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The Driskill
Hotel
Downtown Austin, Austin
The experts at CNN and Men's Health Mag recommend this place
"Within walking distance of our favorite places on 6th street."(6 Tips)
"few hotels in Austin"(4 Tips)
"where big cattle baron Jesse Driskill still surveys the scene"(3 Tips)
"Historical luxury at its best!"(6 Tips)
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ℳ𝒶𝓎♍October 29, 2015The Driskill is a historic classic boutique hotel of Austin. Lots of variations in the rooms but the Brazos suite was perfect. The large balcony overlooking 6th street and the live music made the stay
Jamie HoangMay 30, 2013Request room 535 if its available or any of the corner rooms facing 6th street. You won't regret it. Then, look out for the friendly ghost! :)
JJOctober 25, 2015great hotel for a visit in Austin. If not staying here still a must see for its beauty and history. Grab a great cocktail in the bar while here.
They say it's haunted. I say it's super classy. Totally recommended. The only 'but' is that they don't have a swimming pool, which in Texas summer should be almost mandatory.
CNNMarch 6, 2012Opened in 1886, this is the oldest operating hotel in Austin. Legend has it the original owner, cattle baron Jesse Driskill, lost the hotel to his brother in law in a poker game in 1888.
John Pruitt 👍June 24, 2012This is the spot where you want to come and enjoy a great classic hotel. The bar is phenomenal and a great place to start early and end late! My top spot to stay when in Austin!
ArtDecember 6, 2012The 7 course wine pairing was awesome! Celebrated a belated anniversary and made us feel at home. Meal was exquisite and wine took it home. If you're in the area, this is a must!
Austin American-StatesmanFebruary 27, 2012This is the granddaddy of luxury hotels in Austin. Located right at Sixth Street and Congress Avenue, the Driskill has been showing off the best side of Austin since 1886.
Check out the mezzanine areas if you have a chance nice lounge chairs and you can look out onto 6th street
Dilara SultanOctober 11, 2011Texas Sized Hospitality. Sets the standard for elegance & offers a restaurant, bakery, piano bar and GHOSTS. Budget travelers, this is NOT your scene. But sometimes you just gotta go for it!- Jessica MaynardFebruary 5, 2017Wonderful staff, gorgeous building and the rooms are absolutely stunning. Within walking distance of our favorite places on 6th street.
LaurenNovember 11, 2012Tin ceilings. Cast iron statues. Crossed pistols. Glass done ceilings. And when you get to the bar, Rachel, I recommend a bourbon and elder flower liquor. It's sweet, but delicious!
seth meyerowitzApril 10, 2017Beautiful lobby/atrium. Solid food in the lobby cafe. Take a walk around the lobby and such to see the beauty.
Social News NetworkAugust 14, 2013Perfect for wedding receptions, company parties, or just brunch on a Sunday morning. The best thing about this place? Word has it that Room 429 (amongst others) is haunted!
Hudson SutlerJuly 19, 2017Constructed in 1886, this luxurious landmark is authentically Texan. High vaulted ceilings, columns on columns, marble, stained glass, the works. Read more
Luqman HAugust 17, 2014plush and well furnished rooms. lift to the rooms opens in the middle of the lobby bar. great ambiance with live music
Larry LaBurrJuly 6, 2015Beautiful hotel!! Absolutely stunning and in central downtown Austin, smells like a dream and the bathrooms are photo shoot ready!
TechBreadApril 19, 2012"Opened in 1886, this is the oldest operating hotel in Austin. Legend has it the original owner, cattle baron Jesse Driskill, lost the hotel to his brother in law in a poker game in 1888."
Amy LebowskyApril 14, 2016Bar is lovely upstairs. "Sage Advice" cocktail perfect. Love all the memorabilia about POTUS and FLOTUS Johnson.
Miriam GoldmanJanuary 23, 2015A true historic gem, right in the middle of downtown Austin. Be sure to inspect the statues and artwork closely.
- Austin American-StatesmanFebruary 22, 2012Built in 1886 as the showplace of a cattle baron, the hotel stands as a landmark of Texas hospitality. The luxury hotel is close to the Capitol, Convention Center and entertainment districts.
Hanna MaierFebruary 18, 2016We choose it for our engagement! Loved it! Only thing I want complain about; I asked them for a upgrade but we didn't get one
IrinaAugust 16, 2014The lobby is absolutely majestic. Very well-preserved and maintained hotel. If you can, staying here is a must.
Tammy GordonMarch 10, 2011The Driskell Bar makes me swoon (when it's not SXSW mobbed). Great live music. Revolver light fixtures. Killer bartenders. (And don't miss the cupcakes sneakily for sale at the bar)
Valerie BrownMarch 13, 2012Favorite spot for late night drinks. The buffet brunch is insanely popular. There is a great taxi pull up area on the side entrance.
My only complaint is not experiencing a haunting...other than that..first class cattle baron style
LianneApril 21, 2013Beautiful historical hotel with an interesting history. Had lunch here and the service left something to be desired but the food was great.
Christian LangballeMarch 17, 2018Beautiful place with a must have breakfast menu. Came back 3 times in 6 days.
Steve SmithJune 14, 2015Beautiful lobby but rooms falling apart. Nicks and scratches and just feels old. No water glasses provided in room. Took three calls to get a Housekeeping request.
Jessica JazdzewskiAugust 27, 2011The food here is awesome. Order a delicious cappuccino and a cranberry orange scone in the cafe if you're on a budget and enjoy the atmosphere.
The Most Interesting Man in the WorldFebruary 28, 2014They say this lovely Texas landmark is haunted. Me? I don’t believe in ghosts, and I had a lengthy debate about this very topic with a rather opaque visitor one autumn night in room 319.
megan elizabeth +May 5, 2013Interesting activity in the ballroom...swaying crystals in the chandelier and some flickering electricity. Had a friend feel a close brush or scrape by her shoulder...- NicoleFebruary 12, 2015Historical luxury at its best! Beautiful lobby and common areas, and great rooms with very attentive staff. #BestOfTexas
Kelly BrileyNovember 19, 2014Cozy and classy, but probably best to avoid on a weekend night if you want to get s spot to sit.- Beautiful building, attentive staff and kick ass bar. Didn't see any ghosts but enjoyed every minute of my stay so far.
Briana WuagneuxDecember 25, 2014The bakery has a great brunch, and the bread pudding French toast is amazing!
DarkSkin 🌺 QueenNovember 8, 2013Make sure you visit the the Driskill Grill the food is amazing and the ambiance is very inviting.
Men's Health MagAugust 3, 2014Don’t be fooled by the ostentatious surrounds—this place is soulful (literally; some say it’s haunted). Read more
pro tip: if you need to store jackets/laptops for a few hours or so, ask the concierge outside. there's a storage area in back. be nice and tip well!
EmilyJanuary 22, 2013Great place to host an event. Very historic looking and is of course and the staff is great.
Mike DJune 16, 2013Upstairs Balcony is believed to be haunted as well as room 308. Also they have Chimay on tap!
Charlotte Ø. SteentoftSeptember 26, 2012Eat at the 1886 Cafe and bakery for breakfast. Try the Brazos Huevos Rancheros - It's amazing.
HISTORYApril 7, 2010Built in 1876 by a cattle baron and has hosted a history of political parties and inaugurations.In the 1970s this hotel was a hangout for musician, humorist, and journalist Richard "Kinky" Friedman.
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Original and historic hotel in the heart of downtown Austin, and a landmark of Texas hospitality. As the only hotel on 6th street, The Driskill is one of the best boutique hotels in Austin
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- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(512) 439-1234
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