The celebrated Driskill Hotel, located in downtown Austin in the heart of the business, entertainment, and historic districts, offers... more »
The celebrated Driskill Hotel, located in downtown Austin in the heart of the business, entertainment, and historic districts, offers historic accommodations with the modern luxuries of today. Built in 1886 as the showplace of a cattle baron, The Driskill's Romanesque architecture and extravagant Texan decor provide a grandiose escape for any getaway or special occasion. The Driskill also offers a 24-hour business center and fitness studio, along with round-the-clock concierge services. Our talented culinary teams provide guests with award-winning contemporary American cuisine and a world-class wine selection in the Driskill Grill, as well as more casual fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the 1886 Café & Bakery. Both restaurants offer full bars. With over 19,000 square feet of meeting space, The Driskill also provides professional and catering services for meetings, weddings, and private events.
Official Hotel Information
Location. Located in downtown Austin, Texas, the Driskill Hotel was once the showplace of a cattle baron. Located seven miles from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, this historic 12-story hotel is adjacent to Sixth Street entertainment district and less than one mile from the Texas State Capitol Complex. Hotel Features. Gargoyles and busts of The Driskill Hotel's owner and his sons still peer out from high above each entrance, and shorhorn steer heads adorn the outer walls. The lobby's three-story columns reach to a stained-glass dome ceiling canopying marble floors. The hotel features a full-service business center, elegant meeting facilities wired with high-tech capabilities, and a fitness studio complete with stretching room and massage tables. The Driskill Grill offers contemporary American cuisine in elegant surroundings, while old Texas-style décor is found in the 1886 Café & Bakery, serving full breakfasts and light entrees daily. The Driskill Bar is furnished with cowhide couches and features an extensive wine list, native Texas brews, and live piano music. Guestrooms. Palatial guestrooms and suites span from the Driskill's Traditional Wing, built in 1929 featuring the colorful surroundings of the Texas Hill Country, to the Historic Wing's vaulted decorative ceilings, detailed woodwork and balconies. Both wings include original art, lavish draperies, and opulent beds featuring Frette Italian linens. Bathrooms are outfitted with black Brazilian marble tile, brass fixtures and bathrobes. Nightly turndown service, minibars and expanded cable television are room standards. Complimentary guestroom amenities include coffee service, newspapers and high- speed Internet access. Expert Tip. Built in 1886, the Driskill is rich in history and serves as a landmark of Texas hospitality. Its dark mahogany bar with brass railings, scrolled mirrors and crystal globes was imported from Germany and has been featured in many movies throughout the decades, including Cabaret in 1972. This hotel is non-smoking. Valet Parking Notice: $25 per night with a $5 additional fee for oversized vehicles. .
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Built in 1886 as the showplace of a cattle baron, The Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas stands as a landmark of Texas hospitality. Austin's legendary luxury hotel occupies a dynamic site in the city's business district, convenient to the capitol building, convention center, entertainment district and other key destinations. The lobby of the Driskill sets the initial tone of comfort and elegance with three-story columns framing a marble floor and stained-glass dome ceiling. Guests select from 188 rooms and suites distributed between the Historic Wing - with soaring ceilings, elaborate woodwork and balconies- and the Traditional Wing, built in 1929 and featuring art deco styling and the colors of the Texas Hill Country.The Driskill nightly valet parking charge is $21.00
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Beautiful hotel, great location.They
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Posted Dec 31, 2007
Good
Beautiful hotel, great location.They gave us the worst room they have, no view and the bathroom was too small. We also had to wait 20 minutes before they found our reservations.“We enjoyed the hotel but have had better experiences...
All Review Photos If you’ve
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Posted Dec 30, 2007
Excellent
All Review Photos If you’ve ever wondered how the other half live, book a night’s stay at The Driskill. If you can’t afford to, go there anyway and walk around. This hotel impresses from the minute you step inside with...
I am frequent guest at Driskill. The service is very good and the elegant dining room is superb. Zagat talks about some rooms being the size of Texas while others are more like Rhode Island. That is very true description. The rooms are generally...
Great old time very active hotel.Access
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Posted Dec 04, 2007
Excellent
Great old time very active hotel.Access to the room through mezzaneen for parties. Felt like stored furniture.“Driskill for the price was a great experience but the squeaky iron bed didn't help the charm. Six street locations is the best attribute....
Not worth it... Bad Experience
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Posted Nov 27, 2007
by surfergirl23
Horrible
One of my friends just moved to Austin and I cam intown to see him. He wanted to go somewhere nice so we went to Driskill. It is located in a Hotel that is absolutely gorgeous. The restaurant is really stuffy though. They had a great wine list. ...
The hotel is gorgeous.The staff was a
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Good
The hotel is gorgeous.The staff was a little snooty.“The hotel is beautiful, and the room was small but adequate. The check in staff was a little snotty, but the check out staff was very pleasant and professional. The only problem was that both the...
Convenient to downtown.Older building,
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Good
Convenient to downtown.Older building, bathroom door wouldn't close.“Beautiful hotel, but the building is older, the staff is good and the amenities are very nice...
Very grand hotel rich with history,
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Posted Nov 08, 2007
Excellent
Very grand hotel rich with history, attention to detail.No pool, spa.“This is such a beautiful and inspiring place to stay. A grand hotel that is rich with history and style. The attention to every little detail made me feel like royalty...
Location, history, lobby bar, friendly
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Posted Nov 08, 2007
Excellent
Location, history, lobby bar, friendly staff.They seemed short staffed in the evening, the bellboy accidentally took a pair of pants and it took them 20+ minutes to return them to my room.“Great location and a beautiful hotel with lots of history. A ...
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