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Aloft Austin at The DomainvsHotel Van Zandt
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt scores slightly higher than aloft Austin at the Domain. Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt comes in at #25 in Austin with accolades from 5 reviewers including Condé Nast Traveler, The Telegraph and Gayot.
Aloft Austin at The Domain
Gayot
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Frommer's Frommer's
11601 Domain Drive, Austin, TX 78758
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Gayot "Modern chic furniture in whimsical earth tones set the ambient stage for ultra hip lounging at aloft."
Frommer's "This budget Starwood Hotels (Westin) property, inspired by the W Hotel chain, is a great option for young business travelers on a budget." Full review
Fodor's "This trendy offshoot of the W provides more basic, Euro-chic accommodations that placate the sensibility of the brand’s up-and-coming urban audience." Full review
Travel + Leisure "I'm a big fan of Starwood's modern, hip and reasonably priced Aloft chain." Full review
Frommer's "This boutique hotel might come off as corny if it were less skillfully done; instead, it’s charming and fun. The rooms have braided rugs, cowhide director’s chairs, and full-size SMEG refrigerators." Full review
Frommer's "It’s charming and fun. The rooms have braided rugs, cowhide director’s chairs, and full-size SMEG refrigerators loaded with more adult beverages...there’s plenty to do on the property." Full review
Hotel Van Zandt Gayot Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Afar Magazine
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
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 Telegraph9.0
"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 PlanetTop 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
