Luxury Hotels in Austin, Texas

A lively, hip town that has become the music capital of Texas, if not the entire country, Austin provides outdoor adventures with plentiful opportunities for hiking, biking and recreation. From the scenic Barton Creek Greenbelt where mountain biking is king, to the miles of hiking trails at the 635-acre McKinney Falls State Park, Austin boasts an idyllic, year-round climate and 300 sunny days a year in which to enjoy the city's abundant nature trails, parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and natural resources. Luxury accommodations await the discerning traveler in Austin.

Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Located on the lushly landscaped shores of Lady Bird Lake, the Four Seasons Hotel Austin presents 291 luxurious guest rooms, including 28 spacious suites, all offering stellar views of the lake, or of the Austin cityscape. Rooms come complete with down duvets and pillows, plush terrycloth robes, refrigerator, bar, and high-technology amenities including wireless Internet access and plasma TVs. The Spa at Four Seasons provides a tranquil sanctuary featuring 8 treatment rooms artfully designed, along with myriad relaxing spa services. On-site, the TRIO restaurant serves up prime USDA steaks, fresh seafood and a premier wine bar with lakeside views.

Four Seasons Hotel Austin
98 San Jacinto Boulevard
Austin, Texas 87701
(515) 478-4500
fourseasons.com/Austin

The Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel

The handsomely appointed Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel unfolds into stately luxury at every turn, featuring 189 guest rooms customized with dark-wood furnishings accented in tooled leather. All rooms feature luxury marble bathrooms, deluxe bedding, terrycloth robes, work desk, high-speed Internet, private voicemail and more. The hotel's premier fitness center offers Cybex equipment with TVs, and music players at each machine, as well as a heated, indoor lap pool and Jacuzzi. On-site restaurants include CafJulienne, Stephen F's Bar Terrace, and the Roaring Fork, serving up American Western bistro offerings.

Intercontinental Stephen F Austin Hotel
 701 Congress Avenue
Austin, Texas 78701 
(512) 457-8800
austin.intercontinental.com

The Driskill Hotel

Austin's legendary hotel, the Driskill Hotel unveils unrivaled luxury amid a truly historic Texas setting. Built in 1886 by Texas cattle baron Jesse Driskill, the Driskell Hotel presents elite offerings in each of its 189 guestrooms and suites. Custom beds and furnishings highlight the amenities, along with spacious work desks, plasma TV, regal bath offerings, and fully stocked mini bars. The Executive Business Center provides guests with 24/7 access, while the Driskill Grill and 1886 Cafe & Bakery serve up premier offerings by a team of award-winning chefs.

The Driskill Hotel
604 Brazos St
Austin, TX 78701
(800) 252-9367
driskillhotel.com

Article Written By Karen Sprinkles

Karen Sprinkles has been a freelance writer since 1988. She's currently the managing editor of a luxury home magazine and has written for regional newspapers and magazines. Sprinkles received the Award of Excellence from the Hawaii Book Publishers Association for "The Hawaii Home Book," which reached No. 1 on the Hawaii bestsellers list. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of California.

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