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Our Absolute Favorite Hotels in Austin to Swim At

  • June 23, 2023
  • | 7:00 AM

Texas summers are no joke. We are either taking cover indoors with the A/C blasting or looking for a body of water to completely submerge ourselves in.

If you don’t have a pool of your own and are in desperate need of one, you are in luck. There are so many hotels in Austin that allow guests to come swim for a day without booking a room. Check out the best hotels in Austin to swim at as non-hotel guests!

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Hotel Pools in Austin

1. Hotel ZaZa

Enjoy an afternoon or evening pool sesh at Hotel ZaZa. Complete with individual cabanas overlooking Downtown Austin. Grab a drink from the bar and catch some rays!

Reservations are required to lounge by the pool.

Hours & Location

? Every Day | 11AM–8PM

? 400 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701

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2. Austin Motel

The Austin Motel pool is one of the most unique hotels in Austin to swim at. Located right off of South Congress, guests can enjoy drinks from the bar while they lounge next to the kidney-shaped pool!

Reservations are required to lounge by the pool. It is $20 per person for a daytime three-hour time block, $40 on the weekends. They also have adult night swim passes for $20 on Monday through Thursdays and $25 on Friday through Sunday.

Hours & Location

? Daytime | 11AM–5PM
? Evening | 5PM–10PM

? 1220 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

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? South Congress Hotel

3. South Congress Hotel

Hang by the pool with your friends and enjoy the secluded feeling of the South Congress Hotel pool. Check out Café No Sé for poolside food and drinks!

Reservations are required to lounge by the pool. To make a reservation email your name and requested date + time. Daily pool passes are $30 per person.

Hours & Location

? Monday-Thursday| 10AM–5PM

?1603 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

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? The Line Hotel

4. LINE Hotel Pool

Enjoy the LINE’s lakeside infinity saltwater pool which overlooks the Congress bridge. Guests can grab food and drinks from the Veracruz All Natural Mexican Food walk-up window.

Day passes are $40 per person and are required to lounge by the pool. They are only available during weekdays while weekends are reserved for hotel guests.

Hours & Location

? Monday-Thursday | 12PM–10PM
? Friday-Sunday | 10AM-10PM

?111 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

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? Fairmont Austin

5. Fairmont Austin

If you are looking for luxurious hotels in Austin to swim at, Fairmont Austin is your spot. From their state of the art, automatic contactless sunscreen kiosk to the poolside food and beverage service. Pool guests will also receive complimentary Evian Mineral Water Facial spritzes, chilled towels, frozen fruit, and other spontaneous pampering throughout the day.

Day passes for non-guests are $40 per person. Weekends are reserved for hotel guests.

Hours & Location

? Monday-Thursday | 11AM–8PM

?101 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701

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? W Austin

6. W Austin

W Austin’s rooftop WET Deck is the perfect spot to enjoy the day soaking up the sun. Relax in their designer chairs or round up a group of friends to relax in a private cabana. Guests will enjoy a lively atmosphere along paired with tasty cocktails for an afternoon you won’t forget!

Daycation passes vary per person depending on the day you chose.

Hours & Location

?  Monday-Thursday| 11AM–6PM

? 200 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701

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7. East Austin Hotel

The East Austin Hotel offers a beautiful courtyard pool for guests to enjoy. In addition to the pool, they have a pool bar featuring resort-style drinks you are sure to love!

Day passes are available for $40 per person. They are offered in three hour windows.

Hours & Location

? Sunday-Thursday | 12PM–8PM
? Friday-Saturday| 12PM–10PM

?1108 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702

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? Hotel Ella

8. Hotel Ella

Hotel Ella’s boutique pool is perfect for a relaxing afternoon. Guests will enjoy poolside dining in addition to their afternoon lounge sesh.

Pool passes are available for $25 per person and can be reserved by emailing the hotel.

Hours & Location

? Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday | 10AM–5PM

? 1900 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705

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9. Hotel Magdalena

Hotel Magdalena has a gorgeous 900 square foot sunken pool in their courtyard setting. It’s the perfect spot to post up, read a book poolside or cool off under the Texas sun. Did we mention, it’s completely new? They just opened in fall 2020 so you’d be one of the first to take a hot summer dip in there.

Four hour pool passes are available for $40.

Hours & Location

? Monday-Thursday | 3PM–10PM

? 1900 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705

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10. Thompson Austin

The Thompson Hotel is the place to go when you’re in need of delicious food. They share the same patio as the new hot restaurant and bar, Wax Myrtle. So you can take a quick dive into the pool to soak up the sun, and then head over for a full-course meal!

Location

?506 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701

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11. Canopy by Hilton

The pool at Canopy offers passes for $50, and there’s also a poolside bar, because who wouldn’t want to take relaxation to the next level? Canopy is also right above the restaurant Verbena, which has a variety of different foods perfect for whatever you may be craving.

Hours & Location

? Daily | 11AM-7PM

?604 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701

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Hotel Pools in Austin

12. Austin Marriott Downtown

The Austin Marriott is one of the classic hotels in Austin to swim at that many Austinites visit. Fortunately for you, the hotel has Corinne, a very popular restaurant that offers modern American food on the bottom floor. The rooftop pool oasis is nestled along the beautiful jungle of downtown Austin and serviced with a poolside-friendly version of Zanzibar’s menu.

Location

?304 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

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? Hotel Van Zandt

13. Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt

The pool at the Kimpton Hotel has a pool deck where you can indulge in cocktails and also shares a patio with the famous restaurant Geraldine’s.

If you decide to stop by during the morning for a swim, Cafe 605 is located on the bottom level of the hotel.

Location

?605 Davis St, Austin, TX 78701

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14. The Westin Austin Downtown

You’re right in the middle of it all at The Westin Austin Downtown, a modern and sleek hotel with some of the best views in the city. The pool at the Westin is home to the Azul Rooftop, where the pool gives off this beautiful hue of blue during the night. Following a trend from all the other pools listed, the Westin also has a restaurant nearby called Stella San Jac.

Hours & Location

? Daily | 1PM-5PM

?310 E 5th St, Austin, TX 78701

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? Hotel San José

15. Hotel San José

Hotel San José is packed with surprises in terms of its amenities. You can enjoy a cheese board and a michelada in the courtyard lounge, which is a common gathering spot for both locals and visitors. The lounge area serves a variety of alcoholic drinks and is open Monday through Wednesday from 12 PM to 5 PM.

They even have a “lounge after dark” special where you can get 10% off the full menu Sunday through Wednesday from 8PM to closing time. It gets better: Hotel San José shares a parking lot with Jo’s Coffee, a right of passage if you’ve been in Austin for more than a day.

Location

?1316 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

WEBSITE
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? Carpenter Hotel

16. Carpenter Hotel

Carpenter goes above and beyond by offering pool service seven days a week. You can choose from an extensive list of food options and drinks. There’s even an option where you can order wine by the bottle. If you want to enjoy the luxury of eating a full-course meal poolside, we highly recommend stopping here.

Here’s a link to the pool passes you can browse.

Hours & Location

? Monday-Thursday | 10AM-2PM or 3-7PM

?400 Josephine St, Austin, TX 78704

Omni Barton Creek Facebook Page

17. Omni Barton Creek

Unwind in a resort oasis surrounded by three pools to enjoy. Grab a refreshing cocktail from Nopales or the Pool Bar as you soak up the sun. Our heated pools are open year-round, perfect for families and couples looking for a place to unwind for the day. Guests can relax poolside in private cabanas, splash around on the splash pad, warm up in our oversize adult-only hot tub and relax by two fire pits overlooking Austin’s hills.

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? The Otis Hotel

18. Otopia Rooftop at the Otis Hotel

As one of the luxury hotels in Austin to swim at , Otopia Rooftop at The Otis Hotel offers one-of-a-kind experiences with signature summer-inspired cocktails plus stellar views of downtown Austin. Book a Day Pass for a daytime retreat to enjoy the luxurious heated rooftop pool or reserve a Private Poolside Cabana for up to four people. If the Texas sun whets your appetite, order from the menu of light bites. Parking and towel service are complimentary.

Hours & Location
Hours & Location

? Daily | 12PM-5PM

?1901 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78705

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? Hotel Viata

19. Hotel Viata

Discover Austin’s sweet retreat amongst the trees, Hotel Viata, with touches of Tuscany and Texas in the heart of hill country. Find peace and tranquility in the beautiful courtyard and pool oasis with the hills of Austin as the picturesque background. Sip Prosecco on the patio, or book a luxurious private cabana with lounge chair seating, TV, fan, and mini-fridge stocked with water, soda, chips, and chilled towels.

Hours & Location
Hours & Location

? Daily | 9AM-7PM

?320 S Capital of Texas Hwy, West Lake Hills, TX 78746

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20. Rancho Moonrise

Relax, float and recharge in Rancho Moonrise’s amazing pool. Whether you are hanging with your friends, kids or just by yourself, you are sure to feel rejuvenated after spending some time in this relaxing hotel pool!

Hours & Location
Location

?20117 Lockwood Rd, Manor, TX 78653

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? JW Marriott Austin

21. JW Marriott Austin

Enjoy luxury comforts and sophisticated amenities at the JW Marriott Austin in the heart of downtown Austin! This urban resort features a poolside rooftop, complete with a heated pool, craft cocktails, locally inspired bar bites and picturesque views of the Texas State Capitol and Lady Bird Lake. For the ultimate luxury experience, beat the heat and book a private shaded cabana with premium couch seating, a ceiling fan and cable TV.

Hours & Location
Hours & Location

? Daily | 12PM-9PM

?110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701

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Mackenzie Dearing

Mackenzie Dearing

Houston, TX native turned to an Austin local? Texas State University class of '22 ? Outdoor activities | Foodie | Anything to do with dogs ?

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