![]() ![]() The mattress was quite broken down and uncomfortable. The bed is metal that looks like weathered wrought iron. The king bed is against a mural painted wall and faces the main windows. The main room is large (for an old property) with nice tall ceilings. My room had a short hall leading into the room. I was assigned room 1201 on the 12th (top) floor of the Tower.Īs it is an old hotel, I imagine each room is slightly different. In the photo above, you can see the original 1886 building on the left and the 12 story tower built in the 1920s on the right (brown building). The employee explained to me that my upgraded 1 King Bed Deluxe room was on the top floor of the newer (1920s) Tower section. Pretty disappointing but I assume a change made due to low occupancy due to COVID. As the bar was also closed and there was no room service, my only option for using my $100 credit was for grab and go lunch. However, it was explained to me, the cafe would only be offering grab and go breakfast during my stay and would close at 2pm. After looking it up, she let me know I had a $100 property credit and breakfast each day in the 1886 Cafe. I asked about the benefits of the Privé booking and she wasn’t sure. It felt more like checking in to a Regency. In a historic hotel, I was expecting a bit more of an introduction and explanation of the property. The check in staff was very businesslike. They have kept the original look including touches like the bank vault (there used to be a bank in the lobby). Having already checked in online, I knew my room was ready. Valet parking is the only official option though there are garages nearby. The main entrance to the hotel is on Brazos Street. There are tons of restaurants and bars nearby. It is a 10 minute walk to the Texas state house and a 10 minute walk to the Colorado River/Lady Bird Lake. The Driskill is located in the heart of Austin at 6th and Congress. The total for my three nights was $370 + tax, substantially lower than normal due to COVID. I was able to participate in a 3rd night free promotion and received breakfast each day and a $100 property credit. I booked my three night stay through a Privé agent. The Driskill is actually owned by Hyatt Corporation and participates fully in the World of Hyatt program. Previously I stayed at the fantastic Párisi Udvar in Budapest. It is part of Hyatt’s Unbound Collection, a small group of historical properties managed by Hyatt. Business, Other Amenitiesįeatured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in.The Driskill is Austin’s oldest hotel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. DiningĮnjoy a meal at a restaurant or in a coffee shop/café. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Amenitiesĭon't miss out on recreational opportunities including a steam room and a 24-hour fitness center. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Make yourself at home in one of the 189 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Frost Bank Tower and Esther's Follies. With a stay at The Driskill - in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, you'll be centrally located in Austin, steps from Mexic Arte Museum and Paramount Theater. ![]()
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