Basic Information
Austin Proper Hotel and Residences is a luxury lifestyle hotel located in Downtown Austin, Texas, specifically in the Second Street District. While no specific star rating is mentioned, it is described as a high-end, luxury property.
Unique Selling Points
Austin Proper stands out with its blend of luxury, creativity, and local culture. The hotel boasts inspiring interiors by renowned designer Kelly Wearstler and culinary offerings in collaboration with the James Beard Award Nominee hospitality team, McGuire Moorman Lambert.
- Named #1 Hotel in Austin by Travel + Leisure’s 2022 World’s Best Awards
- Featured on Condé Nast Traveler’s Hot List for Best New Hotels in America + Canada
- Recognized by Forbes as one of the “20 New Hotels for the New Year”
Accommodations
The hotel offers 238 rooms and suites, carefully detailed by Kelly Wearstler for a sense of residence. Interiors feature Arts & Crafts-inspired wall coverings, distressed hardwoods, and barefoot-friendly area rugs. All rooms include signature Proper beds, Aesop bath amenities, Kelly Wearstler x Parachute Home robes, and state-of-the-art connectivity.
Amenities and Services
- Dedicated spa (Verbena Spa)
- 2,000-square-foot fitness center
- Rooftop pool deck
- Bike rentals for lakeside trail rides
- 14,000 square feet of meeting and event spaces
Dining Options
Austin Proper features multiple dining venues in collaboration with McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality:
- The Peacock: Landmark eatery serving North African, Israeli, and Lebanese cuisine
- La Piscina: Rooftop restaurant offering family-style platters of wood-grilled meats
- The Mockingbird: Café & coffee shop serving savories and treats
- Goldie’s: Elegant cocktail bar
Recreation and Leisure
Guests can enjoy the 5th-floor rooftop pool, offering stunning views of the city. The Verbena Spa provides world-class wellness treatments, while the fitness center caters to those looking to maintain their workout routines.
Business Facilities
With 14,000 square feet of meeting and event spaces, Austin Proper is well-equipped to host a variety of business functions and social gatherings.
Nearby Attractions
The hotel’s prime location in the 2nd Street District puts guests within easy reach of numerous attractions:
- Lady Bird Lake and its waterfront trails
- Austin City Limits music venue
- Local boutiques and shopping
- Violet Crown Cinema
- Downtown Austin’s live music scene
Guest Reviews
Austin Proper has received glowing reviews from guests and publications alike:
“With its unique blend of Cali cool, Texas charm, and Manhattan swank, Austin Proper has all the ingredients for a chic downtown stay.” – Time Out
“Austin Proper is for the cool kids.” – Tribeza