THE OTIS HOTEL AUSTIN, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION, Austin

The Otis Hotel Austin, Autograph Collection - A music-focused boutique hotel with vinyl libraries, rooftop pool, and contemporary dining in the Campus District

Located in Austin's Campus District just one block from the University of Texas, The Otis Hotel features 1,000+ vinyl records and in-room turntables across all guest rooms. The Autograph Collection's first Austin hotel houses multiple dining venues, including Acre 41 contemporary steakhouse, Otopia Rooftop lounge, a street-side Burger Bar, and Bar AC with Spanish tapas. A dedicated Vinyl Ambassador, Jack White, curates personalized record selections and offers one-on-one listening sessions. The property maintains a rooftop pool with views of Texas Hill Country and downtown Austin. Guest rooms include record players, local art, and campus-inspired design elements. The hotel provides pet-friendly accommodations with plush beds and toys for dogs. Located 0.5 miles from the Blanton Museum of Art and Neill-Cochran House, this Austin hotel sits along the Colorado River with direct access to downtown attractions.

Pros

Dedicated Vinyl Ambassador offers personalized music curation from 1,000+ record collection

Only rooftop pool and lounge in the Campus District with city and Hill Country views

Four distinct dining concepts including contemporary steakhouse and Spanish tapas bar

Custom vinyl designs by University of Texas students featuring local artists

Cons

4:00 PM check-in time is later than many hotels

Limited dining options within immediate 0.3-mile walking distance