Hotels on 6th Street in Downtown Austin

By Patrick M. Lind

Hotels on 6th Street in Downtown Austin
Austin's 6th Street comprises the main artery of the self-proclaimed "The Live Music Capital of the World." Choosing to stay at a hotel on 6th Street means being within steps of nightclubs, bars, restaurants and music venues as well as the city's capitol building on 11th Street. The City of Austin operates five public golf courses, each seven miles or less from 6th Street in downtown Austin. There are several hotels on the famous street.

The Driskill

Arguably Austin's most famous hotel, dating back to 1886, The Driskill puts guests at the heart of downtown Austin. Located on the corner of 6th and Brazos, the historic hotel features rooms that are fully modern and come with custom furniture, plasma TVs, designer bathrobes and linens and complimentary wireless Internet access. The on-site fitness studio is open 24 hours and a variety of massage services are available at the spa. The Driskill Grill features wine tasting and a menu filled with traditional Texas cuisine. The Jimmy Clay Golf Course is seven miles south of the hotel at the McKinney Falls State Park.

The Driskill
604 Brazos Street
Austin, TX 78701
(800) 252-9367

Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown

Just a short walk to 6th Street, the massive Hilton Garden Inn houses more than 250 rooms and suites at the eastern edge Austin's nightlife. All accommodations have standard amenities, such as flat-screen TVs with cable, coffee makers, free weekday newspapers and free high-speed Internet. The hotel's restaurant sits on the eighteenth floor overlooking the city and serves Texas cuisine. The fitness center is open 24 hours and there is an outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool on the property. The public Hancock Golf Course is only three miles north of the hotel.

Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown
500 N. IH 35
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 480-8181

Extended Stay America - Austin - Downtown - 6th St.

The mailing address may say Guadalupe Street, but do not be fooled, the Extended Stay America is wholly on 6th Street in downtown Austin. Situated directly on the corner of Sixth and Guadalupe, the Extended Stay America offers rooms with full kitchens including stovetop, refrigerator and microwave, wireless Internet access, and iron and ironing board. Guests can reach the city's Morris Williams Golf Course in just 15 minutes.

Extended Stay America - Austin - Downtown - 6th St.
600 Guadalupe Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 457-9994

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About The Author

Patrick M. Lind has been freelance writing since 2007 and has worked as an editor and journalist for ChicagoSporting.com. He received a Master of Arts in history from the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands and has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and Middle East.
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