Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown-Convention Center
3.0-star · 500 N Interstate Hwy 35 Austin City Center
4.3(4,003 Google reviews)
Hilton Garden Inn Austin Downtown-Convention Center
3.0-star · 500 N Interstate Hwy 35 Austin City Center
4.3(4,003 Google reviews)
At a glance: 3-star · Since 2006 · Renovated 2007 · 254 rooms
Near: Museum of the Weird · 5 min walk
Guests love: Service
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Deandra Perales
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Deandra, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad Todd and our valet team helped make you feel welcome, and that check-in and your room met your expectations. We appreciate your note about the front desk experience and will share it with our team.
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Veronica Morua
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Thank you for taking the time to share your 5 star review about your recent stay with us, Veronica. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with us and that Todd delivered exceptional service and hospitality. We would love to have you stay with us again when you are next in the Austin area!
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Ricardo Espinosa
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We’re excited to see your 5 star review and happy to hear that you experienced our exceptional hospitality, Ricardo. Next time you visit Austin, we'd love to have you stay with us again! Thanks for taking the time to leave us your feedback, as it means a lot to us.
Devan “D Leg” Legington
Start at the hotel's own rooftop restaurant and bar, Eighteenth Over Austin, for Texas cuisine and city views. For nearby options, walk to Iron Works BBQ for smoked meats, or try Veracruz All Natural for tacos and migas. Foxy's Proper Pub offers Irish pub fare and a rooftop patio, while Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken serves spicy fried chicken. Revolución is a good stop for coffee, juices, and breakfast tacos, and The Backspace has Neapolitan pizza. These spots are all within a short walk of the hotel, making it easy to find a meal any time.
The hotel sits in downtown Austin, just off I-35, with the Museum of the Weird a 5-minute walk and the Austin Visitor Center 8 minutes away. You are close to the Texas Capitol, a 14-minute walk, and the Bullock Texas State History Museum is 21 minutes on foot. The area is walkable, with downtown sights and entertainment nearby. For farther spots like Barton Springs Pool, 3.4 km away, you would need a ride or transit. The hotel's own rooftop bar and restaurant offer city views, and the surrounding streets have dining and nightlife options.
From Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), about 7 miles away, take a taxi or rideshare from the ground-level pickup area under the rental car facility; the trip takes roughly 15 to 30 minutes. CapMetro Route 20 bus also runs from the airport to downtown in about 35 minutes, with a stop near the hotel. If arriving by train, the Downtown MetroRail station is a short walk from the hotel. The hotel is just off Interstate 35, so driving is straightforward.
In the evening, you can start at the hotel's own rooftop restaurant and bar, Eighteenth Over Austin, for Texas cuisine and cocktails with downtown views. The hotel is steps from 6th Street and Rainey Street, both known for live music, bars, and dining. The Museum of the Weird is a 5-minute walk away, and the Austin Visitor Center is 8 minutes on foot. For a scenic option, consider the Lake Austin Sunset Boat Cruise, a 1-hour tour. You can also explore the nearby Warehouse District, about a 14-minute walk, for more bars and restaurants.
Yes, the hotel is a great base for exploring downtown Austin. You can walk to the Museum of the Weird in 5 minutes, the Austin Visitor Center in 8 minutes, and the Texas Capitol in 14 minutes. The Bullock Texas State History Museum is a 21-minute walk. For farther sights like Barton Springs Pool (3.4 km) or Mount Bonnell (7.2 km), you will need a car or ride-hailing, but the central location makes it easy to start your day.

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