Postmodern poolside revival
Postmodern pink geometry meets retro poolside energy, complete with sunken dining, lawn games, and late-night music in the subterranean lounge.
What it’s good at
Listed
A retro pink exterior framing terracotta interiors, checkerboard tiles, and custom sculptural lighting.
Listed
Morningbird Café serves breakfast tacos and Creature Coffee roast alongside lobby boot displays.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Waterloo Park and the Moody Amphitheater sit two minutes away, with Red River Cultural District music venues right around the corner.
The rooms
Soft pink and terracotta tones pair with retro-modern wood furnishings and checkerboard tile, framing views of the State Capitol.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Turquoise water stretches across a retro pink deck lined with shaded loungers, private cabanas, and lawn games.
The gym
Cardio machines and free weights sit under vivid magenta neon lighting in the 24-hour fitness center.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
Morningbird Café
The lobby cafe pours espresso made with local Creature Coffee beans alongside breakfast tacos and fresh pastries.
Restaurant
Swim Club
A sunken dining room with underwater viewing windows serves wood-fired pizzas and frozen cocktails.
At the table
An open-air terrace serves cocktails and casual bites against views of the downtown skyline.
How it began
Dating to 1984, the sixteen-story building was redesigned in 2024 to celebrate Austin's creative scene while preserving its bold pink exterior.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.