Boutique Hotels Never Felt So Good
Words by Alison Bryce Photo of Heywood Hotel
From lone travelers looking for somewhere to connect with others like themselves to large groups wanting to experience what this creative city has to offer, the Eastside has the perfect place to stay: not too big, not too small. Some would say they’re just right.
Native Hostel
Unlike any other experience, Native Hostel offers more than just a place to sleep for the night. It’s a place where drifters and dreamers come to meet other like-minded travelers. s like themselves. Spend the night bunking in the dormitory-style rooms, or book a stay in one of their two private suites. It’s not just the sleeping arrangements that makes this hostel special. The space also includes the Native Bar and Kitchen, a coffee shop, and grand ballroom which hosts a variety of events.
807 E 4th St. | nativehostels.com
Photo by Ryann Ford
East Austin Hotel
It’s difficult to find a place that offers more than East Austin Hotel. This locally owned and operated boutique hotel is filled with mid-century Scandinavian-inspired rooms. While the proximity to Eastside hotspots is a bonus, guests do not have to leave the building for a good time. Diner Sixth and Waller and rooftop bar The Upside are part of the hotel so guests can order breakfast all day and enjoy drinks with a view of downtown and the capital at night.
1108 E 6th St. | eastaustinhotel.com
Heywood Hotel
Heywood Hotel is the place to reserve for a luxury boutique experience. This indie hotel provides free parking, Heywood Blend coffee, and other small details to make each stay a memorable one. But don’t let the award-winning architecture and unique rooms be a distraction from the variety of barbecue joints, microbreweries, and cocktail lounges surrounding the property. And if that isn’t enough, guests can explore the Eastside on one of Heywood’s free bikes.
1609 E Cesar Chavez St. | heywoodhotel.com
HK Austin
For those who have ever dreamed of staying in an elegant Victorian mansion, it’s time to make that dream a reality. HK Austin is a traveler’s hostel designed to provide creative thinkers, innovators, and travelers a space to stay in East Austin. Not only do guests get to experience staying in a building constructed in 1892, but they also receive access to everything the mansion has to offer such as the Library Room, garden, and coworking office space.
1807 E Cesar Chavez St. | hkaustin.com
Locale Austin – Mueller
Whoever said that hotels cannot be as comfortable as being at home has never been to Locale Mueller. From weekend stays to long business trips, this property has the space. With a fully stocked kitchen, outdoor lounge, and a variety of other amenities, this property is ideal for anyone wanting to stay just outside downtown.
1900 Simond Ave. | locale.com/austin-mueller
Photo by Venessa Escobedo Barba
Hotel Eleven
Located in the heart of Austin’s Swede Hill neighborhood, Hotel Eleven is filled with contemporary designs that create a unique aesthetic throughout the building. The 14-bedroom boutique hotel offers more than just great snacks and drinks in the lobby and bar; guests can enjoy breathtaking views of downtown from the private roof deck and Juliet balconies attached to most rooms. Best of all, it is just walking distance to icons like Franklin’s and Hillside Farmacy.
1123 E 11th St. | hotelelevenaustin.com
Inn Cahoots
Designed as a hybrid of a hotel and an Airbnb, Inn Cahoots has the space to accommodate large groups of people all while maintaining a homey feel. The unique layout is comprised of five condo-style units which include five bedrooms, a living room, and a kitchen space. Besides the space, the proximity to a variety of hotspots and nightlife allows guests the opportunity to enjoy everything the Eastside has to offer.
1221 E 6th St. | inncahoots.com
