In town for Labor day and got the chance to enjoy first Thursday. This hotel is beautifully decorated, modern and the party spot. Valet only, welcome drink upon arrival. You can choose between an old fashioned or margarita. I also received complimentary water. Quick and easy check in process. Room was clean, 2 bars on site and a coffee bar with amazing options. They offer a reusable water bottle for guest, snacks/minibar in room for a fee and a restaurant on site. Live music and vendors for first Thursday at the rooftop bar. Open to guest and non guest. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Love the ad-ons for celebrations. About a 15 min walk to 6th street but there are a few restaurants nearby if you're not up for the walk. Enjoyed my stay! read more

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This hotel is a beauty Located right down by rainey street Its right around the corner They have a coffee house located inside and a restaurant on the 4th floor which has live music and a bar in the lobby They also give you tokens to have free margaritas or a old fashion The pool is on the 4th floor Great location clean rooms read more

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My wife and I went to Hotel Van Zandt after hearing that they were the new epicenter of First Thursday. We definitely enjoyed the energy and vibes. They had a DJ playing great music. There was a table for buying swag for First Thursday. There was a Photo Booth. They had great options for drinks at the bar. The staff were friendly and served drinks fairly quickly. We definitely plan to return again! read more

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Loved this convenient location for our stay while I was visiting my bestie who was working in Austin for the week. We loved the bar and breakfast bar. I'm kinda sad we didn't make it to the pool but we had a whole weekend planned! I can't stress how convenient this was to walk anywhere in downtown. Super clean rooms, spacious, comfy beds, we slept so much! The shower was nice and had nice products for our use. I would totally stay here again even though the valet was super pricey. I think that was the downside but the guys were all friendly and had my vehicle back to me quickly when I requested it. read more

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It could ACT like it's not Covid still!! Room service showed up in BOXES! I'd have never stayed here knowing this! Imagine trying to eat steak and eggs out of a box with plastic utensils!! A waste of money and time. And NO ROBES read more

Very disappointed in our room. We booked the Presidential Suite plus 3 other rooms for our extended family. The photos on the website and online show wonderful views from the Presidential Suite. But, upon getting to our Presidential Suite, we find that there are five presidential suites, and four of them have beautiful river views or downtown views, but our views are on the third floor overlooking a parking garage on one side and dead plants on the other side [see photos]. Feels like a classic bait and switch. Even when you go to the fitness facility where they run a loop of the hotel photo gallery, all the pictures of the presidential suites include beautiful views. And what was the hotel's response, "please accept our apologies". It is also worth mentioning that when we all checked in at the same time as a group of nine, we were responsible for getting luggage carts, loading our luggage, and taking our luggage to our rooms. We booked through the American Express hotel collection, assuming that they had vetted this property. Clearly that is not the case. This is a great location, but you would be better off staying at the Fairmont right around the corner. read more

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The atmosphere was amazing. The bartenders were great! Geraldine's was unforgettable! The steak was the best we have had. However, we were quoted $65 for one night of valet parking. They back-charged us $190. We called 3 times and were assured it would be refunded to our card, but 7 days later, it still has not. The room would not cool down. AC issues. The electric curtain system was broken, so we could not open the curtains. The coffee maker had a cracked tank, and the water leaked all over the countertop and soaked my phone and handbag. The toilet wouldn't flush half the time. The hotel itself is beautiful. The stay was not. read more

We had a great stay at the van zandt - it was a great option for us because we were staying with my dog - they provided a bed and bowls for her. The restaurant had live music at night and it was walkable to the trail and bars and restaurants! The front desk staff was helpful and the noise machine was a nice touch! The pool looked like it was very popular and fun (maybe not only hotel guest) and the pool bar menu rocked! read more

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Stayed for 3 nights. Hotel was quiet and clean. Had a nice coffee shop downstairs. Ate lunch at the pool, food and service was great read more

We had an absolutely amazing stay at the hotel. Everyone we came into contact with was so kind and helpful and went out of their way to make our stay amazing. Angela especially, was so so kind to my little fella as well as us. When we got there the first two days were rainy and cold so we didn't get to do much, so she sent us up some champagne and little charcuterie board for us to enjoy. The next night she sent up our little guy a bull plushie and some popcorn and candy for us to enjoy a little family movie night. She and the other members of the front desk always made sure to ask how our day was when we got back and wish us a great day when we would leave for the day. There was never a time when we were leaving that someone didn't hold the door for us and welcome us back on our return. Literally all of the staff was so pleasant to talk to and that alone makes us want to come back and visit Austin. read more

Austin-Although we did not stay here, we went to check out the restaurants, the bar, and the entire hotel. Definitely would return here if I needed a cozy type of hotel to stay at. The gal at the front desk was very knowledgeable and had a lot of good information for us. She even recommended a place for us to go and have an early lunch. Super friendly! read more

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Let's start with the good. Food and drinks are excellent especially Geraldine's. Service at restaurant was also amazing. Check-in was easy and they give you a free margarita. The bad. Biggest downfall is they allow public purchase access to the pool. So if you're with your family staying here, you won't get a seat at the pool unless you get here by 9 am to snag a chair. My first day sucked because all I wanted to do was relax and get a tan. All I could do was stand around towel in hand Wasted day. Their loss because I went back upstairs, changed, and went and spent my money on Rainey st rather than at the pool. Day two got a chair but the pool area is pretty dirty. Murky pool and food drippings all over the ground. Music at pool is great and so are the food and drinks. Room was very basic. Stains all over velvet seating and sink is backing up but I'm not wasting my time to wait for maintenance, I paid to relax so trying to ignore. Over stocked mini bar, no room for your personal food/bev. So I took it all out and put it on the counter. Rainey street is walkable and gorgeous, highly recommend going down there for a stroll and some fun. To sum up, I recommend they pull public pool Access, your pool area is too small for that extra buck. And if you see furniture in the room is stained, clean it or replace it. First impressions are super important read more

Hotel Van Zandt - Delicious food with beautiful presentation - Hotels Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I stayed here 3 nights recently for a work event and Hotel Van Zandt is a gorgeous boutique hotel! All the staff I interacted with was friendly and helpful especially for our work event. They were on point replenishing our beverage stations and anything we needed at all they were there to assist us. Breakfast and lunch at Geraldine's (on the 4th floor) was fantastic. The restaurant is beautiful and they have the best scrambled eggs ive ever had in my life. The only thing that really bugged me during my stay was not having a shower door or shower curtains in the bathroom. it's the style of course .....but water was getting everyone on the floor which was super annoying. Lastly, the location is great! Just a few steps away from the nightlife on Rainey Street! read more

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Bathroom!! The sliding door is ridiculous. Weighs a ton!!!!and has a small baby undersized "handle". It's not even a handle. Can't imagine an elderly guest trying yo close/open it. Half shower door so water soaks the tub towel. But it doesn't stop there. No cabinets or shelves in the shower area to set your toiletries or phone or whatever. The shower head is stationary- so don't be getting too dirty in Austin. The delivered iron worked on a small board despite a broken button. Great location surrounded by construction. So-- there are others close by. I did not compare rates so tough to know of the comparative value. Jus depends what you're looking for. But is has great vibe, great people, and a pretty good location. 2026 may be better. read more

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Very cool hotel! Entry way is lovely. Valet parking. Free mini margaritas. Rooms are good size and well maintained. Pool area is small and packed full of people. Can't be the near Rainey Street location. Walkable to 6th street and downtown. I believe they have bike rentals too. Dog friendly! read more

Such a great boutique hotel. Every decor detail was well thought out and was music themed. Friendly staff and nice accommodations. read more

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We were told we could bring outside food and cooler to pool. One day it was fine the next it wasn't. When we told "management" staff told us it was fine they looked at us and treated us so poorly. read more

What an amazing find! My husband and I decided to spend a few days in Austin and chose this hotel because of its prime location and the gorgeous bathtub! We were greeted with smiles upon check-in and immediately offered a free margarita or flavor-infused water. They then gave us tokens which would allow for a free drink during every day of our stay. Unbeknownst to us, we were given a corner room with sweeping views of the city (ok, construction sites...but someday it will be an awesome city view). The room opened to a nice entry way with a hall closet before the large room which included a bed, a small table and chairs and a sofa. There was plenty of room for the two of us. The bathroom provided a large shower area with amazing water pressure, a free-standing tub with views of the city, an individual cubby space with a toilet and a double-sink vanity. We were able to connect our apple music account to the TV and listen to music that way. I believe you were also able to connect to various streaming services if you wanted to watch TV/movies but we didn't feel the need to do that. The valet parking crew was amazing. We had a family member visit us one day and since she was only staying for a few hours, the valet member allowed her to park for free. We weren't expecting that but this hotel is all about giving service with a smile. You should be aware that there is major construction on almost every corner of Rainey Street. The hotel reached out to 72 hours before our arrival to warn us but we opted to keep the reservation as construction hours were 8a -4p. We were on vacation but didn't plan to sleep the day away so we figured it would be a good way to get us up and out of there in the mornings. As it turns out, the sound was minimal. Yes, you can tell that there is construction but none of it was excessively loud or disruptive. Do not let construction noise be the reason you decide to stay elsewhere. The only cons that I can think of for the room is lack of instruction on how to connect to wifi and no in-room dining menus or instructions on how to order. We are excited to return to the one of the nicest hotels in one of the friendliest cities we've visited in a long time. Thank you, Hotel Van Zandt, for making our trip so enjoyable! read more

I'll start with the good aspects of the hotel, since there are only a few. The mattress and pillows are comfortable. Also, the front desk staff were kind. On to the bad. The pool was not heated the entire weekend we stayed here. That was the main draw of this hotel. It's November and we would have enjoyed a pleasant swim. Needless to say, there was no "pool bar" either. I suppose nobody swimming in a cold pool means no need for a bar attendant. We paid extra for a corner room and were presented with a fifth floor view of buildings under construction. The room itself is adequate, but not impressive. There is no door on the shower, just a glass panel. Loud crappy music is blasting from the bar across the street all night long. At least they provided a white noise machine to drown it out. My takeaway is that I won't be returning to this hotel. My wife and I were extremely disappointed in the lack of amenities for the amount of money spent. Forgot to mention the $62 per night parking. Not worth it at all. It truly is a bummer as I was very excited to stay here for quite some time. read more

The Hotel Van Zandt has always been my stopping post during downtown walks and during SXSW. It's a great place the get some rest in the lobby and enjoy refreshments at the Cafe 605. The place has great atmosphere with its eccentric industrial appeal. For Memorial Day I decided to stay here for two nights with my wife to enjoy the entertainment at Rainey Street and at the hotel pool. I wanted to check-in early before 4:00 PM so I called the hotel directly and was able to upgrade to a suite. It was called the Frank Boulder Aux Suite. I recommend this room where you are located on the top floor with views of both the Lady Bird Lake and Rainey Street. The room also has a separate bedroom and living area with a big bathing the middle with a huge standalone tub. It was well worth it. Upon checkin we were provided two free drinks where I selected grapefruit sparking water and a local beer. Great hospitality has always been a focal point even when I attend a conference here years ago. The room had the usual offerings like snacks and a mini bar (refrigerator) for purchase, with special items like bath salts for the tub. The bed was very comfortable and the air controls worked very well. I reserved a cabana by the pool (will need to use ResortPass to reserve) which turned out very nice to have a dedicated place to sit and away from the sun, plus it ended up very crowded. The food and drinks were very good. It included some free cold water bottles. However the pool was a bit cold but took a while to get used to. The reservation was for the whole day. I used the parking valet where they had their own underground parking garage. Overall it was a fantastic stay. read more

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Giving 4 stars only because it's not what it could be and it's ALMOST there! Hotel Stay/Cabanas and pool Hotel Staff and service - 5/5 This was honestly the best part of our stay! They made our stay so easy and special for my husbands birthday! We were welcomed with a complementary beverage of our choice (beer), and they were very helpful when our booking wasn't confirmed is email. Value- they had a great summer special for locals so this was perfect for our staycation. Hotel Room- (this is whet it goes down a star for me) the room itself was good but we got a "pool view" on the top floor and the view was lacking. We had to look straight down to see the pool and all we really saw was the dirt lot next door with cranes. I imagine once it's done all you'll really see is other high rises and a partial view of the lake. Would recommend they change the " view" description to be more transparent especially if charging a premium rate. Cabana and Pool- We rented 2 cabanas for my husband's birthday. It was a bit wonky that you had to book it through a different service so it wasn't very convenient having to be transferred around for service questions. All in all it was fun and very closely monitored for wristbands so that added security was very helpful and loved that it wasn't crowded. Grant it- 30 of those spaces were reserved for us. Great service at the cabanas. Pricey but we expected that. Two minuses for me at the pool- 1- they didn't have Michelob ultra or Dos Equis which is a very typical drink for by the pool. (Was pretty disappointed) 2- There was a lot of construction noise going on while we were at the pool and was not very relaxing Of read more

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At first, this hotel appears to be a 5 Star hotel and really radiates the feeling of luxury. The entrance and lobby area are beautiful, the location is great and the hotel is incredibly dog friendly ... I loved seeing all the dogs each day. The hotel offers a 5-6pm social hour held in the lobby with free margaritas, wine and beer which is a fun touch and a great way to meet other visitors. Another plus for this hotel is the cute cafe and nice restaurant that they have inside. Our room was very nice and had a pool view, but seemed to have all sorts of noises night and day. Whether it be the constant sound of water running or loud music... you're never getting a nice quiet space. Additionally, things seemed to be broken too frequently (handle/flusher of the toilet, ironing board, etc). For the higher price, I didn't expect so many nuances. Other things I didn't love about the hotel were: 1) Additional $59/night for parking is a bit outrageous (we chose to park in a nearby parking garage) 2) We waited for the cleaning person to make up our room and by 5pm it still hadn't been done. At that point, we just gave up on them doing it. 3) They didn't have enough carts during check in times and offer no help for unloading (even if you're willing to pay for the service) 4) Our friends who did valet had to wait 1hr 20min to get their car ... unacceptable. All in all, the location is great but I think there are other hotels that may be a better option for my next trip. read more

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I have always enjoyed the uniqueness of each IHG hotel that I have visited and this one didn't disappoint. Everything about this boutique hotel feels warm, welcoming and comfortable. They definitely go out of their way to make such a large hotel feel a lot like home. I love the fact that they embrace the music scene, from the live music down to the custom light fixtures, this place has a great vibe. The coffee shop off of the lobby has a lot to offer, as does the restaurant and bar located on the 4th floor. Unfortunately, the one evening I wanted a drink by the pool, they closed for a private event. One thing I noticed along the pool deck were the igloos they set up, each one equipped with comfortable seating, blankets, games and music. Although, I didn't take advantage, I could imagine a family fun night. The staff are phenomenal and the complimentary happy hour in the lobby is a great way to start off the evening and meet new friends. I thoroughly enjoyed drinks by the fireplace while listening to the great selection of music. This hotel is ideally located within walking distance or a very short uber ride of more than enough amenities and with Rainey Street being right around the corner, I highly doubt you will be bored. Everything about this hotel is great, we will return to Austin, and this is where we will stay. Cheers! read more

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We stayed 4 nights in July and were so happy with our hotel choice at Hotel Van Zandt. This was a great location to explore Austin for the first time. The location is convenient to downtown, Rainey Street, SoCo and the lake. The hotel is elegant and spacious. The front desk staff was very friendly, gracious (offering water to us multiple times) and very accommodating. They have beach cruiser type bikes that you can borrow to explore the city at your leisure. The room was modern, clean and spacious. I loved the bath products they offered, great spa-like scents. The bed was comfortable, spacious and comfy. The room had great amenities including umbrellas and a yoga mat. You can request in-room coffee also. Pool area had a good vibe and was mostly crowded when the sun was out, but we were able to get seats together when we visited. Great service and food options at the pool. The bar had live music, which we enjoyed on multiple occasions. Great artists featured. I would love to visit again!! read more

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Very disappointing stay. Checked in at the front desk with a lady who was not welcoming at all and who should not be in the hospitality business at a hotel charging this munch per night. She assigned us to room 720, which directly above a club and we heard the dj spinning all night long. Make sure not to get a room on that side, however, they are thoughtful in providing ear plugs... Also seems they forgot to add a shower door. Perhaps that's their vibe but no shower doors in the shower Was very disappointed as we were willing to spend this amount of money on a nice hotel. Literally 2 stars at best. read more

Had a very nice stay here and really liked that when I checked in I was greeted with a glass of wine and a very friendly and sweet australian shepard. The wine was complimentary at checkin and the pup belonged to a guest ... I'm sorry to the guest when I kept following their dog around ... Room and bathroom were clean and good water pressure. It was quiet and wifi signal was strong enough for my zoom needs. We had lunch at the cabana, drinks at Geraldines, coffee from the cafe and even rented out one of the conference rooms. Everything went pretty smoothly and service was top notch. Will definitely stay here again and will probably look into other locations now that I know they are so dog friendly! read more

Came on a Friday. They do live music and change bands sometimes. Chill atmosphere. The drinks are overpriced (by drink I mean the mocktails cost the same as alcoholic beverages) If you're looking to check out the rooftop pool, go during the day and book Resort Pass read more

Hotel Van Zandt - Hotels Near Me - Austin, Texas

Hotel is a Kimpton, a bit past its prime, but still easy on the eyes. It's got a darker, sultrier vibe going on than your hampton inn, and that will carry into your room where despite being decked out with 5 lamps, you will still feel lost in the shadows due to the lack of overhead lighting. Seriously, ladies, consider bringing a ring light to use for makeup application- the lights in the bathroom don't cut it. Walk in shower was great, hot water and good pressure all the way to the roof! I stayed on the 15th floor on the Rainey St side (pictured) and had a gorgeous view. Especially of the construction of what I'm told is going to be the new "largest building in Texas". And fun fact... they work overnight. The hotel has a pack of earplugs in every room, and white noise machines available on request. But I was definitely shocked when that construction did not end. Good thing the beds are comfy and there are ample pillows to hide under. PS there's also live music some nights from the street that sounds like the construction crew being murdered, so good buffet of noise in case the construction crew does take a small break. Great happy hour every night from 5-6, coffee shop serving espresso drinks on prem, restaurant, beautiful looking pool/deck area tho you can't bring any outside food/bevy's in. Hotel service staff were incredible, and catered food for event was excellent. Basically, the construction is killing them right now. They are also due for a facelift/upgrade to rooms/linens/decor. But overall, pleasant stay- if you have hearing aids you can turn off in room, you are in for a very peaceful trip! read more

Amazing brunch experience from the eggs Benny, to the jazz band, and mimosas! Very great bar and service was top notch! read more

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Why oh why does this hotel use a valet service who takes zero responsibility for damages to your car! I Stayed there new years and car was damaged upon picking up . Asked for camera footage that will clearly show I had zero damage to my car. They need to be held responsible for hiring a valet service with such a history of this exact problem over and over. Do not leave your car there and if u do better have video and pics of car before and after! https://yelp.to/d7UFR3leldb read more

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Drove in on 9/20 and was checking in only to be told our parking garage is full and if you want to park somewhere off property and could really not have cared less. Parking in downtown Austin? Come on. That's why you have to pay the hotel $50 for parking. Needless to say, I was displeased. We got a room at the Fairmont and Van Zandt refused to allow Hotwire to grant a full refund. Will never stay at VZ. read more

LOVE THIS HOTEL!!!!!! They have rebranded and the service is top notch! Margarita at check in I mean do I need to say more??? The front desk manager Francisco is AMAZING and always so helpful and communicative. This is my go to in Austin for sure!! The ENTIRE staff is so so attentive and responsive! The rooms are clean and comfortable and the suites are spacious!!!! Again love this place!!!! Run don't walk to get here. read more

Be carful with valet, it's $60.00 a night... besides that the pool is pretty small, just a nice chill out spot with tents and stuff. Need a bracelet and it's across the Resturant inwhich at night they have bands. And live music. Next door is a nightclub and a pizza place I would recommend called viva I think. Surrounding areas are young teenagers walking around. Clubs and bars, just a close distance. Hotel is pet friendly and has a coffee shop. Room was a decent size and beds are comfortable read more

Hotel Van Zandt - Hotels Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great location, perhaps if there was no construction on going and a huge building about to block the view. had previously planned to stay here but the pandemic Scratched those plans. So finally made it in appears the hotel was sold to a different owner. Lots of construction on the area including a very large building coming up soon. Our friends spent the night hearing the construction going on. The bar/kitchen closes early, there's no room service available but they said "you're welcome to order Uber Eats".... No thanks!! At rates that mirror those of the Fairmont and The Four Seasons, there's no reason to stay in this hotel. read more

The people at the front desk were nice, and the people at the bar were nice, however the experience was not good at all. We ordered garden nigiri, which was like vegan sushi, they didn't have forks, plates, soy sauce or ginger/wasabi. The drinks are $20 each but would not recommend. The hotel room was nice but the bathroom door would not shut because there was a loose screw lol. It was not worth the money at all, but the location is good. read more

We picked this hotel for the location and view. I had no idea that the Rainey street area had such an active nightlife. It was a surprise, fun area. The surrounding area is full of construction so that's somewhat unappealing. Our room was a King lake view. Comfortable and spacious. The wall had " old Austin" mural which was pretty cool Best part of Kimpton is the free wine social hour! The decor of the hotel embraces the towns musical roots. Service is top notch. read more

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This place is flawless- Easy access, location perfect $16 overnight parking Giant, comfortable, well appointed, quiet guest rooms Good pool deck Okay gym space Morning coffee bar, breakfast Sammy place is great read more

It's a cute hotel and the service is great. It did take us some time to check in but once we did, everything worked out well. We asked for connecting rooms but they weren't able to accommodate us but gladly placed us all on the same floor. The location is great and perfect for a night out for partying etc. We booked a room with two queens and a corner King suite. It was perfect for our group of 5 ladies. We had breakfast in their hotel restaurant which was fine. It's a nice place to stay when you're in town if you want to be close to bars and restaurants. read more

Beautiful, cool, classy vibe. Excellent customer service. Not cheap, but worth the money.

We came here for the pool through resort pass while some friends were visiting in town. We rented a cabana for 8 people. It was fully stocked with towels and water. Our waitress Noel was amazing and so sweet. Would 100% come again. Service was fast given the crowd and the pool was refreshing for such a hot day! But be warned if you are wanting to lay out you will need to come early! read more