Downtown Austin Vacation Rentals: house rentals & more

Discover a selection of 1,000 vacation rentals in Downtown Austin that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $84 per night, and houses and condos are popular options for a stay in Downtown Austin. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed May 2021

Great hosts!

We had a great stay here. They are very kind and easy to communicate with. The property was very clean and the listing is accurate. There is a lot of construction nearby that was very loud and woke us up early every day except for Sunday. The hosts w...

Stayed Mar 2021

Perfect in every way!

The location was amazing, all communication with my hosts was so clear and pleasant, and everything was exactly as advertised. Cannot wait to come back! Also, I know that there was a warning about construction, which scared me at first because I ha...

Stayed Mar 2021

Great location, very clean and quite at night

The condo is great; very clean, close enough to downtown Austin that it's walkable, while also easily accessible for any ride-sharing service. A great perk for us, traveling with our young children, was that it's very quiet at night; 6th-street noise...

Stayed Mar 2021

Spacious modern loft in heart of Austin

Whole experience was mostly excellent. Check in was easy, the beds are very comfortable and the bathrooms are huge. The location is A+ and the parking situation is also easy. The building is nice, quiet and also felt safe. I would definitely stay her...

Stayed Mar 2021

Amazing condo

This place was my favorite of any condo experience we have ever had. The building was made of concrete, so it was very quiet. It was as clean as it could be. In fact everything felt new. It was beautiful and updated. The kitchen was well stocked with...

Stayed Jan 2021

Nice place - Bathroom cleanliness needs a little help

My wife and I took our first long weekend together in almost a year and decided to try Austin since we had never stayed there before. Almost everything was as we expected and the size of the unit was a perfect size for us. We've also never used vrbo ...

Stayed Dec 2020

Central Location

I’m from Austin so the location was great. The checking process was supposed to be automatically sent to my email, but it wasn’t. The staff was helpful once I phoned them. Lost one star for cleanliness. Loose long hair was all over the clean towels. ...

Stayed Dec 2020

Absolutely beautiful apartment!!

My family and I celebrated a birthday with a stay here and all I can say is WOW. Nothing short of a luxury experience- the views, the staff, the location was all perfect. We had no idea how cool this place would be. I would 100% stay here again. The ...

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Destination guide

Relax in Downtown Austin luxury rentals

Downtown Austin is the center of the action and the best place for luxury vacation rentals in Austin. It's home to a wide variety of entertainment options, including galleries and museums, hopping nightspots, delicious gourmet restaurants, and performance venues. You can find a little bit of everything here, from rustic beer gardens to bars in renovated warehouses and shopping streets with designer and indie gifts. If you like music, the Red River Cultural District is the place for live performances. When you stay in Downtown Austin, you have access to the best in fun and entertainment that the city has to offer.

Activities

Sightseeing in and around Downtown Austin

Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that Downtown Austin has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

HOPE Outdoor Gallery (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
Barton Springs Pool (1.7 mi / 2.8 km)
Austin Nature and Science Center (1.9 mi / 3.1 km)
Lions Municipal Golf Course (2.5 mi / 4.1 km)
Riverside Golf Course (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)

Natural features

Exploring the natural landscape of Downtown Austin

Whether you're an active traveler or just want to take in the scenery, Downtown Austin is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

Zilker Park (1.8 mi / 2.8 km)
Zilker Botanical Garden (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
Lady Bird Lake (1.3 mi / 2 km)
Lady Bird Lake (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
Shoal Creek Hike and Bike North End (2.8 mi / 4.6 km)

How to get there

Transportation options to and around Downtown Austin

Fly into Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.), the closest airport, located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from the city center.

You might consider catching a ride on the metro at Downtown Station for ease of access to the rest of the city.

How many vacation rentals are available around Downtown Austin?

Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 848 vacation rentals around Downtown Austin. From 176 house rentals to 580 condo and apartment rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.