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The Driskill

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Downtown Austin, Austin

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The Driskill

8.9^/10

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Ranked #6 for hotels in 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)
""Opened in 1886, this is the oldest operating hotel in Austin."(4 Tips)
"where big cattle baron Jesse Driskill still surveys the scene"(3 Tips)
"Upstairs Balcony is believed to be haunted as well as room 308."(4 Tips)

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good service
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cattle baron jesse driskill
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French toast
huevos rancheros
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Kathy GillMarch 10, 2012
Lounge area off Mezzanine ladies room is very quiet, has sofa
Chris SnyderMarch 29, 2011
Been here 5+ times
most comfortable beds I've ever slept in. great bakery. great bar area.
Susan FrenchMarch 14, 2016
Great atmosphere
peter orlowskyMarch 11, 2013
Order the fried chicken it's killer
Greg GordonJuly 26, 2018
Been here 5+ times
4-7pm happy hour!!
Ben JustusFebruary 20, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Not sure why the test their fire alarm at 9am in your room on a holiday weekend
Joseph VasquezMarch 4, 2012
Try the Vanilla Cupcakes - Light and sweet.
Heather BarrJune 1, 2013
Stay on the new side. Nice gym.
Deep GujralMarch 11, 2014
Great place for a business meeting
Leela TurangaAugust 21, 2012
You should visit it! :)
AJ ParkerMarch 5, 2011
The beds are delicious. And they keep toothpaste at the front desk.
Jen PuligDecember 9, 2012
Super cool hotel! Watch out for the ghosts.
Adam GoodMarch 8, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The finest hotel south of St. Louis
Oz LublingFebruary 9, 2017
old school texas in full effect.
Lucy PerryMay 21, 2017
Such a charming old hotel!
Patrick DiDomenicoOctober 30, 2010
Wow. This place is amazing. Beautiful lobby and bar area.
Michelle B.October 9, 2014
Love this city!
JuanMarch 11, 2016
Drinks and place
EmilyJanuary 22, 2013
Gulf crab salad
Chris TollesMarch 10, 2011
Been here 50+ times
The cinnamon roll at 1886 is definitely a must.
@iamkhayyamMarch 13, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Top notch collection of people to connect with.
joyce oandasanApril 10, 2011
the balcony is a great view for people watching
DK GeblerAugust 16, 2011
Check out the stained glass ceiling in the lobby.
Greg OdumJanuary 4, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The cafe is quaint and full of character.
@rynamiteMarch 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
one of the best places to network at #sxsw find me and I'll buy you a drink @rynomite
Joseph SchmittMarch 11, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The French toast at 1886 is to die for.
Adam KleinJanuary 30, 2010
The Citadel Room is a nice spot for a wedding. Small but very cozy.
BANCO HOLLANDERDecember 25, 2013
Don't drink from the toilet!!
Leela TurangaAugust 21, 2012
Really good drinks
PersephoneAugust 16, 2014
Been here 5+ times
I felt like an oil baroness:) didn't see the ghosts though
Ryan GravesMarch 12, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Request an UberPedicab to take you over to the Convention Center.
Mark Chu CheongMarch 10, 2011
They folded my wash towels like a swan. What more do u need?
Zac NJanuary 4, 2016
Oh you fancy huh
C.C. ChapmanMarch 10, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Great Manhattens
Danny WenMarch 15, 2011
Long wait to eat? Go to the bar in the back and grab a table for 2 without waiting.
Phoenix 💥💥💥March 8, 2014
Historical building
elizabeth GeorgescuMarch 19, 2010
Stay at the LB Johnson Presidential Suite! The Balcony overlooks 6th street. Read more
Knox KnoxJanuary 2, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Watch out for ghosts!
S LFebruary 1, 2013
Fancy schamancy!
Kaimi OrangeDecember 15, 2011
Banana pudding. Amazing
Steven MastersApril 3, 2011
The bar is great, but the food is A-MAZING.
Michael CotéNovember 10, 2009
Been here 10+ times
The bar burgers here are fantastic. I mean, really: get one. Read more
Stephanie HMay 7, 2013
Ride the bull
ShahedMarch 17, 2011
Been here 5+ times
$2 MEAT BALLS ARE ENORMOUS
Shannen TuneMarch 13, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Must make time for brunch 1886 cafe
Charles EdgeMarch 11, 2012
Sweet lobby!
Big BoiMarch 9, 2011
Go here for a drink or three.
Ted PowerMarch 8, 2011
Have a drink at the bar, feel like an oil baron
Mark KingMay 18, 2011
Free wifi throughout
robin roweAugust 22, 2011
stay longer than one night! Read more

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