Hotel Saint Cecilia, Austin

Hotel Saint Cecilia - A boutique 5-star Austin hotel with a heated lap pool, vinyl library, and exclusive lounge in Travis Heights

Located in the historic Travis Heights neighborhood, Hotel Saint Cecilia combines five suites in the main house with poolside bungalows. The property centers around a 50-foot heated lap pool, open 24 hours and featuring six bungalows with neon soul signage against the Austin skyline. A vinyl library houses an extensive collection of records, films, and books, while the Saint Cecilia Lounge provides both indoor and outdoor seating exclusively for hotel guests and private club members. Each accommodation includes air conditioning, a desk, minibar, and cable TV, with some units offering garden or city views. The onsite restaurant specializes in American cuisine, serving à la carte breakfast and providing seated poolside dining under the arbor. Meeting spaces accommodate groups from 6 to 40 people, with the property capable of hosting ceremonies for up to 100 guests. Positioned one block from South Congress district, this Austin hotel sits steps from the Continental Club, local eateries, and shopping venues.

Pros

24-hour heated lap pool with poolside bungalows

Exclusive vinyl library with extensive record collection

Private lounge with stringent hosting guidelines

Daily turndown service includes locally sourced rainwater

Retail store offering curated travel necessities and local crafts

Cons

7.5 miles distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

Limited parking space requires luggage transport through property