- Millett Opera House
- Old State Capitol Building Ruins
- French Legation Museum
- Mexic-Arte Museum
- Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge
- Austin City Hall
- Austin History Center
- Esther's Follies