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A round wooden table with two upholstered chairs, a potted plant, and two glasses of red drink on the table.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, a chair, a small table, and a potted plant.

A living room with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned wallpaper.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a woven chair, and a small table with a cactus. A large tropical mural decorates the wall.

1. The Frances Modern Inn

Central East Austin, 2 km from The Vortex

INDRANEEL

P13,998

P16,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and modern buildings.

A coffee station with multiple coffee dispensers, a coffee machine, and a variety of coffee cups and mugs.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a cityscape artwork, and a bar area with high stools.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, wooden paneling, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.9 km from The Vortex

Danny

P8,690

P10,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A couple in a white robe standing by a pool with a cityscape view through large windows.

A woman standing by a large window with a cityscape view.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden tables, and chairs.

3. Fairmont Austin Gold Experience

Waller Creek District, 3.2 km from The Vortex

Alexander

P29,630

P38,227 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern house with a covered porch, a well-maintained lawn, and a wooden fence.

A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a view of the backyard through large windows.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A modern house with a covered porch, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped yard.

4. The Eastside Lodge Austin

East Cesar Chavez, 2.8 km from The Vortex

ALEXANDER

P14,591

P32,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern building with a curved glass facade, outdoor seating, and a clear view of the interior.

A modern indoor spa area with a hot tub, seating, and a city view.

A spacious lobby with a large tree, a fountain, and horse statues.

5. Fairmont Austin

Waller Creek District, 3.2 km from The Vortex

Jesse

P18,014

P24,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern indoor space with seating areas, tables, and a kitchen area.

A modern outdoor lounge area with white lounge chairs, a black umbrella, and a built-in fire feature.

A rooftop lounge area with multiple grey cushioned lounge chairs and wooden tables, surrounded by a wooden lattice fence.

A modern building with a brick facade and multiple windows, located in an urban setting with a clear sky.

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Holly, 2.8 km from The Vortex

Sofiyath Lahi Olare Waju Adu

P8,668

P10,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A grand lobby with a central staircase, a chandelier, and a red accent wall.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a table, overlooking a street with cars and trees.

A person in a white bathrobe reading 'The Royal Times' magazine, holding a cup, with a plate of croissants and a small bottle on a table.

A restaurant with a bar area, tables set for dining, and a stone wall backdrop.

7. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Congress Avenue Historic District, 2.9 km from The Vortex

Peter

P15,928

P19,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent tower in the background.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central arched window, and a bar area.

A reception area with wooden reception desks, a large window, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

8. AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas

2.2 km from The Vortex

Christy

P19,952

P23,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern cafe with a bar area, wooden flooring, and large windows.

A rooftop terrace with a mural, outdoor seating, and a garden area.

A modern interior with a sofa set, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a display cabinet.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the city.

9. Origin Austin, A Wyndham Hotel

1.9 km from The Vortex

Luis

P11,208

P13,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern building with a glass facade and a prominent tower.

A modern living room with a built-in kitchen area, a large TV, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, a coffee machine, and a display of coffee products.

A coffee shop interior with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

Waller Creek District, 3 km from The Vortex

Luis

P12,918

P15,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a prominent 'Element' sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and hanging wicker lamps.

An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a wooden planter with greenery, and a sign for 'caroline'.

11. Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

Congress Avenue Historic District, 2.9 km from The Vortex

Tommy

P13,770

P16,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel pool area with a clear view of the pool, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple windows.

A hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, seating area, and a TV screen.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a stone fireplace.

A modern hotel lobby with a large stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

12. Residence Inn Austin-University Area

2.7 km from The Vortex

Sandra

P7,922

P9,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern restaurant with a long bench seating area, wooden planters with greenery, and a high ceiling with natural light.

A modern bar area with high ceilings, bar stools, and a long counter.

A modern glass building with a reflective facade, multiple entry points, and a landscaped courtyard.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a large "Austin" mural.

13. Omni Austin Hotel

2.8 km from The Vortex

Nikka Mae

P12,114

P16,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A grand entrance with a large arched doorway, a chandelier, and a set of double doors with glass panels.

A traditional lobby with leather furniture, a fireplace, and mounted animal heads.

A hallway with a mirror, wall sconces, a fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

14. The Driskill, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Waller Creek District, 2.9 km from The Vortex

Bryan

P19,077

P24,815 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A rooftop lounge with seating and tables, surrounded by city buildings.

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a view of a cityscape.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern office space with a large conference table, a TV, and a city view through large windows.

15. Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

Congress Avenue Historic District, 2.8 km from The Vortex

Polyn

P13,760

P16,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar counter, and seating arrangements.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves with bottles, and hanging pendant lights.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a receptionist, and a brick wall.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

16. ARRIVE Austin

East Cesar Chavez, 2.6 km from The Vortex

Rachel

P16,575

P19,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern outdoor balcony with wicker furniture, a round table, and a sofa.

A modern outdoor lounge area with a large sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the city skyline.

A modern kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with a large island, built-in appliances, and a view of the city.

17. Placemakr Austin Downtown, Apartments by Hilton

Waller Creek District, 2.9 km from The Vortex

Leslie

P8,772

P10,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with a view of a capitol building, a dining area with a white table, and a painting on the wall.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern meeting room with a long table, black chairs, and pendant lights.

18. Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

2.5 km from The Vortex

Amani

P9,532

P11,428 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent sign, and a clear view of the street.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and windows.

A hotel kitchen with a buffet area, wooden cabinets, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a refreshment display, and a reception desk.

19. Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

Waller Creek District, 3.2 km from The Vortex

Anna Katelyn

P13,197

P15,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs, a bar area, and a view of tall buildings.

A modern restaurant with a long communal table, multiple pendant lights, and a large potted plant.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a bar area, and a view of tall buildings.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. Large windows offer a view of the city skyline.

20. The Westin Austin Downtown

Waller Creek District, 3 km from The Vortex

Anthony

P17,576

P22,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to The Vortex

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Frances Modern Inn	10.0 Exceptional 506 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street	9.6 Exceptional 896 reviews	View
Fairmont Austin Gold Experience	9.6 Exceptional 688 reviews	View
The Eastside Lodge Austin	9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Fairmont Austin	9.4 Exceptional 2,405 reviews	View

Top The Vortex Hotel Reviews

Placemakr Austin Downtown, Apartments by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great property, with a pool and laundry amenities!! The studio had a little kitchen with all the utensils. This property was a walk away from the action, and all staff were lovely!!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room is clean. Swimming pool is well maintained. Parking is convenient with pay by phone and you can just drive out."

Residence Inn by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay and the proximity to all the fun things!"

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

10/10 Excellent

"good location"

Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

8/10 Good

"The hotel is quite clean, quiet and comfortable. For example, the AC did not make a lot of noise. The only issue was getting enough hot water to the shower."

Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

10/10 Excellent

"10 out 10 very clean good area for good food"

Origin Austin, A Wyndham Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good place to rest. Clean, helpful staff. Facilities work well. Only nite was the fridge didn't work and one of the smart water bottles was already opened and smelled like nasty tap water. Rich ppl problems, but great for the rest of us."

Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Customer service was excellent"

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LBJ Presidential Library

8.6/10 (501 reviews)

Browse the thousands of items at this museum and library to gain insight into 1960s America and the life of Lyndon B. Johnson, the president for most of the decade.

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Museum of Natural & Artificial Ephemerata

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Natural & Artificial Ephemerata in Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this vibrant area.

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Texas Tennis Center

Catch an event at Texas Tennis Center during your trip to Austin. Discover the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Dolph Briscoe Center for American History in Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Cherrywood Coffeehouse

After visiting Cherrywood Coffeehouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin.

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UFCU Disch-Falk Field

Catch an event at UFCU Disch-Falk Field during your trip to Austin. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Joe C Thompson Conference Center

After visiting Joe C Thompson Conference Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

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Austin Panic Room

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Vortex?

The Vortex is located in a vibrant area of Austin known for its array of dining options and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 223 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to The Vortex?

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from The Vortex. Other good choices within a few miles include Hyatt House Austin/Downtown and Omni Austin Hotel.

How many hotels will I find close to The Vortex?

Expedia has 223 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Vortex.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Vortex, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near The Vortex.

What can I see and do near The Vortex?

You'll want to browse the collections at LBJ Presidential Library, Blanton Museum of Art, and Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium, University of Texas Tower, and Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Bass Concert Hall, Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park, and Paramount Theatre.

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Our top choices for The Vortex hotels

1. The Frances Modern Inn

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

3. Fairmont Austin Gold Experience

4. The Eastside Lodge Austin

5. Fairmont Austin

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

7. The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

8. AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas

9. Origin Austin, A Wyndham Hotel

10. Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

11. Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

12. Residence Inn Austin-University Area

13. Omni Austin Hotel

14. The Driskill, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

15. Hyatt Centric Congress Ave Austin

16. ARRIVE Austin

17. Placemakr Austin Downtown, Apartments by Hilton

18. Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

19. Hyatt Place Austin Downtown

20. The Westin Austin Downtown

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Top The Vortex Hotel Reviews

Placemakr Austin Downtown, Apartments by Hilton

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin Downtown - University by IHG

Residence Inn by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area

Courtyard by Marriott Austin Downtown/Convention Center

Hampton Inn by Hilton Austin East Side 5th Street

Origin Austin, A Wyndham Hotel

Aloft by Marriott Austin Downtown

Other attractions near The Vortex

LBJ Presidential Library

Museum of Natural & Artificial Ephemerata

Texas Tennis Center

Dolph Briscoe Center for American History

Cherrywood Coffeehouse

UFCU Disch-Falk Field

Joe C Thompson Conference Center

Austin Panic Room

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