Hilton Austin Airport, Austin

Hilton Austin Airport - Historic Air Command Center with 24-hour Airport Shuttle and Outdoor Saline Pool

Located directly on the grounds of Bergstrom International Airport, this 3-star Austin hotel occupies a unique round building formerly known as 'the Donut'-a strategic air command center during the Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, and Desert Storm. The Hilton Austin Airport provides 48000 square feet of conference space and a 24-hour business center. Creeks Restaurant serves farm-to-table Texan cuisine in an open kitchen setting, while Creeks Lounge offers microbrews and specialty cocktails in the garden atrium. Guests have access to an outdoor saline pool, whirlpool, and 24-hour fitness center. Each room features premium bedding, air conditioning, free WiFi, safes, and iPod-compatible radios. The property stands 7 miles from downtown, offering complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to the main terminal. The hotel's position places it 15 minutes from Circuit of The Americas and the Met Center.

Pros

Historic building with unique circular architecture from its military past

Garden atrium setting for the hotel's lounge

Full-service catering and event staff for conferences

Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, security system, and first aid kits

Cons

7-mile distance from downtown Austin's entertainment districts

Full room cleaning service provided every fourth night