The Driskill mixes grand 1886 Texas charm with modern luxe, offering vintage décor, a renowned grill, live music, and rich historic vibes downtown.
"An iconic hotel in Austin, noted for its historic charm and celebrity guests." - Courtney E. Smith
"Of course, the historic Austin hotel bar whips up a mean very dirty gin martini. Sit at the bar for maximum enjoyment." - Nadia Chaudhury
"The historic downtown hotel is hosting Thanksgiving brunch for the holiday on its mezzanine. Expect carving stations with whole roasted turkey and honey-glazed ham; lots of vegetables; seafood like gumbo and scallops; sides like double-butter whipped potatoes; and desserts like pies and cakes. It’s $149 for adults, $49 for kids between the ages of five and 10, and free for children five years old and younger. Hours are from noon to 3 p.m. Reservations should be booked online; there are indoor dine-in services." - Nadia Chaudhury
"The Travis County Democrats are gathering over at the historic downtown hotel for its watch party. RSVPs can be made online; it runs from 7 to 11 p.m." - Nadia Chaudhury
"An old-school Texas tavern tucked into the lobby of the historic Driskill Hotel, this downtown bar nails its visual theme by incorporating leather furniture, dark wood paneling, Lone Star symbols, and even a mounted steer’s head into its decor. The result is a comfortable and quintessentially Austin place to relax with a cold beer, a classic cocktail (like a Sazerac or a Hemingway daiquiri), or one of Driskill’s own drinks (like the Samantha’s Ghost, which features mezcal, tequila, lemon, and orange liqueur). There are indoor dine-in services." - Taylor Tobin
