Austin Proper Hotel

The 238-room Austin Proper Hotel offers a chic retreat in the heart of buzzy downtown Austin.

• The Friendly and helpful staff
• The prime location in downtown Austin with access to the city's best dining and entertainment
• The picturesque rooftop pool

Despite the 238-room footprint, Austin Proper Hotel feels intimate with an emphasis on high-touch service and attention to detail.

The heart of the hotel is the sleek lobby, decorated with dark woods and colorful furniture, where it transforms each evening into a popular watering hole for locals and travelers alike. Although the guest rooms are on the smaller side (we recommend booking the Premier King or higher categories), they feature plush beds, spacious showers and floor-to-ceiling windows with beautiful views of Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin.

The property is just steps from some of Austin's best dining and entertainment, but guests have a variety of cuisines to choose from onsite as well. Enjoy grilled Mediterranean cuisine at The Peacock or dine poolside on Texas-inspired Mexican dishes at La Piscina (handcrafted margaritas and queso fundido are a highlight, but know that the caesar salad is sneaky-good as well). Goldie's serves cocktails and afternoon tea in a romantic setting.

For those looking to relax, swim in the large rooftop pool against a backdrop of the downtown Austin skyline or recharge with the full treatment menu at Verbena Spa (in-room treatments are available to book). The airy fitness center offers complimentary yoga and bootcamp classes along with cardio and strength training equipment.

Business and leisure travelers seeking a comfortable, design-forward stay in Austin. Given the vibrant scene at night in the lobby bar, families with children will be more comfortable at the Fairmont Austin nearby.