East Austin Hotel, Austin

East Austin Hotel - A Mid-Century Scandinavian-Inspired Boutique with Pool and Rooftop Bar

Located in the heart of East Austin, five blocks from downtown, this locally-owned boutique Austin hotel features 75 mid-century Scandinavian-inspired rooms across multiple categories. East Austin Hotel houses 13 European-style rooms per floor with shared bathrooms, plus premium accommodations including poolside suites. The property centers around a Palm Springs-style courtyard pool with fire pit and abundant seating. Second Bar + Kitchen serves seasonally-driven cuisine, while the rooftop bar offers garden-fresh cocktails overlooking East Sixth Street. Custom craftwork and artworks sourced from Denmark and Morocco adorn the interiors. A 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and underground parking ($34/night) serve guest needs. The location places visitors within a 15-minute walk to the Austin Convention Center, one mile from the Texas Capitol, and less than two miles from the University of Texas.

Pros

Single-occupant shared bathrooms are cleaned regularly and include signature robes and slippers

Custom-scented Red Flower amenities and Gilchrist & Soames linens in all rooms

All-day happy hour at Second Bar + Kitchen with discounted pizzas, drinks and snacks

Locally crafted furniture and vintage decor throughout

Cons

Shared bathroom arrangement in European-style rooms may not suit all travelers

Limited pool pass availability during peak times