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Recommended gay friendly hotels in Austin

As an LGBTQ+ traveller to Austin, it's important to stay somewhere welcoming and that's great value. Treat yourself to a luxury hotel or stay budget and spend what you save on partying! Check out GayMapper recommendations for gay friendly hotel deals in Austin, Texas. You can support GayMapper by checking out our hotel deals as this helps us to keep the site updated with all this useful information!

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3* Aloft Austin Downtown

Aloft Austin Downtown is located within walking distance of the gay district, 500 m from Capitol Building and 800 m from Austin Convention Center. The property features a fitness centre and free WiFi. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Some units have a seating area where you can relax. You will find a coffee maker in the room. Rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. The on-site Caroline Restaurant features dishes of American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a coffee bar and a cocktail bar. Guests can also purchase snacks at the mini market. Frank Erwin Center - University of Texas is 1.3 km from Aloft Austin Downtown, while Texas Memorial Stadium is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 10 km from Aloft Austin Downtown.
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3* Austin Motel

Surrounded by shopping, dining and entertainment options, Austin Motel is a gay friendly option that provides guests with a quintessential vintage Austin experience, without downtown prices. Austin Motel is 1.5 km from Austin Convention Center and 2.5 km from Capitol Building. This motel offers free parking on-site and a swimming pool. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV, telephone and a desk with chair. Free WiFi is provided. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. On-site laundry facilities are available. Complimentary coffee is offered in the lobby daily for guests to enjoy. Barton Springs Pool is 2.5 km from Austin Motel, while Frank Erwin Center - University of Texas is 3.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 10 km from the property.
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3* Hyatt Place Downtown

Hyatt Place Austin Downtown offers air-conditioned accommodation in Austin, just moments from the gay area. The property is set 300 m from Austin Convention Center, an 11-minute walk from Capitol Building and a 20-minute walk from Frank Erwin Center - University of Texas. The property provides a business centre and free WiFi. The property features a bar called Coffee to Cocktails that serves light appetizers. The property has a fitness centre and an indoor pool. A number of activities are offered in the area, such as cycling and hiking. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can help with advice about the area. University of Texas at Austin is 2.2 km from Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, while Texas Memorial Stadium is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 10 km from the accommodation.
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4* Four Seasons Austin

Located in the heart of downtown Austin, Texas, not far from the gay district, this gay friendly, luxury hotel offers 294 spacious guest rooms with views of the city centre or Lady Bird Lake. A large flat-screen TV, work desk and lounge chair are included in each warmly-decorated room at Four Seasons Hotel Austin. Complimentary WiFi is available in every room. A heated sal***er pool is located on the property. Guests can work up a sweat in the state-of-the-art fitness centre enjoy a relaxing spa treatment in the award-winning Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Austin. The on-site 24-hour concierge can assist with business, entertainment or travel arrangements. Two self-service business centres are available for guest use. The onsite restaurant, Ciclo, is located on the property's lower level overlooking Lady Bird Lake. It features a menu of locally-inspired flavors and ingredients with a Latin influence. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Several key attractions, including the Texas State Capitol, Zilker Park and 6th Street entertainment district are located within 3.5 km of the Four Seasons.The University of Texas at Austin is less than 10 minutes' drive from this hotel.
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4* Hotel San Jose

The gay friendly Hotel San Jose is a bungalow-style hotel in a vibrant SoCo neighbourhood of Austin, Texas. Kick up your heels and relax amidst their lush garden courtyards. Located 1.6 km from Austin Convention Center, Hotel San Jose offers 4-star accommodation in Austin and has an outdoor swimming pool. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Palmer Events Center and Town Lake. Barton Springs Pool is 2.4 km away. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom, while some rooms also boast a terrace. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests A continental breakfast is served daily at the property. Staff at Hotel San Jose are always available to provide guidance at the reception. Capitol Building is 2.6 km from the accommodation, while Frank Erwin Center - University of Texas is 3.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 10 km from the property.
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4* Hyatt Regency Austin

Welcome to Hyatt Regency Austin, a sophisticated hotel on Lady Bird Lake. This gay friendly Austin luxury hotel offers access to hiking and bicycle trails as well as sweeping views of the lake and cityscape. Plus you are just 10 minutes walk from the gay nightlife. The contemporary suites at Hyatt Regency Austin are decorated with soothing, neutral colours and custom furnishings. Each room is furnished with a flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station, and coffee-making facilities. Austin Hyatt Regency has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a sundeck overlooking the lake. Guests have access to a modern fitness centre during their stay. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and an on-site business centre is available for guests' business needs. Marker 10 Spirits & Cuisine serves casual meals, sushi and cocktails in the evenings. The hotel's restaurant, Southwest Bistro, offers fresh, local cuisine for breakfast and lunch. Guests can find coffee and pastries at the onsite franchise Starbucks store. The Texas State Capitol building and the warehouse restaurant district are each within less than 8 km of the hotel.
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4* Kimpton Van Zandt

The Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt is one of the newest of downtown Austin hotels. This gay friendly boutique hotel embraces the local music and stands out amongst hotels in Austin TX. Offering an onsite bar and restaurant, Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt is located in the Rainey Street Historic District, less than 1 km away from nightlife on 6th Street. This Austin hotel offers a rooftop pool with pool bar and complimentary WiFi access for "IHG Rewards" members. A flat-screen cable TV and minibar are featured in every room at this Austin hotel. A work desk and safety deposit box are also available. Bathrobes and free toiletries are offered in the private bathroom. Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt offers room service, a fitness centre and in-room massage and body treatments. Valet parking and free bicycle rentals are also available. Geraldine's, the Van Zandt's onsite restaurant, serves modern american fare made from local ingredients. Enjoy live music and views of the downtown skyline while sipping a craft cocktail from the award-winning drink menu. The hotel is 200 m from Austin Convention Center, 1.4 km from Capitol Building and 2 km from Frank Erwin Center - University of Texas. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 9 km away.
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4* Omni Austin Downtown

Offering a roof-top heated pool and fitness centre, the gay friendly Omni Austin Hotel Downtown is located in Austin, Texas, 400 m from Capitol Building. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Every room includes a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Laundry service, dry cleaning and daily maid service are also offered. A gift shop and meeting facilities are available on site. This property features the Atrium Lounge Bar which provides a small bites menu. Barton Springs Pool is located 4.3 km from Omni Austin Hotel Downtown, while Frank Erwin Center - University of Texas is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Bergstrom Airport, 10 km from Omni Austin Hotel Downtown. Austin Music Hall is within 1.3 km of the property.
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4* Park Lane Guest House

Park Lane Guest House is an eco-friendly, organic bed and breakfast in the SoCo District in downtown Austin, Texas. Private, solar-powered cottages, swimming pool, outdoor shower, organic gardens with bees and chickens and fresh organic vegan or vegetarian breakfasts await guests at this beautiful Green Hotel. The elegantly appointed Park Lane Guest House is furnished with hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings and stained glass. There is a full kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator and coffee machine. A separate living area with a sofa and flat-screen satellite TV is also offered. The French doors in the Park Lane Guest House open up to a private patio, which overlooks the garden. You can relax and enjoy your breakfast in the spacious outdoor seating area. Free Wi-Fi is also available. The Park Lane Guest House is a 5 minutes' drive from the Texas Capitol. The University of Texas is 4 km away.
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4* W Austin

Centrally located in the heart of downtown Austin's 2nd Street District, this gay friendly 4-star hotel features a full-service luxury spa and an elegant outdoor pool with a poolside bar and grill. Contemporary decor and stylish furnishings are displayed throughout the property. A flat-screen TV and iPod docking station are provided in each room at the W Austin. Showcasing a chic, modern style, each room offers a spacious bathroom and seating area. W Hotel Austin offers both an on-site business center with free WiFi and a fully-equipped fitness centre. Guests may relax on the outdoor terrace or have the 24-hour concierge desk arrange activities and reservations. Hotel W Austin features TRACE Restaurant, which serves locally-sourced, farm-to-table gourmet American cuisine. The Living Room, a modern lounge unique to W hotels, offers three separate bars with high-end cocktails and a hip,casual atmosphere. The Austin Convention Center and Texas State Capitol are a 10-minute walk from this Austin W hotel. The University of Texas at Austin, South Congress shopping district and Frank Erwin Center are each 5 minutes' drive away.
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4* Westin Austin Downtown

Offering a rooftop pool bar and an on-site restaurant, the gay friendly Westin Austin Downtown is close to Austin's gay district and within walking distance to Sixth Street and the Austin Convention Center. The Austin Westin is an 11-minute walk from the Texas State Capitol Building. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning and a flat-screen cable TV. A work desk, ironing facilities and a seating area are available in every room. Free toiletries are provided in the en suite bathroom. Premium rooms offer guests views of downtown Austin. Stella San Jac, the on-site restaurant, bar and lounge, offers American Southern cuisine and a Friday brunch. Azul, the pool bar on the 20th floor of the hotel, offers light bites and crafted cocktails. Guests can enjoy fire pits and views of the city from the rooftop. There is a rooftop pool, 24-hour front desk and business centre at The Westin Austin Downtown. Guests can also utilize the on-site mini-market, dry clean service and laundry service. The University of Texas at Austin is a 7-minute drive from the property. Zilker Park is 3.9 km from the Westin. The nearest airport is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, 10 km from the property.
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5* The Driskill

Discover unrivaled luxury, state-of-the-art amenities and exceptional services at this legendary city centre hotel. Renowned as a historical Austin landmark, The Driskill, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt is only moments from the city's most popular attractions. Originally built in 1886, The gay friendly Driskill elegantly combines old-world charm with all of today's modern luxuries. Work out in the modern fitness centre or dine at the award-winning on-site restaurant. The concierge service can also help to make sure every stay is unforgettable. There is live music featured in the bar every night of the week, often featuring Grammy winning artists. Monthly Beer Dinners are hosted in our 1886 Cafe & Bakery, where we feature beers from a local brewery paired with a 4-course dinner. Experience all the excitement of the city centre only steps from The Driskill's front doors. Enjoy a concert at the Austin Music Hall, visit the Texas State Capitol or find luxury shopping, all located within walking distance of the hotel.
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Austin Gay Scene

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