Archer Hotel AustinvsHotel Van Zandt
Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt and Archer Hotel Austin are both praised by professional travelers. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt is the choice of most reviewers compared to Archer Hotel Austin. Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt comes in at #18 in Austin with accolades from 7 reviewers like Gayot, Afar Magazine and The Telegraph.
Archer Hotel Austin
3121 Palm Way, Austin, TX 78758
From $249/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Located in the constantly evolving Domain Northside entertainment and shopping district, Archer Hotel Austin is a newly opened ode to this city — rustic but thoroughly modern." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"With a nod to its Texas heritage, the Archer mixes the eclectic, creative soul of Austin with a Texas-chic style." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Archer Hotel Austin is a fun and modern hotel situated in the heart of Austin's Domain Northside shopping district." Full review
Time Out
"As one of the Domain's newest hotels, the Archer excels at exceptional service, offering handmade salted caramels to newly checked-in guests and a nightly turndown service with local treats." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
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If you're looking to escape the crush of touristy downtown, but don't want to be away from all the buzz, book a room at this design-centric hotel." Full review
Frommer's
"The Domain NORTHSIDE likes to bill itself as an alternate entertainment hub to downtown Austin. That’s seriously stretching it, but the stylish Archer proves that you don’t have to feel..." Full review
Hotel Van Zandt
605 Davis St, Austin, TX 78701-4212
From $139/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Gayot
"This downtown Austin hotel encourages visitors to relax or rock out with amenities for every mood."
Travel + Leisure
"Named for legendary Austin guitarist Townes Van Zandt, this music-focused property on the edge of Rainey Street oozes Kimpton sophistication." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The chic Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt has a pure Austin vibe, with an energy as a prime hotspot in the city." Full review
Afar Magazine
"The chandeliers in the lobby are crafted from French horns, an installation in the lounge features birds made from vinyl records, and the cabana-lined pool deck pumps tunes underwater." Full review
Time Out
"Kimpton’s Hotel Van Zandt is located in the heart of Rainey Street, formerly a strip of sleep bungalows that has morphed into the city’s premiere bar-hopping district. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"Swanky, laidback lobby, brushed in bronze and bedecked in light fixtures made from repurposed trumpets, is coolly reminiscent of a backroom blues club, with similarly musical riffs echoed throughout." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This stylish music-themed property looms over Rainey Street"
Frommer's
"The 16-story hotel stands a stone’s throw from the Rainey Street music district. Spacious modern guest rooms feature plush bedding, soft carpeting, and draperies tangled up in blue. " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Named for Texas singer-songwriter Townes Van Zandt, this Kimpton property impresses with the details." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Polished and imposing public spaces, plush guest rooms, and plenty of local color, including numerous tributes to Austin’s famous music scene." Full review