The Driskill - Destination Hotels & Resorts, Austin

604 Brazos, Austin, TX 78701
 
 
 
 
 
Average User Rating (113)
$387 avg. price
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Hotel Description:
The celebrated Driskill Hotel, located in downtown Austin in the heart of the business, entertainment, and historic districts, offers historic accommodations with the modern luxuries of today. The hotel is about four... More »
The celebrated Driskill Hotel, located in downtown Austin in the heart of the business, entertainment, and historic districts, offers historic accommodations with the modern luxuries of today. The hotel is about four blocks from the State Capitol building. The Austin Bergstrom Airport is approximately 11 miles away. Built in 1886 as the showplace of a cattle baron, the Driskills Romanesque architecture and extravagant Texan decor provide a grandiose escape for any getaway or special occasion. The Driskill also offers a 24-hour business center and fitness studio, along with round-the-clock concierge service. One can relax in the steam room or enjoy a refreshing massage. Our talented culinary teams provide guests with award-winning contemporary American cuisine and a world-class wine selection in the Driskill Grill, as well as more casual fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the 1886 Cafe & Bakery. Both restaurants offer full bars. With over 14,000 square feet of meeting space, the Driskill also provides professional and catering services for meetings, weddings, and private events. 24-hour room service is available. Valet parking is available:$26.00 plus taxes per 24 hour period for standard vehicles; $5 surcharge for larger vehicles. The Driskill Hotel only offers valet parking at the hotel.For guests many needs, the hotel offers ample meeting space, a business center, concierge service, shoeshine, 24-hour laundry and dry-cleaning valet, and currency exchange. Standard amenities include an alarm clock, bath amenities, bathrobes, high-speed Internet access, a minibar, telephone, television with HBO, turndown service, twice daily maid service, and WebTV.
Amenities: Air Conditioning (In Room), Newspaper (Free), Iron, Telephone, Television (Cable/Satellite), Non-Smoking Rooms, Television, DVD/VCR, Daily Maid Service, In Room Broadband Internet Access... More »
Amenities: Air Conditioning (In Room), Newspaper (Free), Iron, Telephone, Television (Cable/Satellite), Non-Smoking Rooms, Television, DVD/VCR, Daily Maid Service, In Room Broadband Internet Access, Fireplace, Safe (In Room), Whirlpool, Telephone (Voicemail), Balcony/Terrace, Mini-Bar
Hotel Details:
  • 188 Rooms / 12 Floors
  • Built in 1886
  • Babysitting or Child Care
  • Electronic Key
  • Pet Amenities
  • Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service
  • Multi-lingual Staff
  • Sprinkler in Rooms
  • Pets Allowed
  • Car Rental
  • Common Area High speed Access
  • Smoke Alarm in Rooms
  • Photocopy Service
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Computer Use Available
  • Administrative Services
  • Concierge Services
  • Common/Public Areas Accessible to Wheelchairs
  • Surveillance Cameras On Site
  • Business Center
  • Pet Fee Ind
  • A-V Equipment Rental
  • Crib/Rollaway Bed
  • Fax (For Guests)
  • Complementary Coffee
  • Common Area Wireless Access
  • ATM/Bank
  • Concierge/ Club Floor
  • Room Service
  • Restaurant in Hotel
  • Health Spa/Massage
 
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63 reviews for The Driskill - Destination Hotels & Resorts, Austin
Great stay.
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 03/24/08
Great beds. Great service. Didn't get the stay long but while I was there it was a pleasant experience. Recommended. Great for relaxing after hectic business trips.
 
 
 
 
 
0 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Historic and nice
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 12/08/07
I am frequent guest at Driskill. The service is very good and the elegant dining room is superb. Zagat talks about some rooms being the size of Texas while others are more like Rhode Island. That is very true description. The rooms are generally nice but quite small.
 
 
 
 
 
0 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Old World meets New Age
By A Yahoo! User, 09/08/07
Never spent the night but practically lived there for lunches over a 2 year period during which I lived in Austin (2004-2006). Delicious, affordable food and one of the classiest hotels in the USA ... the Old West meets European charm by way of East Coast sophistication - A functioning work of art!
 
 
 
 
 
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Girls weekend out
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 04/22/07
2 of my friends and I went down to Austin for a girls night out. We stayed at the Driskill in the newer tower on the 12th floor. The room was great and the price wasn't bad for the luxury and eminities of the hotel. We didn't have one of the historic rooms on the first 3 floors but really liked out room. The hotel is perfectly located and they have a terrific bakery/cafe for breakfast or lunch. It's actually open very late as well. The piano lounge was wonderful and if you want really fancy dinning you have the option of their restaurant on the premise. When you walk in the hotel is instantly beautiful! The front desk staff we excellent too. We just loved it and will stay again. We were also able to walk around the fun parts of 6th street right from the hotel. Great place!!!!
 
 
 
 
 
2 of 2 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
not worth it
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 01/31/07
Great location and decent rooms but the service was horrible. We had multiple problems that took repeated attempts to be rectified and they didn't even apologize. They were very unprofessional. If I hadn't had paid a reduced rate I would've rated the value a 1. I don't recommend the hotel. THere are other hotels in the area.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 3 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Too much money $$$$$
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 08/23/06
The food was average at best including the Driskill Grill. They actually had a salad that was ring molded!! The Quail I had was raw and my fish entree was way overcooked. Is this the best that Austin has? I might as well have gone to a little greasy spoon down the street. At least they might have had a cleaner bathroom! At the bar, we met their chef, oh how arrogant he is. We told him how disappointed we were with the meal, and he offered no apology, but actually questioned my knowledge of food. From someone who has lived and dined in many NY hotspots, I do not care for some overpaid chef to tell me how qauil is best medium-rare. He made me want to throw-up!!! I will not be back.
 
 
 
 
 
0 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Night not forgotten
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 08/07/06
I hasd the pleasure of staying the night there on a weekend. It had a chin droping lobby with the most beautiful ceilling and decorations warming yet luxurius. The beds were heavinly comfortable best rest ever away from home. Thanks Driskill Hotel.
 
 
 
 
 
WOW!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 07/19/06
Nice piece of Texas history. The bar and reastaruant are fantastic. Great place to stay for the weekend with significant other. Walk to sixth street bars as well.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
Hit or Miss
By LTG, 06/26/06
I've stayed there 3 times over a 3-month period in 2006. Two times were in the old side of the building, which is, well, older than the newer side. The last time I stayed there pretty much solidified my not wanting to go back. My room had no shampoo or soap, something I didn't notice until I was already in the shower. When I unexpectedly had to extend my stay in Austin one night, they were fully booked, so I had to move to another hotel. They forgot to give me a newspaper in the morning, which should've arrived with the breakfast I ordered. The room service breakfast was great, as it should be, since I paid additional for it. The only things I continue to like about the hotel are its location and the free Internet (both wireless and ethernet) service. They have a lousy bar, IMHO.
 
 
 
 
 
0 of 4 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
A pleasant staff and great hotel
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 06/12/06
The hotel has evething you want, but if you just want to get out, its walking distance to other establishments for entertainment and great food. Service is exceptional, and history is all around you.
 
 
 
 
 
1 of 1 Yahoo! Users found this review helpful
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