At The Driskill, Austin history is not a backdrop—it is part of the stay. Built by cattle baron Jesse Driskill and open since 1886, the hotel brings together historic architecture, Texas character, storied gathering spaces and a front-row address at Brazos and 6th Street.
The Driskill is located at 604 Brazos Street, Austin, Texas, 78701. Our downtown address places guests at Brazos and 6th Street, close to Austin’s civic, cultural and entertainment landmarks while keeping the hotel’s own history at the center of the experience.
Yes. The Driskill stands in the heart of downtown Austin, giving guests a central address for exploring the city’s music, dining and cultural scene. From here, Austin’s historic, creative and civic energy feels close at hand.
The Driskill has been part of Austin since 1886, welcoming generations of political leaders, artists, entrepreneurs and celebrants. Its story includes Jesse Driskill, Governor Sul Ross’s inaugural ball, Lyndon B. Johnson’s first date with Lady Bird and a legacy of civic gatherings. Learn more about the history of The Driskill here.
Yes. Guests can take part in an in-person guided history tour, explore a self-guided art history tour and experience Bolos & Bourbon, a workshop centered on the bolo tie, its Texas roots and its place in Southwestern style. Each experience brings the hotel’s heritage into the present.
The Driskill’s downtown setting places guests near Austin landmarks such as the Texas State Capitol, Paramount Theatre, Lady Bird Lake, Congress Avenue Bridge and Austin Convention Center. The hotel’s 6th Street address makes it a natural starting point for discovering the city. Explore our Events & Attractions page to discover more things to see and do in Austin.
The Driskill offers rooms and suites with individual character, from Queen and King guestrooms to historic rooms, city-view rooms, balcony rooms, deluxe rooms and signature suites. Select accommodations include private balconies, separate living areas, sleeper sofas, soaking tubs, dressing rooms or two-bedroom layouts.
No. As an historic Austin hotel, The Driskill offers rooms and suites that vary in size, layout and architectural detail. Queen and King guestrooms are 250 square feet, while larger suites offer more residential-style space with living areas, balconies, dining areas or two-bedroom layouts. For more information on room sizes, visit our Accommodations page.
Select rooms and suites include private balconies, including the 1 King Bed with Balcony and several balcony suite categories such as the Brazos Balcony Suite, Governors Balcony Suite, Landmark Balcony Suite, Heritage Balcony Suite and Renaissance Balcony Suite. Balcony views and layouts vary by room type.
Many guestrooms include a flat-screen HDTV with Chromecast streaming, Stearns & Foster mattress, Egyptian cotton bedding and bath linens, bath amenities, coffee and tea setup, locally curated minibar, in-room safe, robes, slippers, blackout shades and a seating area. Amenities vary by room type. Visit our Accommodations page to find the room and amenities that best fit your need.
Yes. Guestrooms and suites include Wi-Fi or high-speed Internet access, and many accommodations include Chromecast or Google Chromecast with live streaming. The experience is designed to keep guests connected while preserving the sense of character that defines a stay at The Driskill.
Rooms include a Nespresso coffee maker or coffee and tea making facilities, along with a locally curated minibar. Some suites include a tea kettle on request. Guests who need a specific coffee, tea or minibar setup should confirm the details of their reserved room category before arrival.
Select suites include a minifridge, including the 1886 Suite, Lone Star Suite, LBJ Suite and Cattle Baron Two Bedroom Suite. Standard guestrooms include a locally curated minibar rather than a universal guest refrigerator, so travelers with refrigeration needs should confirm options before arrival.
Cribs are available upon request in most room categories, including standard and deluxe kings and all suites. Families traveling with an infant should request a crib before arrival so our team can confirm availability for the reserved room type.
Yes. The Cattle Baron Two-Bedroom Suite offers a separate living and dining room, a bedroom with two queen beds, an additional king bedroom, a pullout sofa and two bathrooms. Other suites may include separate living areas, sleeper sofas, balconies, or residential-style details.
Yes. Accessible room options include the 1 King Bed with Accessible Tub and 2 Queen Beds with Accessible Tub. These rooms include wider entryways, accessible furniture placement and bathrooms with mobility-friendly tubs, grab bars, handheld showerheads and lowered fixtures.
Yes. In-room dining is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM, featuring favorites from 1886 Café & Bakery. It offers a quieter way to enjoy Texas flavors and Driskill hospitality from the comfort of a guestroom or suite.
Yes. Valet parking is available at the Brazos Street entrance, which also serves as the primary guest drop-off area for vehicle arrivals and luggage unloading. The front drive is available for accessible assistance. Parking rates may change and should be confirmed before arrival. For more information, visit our Parking & Transportation page.
Yes. Guests have several nearby self-parking garages within walking distance, including one across the street and another one block away. Street parking may be available through the ParkATX app where permitted. Our team can help guests plan the best option for arrival.
Yes. Electric vehicle charging is available as part of The Driskill’s parking amenities. Guests arriving with an electric vehicle should confirm availability, access details and any related parking arrangements with the hotel team before arrival.
Austin–Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is 11 miles from The Driskill. Guests can plan downtown Austin transportation by rideshare, taxi, private car or another local option based on arrival time, luggage needs and the day’s traffic conditions.
Yes. The Driskill’s location at Brazos and 6th Street places guests in the heart of downtown Austin. From this central address, guests can set out for nearby dining, entertainment, cultural landmarks and the city’s historic streets with the hotel as their anchor.
Dining at The Driskill includes 1886 Café & Bakery, The Victorian, The Driskill Bar, The Driskill Grill, and In-Room Dining. Guests can begin the day with pastries and Texas favorites, enjoy an American Steakhouse experience, gather for cocktails and pub fare in a two-level bar setting, or enjoy a private meal delivered to a room or suite. For more information, visit our Dining page.
1886 Café & Bakery is a Victorian-style café along 6th Street, inspired by the Heritage Society’s 1886 Lunchroom and the hotel’s citizen-owned era. The menu includes fresh home-baked pastries, huevos rancheros, a Texas-Shaped Waffle, 1886 Burger, sandwiches, salads and 1886 Chocolate Cake.
The Driskill Grill is a classic American steakhouse serving dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood and expertly crafted cocktails in one of the hotel’s most storied dining rooms. Guests can enjoy attentive service and a refined atmosphere that celebrates timeless Texas hospitality. For more information and private dining details, please visit our Driskill Grill page.
The Driskill Bar is an iconic Austin gathering place. A distinctive hexagonal bar creates an ambiance in the center of it all with rich Texas character. Guests can enjoy crafted cocktails, heritage whiskeys and small plates in a relaxed, historic setting.
The Victorian is a two-level bar where Old West saloon character meets English pub charm. Guests will find a grand mahogany bar, plush lounge seating, billiards and card tables on the mezzanine, live music, classic cocktails, heritage whiskeys, Texas craft brews and pub fare.
Yes. In-room dining is available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM and features favorites from 1886 Café & Bakery. It gives guests the option of a private meal in the comfort of a guestroom or suite after a day spent exploring downtown Austin.
Yes. The Driskill has a fitness center open daily, offering guests a place to keep their routine while staying in the heart of downtown Austin. Our team can help with current access details during the stay.
Yes. The Driskill offers more than 18,000 square feet of downtown Austin event space, with venues ranging from the Governor’s Boardroom to the Mezzanine. Event planning, audiovisual capabilities and an Austin Activity Concierge are available for meetings and celebrations. For more information and contact details, visit our Meetings page.
Yes. The Driskill hosts weddings in historic Austin spaces ranging from intimate parlors to grand mezzanine settings. Wedding specialists support celebrations from bachelorette parties and micro weddings to ballroom receptions and larger gatherings. Explore our different venue options on our Weddings page.
The Driskill Mezzanine is the largest event space, with 5,634 square feet / 523 square meters and capacity for up to 1,000 guests. Other venues include The Driskill Ballroom, The Citadel Room, The Maximilian Room, The Crystal Room, 1886 Café & Bakery, Jim Hogg Parlor, The Citadel Club, Austin Room and Governor’s Boardroom. Explore our event spaces on our Meetings page.
Yes. 1886 Café & Bakery can host private events with 1,275 square feet of space and capacity for up to 70 guests. Its Victorian-style setting, stained glass windows and connecting patio space make it suited to cocktail receptions, private dinners and intimate celebrations.
Yes. Free Internet access is available at The Driskill, and guestrooms and suites include Wi-Fi or high-speed Internet access. Premium Wi-Fi is also included among destination fee amenities, helping guests stay connected while enjoying the hotel’s historic setting.
Yes. Digital Check-In and Digital Key are available for eligible guests. These services offer a more seamless arrival while preserving access to the lobby team, concierge assistance and the personal hospitality that defines The Driskill experience.
Yes. In-Room Chromecast is available as a hotel amenity, and many rooms and suites include Chromecast streaming or Google Chromecast with live streaming. Streaming and television details vary by accommodation.
Yes. The Driskill offers mobile concierge service by text, allowing guests to ask questions or request items during the stay. A concierge agent is also available in the lobby for guests who prefer personal assistance.
Families can choose from larger suites with separate living areas, sleeper sofas or two-bedroom layouts, including the Cattle Baron Two Bedroom Suite. The downtown Austin setting also places guests near landmarks such as Lady Bird Lake, Congress Avenue Bridge and the Texas State Capitol.
Yes. The Driskill offers guestrooms and suites for leisure, wedding and event guests, along with more than 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Historic venues range from intimate boardroom settings to the Mezzanine for larger celebrations. Visit our Weddings page to find the space that best fits your celebration.
Select balcony rooms and suites include a sleeper sofa or pullout sofa, including the Brazos Balcony Suite, Pecan Suite, LBJ Suite and Cattle Baron Two Bedroom Suite. Guests who need a sofa bed should reserve a room type that includes this feature and confirm the sleeping arrangements before arrival. Visit our Accommodations page to find the room that best fits your needs.
Yes. The Driskill welcomes dogs through the Pampered Pet Program. Pet amenities include a plush dog bed and food dishes, bringing a touch of Texas hospitality to four-legged companions. Guests should let the hotel know before arrival when traveling with one or more pets. For more information, visit our Hotel Policies page.
The pet policy includes a one-time, non-refundable $100 stay fee. Dogs must weigh 50 pounds or less individually, or two dogs must weigh no more than 75 pounds combined. The maximum number of pets is two.
No. Guests with disabilities traveling with service animals are welcome, and service animals are not considered pets or subject to the pet policy. Guests may contact The Driskill before arrival with any accessibility or service-animal questions.
Accessible public areas include the concierge desk, restaurants, public restrooms, fitness center or exercise facilities, registration desk and public entrance. Accessible routes are available to restaurants, guest rooms, registration areas, fitness areas and meeting or ballroom spaces. For more information about accessibility at our hotel, visit our Hotel Info page.
Accessible guest rooms with mobility features have doorways with 32 inches of clear width. The Driskill also provides TTY, closed-captioning or closed-captioning decoders for guest room televisions and assistive listening devices for meetings upon request. For more information about accessibility at our hotel, visit our Hotel Info page.
Yes. Accessible parking and transportation features include valet parking and accessible transportation with advance notice. Guests who need accessible transportation support should contact The Driskill before arrival so our team can help coordinate details. For more information about accessibility at our hotel, visit our Hotel Info page.
Accessible room options include the 1 King Bed with Accessible Tub and 2 Queen Beds with Accessible Tub. These accommodations include wider doorways, accessible furniture placement and mobility-friendly bathrooms with tubs equipped with grab bars and handheld showerheads. Visit our Accommodations page for more details.
A daily destination fee applies to each room and supports services such as premium Wi-Fi, guided and self-guided history experiences, daily bottled water, welcome beverages and select Austin-area activities or discounts. Fee amounts and inclusions can change, so guests should confirm details when booking. Visit our Hotel Policies page for more details.
Yes. The Driskill is a non-smoking hotel. A cleaning fee applies if smoking occurs in a guest room, helping preserve the comfort of the hotel’s rooms, corridors and historic spaces for all guests.
The Driskill is a cash-free hotel. Guests may use credit cards, debit cards and, where applicable, other contactless forms of payment for hotel charges. Guests with payment questions should contact the hotel before arrival.
Guests may contact The Driskill directly at +1 512 439 1234 with questions about arrival, accessibility, parking, pet travel, special requests or details that may vary by date, room type or event activity in downtown Austin.