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Experience the Energy of Austin at The Westin Austin Downtown! Stay in the heart of the Live Music Capital of the World®, just steps from the Austin Convention Center and the legendary 6th Street entertainment district. Whether you're here for business or leisure, you'll be immersed in the city's vibrant culture, dynamic dining scene, and world-class music. Unwind in one of our 366 thoughtfully designed guest rooms, each featuring signature Westin amenities that help you recharge and feel your best. Sink into the plush comfort of the Heavenly® Bed, refresh in the invigorating Heavenly® Bath, and stay connected with high-speed internet and our Wired business services. Keep up with your wellness routine at the WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio, and enjoy a 100% smoke-free environment for a breath of fresh air. The Westin Austin Downtown offers more than 14,000 square feet of versatile event space, ideal for gatherings from 10 to 450 guests. Our flexible venues, advanced technology offerings, and expert planning team ensure your event runs smoothly from start to finish. Keep your group energized with curated catering options, including menus designed to nourish and delight. At every turn, we’re committed to making your experience exceptional—so you leave feeling better than when you arrived.
Venue Details
ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandWestin
Built2015
Renovated2025
Total meeting space13,971 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms366
Venue typeHotel
Industry Ratings
Northstar
AAA
Awards
Cvent awards
Industry awards
* A Top Hotel in Texas by Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2017
* 2018 Best Hotel by U.S. News & World Report
* Azul Rooftop Pool Bar + Lounge was voted Coolest Hotel Pool of the World by readers of Travel Agent Central in 2017
* Finalist in 2017 Stella Awards, curated by Northstar Travel Media
Venue Highlights
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Video conference
Recreational activities
- Outdoor pool
Transportation
- Bus
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Portable heaters
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Jan 01 - May 31Sep 01 - Oct 31
Shoulder season
Low season
Nov 01 - Dec 31Jun 01 - Aug 31
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Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
13,971 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,464 sq. ft.
Space (private)
14,794 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
12
Second largest room
2,730 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
Available
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
13,971 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,464 sq. ft.
Space (private)
14,794 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
12
Second largest room
2,730 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
Available
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
598 sq. ft. 23 x 26 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 62 | 21 | 40 | 62 | 33 | 20 | |
621 sq. ft. 23 x 27 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 62 | 21 | 40 | 62 | 33 | 20 | |
598 sq. ft. 23 x 26 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 62 | 21 | 40 | 62 | 33 | 20 | |
621 sq. ft. 23 x 27 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 62 | 21 | 40 | 62 | 33 | 20 | |
4,464 sq. ft. 62 x 72 sq. ft. | 13.9 ft. | 480 | - | 250 | 480 | 200 | - | |
2,730 sq. ft. 35 x 78 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 260 | - | 150 | 260 | 120 | - | |
624 sq. ft. 24 x 26 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 12 | - | - | - | - | 12 | |
700 sq. ft. 25 x 28 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 62 | 21 | 40 | 62 | 33 | 20 | |
650 sq. ft. 25 x 26 sq. ft. | 11.6 ft. | 62 | 21 | 40 | 62 | 33 | 20 |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
366
Single (1 bed)
222
Suites
4
Tax rate
19.525%
Total guest rooms
366
Single (1 bed)
222
Suites
4
Tax rate
19.525%
Location
Getting Here
Distance from airport
10.8 mi
Distance from airport 10.8 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $72.00/day )
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South Congress Avenue (SoCo)
Shopping
2 mi
South Congress Avenue (SoCo) offers popular shopping and eclectic dining, incredible live music, mid-century modern furniture stores and funky antique shops – which often stay open well past 10pm.
South Congress & Academy Drive
Austin, TX, US 78704
Lady Bird Lake
Recreation
5 blks
Lady Bird Lake, located a half-mile away, offers 416 acres of surface area for a day of outdoor fun on and around the water, such as canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding. The Butler Hike and Bike Trail surrounds the lake and offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the view while walking, jogging or biking.
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Barton Springs Pool
Recreation
2 mi
Barton Springs Pool, located 2.7 miles away, is a three-acre recreational pool that is filled with the natural waters of Barton Spring.
2201 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX, US 78704
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Zilker Metropolitan Park
Park
2 mi
Zilker Metropolitan Park is a 350-acre space located 1.7 miles from our hotel, where visitors can take a break from the urban environment and enjoy outdoor recreation. It is also the location of the Austin City Limits Music Festival in the fall, and the Zilker Kite Festival in spring.
2100 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX, US 78704
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2ND Street District
Shopping
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2nd Street & Lavaca Street
Austin, TX, US 78701
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Sixth Street
Nightlife
1 blk
Sixth Street is a popular urban entertainment district. This historic street, located right outside the hotel, is lined with shops, clubs, bars and music venues, and hosts a variety of edgy events and renowned festivals.
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum and IMAX Theatre
Museum
2 mi
Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum and IMAX Theatre, located about 1.5 miles from The Westin Austin Downtown, provides visitors with a peek into yesteryear along with the largest IMAX experience in the state.
1800 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX, US 78704
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Palmer Events Center
Convention center
2 mi
Palmer Events Center, just steps from Long Center, plays host to hundreds of meetings, events and conferences each year.
900 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX, US 78704
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The Long Center
Theater
2 mi
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701 W. Riverside Drive
Austin, TX, US 78704
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Zach Theatre
Theater
2 mi
Zach Theatre, which hosts one of the oldest continuously active theatre companies in the country, offers a diverse array of plays and musicals, many of which are family-friendly.
202 South Lamar
Austin, TX, US 78704
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Paramount Theatre
Theater
4 blks
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713 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX, US 78701
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University of Texas at Austin
University
1 mi
Founded in 1883, UT is one of the largest and most respected universities in the nation. This is a diverse learning community, with students from every state and more than 100 countries. We are located just 1 mile from campus.
Austin, TX, US 78712
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Austin Convention Center
Convention center
2 blks
Our prime location is just 1.5 blocks from the Austin Convention Center, a LEED Gold certified building located in the heart of the capital of Texas. The convention center has a convenient downtown location, between the shores of Lady Bird Lake and historic Sixth Street, and is home to hundreds of meetings and events each year.
500 E Cesar Chavez St
Austin, TX, US 78701
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Lady Bird Lake
Recreation
5 blks
Lady Bird Lake (formerly Town Lake) is a reservoir on the Colorado River in Downtown Austin, Texas. Explore it by canoe, kayak or stand up paddle board, or take to the surrounding trail on foot or bicycle. It truly is one of Austin's outdoor gems and only 5 blocks from our front door!
Austin, TX, US
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The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated)
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Austin, US
366
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4,464 sq. ft.
13,971 sq. ft.
The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated) Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated) regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated)'s sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated) have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Paper,Newspaper,Cardboard,Aluminum,Other Metals,Plastic,Glass,Cooking Oil
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated) and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated)'s public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
Health and Safety
Were practices at The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated) developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations.
Does The Westin Austin Downtown (Recently Renovated) clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
The corporate sustainability team can help to offset customers' carbon footprints by contacting Sustainability@marriott.com.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
sustainability@marriott.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Eliminated straws and stirrers; implemented large format bath amenities
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Hotels following MI Cleaning Protocals
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for the latest progress on Marriott International's community engagement efforts.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
WEGD@marriott.com
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