BEST STAYS IN AUSTIN DURING ACL
FROM MOTELS TO HOTELS TO BNB'S...
Searching for places to stay in Austin during ACL? Thinking: affordable, central, nice? Finding cheap places to stay in a big city during a major event can be difficult, but bear with us. Prices naturally go up when everyone is rushing to secure a place to lay their head in between festival sets. With that in mind, we've rounded up a list of the best places to stay in Austin to get the full experience - from the cheaper end, for those trying not to spend too much to the luxurious end, for those with a little extra cash: after all, this is a vacation.
On the easy side...
For when... you want to buy your tickets and be done. Do you really have to choose the hotel? Who wants to be bothered with finding the best rates + the best rooms + the best location?
From your wristbands and transportation to and from the festival, to the pillow you sleep on - travel packages simplify your experience and allow you to simply enjoy the ride. Allow a company with vast experience in hospitality and ticket services to take the strenuous planning part out of the equation. All you have to do is live out your ACL dream vacation.
On the economic side...
For when... you just want to go to the festival. What am I even going to do in my room besides sleep?
Inexpensive and near downtown, Wyndham offers a great location at a great price with updated rooms and a pool surrounded by bright umbrellas and Texas stars to maintain the ATX vibe.
On the unique side....
For when... if you're gonna stay in Austin, you wanna keep it weird (and quirky).
The room details are as bright and eccentric as the city itself. From patterned wallpaper (it's a good thing in this case) to neon headboards, Austin Motel upholds its name - and at a fair price!
Airbnb's all around of the quirkiest and homiest Austin homes
Renting homes has the added perk of a unique touch to any place you choose. Pick a location and explore the other treasures Austin has to offer in your downtime.
On the fancy side...
For when you want to keep it weird in true Austin fashion, but also want to be fancy...
This Kimpton hotel is based around live music in homage to its host city. With brass instrument light fixtures and records spinning in the lobby and live music nightly in the hotel restaurant, music-lovers can relax in luxurious rooms while experiencing the live music capital of the world at its height.
Located right next to the famed Austin City Limits music venue, the W hotel offers proximity, luxury and originality all in one. Lounge in the Living Room, decorated with vinyl records or relax in the hotel's signature spa, knowing you're just a few steps away from a thriving live music scene.
On the extra fancy side...
For when you're feeling like this is a vacation, dang it and you want to spend some extra $$$ to sip martinis poolside in peace...
Conveniently located in the heart of South Congress, near boutique shopping and must-eat restaurants, South Congress Hotel offers beautifully designed rooms to return to after a full day of live music, shopping and eating the best Austin cuisine - all right outside your door.
This secluded property offers a truly decadent stay with the privacy of your own home. Inspired by the revolution of rock and roll in the 60's and 70's, each of the suites are based around music legends like The Stones and Anne Sexton. With private grounds open only to hotel guests and each room designed uniquely, you can make your home in Austin - even if its only temporary.
If you're searching for places to stay for ACL, these are some of your best options to experience the city of Austin and a great music festival all in one trip. Besides, there's too many weirdly great things in Austin to not explore a little. The place you stay should be a part of the adventure, too.