Nestled in downtown, this chic hotel features spacious rooms, trendy dining options, and a stunning rooftop pool, perfect for a lively Austin getaway.
"Host various panels including discussions on space food, women-owned CPG growth, Kenyan agriculture, organic food future, and Indigenous food systems." - Brittany Britto Garley
"Dive into a Texas-themed oasis at the JW Marriott’s heated rooftop pool. Soak up views of Lady Bird Lake and the Texas Capitol while sipping on cooling cocktails and enjoying light bites from the pool bar. Day passes and daybeds are available Monday through Thursday (noon to 9 p.m.). Craving ultimate relaxation? Reserve a cabana for a half-day session (noon to 5 p.m. or 6 to 9 pm), or splurge and book both. Self-parking is included. Day passes $50 Monday to Thursday, $100 Friday to Sunday; Daybeds $100 Monday to Thursday, $150 Friday to Sunday (2 people); Cabanas $150 Monday to Thursday, $200 Friday to Sunday (up to 10 people) Book online" - Darcie Duttweiler
"The downtown hotel is hosting a big party at its lobby bar, with live music, cocktails, welcome tequila shots, a dessert table, balloon drops, build-your-own Old Fashioneds, a margarita fountain (!!??), Champagne, caviar, and post-midnight burgers. General admission tickets are $85, with VIP groups for $750 or $1,000. It runs from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. There are indoor and outdoor areas." - Nadia Chaudhury
"This downtown Austin hotspot gets votes for good reason: There’s its prime location, of course, just minutes from the Blanton Museum of Art, Lady Bird Lake, and several hundred music venues—but what’s inside is also worth mentioning. Guest rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with dark, elegant wood furniture and super-comfortable, “Revive” beds; and the rooftop pool bar offers an Instagram-worthy view of the city."
"Cheeselandia’s state fair-themed display will feature a giant Ferris wheel of cheese, gourmet fondues, and fried cheese curds. The exhibit will include thousands of pounds of cheese, a magician, a juggler, boozy snow cones, and games. Chee-harmony matchmaking system and an augmented reality experience will also be part of the exhibit." - Erin Russell