Every hotel on this list is within one mile of Lakeline Station, one stop south of Leander on MetroRail's Red Line. That proximity matters for commuters who park-and-ride into downtown Austin and for visitors who want to skip rental cars entirely. Hotels are ranked by walking distance to the station first, then star rating, then guest score. The list mixes extended-stay and standard hotels at 2 and 3 stars.
Getting from these hotels to downtown Austin by rail
Lakeline Station is one stop south of Leander on the Red Line (Route 550), which runs south to Downtown Austin. A Red Line ride costs $3.50 ($4 from January 10, 2027), capped at $7.00 ($8 from that date) for the service day after two paid rides. Trains run on weekdays, Friday evenings and Saturdays, with no regular Sunday service, so check the current 550 timetable before planning a rail-only trip. Bus routes 214, 383 and 985 also stop at Lakeline Station.
All five hotels below are reachable from the station on foot. The three closest, all on Lyndhurst Street or Lakeline Mall Drive, are under 0.55 miles away. The avid hotel and Aloft are closer to the 1-mile mark along FM 620 and US-183, which is about a 20-minute walk.
Hotels near Lakeline Station at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Walk to station |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towneplace Suites By Marriott Austin North/Lakeline | 3 | 9.0 | 0.52 mi |
| La Quinta by Wyndham Austin NW/Lakeline Mall | 3 | 9.0 | 0.54 mi |
| Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Park Austin | 3 | 8.9 | 0.54 mi |
| avid hotel Austin NW - Lakeline by IHG | 2 | 9.0 | 0.98 mi |
| Aloft by Marriott Austin Northwest | 3 | 8.6 | 1.00 mi |
Practical tips for rail travelers staying near Lakeline
- Tap a contactless card or phone on CapMetro buses for fare capping at $2.50 a day ($3 from January 10, 2027). For MetroRail itself, use the Umo app or a CapMetro Reloadable Fare Card, since tap-to-pay does not work on the Red Line.
- The Red Line has no regular Sunday service. Check the Route 550 timetable at capmetro.org before planning an evening or weekend trip.
- Lakeline Station has a free park-and-ride lot, so guests with cars can drive to the station and leave the vehicle there rather than paying for hotel parking on days they commute downtown.
- Monthly capping requires either the Umo app or the Reloadable Fare Card, not both. After 17 capped days in a calendar month, the rest of the month rides free.
Which hotel fits your trip near Lakeline Station
Travelers who want the shortest possible walk to the platform should look at the pair on Lyndhurst Street first. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Austin North/Lakeline and Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Park Austin share the same address block and are roughly 0.52 and 0.54 miles from the station respectively. Both are 3-star properties with guest scores of 8.9 or higher.
La Quinta by Wyndham Austin NW/Lakeline Mall is also 0.54 miles out and earns the same 9.0 guest score as the TownePlace Suites.
For travelers who prioritize a newer build over the shortest walk, avid hotel Austin NW - Lakeline by IHG on FM 620 is a 2-star property with a 9.0 guest score, tied for the highest on this list. The trade-off is a 0.98-mile walk to the platform.
Aloft by Marriott Austin Northwest on US-183 rounds out the list at 1.00 mile from the station. It carries a 3-star rating and an 8.6 guest score, making it the lowest-rated hotel here.
The hotels
Towneplace Suites By Marriott Austin North/Lakeline
13501 Lyndhurst St
9.0275 reviews
13 min walk to Lakeline Station (MetroRail Red Line)0.52 miles from Lakeline Station, the closest on this list to the Red Line platform, with in-room kitchenettes for multi-night stays.
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La Quinta by Wyndham Austin NW/Lakeline Mall
10701 Lakeline Mall Dr
9.0949 reviews
14 min walk to Lakeline Station (MetroRail Red Line)Tied at 0.54 miles from the station with a 9.0 guest score, it is an easy walk to the platform.
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Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Park Austin
13501 Lyndhurst St. Building 1
8.9402 reviews
14 min walk to Lakeline Station (MetroRail Red Line)0.54 miles from the station on Lyndhurst Street, on the same block as the TownePlace Suites, with an 8.9 guest score.
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avid hotel Austin NW - Lakeline by IHG
13830 North FM 620 Road
9.0299 reviews
No CapMetro stop within a 20-minute walk0.98 miles from the station, with a 9.0 guest score that ties for the best here, despite a 2-star classification.
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Aloft by Marriott Austin Northwest
14020 US Highway 183
8.6617 reviews
5 min walk to Pecan Park & Lakeline Mall stop (Route 383)Exactly 1.00 mile from Lakeline Station, and the only 3-star brand-name option in the US-183 corridor.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I pay for MetroRail at Lakeline Station?＋
You need either the Umo app or a CapMetro Reloadable Fare Card to ride the Red Line. Tap-to-pay with a contactless card or phone works on CapMetro buses but not on MetroRail. A single Red Line ride costs $3.50 ($4 from January 10, 2027) (commuter fare), which includes any local bus connections on the same service day.
Does MetroRail run on weekends from Lakeline Station?＋
The Red Line (Route 550) operates a commuter-focused schedule concentrated around weekday peak hours. Weekend service is limited, so check the current 550 timetable at capmetro.org before planning a weekend rail trip. CapMetro bus routes in the Lakeline area provide off-peak alternatives.
Can I park at Lakeline Station and take the train downtown?＋
Yes. Lakeline Station has a free park-and-ride lot, which is one reason the area attracts commuters. Guests at nearby hotels can drive to the station, leave their car, and ride the Red Line south to Downtown Austin for $3.50 each ($4 from January 10, 2027) way.
Which hotel on this list is best for travelers with pets?＋
We couldn't confirm a pet policy for any of these five hotels, so call before you book.
How long does the Red Line take from Lakeline Station to downtown Austin?＋
The Red Line runs from Lakeline south through 10 stations to Downtown Austin. Check the Route 550 timetable at capmetro.org for exact departure times.
Is there a hotel shuttle to Lakeline Station from any of these hotels?＋
None of the five hotels on this list have confirmed shuttle service to Lakeline Station. The closest picks on Lyndhurst Street and Lakeline Mall Drive are walkable at under 0.55 miles. For the avid hotel and Aloft on FM 620 and US-183, a short rideshare is the practical option given limited pedestrian infrastructure on those roads.
