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Austin TRAVEL GUIDE AND DEALS

The music starts at the airport, but that’s not all this hip, funky capital city in the middle of Texas has to offer. Consistently ranked one of the most livable cities in the U.S., Austin embraces film, culture, and its anything-but-flat outdoor terrain equally.

Why Go

 The Lone Star State's shining star seduces with a funky music scene, quirky locals, mouth-watering Tex-Mex cuisine, and an eclectic culture.

Austin Travel Deals

Austin Hotels

= Smart Splurge = Great Value

Austin Motel
This South Congress stalwart is a favorite hangout during March’s South by Southwest. Simple rooms are decorated in... budget | history

Super 8 Austin Downtown
Check your expectations at the door—it’s a Super 8, after all—but it is the most wallet-friendly way to stay... family

Hotel San Jose
Hip residents and out-of-towners love this former motor court-turned-urban boutique hotel with its private bungalows,... boutique | trendy | great value

Four Seasons Hotel Austin
In Fall 2007, post-major renovations, the Four Seasons unveiled a new fitness center, spa and restaurant featuring chi-chi... new | pool | expensive | celebrity hangout

The Driskill
Austin’s legendary hotel dates to 1886. Enjoy thoughtful service (milk and cookies at 10pm nightly), the five-star... smart splurge | history | expensive | editor pick

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa
Located 20 miles from downtown Austin in Bastrop, this Hill Country property is a top choice for families with its golf... family | new | great value | editor pick

Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin
A favorite of business travelers and tourists, the wraparound upper bar is reason enough to stay here; the view of the State... family | history

Austin Motel
This South Congress stalwart is a favorite hangout during March’s South by Southwest. Simple rooms are decorated in... trendy | history

Super 8 Austin Downtown
Check your expectations at the door—it’s a Super 8, after all—but it is the most wallet-friendly way to stay... family

Austin Motel
This South Congress stalwart is a favorite hangout during March’s South by Southwest. Simple rooms are decorated in... budget | history

Hotel San Jose
Hip residents and out-of-towners love this former motor court-turned-urban boutique hotel with its private bungalows,... moderate | boutique | great value

Four Seasons Hotel Austin
In Fall 2007, post-major renovations, the Four Seasons unveiled a new fitness center, spa and restaurant featuring chi-chi... new | pool | expensive | celebrity hangout

The Driskill
Austin’s legendary hotel dates to 1886. Enjoy thoughtful service (milk and cookies at 10pm nightly), the five-star... smart splurge | history | expensive | editor pick

Hotel San Jose
Hip residents and out-of-towners love this former motor court-turned-urban boutique hotel with its private bungalows,... boutique | trendy | great value

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa
Located 20 miles from downtown Austin in Bastrop, this Hill Country property is a top choice for families with its golf... family | new | great value | editor pick

Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin
A favorite of business travelers and tourists, the wraparound upper bar is reason enough to stay here; the view of the State... family | history

Austin Restaurants

= Smart Splurge = Great Value

Aquarelle Restaurant Francais
Skip the Menu Rapidé and settle in for the three-hour classic-French Menu Gourmand; caramelized scallops with roasted... romantic | smart splurge | multiple courses

Uchi
Executive chef Tyson Cole elevates sushi to an art form at this South Austin culinary gem. Daily and permanent menus are... smart splurge | notable chef | editor pick

Central Market
Satisfy your appetite at the foodiest grocery store in town. The original north Austin location has a playscape, covered... family | live music

Doc's MotorWorks Bar and Grill
Set on the site of a former gas station (hence the name), Doc’s is the perfect hangout for beer (31 on tap), burgers,... family | great value | patio

Flip Happy Crepes
Paris meets South Austin with crepes served out of a classic Airstream trailer. Savory (tarragon mushrooms, Gruyère,... new | can’t miss | funky

Stubb's Bar-B-Que
Come for barbeque (think juicy, slow-smoked brisket), cold beer and live music. Try Sunday’s Gospel Brunch, or combine... family | great value | live music | editor pick

Aquarelle Restaurant Francais
Skip the Menu Rapidé and settle in for the three-hour classic-French Menu Gourmand; caramelized scallops with roasted... romantic | smart splurge | multiple courses

Uchi
Executive chef Tyson Cole elevates sushi to an art form at this South Austin culinary gem. Daily and permanent menus are... smart splurge | notable chef | editor pick

Central Market
Satisfy your appetite at the foodiest grocery store in town. The original north Austin location has a playscape, covered... family | live music

Doc's MotorWorks Bar and Grill
Set on the site of a former gas station (hence the name), Doc’s is the perfect hangout for beer (31 on tap), burgers,... family | great value | patio

Flip Happy Crepes
Paris meets South Austin with crepes served out of a classic Airstream trailer. Savory (tarragon mushrooms, Gruyère,... new | can’t miss | funky

Stubb's Bar-B-Que
Come for barbeque (think juicy, slow-smoked brisket), cold beer and live music. Try Sunday’s Gospel Brunch, or combine... family | great value | live music | editor pick

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