These five hotels are within 0.15 miles of the 6th Street Entertainment District, the historic corridor between Congress Avenue and Interstate 35.
How close is close enough on 6th Street
The 6th Street Entertainment District is packed with people on Thursday to Saturday nights, and police sometimes close it to cars, so the walk back to your hotel is often quickest on foot. Every hotel on this list is under a 4-minute walk from the Trinity Street and East 6th Street anchor, so none of them require a rideshare at 2 a.m.
The Westin Austin Downtown on East 5th Street is the closest at 0.08 miles, roughly a 2-minute walk south of the strip. The Hilton Austin and the Omni Austin Hotel Downtown are both at the 0.13-to-0.15-mile mark, which adds about a minute. The Driskill on Brazos Street is the furthest on this list at 0.15 miles, but its Congress Avenue-adjacent location puts it within sight of the district's western end.
The Courtyard by Marriott on East 4th Street is the only 3-star hotel on this list. The Hilton Austin, a block away, has a pool deck on the 8th floor and a 24-hour gym.
Hotels near 6th Street: key facts at a glance
| Hotel | Distance | Stars | Pool | Rooftop bar | Parking | Pet-friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Westin Austin Downtown | 0.08 mi / 2 min | 4 | Rooftop (20th floor) | Azul Rooftop Lounge, 20th floor | Valet only | Dogs up to 70 lbs, no fee |
| Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center | 0.12 mi / 2 min | 3 | Not listed | None listed | Valet only | No pets |
| Hilton Austin | 0.13 mi / 3 min | 4 | Outdoor, 8th floor | The Eighth Deck Pool Bar | Self-park and valet | Pets up to 75 lbs, $50 fee |
| Omni Austin Hotel Downtown | 0.15 mi / 3 min | 4 | Heated rooftop | Cloud Bar (rooftop) | Valet | Pets under 25 lbs, $125 fee |
| The Driskill, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt | 0.15 mi / 3 min | 4 | None | None | Valet only | Dogs up to 50 lbs, $150 fee |
Getting to and from 6th Street
- Route 20 Riverside runs from Austin-Bergstrom Airport through downtown every 15 to 30 minutes, seven days a week, for $1.25 a ride ($1.50 from January 10, 2027). The bus stop at the airport is on the lower level outside baggage claim at the neon guitar stop.
- Tap to Pay with a contactless card or phone works on CapMetro buses. It does not work on MetroRail. After two paid rides in a service day, the rest of that day is free, capping your local bus cost at $2.50 ($3 from January 10, 2027).
- 6th Street is packed on Thursday to Saturday nights and police sometimes close it to cars. Plan your rideshare drop-off on a parallel street like 5th or 7th, or walk from your hotel.
- The MetroRail Red Line stops at Downtown Station, within about an 8-minute walk of every hotel on this list, and at Plaza Saltillo, about a 15-minute walk from the district's eastern end at I-35.
Parking and transit options near 6th Street
Street parking on 6th Street disappears on weekend nights when the road closes. The Hilton Austin is the only hotel on this list with both self-park and valet options in an on-site covered garage, which gives you flexibility if you arrive by car. The Westin, Omni, and Driskill offer valet only.
If you arrive without a car, CapMetro buses run along Congress Avenue and East 6th Street. Route 801 (North Lamar/South Congress) and Route 803 (Burnet/South Lamar) both pass through downtown and connect to neighborhoods north and south of the river. A single ride at $1.25 ($1.50 from January 10, 2027) covers any local bus, MetroRapid, or UT Shuttle trip.
The hotels
The Westin Austin Downtown
310 East 5th Street
9.0578 reviews
4 min walk to Downtown Station (MetroRail Red Line)The closest hotel to 6th Street, two minutes' walk away, with a 20th-floor rooftop pool and lounge.
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Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center
300 East 4th Street
8.6183 reviews
3 min walk to Downtown Station (MetroRail Red Line)Two minutes from 6th Street, and the only 3-star hotel on this list.
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Hilton Austin
500 E 4th St
9.0795 reviews
1 min walk to Downtown Station (MetroRail Red Line)Three minutes from 6th Street, with self-parking and valet, and a pool bar on its 8th-floor deck.
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Omni Austin Hotel Downtown
700 San Jacinto Blvd
9.0976 reviews
8 min walk to Downtown Station (MetroRail Red Line)Three minutes from 6th Street, with a heated rooftop pool and Cloud Bar beside it.
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The Driskill, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
604 Brazos Street
9.0128 reviews
7 min walk to Downtown Station (MetroRail Red Line)At 6th and Brazos, a three-minute walk to the bars; no pool, but a 24-hour gym.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to 6th Street Entertainment District?＋
The Westin Austin Downtown at 310 East 5th Street is the closest at 0.08 miles, about a 2-minute walk south of the district.
Can I get to 6th Street by bus from Austin-Bergstrom Airport?＋
Yes. Route 20 Riverside runs from the airport to downtown every 15 to 30 minutes, seven days a week, for $1.25 a ride ($1.50 from January 10, 2027). The bus stop at the airport is on the lower level outside baggage claim at the neon guitar stop. Downtown stops on Congress Avenue put you within a short walk of 6th Street.
Is parking available at these hotels?＋
The Hilton Austin offers both self-park and valet in a covered on-site garage. The Westin, Omni, and Driskill offer valet only. The Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown offers valet parking only. Note that parking is subject to Texas sales tax (state 6.25% plus up to 2% local) but is not subject to the city hotel occupancy tax.
What is the hotel tax rate in Austin?＋
Austin hotel tax totals 17%: Texas state 6% plus City of Austin 11% (9% occupancy tax and 2% venue project tax). Hotels with 100 or more rooms may also add a 2% Austin Tourism Public Improvement District fee on top of that, billed as a separate line item.
Are any of these hotels pet-friendly?＋
Four of the five are. The Westin Austin Downtown accepts dogs up to 70 lbs with no additional fee. The Hilton Austin accepts pets up to 75 lbs for a $50 non-refundable fee. The Omni Austin Hotel Downtown accepts pets under 25 lbs for a $125 non-refundable fee. The Driskill accepts dogs up to 50 lbs (or two dogs totaling no more than 75 lbs combined) for a $150 non-refundable fee. The Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown does not allow pets.
Does 6th Street close to traffic on weekends?＋
Yes. The 6th Street historic district is busiest on Thursday to Saturday nights. Plan rideshare drop-offs on East 5th Street or East 7th Street, or walk from your hotel if you are staying at one of the properties on this list.
