Austin Amtrak Station is at 250 N Lamar Blvd, about a mile west of Congress Avenue, and serves long-distance passengers on the Texas Eagle. All five hotels below are within 0.7 miles, from a bed-and-breakfast in Clarksville to two 5-star hotels.
Getting to and from the station
The station is on North Lamar Boulevard, just north of West Cesar Chavez Street. Walking with luggage is practical for anyone staying within half a mile. Beyond that, a short taxi or rideshare ride keeps the trip under five minutes in light traffic.
MetroRapid 803 stops at Seaholm Station on West Cesar Chavez Street, about a 10-minute walk from the station. A single ride costs $1.25 ($1.50 from January 10, 2027). Tap to Pay with a contactless card or phone works on the bus, so you do not need an app or a fare card for one trip. After two rides in one service day, the rest of that day is free under CapMetro's daily fare cap. Tap to Pay does not work on MetroRail.
If you are flying in, taxi and rideshare pickup at Austin-Bergstrom Airport is under the Consolidated Rental Car Facility, reached by tram from the Red Garage. Route 20 Riverside runs from the airport into downtown and stops at Lavaca and 4th Street, where you can walk or take a short rideshare to your hotel.
Hotels near Austin Amtrak Station at a glance
| Hotel | Distance to station | Star rating | Guest score | Pool | Pet-friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Loren Hotel Austin | 0.40 mi | 5 | 9.2 | Rooftop outdoor (8th floor) | Dogs, $100 fee, max 2, 45 lb limit |
| Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels | 0.47 mi | 5 | 9.4 | Rooftop saltwater (5th floor) | Dogs, $100 fee, max 2, 45 lb limit |
| Canopy By Hilton Austin Downtown | 0.50 mi | 4 | 9.2 | Rooftop outdoor | Yes, $75 fee, max 75 lb |
| Brava House Bed and Breakfast | 0.56 mi | 3 | 9.8 | None listed | Not listed |
| Hotel ZaZa Austin | 0.68 mi | 4 | 9.8 | Rooftop outdoor (7th floor) | Cats and dogs, $100 fee, no weight limit |
Timing your stay around the Texas Eagle
- The Texas Eagle stops in Austin once a day in each direction. Confirm your exact departure time at Amtrak.com before booking a checkout date.
- The Sunset Limited does not stop in Austin. To ride it, connect at San Antonio.
- MetroRapid 803 stops at Seaholm Station, about a 10-minute walk from the platform. A single ride costs $1.25 ($1.50 from January 10, 2027), and Tap to Pay with a contactless card works on the bus.
- Taxi and rideshare pickup for arrivals at Austin-Bergstrom Airport is under the Consolidated Rental Car Facility, reached by tram from the Red Garage. Route 20 Riverside runs from the airport into downtown for $1.25 ($1.50 from January 10, 2027) and stops at Lavaca and 4th Street, a block from Hotel ZaZa.
Which hotel fits your trip
Travelers who want the shortest possible walk to the platform will find The Loren Hotel Austin at 0.40 miles the closest option, with a rooftop pool and spa for a comfortable overnight before an early departure.
Austin Proper Hotel at 0.47 miles adds a saltwater rooftop pool, a spa (Verbena Spa), and a rooftop restaurant and bar (La Piscina), making it the strongest choice for a longer pre-trip stay.
Canopy By Hilton Austin Downtown at 0.50 miles offers a rooftop pool and bar at a 4-star price point, with EV charging on site and a pet policy that accepts animals up to 75 lb.
Brava House Bed and Breakfast at 0.56 miles is the only bed-and-breakfast on this list, rated 9.8 by guests, and suits travelers who prefer a quieter, residential setting on Blanco Street over a full-service hotel.
Hotel ZaZa Austin at 0.68 miles has a 7th-floor rooftop pool, an on-site spa (ZaSpa), and a pet policy that accepts cats and dogs of all sizes for $100 per pet.
The hotels
The Loren Hotel Austin
1211 W Riverside Dr.
9.2127 reviews
4 min walk to Barton Springs Station (MetroRapid 803, Route 3)The closest hotel to the station at 0.40 miles, with an 8th-floor rooftop pool and the Milk + Honey Spa on site.
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Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
600 West 2nd Street
9.4360 reviews
3 min walk to Seaholm Station (MetroRapid 803, Route 3, Route 111)LEED Gold, a 9.4 guest score, a 5th-floor saltwater rooftop pool and Verbena Spa, 0.47 miles from the station.
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Canopy By Hilton Austin Downtown
604 W 6th St
9.2416 reviews
5 min walk to 5th & Guadalupe (Republic Square) stop (MetroRapid 837, Route 4, Route 5)Rooftop pool, on-site EV charging and pets up to 75 lb welcome, 0.50 miles from the station.
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Brava House Bed and Breakfast
1108 Blanco Street
9.8103 reviews
5 min walk to Lamar & 12th stop (Route 5)The highest guest score here at 9.8, on a residential street in Clarksville, 0.56 miles from the station.
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Hotel ZaZa Austin
400 Lavaca St
9.8659 reviews
13 min walk to Downtown Station (MetroRail Red Line)7th-floor rooftop pool, ZaSpa on site, and cats and dogs of any size welcome for $100 per pet, 0.68 miles from the station.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Sunset Limited stop at Austin Amtrak Station?＋
The Sunset Limited does not stop in Austin. Passengers connecting to the Sunset Limited must travel to San Antonio to board. The Texas Eagle stops daily at Austin Amtrak Station at 250 N Lamar Blvd. Confirm all schedules at Amtrak before booking.
How do I get from these hotels to Austin Amtrak Station without a car?＋
MetroRapid 803 (Burnet/South Lamar) stops at Seaholm Station on West Cesar Chavez Street, about a 10-minute walk from the station, for $1.25 per ride ($1.50 from January 10, 2027). You can pay with a contactless card, phone, or watch using Tap to Pay on the bus. A taxi or rideshare from any of these hotels takes 3 to 5 minutes in light traffic.
Which hotel is closest to Austin Amtrak Station?＋
The Loren Hotel Austin at 1211 W Riverside Dr is the closest at 0.40 miles, about a 10-minute walk north across Lady Bird Lake on Lamar Boulevard.
Are there pet-friendly hotels near Austin Amtrak Station?＋
Four of the five hotels on this list accept pets. Austin Proper Hotel and The Loren Hotel Austin both accept up to two dogs under 45 lb for a $100 non-refundable fee. Canopy By Hilton Austin Downtown accepts pets up to 75 lb for $75. Hotel ZaZa Austin accepts cats and dogs of all sizes for $100 per pet.
What is the hotel tax rate in Austin?＋
Austin's hotel tax totals 17 percent: 6 percent Texas state tax plus 11 percent city tax. Hotels with 100 or more rooms may also add a 2 percent Austin Tourism Public Improvement District fee on top of that, passed to guests as a separate line item.
Is there a light rail or subway connection from these hotels to the Amtrak station?＋
Austin has no urban subway. The MetroRail Red Line runs from Leander to Downtown Austin but does not stop near the Amtrak station on Lamar Boulevard. MetroRapid 803 at Seaholm Station is the most direct transit option. Austin Light Rail is not open yet; it is planned to open in 2033.
