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The DriskillvsAustin Southpark Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Driskill ranks significantly better than Omni Austin at South Park. The Driskill comes in at 95 with approval from 20 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
The Driskill
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Frommer's Show All Reviews
604 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701
From $152/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "This grand four-story mansion is an old-world sanctuary set smack in the heart of boisterous Sixth Street."
Fodor's "Built in 1886 and impeccably restored, the Driskill is a beautiful public space created when people relished mingling in grand settings." Full review
OysterUpscale
"There's no pool or other on-site amenities besides a nice fitness center and small massage room, but the location in the heart of Austin's famous Sixth Street entertainment district is prime." Full review
Rough Guide "This handsome and historic downtown hotel is Austin’s swankiest choice, with an opulent marble lobby and updated rooms."
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If you can’t afford to stay here, drop by the lobby bar for a mid-afternoon whiskey sour.
Michelin Guide "Double balconies, arched windows and a hand laid marble lobby floor made downtown Austin's grandest hotel into a frontier palace."
Gayot "The lobby's grandeur, with stately columns towering to a stained glass dome, hints at the opulent accommodations awaiting guests."
DK Eyewitness "The magnificent lobby of this historic hotel, with its marble floors, three-story columns, and stained-glass dome ceiling, exudes luxury and opulence."
BlackBook "The piano lounge is a study in cattle-baron cool, with cowhide couches and cowboys-and-indians sculptures."
Zagat4.3
""It's like stepping into another era" say guests of this "wonderfully preserved" Downtown "landmark"."
Frommer's "Opened in 1886, the Driskill is Austin's original grand hotel and national historic landmark. It has seen its share of history." Full review
Austin Southpark Hotel Fodor's Oyster
Star Service Gayot Zagat
Travel + Leisure
4140 Governors Row, Austin, TX 78744
From $93/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's "This elegant 14-story hotel towers near the tangled intersection of I–35 and US 290. It earns high marks for value, but feels removed from the city though it's only about 3 mi from downtown." Full review
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For a larger room without breaking the bank, request a corner king.
OysterUpscale
"This upper-middle-range chain is popular with business travelers and families, and is located in Southpark, a 5-minute drive south of downtown." Full review
Star Service "Though the Omni is geared toward business travelers, this place does lure tourists comfortable with the south-side location and a lack of nearby entertainment. " Full review
Gayot "When guests enter through the back side of this hotel, the traffic noise of busy I-35 is quickly drowned out by the relaxing sound of a fountain."
Zagat4.0
"Boasting an "ideal" location with "easy access to Downtown", this Southeast Austin luxury property caters to the suit-and-tie crowd."
Travel + Leisure "The hotel's South Austin location gives a head start on a day trip to San Antonio." Full review
