Austin is not a great hotel, motel, holiday inn kind of place and I try to steer clear of most big box/city chaos places. By recommendation, I found KM. The tone and feel speaks to my hedonistic tendencies and could not have better service or surrounds. I'll keep it simple: pure indulgence. read more

Dream spot. Located up the hill behind the Continental Club.Secret location in the middle of everything. The idea of 7 room hotel is beyond quaint, KM is thoroughly well thought out. The host Kimber is incredibly welcoming and might appear. Beds are great. The rooms are insulated for sound. That means you can't really hear outside sounds at all. Isn't that what a hotel is really for. Unpretentious but if the museum of modern art had a little getaway this would be it. It is a state of Zen with a smile. Everybody now MMMMMMMMMM. Cool. Like a variation of that slogan for Campbell's Soup. read more

Nestled into a hill behind the legendary Continental Club, The Kimber sculpts modern architecture into the natural landscape, built around two oak trees. It's sort of unfair how perfect it is that they're in this particular part of South Austin, so close to so many classic spots and just far enough from the insanity of downtown. While I've visited friends staying at the Kimber several times over the years, I just stayed at it myself for the first time. I had known the space and location were obvious winners, but I hadn't realized until now was how those were only two ingredients in the recipe. The service was unendingly great-- from the very warm and personal welcome at check-in to the constant but very discrete daily cleaning and tidying, to the gorgeous food and drink being put out all day. The worst part was leaving the place. Next time I go, I'd like to camp out there and let the rest of the world fall away. read more

What a fantastic B&B! This place is just like Austin - hip, friendly, beautiful and like no other." They have through through every detail from the design, to having filtered water that is more environmentally friendly, FANTASTIC coffee available 24/7 (that even makes latte's and cappuccinos), to keyless rooms that operate from a code that you select. This is really a special place. I staid in the one Suite which isn't huge but has the advantage of being in the back of the property and right off of the deck. It has a kitchen table, a living area, separate bedroom and beautiful bathroom. For the small extra money that it costs, I would recommend it. The only downsides I've seen about the property are: 1. All rooms are off of a beautiful courtyard but that means that you hear people hanging out there late at night and, 2. I talked with someone in a room facing the street and he said that he had trouble sleeping due to music from a local club (this is probably only an issue on weekends). I highly recommend this place and WILL be back! read more

When my wife and I walked up the steps and entered the Kimber Modern courtyard, we were instantly met with an incredibly peaceful vibe. The multi-level modern architecture and triangular layout of the six rooms seemed to organically grow directly out of the lovely Live Oak trees that cover the property. It was obvious from this first impression that this was a place where details mattered. Everything at that moment, and throughout our stay, just felt considered. We entered our room, the Blue Room, and were equally impressed. Crisp, clean, perfect bed. Large, luxurious shower with large bottles of organic shampoos and soaps. We were only staying a night, but could have easily spent the week. We unpacked and relaxed. Took a walk and grabbed some antipasto from an Italian restaurant/deli and brought it back to the room to enjoy with a glass of wine. We hung out in the common area around sunset. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer a great view of the property and it was very relaxing to watch the light slowly fade to dusk as we lounged in the comfy modern chairs. It made us think how fun it would be to get a bunch of out-of-town friends to stay there too. With only six rooms, it would be a great place to 'take over' for a weekend. That night we walked what seemed to be about 10 feet to a nearby restaurant and had a lovely dinner. Who knew you could feel so secluded and away from it all, within a block of Austin's most popular strip of restaurants and stores? Later, back in our room, we cracked open the large windows and fell asleep to the sweet sound of a singer songwriter across the way. In the morning, we planned on walking for coffee and breakfast but thought we would check the common area before we left. A woman that works the place encouraged us to try the complimentary espresso machine they have there. It is such a good latte, "Just hit the button," she kept saying. We did hit the button, and wow, she was right. So there we were, in the common area again. Enjoying incredible lattes and mini fresh quiches. This time watching the sun return to the courtyard. Observing the world from our treetop view. We could definitely get used to this. read more

My husband and I just spent four nights in the Yellow room. It was a huge splurge, but we decided to go for it based on the many glowing reviews. We're so glad we did. Here's why: First, the location can't be beat. It is just behind all the action of SOCO, making it easy for us to run back to the room whenever we wanted to drop off a bag or jacket, change shoes, freshen up, have a snack, whatever. Second, every detail has been thought through. Of course this includes the high-style architecture, but I refer more to the many touches that anticipate visitor's needs: Snacks and beverages are always available (and you're not nickled and dimed to death like at many other high-end places, which defeats the purpose of paying a premium in the first place!); the breakfast is full of heathy, filling items that include various breads, stoneground peanut butter and other lovely toppings, fresh granola, yogurt, hard boiled eggs, lovely fresh fruit salad, and more; the gorgeous and peaceful deck is kept impeccably groomed (as is the rest of the place); the rooms are sparkling clean with your personal items respectfully arranged for your return; and yes, it is great not to have to fumble for a card key every time you want to get into your room. Third, but in no way least, the management and staff at the Kimber Modern just get it. Cassie and the rest of the folks are gracious, down-to-earth, and keenly focused on the visitor experience. We felt as if we were staying with a cultured, caring friend. Thanks to all at KM for making our visit to Austin so comfortable and memorable. read more

I LOVE this awesome contemporary hotel. I've never been to a better boutique hotel and I do a LOT of traveling. It's a beautiful layout and once you pay for the room, almost everything is complimentary. They have free happy hour with a few bottles of wine in their common area, free wifi, free breakfast, free amazing espressos/lattes/coffee, snacks available throughout the day and they even left chocolates in my room the first time I stayed. It's right off of S. Congress and you can walk about 20 steps to a bar, restaurant, ice cream shop or boutique. It's in the perfect spot, slightly tucked away but minutes from downtown and a 5 minute walk from lots of different shops and restaurants. The location is perfect. The layout is beautifully contemporary, like something out of a magazine. There are only 5-6 rooms available in the whole hotel so it's very private and the staff is very accomodating. The second time I booked, it literally took me 30 seconds. They already had everything on file and gave me the same code to the keyless entry so I basically had to call and let them know I was coming back and they just asked some verification questions and I was set. So easy and convenient. The patio is very inviting and relaxing. It really is becoming my second home. It's such a hidden gem I almost don't want anyone else to know about it! read more

This hotel was AMAZING! Little touches like the happy hour and the relaxation pool and the lounge. I can't rave enough about Cassie and Carrie. The experience was an amazing one and we plan to return next year. It is the best B&B in the US . Simply amazing. read more

Kimber Modern was an absolute pleasure and the Architecture and Design was amazing. The lounge and rooms were fabulous as well as the staff. You can appreciate and feel the ideas and the direction through this project to make this the best experience ever. Love in design... Derek read more

One of the best hotel experiences I've had in Austin! Very clean, private...but in the middle of a lot of ATX action. Nik the manager is great and thorough. Loved being able to park and experience SOCO and all of the wonderful shops and restaurants! read more

My fiance and i absolutely enjoyed our 3 days at Kimber Modern What a cute place! Its modern, green, relaxing and comfortable Sara was extremely helpful and friendly and we made friends with everyone stayed there Situated in Soco, there were lots of restaurants/ bars and unique stores close by My advice: don't stay at any of the chain hotels, come discover Kimber Modern and you'll fall in love as we had read more

This place is amazing. The location is fantastic. It's just off South Congress, with all the great restaurants, live music, and everything else going on there, yet still manages to be quiet and secluded. The White Suite (where we stayed) was amazing down to every last detail. Gorgeous room, amazing bathroom, etc. Even the little things are great; practically every light was on a dimmer switch, including the bedside reading ones. Then there's all the little extras. The courtyard is gorgeous and a great place to lounge around, as is the communal kitchen/sitting area. There was a complimentary happy hour with micro-brews, a cheese plate, dried apricots, etc. It's definitely pricier than a lot of other places, but for a special event (or just a bit of an indulgence), this place is wonderful. read more

My man and I live in Austin but we rented the suite as a close-to-home getaway. It was fantastic. It felt secluded and private yet just a short walk from South Congress! It was spacious and clean and the design was impeccable. Sarah the manager was super friendly and very knowledgeable about local happenings. Above all I was impressed with how classy Kimber Modern is without crossing the line and being snooty. I felt very comfortable there. read more

My favorite way to describe the Kimber Modern is as a "treehouse for adults". Everything about this place is fantastic. The ample but stylized outdoor space, the cozy but sleek bedrooms, the awesome kitchen (always stocked with goodies, and the coffee machine I fell in love with)! And lets not forget the staff - gracious, fun, and helpful. I intend to return with even more friends - ideally, we'll be renting the entire place! read more

I'm sure there are boutique hotels out there that might be even more astounding than Kimber Modern--but not in Austin (as a resident, I'm pretty confident about this statement). This is as great as it comes, and it really is superior. I got an inside look at Kimber Modern when a dear friend booked her stay here this past week, and it's nothing short of a first-class oasis. Tucked away behind South Congress and the likes of Continental Club, it successfully offers the finest in quiet, graceful, unpretentious (and modern) luxury within a stone's throw from one of the city's most boisterous and fun districts. The attention to detail is well above and beyond the norm. As one might expect, the linens are exceptional and the bath products are pure luxury. But I was really smitten by other details--the hinges on the glass bathroom door of my friend's room; the window shades and door latches in the commons room; the courtyard's design which, while not huge, manages to build on the natural slope of the land to create beautifully landscaped exterior "rooms." I'd recommended Hotel San Jose to my friend when she was booking her trip, but kudos to her for finding Kimber. it's so exceptional that I won't hesitate to recommend it to any out-of-towners looking for a great place to stay. I think there are only six rooms/suites available at Kimber Modern, and I hope as word spreads they fill quickly and consistently. I'm thrilled it's here in Austin. read more

My girlfriend and I couldn't have been happier with our experience at the Kimber Modern - from the amazing courtesy and service we received Sara, the hotel manager, to the prime location on south congress, to the wonderful time we had talking with Kimber, to the layout and amenities of the hotel, every detail is well thought out...the silent central air in each room, the keyless entry, and the sustainable fresh local fare for the included breakfast, were particularly nice touches! We couldn't have been happier and are looking forward to staying there again when we are in Austin! Thanks so much Kimber and Sara! Best, Johnny Duda and Lindsay Gandy read more

The Kimber Modern is one gorgeous piece of architecture! Not surprisingly, the winner of the 2012 Texas Society of Architects Design Award. It really does have the feel of an adult tree house. LOVE the overall design and the way everything flows together so seamlessly. The feeling of luxury is enveloping. And of course, the location cannot be beat- you are only 1-block away from the sights and sounds of South Congress. We stayed in the White Suite, which was soothing (mostly white with aqua and midnight blue accents) and comfortably roomy. Highlight was the amazing soaking tub and walk-in shower complete with Malin+Goetz toiletries. The room has a nice sitting area with complimentary mini-bar and also a large outdoor patio with plenty of cushion-y furniture. I think a fire pit out there would be IDEAL. Sadly, it was a bit too chilly for us to enjoy during our December stay. Tip: DO NOT MISS THE FRANKE SELF-SERVE COFFEE DRINK MACHINE. Purrrfect cappuccino. I would love to have one of those babies in my house. I do have one complaint to throw in: there are 7 rooms, but only 5 parking spaces. We paid $400 a night for our suite so uncovered street parking didn't really sit well with us. I did speak with management and was told the city of Austin will not allot the Kimber any additional parking spots. First come/first serve can be a bummer. All-in-all, a property worth checking out when in Austin. For the money, the Kimber Modern definitely exceeds the San Jose in both style and substance. read more

This hotel is simply fantastic. I think the best hotel experience yet- and I am in the business- They do everything right, AMAZING staff, beautiful grounds, luxury sheets and towels and so many wonderful amenities to feel like you are always being taken care of. We arrived really late and so received a text to help ourselves to the complimentary snacks and drinks in the common area. This was as good as it gets when you arrive at a hotel late- worn out and hungry. We had a glass of wine and some pistachios and felt immediately in love with the hotel. In the morning we met the manager, Carrie, She was warm, friendly and helpful. She went above and beyond for us! It just got better and better! We loved it! It feels like home, but better! read more

My wife and I had a great quick 1 night getaway and loved our experience here. We don't like typical bed and breakfast experiences where the owners and other guests are constantly present. When I get away, I want to be with my wife, not other people. Our experience at Kimber Modern was exactly what we were looking for. The only time we saw another person was when we were first entering the manager was randomly leaving and welcomed us. Everything we needed was always there for us and there was no reason to speak to anyone who worked there, even at check-in/checkout (all keyless and prearranged- Loved It!). Great room, breakfast and perfect location in SoCo. What more could you ask for? We will definitely be back! read more

What a great hidden treasure! We were looking for a last minute hotel and like to stay away from big name places, always looking for local boutique hotels, when this one popped up. We booked & received a call about thirty minutes later with instructions on our home for the night. The hotel is small and quaint. It is in impeccable shape. The rooms are just the right size and in pristine condition. There is a 24/7 coffee, tea, and water bar in the common area. This will be our go to hotel for Austin trips without kids! read more

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Really pleasant spot with entertaining restaurants and shops within such close walking distance. The decor is clean, peaceful, with a little modern pop. Great beds, large showers, great community area in/outdoors. Was a MAJOR plus to find a Tesla wall charger too!! I was stoked after a three hour drive turn led 4.5, I barely had any juice left, having that was an incredible comfort. The mini kitchen/lounge was super cute. Having both sparkling and still water in the room for unlimited refills was commendable. The robes are KILLER soft so please do try them out even if you're not a robe person. Very welcoming and accommodating host/property manager - they made sure I was able to park in the Tesla spot which shows how they'll go the extra mile (oh god, in rereading this I see what I did there, corny pun alert, but it does get the point across). Loved this place and the location. Only reason it wasn't five stars for me was due to the street-facing wall being a bit thin which allowed you to hear people/traffic moderately easily. I would note that I was staying on the weekend so I imagine most people would be out late and I def was not (in bed before 11) but it was quiet after midnight. Love the spot, really do. Highly recommend! read more

Kimber Modern was exceptional. Design, comfort, location and people. Modern travel does not get better than this. read more

This is an amazing boutique hotel. All of the amenities of a five-star, modern hotel like a W Hotel or Andaz, but much more intimate and unique. Perfect location, but I may be biased by the ice cream shop down the street. When are you opening in San Francisco?! read more

I just happened across this sweet hotel on-line. I really loved the serene experience the treehouse courtyard brings. Their communication and attention to details made my stay seamless. The modern approach where the staff is behind the scenes and you don't even have to check is great too. The hotel was very quiet on the afternoon and evening I arrived. There is some construction near but it isn't too bothersome. South Congress and Austin are growing. I almost want to keep this charm a secret. read more

I loved my stay at the Kimber Modern and ti happens to be my sambu's dream hotel. We spent a lovely spring evening on the patio, blatantly abusing the happy hour. Made quite happy use of the espresso machines, as well. The rooms are very comfortable, and a relief to escape from the humid Austin heat. If I didn't love the San Jose so much, we would definitely stay here much more often. The location is great, but it's a special ocassion bed and breakfast for us, at the rates that they offer. read more

This place is stunning! We checked in to and were welcomed to a happy hour that was superb. The staff was warm and professional and ever part of the property has a modern/comforting feel. If I could 6 star this place I would! read more

Hotel is a beautiful tranquil zen like escape tucked just behind the action. Cassie who runs the place is awesome. This is one of my favorite hotels in the world a boutique experience unlike any other. read more

Just stayed at the Kimber Modern and it's fantastic. Probably only 5 or 6 rooms... mine was super nice and very modern hip. The courtyard is serene.... There's a very homey and cool common area that feels like a living room .... the whole place almost feels like a super cool modern home... anyway, the common room has snacks, and a cooler with drinks and comp beer and wine is a very nice touch. Can not wait to stay here again. read more

We live here in Austin but when we have free time and babysitting lined up we love to stay at the Kimber for a night of SoCo food and great time alone. The Kimber is the place we prefer over four seasons, W, or any other hotel. It's beautiful courtyard, comfy rooms and perfect location leads to the most relaxing restful time. The staff, if you meet them are also awesome! read more

Honestly just stop reading and book this hotel. this was such a personalized stay and felt like a complete getaway yet in the middle of everything. The rooms are amazing and the service is out of this world. You're a short walk from Congress and all the bars/shops/restaurants there plus not far from downtown. We will continuously only stay here every time we're in Austin. read more

This boutique hotel is the best kept secret in Austin and it's one block off of South Congress. It's sparkly clean both inside in the private areas and public areas. You will feel like you have escaped to a hidden oasis under the trees and lounging in all the comfy outdoor furniture under the thick shaded oak trees. The most magical hotel in austin. Period. read more

The Kimber is perfect. It is serene, beautifully designed, modern, lush, warm and comfortable. It is built around two trees and feels like a chic tree house. It is also really well situated and Kimber has mastered all of the details (e.g. great bath products, five types of salt on the breakfast bar, soothing music,etc). Love it. read more

My girlfriend, who lives in Austin, and I decided to try this place out. What a great experience! We walked in and immediately were in awe of this hidden gem. It's right behind S. Congress. It's walking distance to everything! It's so quiet and the rooms were so beautiful and relaxing. The bathrooms were AMAZING!! It's so quiet and peaceful. We made friends in the common area with someone from Houston. The common area was stocked with beer, wine and snacks for "happy hour" but they left them out all night. We snacked and talked and relaxed. It was just a wonderful, cozy getaway. I'll definitely be back and already told all my friends! We just loved it!! read more

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This place looks so serene and lovely! My husband and I booked a little weekend getaway here through Expedia for our wedding anniversary. We were so excited! Unfortunately, we were called but a mere week before our stay and were informed that they did not take Discover, the card on which we booked the reservation. We offered to pay upon arrival instead and were informed that was not their policy. The lady who called my husband was less than courteous and said she wasn't sure how this even happened...not a good explanation, in our opinion. No attempt was made by Kimber Modern to contact Expedia regarding our booking. The nature of their phone call was not gracious, and it made us feel like they didn't really want our business. It would definitely save future guests the headache if Kimber would fix their arrangements with Expedia to not allow bookings with Discover in the first place. The most disappointing part is the fact that we were only notified a week before our anniversary trip. We have had to make other arrangements on short notice, which was a real bummer. Wish we could have stayed here! read more

This was beyond wonderful and comfortable! From the keyless entry to the complimentary beer wine and snacks. Even in the morning there was fresh baked banana bread and bagels. I have never stayed at a hotel where they care this much about their guests!!! Definitely will be returning next time I'm in Austin. read more

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I didn't rate this place 5 stars because I am sure, that somewhere, in the galaxy, there is a place as nice as the Kimber that has a pool full of champagne and free foot massages. This place is pretty close to perfect, and I am going to call off that particular search for now. With that out of the way, here's the rundown. A girl for whom I had previously had a romantic interest called me up and announced that she was going to Austin, TX to visit with a friend who was on leave from the Army. I'm temporarily stuck in Dallas and Austin's just down the road, so, what the hell. My friend's a lovely girl, we can call her Crisse. But she's kinda bitchy. No, she's REALLY bitchy. I was dreading staying in the same room with her, because she complains about EVERYTHING. She pretty much thinks the world revolves around her, and anyone or anything that contradicts that notion gets an earful or worse. With this in mind, I elect to spend a couple extra dollars for someplace that seems nice. OK, Crisse flies in to Austin, and calls me up while I am driving in from Dallas. I know something's fishy when, mysteriously, she's not complaining. I ask a few gentle questions.... turns out, the room's okay, the bed is nice, the shower is spacious and clean. There's a balcony. It's on a cool street next to funky shops. The bathroom has TWO toilet paper dispensers. I can't believe my ears (the lack of complaining, not the toilet paper!) This might be an okay weekend after all. Crisse then tells me that she met Kimber, the proprietress, and that she's negotiated a deal for her own room, because blah blah blah. Wow. Things are really starting to look up, and when I arrive in Austin, I am in a pretty good mood. I might get some sleep after all. And the hotel doesn't disappoint! There are no room numbers- Crisse has the green room and I've got the yellow room. There are no keys to worry about, everything is clean and nice. "modern' is a good description- I take a quick stock of the room- big windows and opaque blinds- a plus! Comfy bed, a plus! Funky little breeze-doors (you'll see), a refrigerator, free wireless, a good size TV, nice art on the wall (what IS this obsession with the two rabbits? Is someone trying to tell me something?) The showers are indeed spacious and I hop on in to freshen up. Instead of those little awful shampoo bottles there are some big bottles of stuff. They all smelled interesting, but I'm a guy and I will happily wash my hair with toothpaste if that's what's available. The shower heads are gi-normous, the water pressure's good, the water is hot, I'm feeling great. Then the phone rings. It's Crisse. Here it comes. She's all riled up... "Dude! the robe in the bathroom! It's like being in a cloud! And the soaps, they are excellent! And I forgot my toothpaste and there's already some here! And even Q-tips. Dude! You don't understand, I ALWAYS forget the Q-Tips! Hurry up and get down here we need to go out." Anyway, this was the tone for the weekend. We hung out, I got sick from some Jalapeno Poppers, we drank, she smoked, we bought some tiny cowboy boots for my son, I posted countless bulletins on Facebook, and then it was Sunday. We spent the WHOLE weekend together without ANY complaining about the hotel. (I did get that earful pretty quickly, not about the hotel but definitely about EVERY restaurant, highlights will certainly show up in a future review)_ Long story (sorry) short, this hotel rocks. I should mention that in addition to the above, there's a common lounge with drinks and snacks (free!) and a computer (iMac, woot!) and some goofy chairs and a sofa. There's also a nice patio with soft furniture- had Crisse not gotten her own room I would no doubt be writing more about these. It was a fantastic weekend and I know that I NEVER have to worry about where to stay in Austin again. (Unless you know a place with free foot massages and a champagne pool) read more

Certainly one of the hip-est hotels in the world - not only in the Austin area. Just look at the pix. Nuff said. Kinda pricey for a person with my modest income (I don't blame the hotel, it's not their fault I have a champagne taste and a beer budget), but I still feel it deserves full 5 stars. Book in advance for slightly better prices. read more

My stay was as close as it gets to perfect. Photos of hotels are often very decieving-not true at the Kimber! It was more beautiful that I expected! The outdoor lobby/lounge was the perfect place to recharge after bopping around Congress. Others have complained about the noise from the Continental Club....we sat on the front lawn and enjoyed the free music! read more

Kimber Modern Hotel is what all hotels should be. The KMH is clean, comfortable and so relaxing that I felt like I was in my own home. In the morning they put on a wonderful continental breakfast and a self serve espresso/cappuccino/Latte machine. Later in the day wine, beer and other beverages are provided and accompanied by fruit, cheese, and other snacks. The hospitality here is above board and the staff are super friendly. read more

This place is alittle piece of heaven and should be kept a secret. I loved my three night stay here, with a friendly staff, gorgeous decor and relaxing patio. I will stay here every single time i'm visiting Austin. Great location too. read more