THE DRISKILL AUSTIN, Austin
Hotel Details
The Driskill - A historic 5-star landmark with grand ballrooms, live music, and award-winning dining in downtown Austin
Standing at the corner of 6th Street and Brazos Street since 1886, this 5-star Austin hotel features 189 rooms including 14 suites across its historic property. The Driskill offers 18000 square feet of event space, highlighted by a 2,500-square-foot ballroom with a vaulted trompe l'oeil dome and Texas flag mural. Executive Chef Mark Dayanandan leads the culinary program, which includes The Driskill Bar with nightly live music, and the Victorian-style 1886 Café & Bakery serving Texas comfort foods. Located steps from the Texas State Capitol and Convention Center, The Driskill maintains original architectural elements like marble floors, hand-painted columns, and a grand mezzanine spanning 5,600 square feet with two private balconies.
The Driskill: Pros
- Features historic design elements including Burled Walnut wainscoting from 1886 and original gold leaf mirrors - Live music performances seven nights per week in The Driskill Bar - Award-winning dining program recognized by Food & Wine magazine - Premium location on 6th Street within walking distance to major attractions
The Driskill: Cons
- Historic rooms in the original building are smaller than modern hotel standards - The bustling 6th Street entertainment district can be noisy during evenings
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General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- ATM/Cash machine
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Curtains