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The Driskill	Average Price: $300 Check Rates

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604 Brazos Street

Austin, 78701 View map

4-Star Hotel Rank: 6 of 23
Average review rating: 4.09

OpinionWell Value Index: 3

Traveler reviews analyzed: Expedia (38) , MyTravelGuide (65) , Travelocity (4) , TripAdvisor (323) , YahooTravel (63)

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Construction:	No recent comments about construction were found.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. Once you step out onto Sixth Street you are in the most fun part of the city, an easy walk to almost anywhere.

"Where the action is " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/11/2012 Vote

2. Pros: Location to 6th street restaurants and nightlifeAbsolutely beautiful interior fixtures and decor that fit the propertyTop-notch service that fits the feel of the hotelbig windows and nice viewvery comfortable beds, linens and bath areaI wanted to live in the bar area, it is so cool.

"Best location in Austin; for those who love classic hotels, this is IT. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/27/2012 Vote

3. 6th street is youthful too cool.

"Historic Magic " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/5/2012 Vote

4. The location of the hotel is fantastic, right on 6th street.

"Ok, but expensive " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/3/2012 Vote

5. However, there is a very cool store across the street called Wild About Music that sells all kinds of music related clothes and items.

"Would stay here again. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/1/2012 Vote

6. The hotel is located in the heart of the famed 6th street which boasts plenty of night life for young and old.

"Excellent historic hotel that does not expect patrons to sacrifice luxury in order to enjoy it's rich past and beauty. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/14/2011 Vote

7. We even snagged free holiday street parking.

"Met all our expectations " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/9/2011 Vote

8. That's really the only reason for the 4 stars - otherwise it was a terrific stay in the heart of Austin right off of 6th Street.

"Had a great stay - but make sure you get the right class of room " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/14/2011 Vote

9. 6th street is a mixture of souvenir shops and pubs - a little reminiscent of the French Quarter in New Orleans.

"Beautiful Hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/13/2011 Vote

10. The Driskill is a beautiful old hotel located on 6th Street in downtown Austin and is convenient to the state capitol.

"Beautiful Hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 9/13/2011 Vote