University of Texas at Austin - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 18 min drive
Austin Station - 23 min walk
Downtown Station - 9 min walk
Plaza Saltillo Station - 21 min walk
Restaurants
Voodoo Doughnut - 2 min walk
Velvet Taco - 2 min walk
Omni Hotel Atrium Lounge - 3 min walk
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin - 2 min walk
Eureka - 2 min walk
About this property
Element Austin Downtown
Element Austin Downtown offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Sixth Street and Lady Bird Lake. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Caroline, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are 2 bars/lounges, free bike rentals and in-room conveniences such as fridges and microwaves. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Downtown Station is 9 minutes away.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
144 rooms
Arranged over 32 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets stay for free (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Covered on-site valet parking (USD 65.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Water dispenser
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Conference space (1900 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free bike hire
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
24-hour fitness centre
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 91
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed-captioned TV
Grab bar near toilet
Toilet grab bar height (centimetres): 58
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
32-inch LCD TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Champagne service
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Dishwasher
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Mobile key entry
Special features
Dining
Caroline – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Coffeehouse at Caroline – This coffee shop only serves breakfast. Open daily.
Upstairs at Caroline – This rooftop bar only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 65.00 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Also known as
Element Austin Downtown Hotel
Element Austin Downtown Hotel
Element Austin Downtown Austin
Element Austin Downtown Hotel Austin
Element Austin Downtown a Marriott Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Element Austin Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Element Austin Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Element Austin Downtown?
Yes, dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Element Austin Downtown?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 65.00 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Element Austin Downtown?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Element Austin Downtown and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Enjoy amenities such as 2 bars, a 24-hour fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Element Austin Downtown?
Yes, Caroline offers al fresco dining and American cuisine.
Does Element Austin Downtown have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave.
What's the area around Element Austin Downtown like?
Element Austin Downtown is in Downtown Austin, a short 9-minute walk from Downtown Station and 19 minutes' walk from University of Texas at Austin. Our travellers say that the local area is very walkable.
Element Austin Downtown Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2024
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
25 December 2024
Omkar
Omkar, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 December 2024
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 December 2024
Great location for UT football
Great location when visiting for a UT football game. Comfortable walking distance to stadium. (1.2 miles) and you’ll walk with crowd of others both before and after games. So relatively safe. Room was great.
Raynaldo
Raynaldo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 December 2024
Austin Trip
Excellent accommodation, cleanliness, and delicious breakfast
Eliezer
Eliezer, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
29 October 2024
william
william, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 October 2024
Brandon
Brandon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2024
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
Comfy
I've stayed at hundreds of hotels, this was one of the best beds!
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2024
Candace
Candace, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2024
Pauline Chavez
Pauline Chavez, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
23 September 2024
Rick
Rick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 September 2024
Staff was amazing! Super friendly and helpful!!
Allyson
Allyson, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
Amazing Stay!
LORI
LORI, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 September 2024
Byron
Byron, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
danny
danny, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 September 2024
nice, clean room, very quiet, easy valet parking and great free breakfast
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
I loved my stay there. I plan to stay there again next time I’m in Austin.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 September 2024
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Clean area, patio was large and fun, complimentary breakfast variety and changed each day! Rooms large!