Gateway
Austin
Popular places to visit
University of Texas at Austin
Explore the campus of University of Texas at Austin, a top university in Austin. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Sixth Street
Austin’s answer to Bourbon Street really comes alive when the sun goes down. Enjoy live music, delicious food and refreshing drinks here any time of day.
Zilker Park
Paddle a canoe, hike along the extensive trails or unwind in the thermal springs of this idyllic park on the banks of a beautiful lake.
Moody Center
Catch an event at Moody Center during your trip to Austin. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this vibrant area.
South Congress Avenue
Nicknamed SoCo, this trendy Austin neighborhood has attracted the attention of famous musicians and presidents, and is home to a huge urban bat colony.
Texas State Capitol
A glorious, sunset-red granite structure that overlooks the city on one of Austin's highest points.
Things to do
Best of Austin Small-Group Driving Tour with Local Guide
Africa Hologram Adventure at Zoocade
Austin: Lake Austin Scenic Guided Boat Tour - Full Sun Shade
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures in Downtown Austin
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Spa-Quality On Demand Massage - Austin
Top hotels in Gateway
Sonesta Simply Suites Austin The Domain Area
Room was a little musty, steam cleaning planned after our stay. Happy my medicine bag was found and I was able to get it back. VERY happy front desk pays attention to side doors with who walks in, ensuring safety of guests! Bonus for that!!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
Pleasant room, quiet, clean. Breakfast was actually good, real food options. Fitness room was decent as well.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
citizenM Austin Downtown
Cleanliness
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Orangewood Inn & Suites Midtown
It was a cheap room but it didnt smell it had a nice tub and was clean and well put together.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG
Everything was good except there was no tv remote.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South
Check in agent was considerate of our preference for room. Room was clean, and door hinges and latches were quiet. The overuse of “room freshener” in the hallway was cloying and way too strong. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars. That strength of “freshener “ is often used to cover up bad ...
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway
The Domain
The Domain is known for its great live music, and with sights like Domain Northside and Museum of Ice Cream, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Austin.
North Central Austin
Travelers choose North Central Austin for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Crestview Station or Highland Station and check out top sights like Highland Village Shopping Center.
Three Points
While you're in Three Points, take in top sights like Austin Raceway Park and jump on the metro at Howard Station to see more of the city.
Tarrytown
While visiting Tarrytown, you might make a stop by sights like The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria and Lake Austin.
Lower Basin Lake Travis
If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Hippie Hollow and Lake Travis are top sights worth seeing.
Central East Austin
While visiting Central East Austin, you might make a stop by sights like UFCU Disch-Falk Field and George Washington Carver Museum.
