Fairmont Austin

101 Red River Street, Austin, TX, USA, 78701
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Fairmont Austin is a landmark luxury hotel in the heart of downtown Austin, recognized in 2026 with a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating and named one of Cvent’s Top Meeting Hotels in North America, ranking #10 on Cvent’s Top 250 Meeting Hotels list. The property blends sophisticated accommodations, exceptional service and the vibrant spirit of Texas to create an elevated urban experience for both business and leisure travelers. Rising 37 stories above the city, Fairmont Austin features 1,048 richly appointed guest rooms and suites, including the exclusive Fairmont Gold hotel-within-a-hotel experience, awarded One MICHELIN Key by the MICHELIN Guide. Guests can enjoy panoramic views of the Austin skyline and Lady Bird Lake, elevated dining experiences, Austin’s largest rooftop pool and the Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star-rated Fairmont Spa Austin. Designed for meetings, conferences and celebrations of every scale, Fairmont Austin offers more than 140,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor event space, including 13,500 square feet of outdoor venues. Meeting and event spaces feature floor-to-ceiling windows, abundant natural light, state-of-the-art technology and expansive city views, with flexible spaces capable of hosting intimate gatherings to events for more than 3,000 guests. Conveniently located downtown and connected directly to the Austin Convention Center via the Red River Canopy Walk, Fairmont Austin provides an ideal setting for conferences, corporate meetings, social celebrations and leisure stays. With acclaimed cuisine, world-class amenities and a central location within walking distance of Lady Bird Lake, entertainment, dining and Austin’s iconic attractions, the hotel offers a complete destination experience in the heart of the city.

Venue Details

ChainAccor
BrandFairmont Hotels
Built2018
Renovated-
Total meeting space140,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms1,048
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Forbes Travel Guide
AAA
Northstar

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
Michelin Key 2025: Fairmont Gold Michelin recommended 2025: Garrison Restuarant Forbes 4 Star 2025: Hotel, Restaurant, and Spa Time Out: Best Downtown Austin Hotels 2024 ELLE: Best Spas in the US 2024 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence: Garrison 2024 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards: Top 10 Hotels in Texas 2024 Travel + Leisure World’s Best: Top 5 Austin Hotels 2024 TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2024

Venue Highlights

3D Event Space
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Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Calls (local)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Key Global Eco-Rating
Sustainability level: 4 Green Keys

Certification body:Green Key Global

Issued: 4/10/2024 Expires: 4/10/2027

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Oct 2, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026
Oct 9, 2026 - Oct 9, 2026
Oct 18, 2026 - Oct 21, 2026
Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026
Nov 5, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026
Nov 12, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026
Nov 21, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027
Jan 8, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027
Jan 15, 2027 - Jan 17, 2027
Jan 21, 2027 - Jan 21, 2027
Jan 24, 2027 - Jan 24, 2027
Jan 28, 2027 - Jan 31, 2027

Seasonal Availability

Match your event dates with this hotel’s availability. Low seasons tend to have better availability.
High season
Oct 01 - Oct 31Jan 20 - May 31
Shoulder season
Jan 01 - Jan 19Nov 01 - Nov 30Sep 01 - Sep 30
Low season
Jun 01 - Aug 31Dec 01 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
140,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
31,125 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
27
Second largest room
28,375 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
31,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
15,500 sq. ft.

Menus

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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Manchester EG
Park View
Manchester Ballroom Salon E
Palm Park A
Manchester Ballroom Salon G

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
1,048
Single (1 bed)
690
Single (1 bed) rate
$179.00 - $799.00
Double (2 beds)
358
Double (2 beds) rate
$179.00 - $799.00
Suites
60
Tax rate
17.7%

Location

Getting Here

Directions from the Airport From Presidential Blvd take TX-71 W. Then take I-35 N/US-290 E to N I-35 Frontage Road. Exit 234B, follow to E 1st St/E Cesar Chavez St. to Red River St. Parking The hotel offers self parking and valet parking at a fee.
Distance from airport 9 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $52.00/day )
Valet parking
( $62.00/day )

Local Attractions

Waterloo Greenway

Waterloo Greenway

Recreation
1 min
As a proud partner of Waterloo Greenway, Fairmont Austin celebrates the opening of The Confluence, a 13-acre expansion of Austin’s evolving urban park system that reconnects downtown with nature along Waller Creek. Located directly adjacent to the hotel, The Confluence creates a scenic pathway linking guests to Lady Bird Lake, Palm Park, Rainey Street, and the iconic Ann & Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.
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Double Decker Austin

Recreation
The red double-decker bus covers a loop in central Austin every hour and a half. It stops at the Museum of the Weird on E 6th, The Texas State Capitol, LBJ Presidential Library, the Bob Bullock Texas History Museum, and South Congress Avenue (SoCo).

Deep Eddy’s Vodka Distillery

Recreation
21 mi
Deep Eddy’s vodka is a staple in Austin beverages. Proud of their usage of real premium ingredients, their environmental-friendly vodka has zero byproduct or waste. Take a trip to the distillery for taste testing and a beautiful sunset view.
2250 E Highway 290
Dripping Springs, TX, US 78620

Hamilton Pool

Park
31 mi
Hamilton Pool Preserve is a historic swimming hole and is a sight to see while in Austin. Hamilton Creek runs out over limestone extensions creating a 50-foot waterfall as it drops into the head of a steep box canyon. The preserve is home to magnificent birds and picturesque wildflowers. Be sure to make a reservation prior to your swimming adventure.
24300 Hamilton Road
Dripping Springs, TX, US 78620
Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail

Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail

Recreation
1 mi
While in Austin, a stroll, jog or ride is a must along Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail. Located in the city center, this 10-mile off-road trail is a local’s favorite. The trail is engulfed by lush vegetation and provides breathtaking skyline views.

Barton Springs Pool

Recreation
3 mi
Take a dip in the natural spring-fed watering hole of Barton Springs Pool. It is a great way to stay cool in the shining sun.
2131 William Barton Drive
Austin, TX 78746

Second Street District

Shopping
4 blks
Comprised of chic consignment shops and coffee houses.

The Domain

Shopping
12 mi
Open Monday to Saturday 10 am to 9 pm and Sunday 12 pm to 7pm A shopping mall with upscale national brands and independent designers.
11410 Century Oaks Terrace
Austin, TX, US 78758

Continental Club

Nightlife
2 mi
This gem on South Congress is one not to be missed. This historic club has been around since 1955 and home to some of the greats in rock, country and blues. National and local artists have graced the stage and a few have their murals decorating the interior walls.
1315 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX, US 78704
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Antone’s

Nightlife
3 blks
This night club is an iconic blues and R&B venue. Helping advance local talent, Antone’s represents the community of Austin.
305 E 5th St
Austin, TX, US 78701
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ACL Live at the Moody Theatre

Theater
1 mi
The jam-packed schedule proves ACL Live to be the leading destination for live performances. The Moody Theatre is also the venue to film the longest running music series in American television history, the PBS series Austin City Limits.
310 W Willie Nelson Blvd
Austin, TX, US 78701
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South Congress

South Congress

Shopping
5 mi
Nationally noted for its food trucks, boutiques, music and art venues and striking view of the State Capitol.
Sixth Street

Sixth Street

Nightlife
5 blks
In the city’s urban core, Sixth Street plays host to music and film festivals, bars, eateries and entertainment venues.

Red River Cultural District

Nightlife
A music-lovers paradise, where more than 20 bands play nightly within three blocks in this nightclub heavy neighborhood.

Rainey Street Historic District

Nightlife
2 blks
Residing two blocks from Fairmont Austin in downtown’s southeast corner, is a one-of-a-kind find for cocktail aficionados and food truck foodies.

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Additional Information

Additional details

NUMBER OF ROOMS AND FLOORS 1,048 total guest rooms throughout 37 total floors 60 total suites 97 total Fairmont Gold rooms GUEST ROOMS AND SUITES Featuring sweeping views of Lady Bird Lake, the State Capitol or the city’s thriving downtown, Fairmont Austin’s thoughtfully-appointed guest rooms and suites highlight rich textures, elegant décor and are discreetly fitted with the latest conveniences and technology. FAIRMONT GOLD Fairmont Gold, an exclusive hotel within a hotel, offers private check-in and checkout; 97 exceptionally comfortable Gold rooms and suites, on four private floors; complimentary deluxe breakfast, afternoon snacks and dedicated concierge team that sees to guests’ every need. LOCATION Nine miles from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Fairmont Austin is ideally located in Austin’s Central Business District, and is in close proximity to the Rainey Street Historic District and lively Sixth Street. The hotel features direct access to the Austin Convention Center via the Red River Canopy Walk and is within walking distance to restaurants, galleries and live entertainment.

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Fairmont Austin Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Fairmont Austin regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Fairmont Austin's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
https://all.accor.com/fr/sustainable-development/index.shtml
Does Fairmont Austin have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, With Planet 21 Accor as a company has implemented a diversion of waste by doing away with single use products.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Fairmont Austin and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Fairmont Austin's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://group.accor.com/-/media/Corporate/Investors/Documents-de-reference/OPT_ACCOR_DEU_2021_MEL_US_300322.pdf

Health and Safety

Were practices at Fairmont Austin developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Fairmont Austin clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
No response.
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