Hotel Van Zandt

Van Zandt is easily one of the best places I’ve stayed. From the second you walk in, the lobby has a sharp, beautiful design. The trombone chandelier in the lobby is a standout, complimenting the beautiful array of furniture with an equally gorgeous bar attached. Mason and Alex at the front desk made the check in process seamless, followed by Colton the concierge waiting adjacent ready to help you plan a perfect night. The room was clean, spacious, and had a beautiful view of the lake. Immediately when you walk into the room you’re met with a personalized message and a vinyl of a band of your choice provided by the hotel from a Q&A you fill out prior to your stay with a record player in the room, making it that much more special! The hotel is right off Rainey street and close enough to downtown to have the option of experiencing both, which I highly reccomend! Everything ran smooth, the vibe was laid back but professional, and the attention to detail really showed. The only part I can complain about is the fact I had to leave! Amazing experience across the board and I can’t recommend staying here enough.

We needed a hotel in Austin while attending a friend’s daughter’s wedding at a venue outside the city. This place looked attractive and with a cool vibe. That was true enough — great rooms, really nice shower. The neighborhood, Rainey St. District, is a lively music and food scene. It turned out that was a little too lively (noisy) for us, and the hotel itself was more noisy than we would have liked — we were on the 6th floor overlooking the pool area and restaurant outdoor seating, and the music there was going most of the day and evening (not super loud, but quite audible from the room). We didn’t have a chance to try the main restaurant (Geraldine’s) but the downstairs bar (Brass Poppy) had a few good small plate items and great cocktails, excellent service. It also happened that there is a lot of high-rise construction right around the hotel - looks like it is almost done now. We didn’t hear that on our side really, but didn’t make for great pedestrian conditions.

Modern hotel with friendly and efficient staff. The rooms were very pleasant with good shower and bed. Meeting space was also above average in design and service. Did not try the restaurant (Geraldine). Our group of 125 enjoyed the location. Recommended

I was able to stay at Hotel Van Zandt in Austin during SXSW 2025. This is my first time staying at this hotel as I have seen it before from various times I would pass by walking to Rainey Street. I decided to stay with my partner for 2 nights during weekend 2 of SXSW 2025.  Here are my thoughts: Pro: Close to Downtown Austin The hotel is ideal as its very close to the heart of downtown near the convention center. I'm able to walk to the convention center and other events of SXSW and then walk back to the hotel in ease.  Old fashioned room The room is very rustic and old fashioned in the terms as age. I was astonished on how well kept they made sure the room was for my stay. Con: Bed was very lumpy That is one of the most uncomfortable beds I've ever laid on before! The bed was very lumpy and would sink in when laying down.  No Shower Door There was no shower door in the restroom when I took a shower! I felt like I was going to get water all over the place while I wait for it seem like hours to get hot water. I didn't like this at all!  Rating: 8 out of 10

Great valet service by Isco, amazing hotel! Isco was an energetic outgoing guy and took care of my valet 10/10 service. Hotel was amazing, very clean and very nice people. No issues at all and had a great time with van zandt hotel, thank you Isco!