Austin boasts some of the most Instagram-worthy hotels in Texas, and the same goes for their pools! You don’t have to be a guest to enjoy hotel pools in the city this summer. Read on for tips on which hotel pools you can enjoy without checking in for a stay.
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The Line Austin - 111 E Cesar Chavez St | $25 | 11a-Close Monday-Thursday
One of the newest boutique hotels in Austin, The Line is now offering guest passes so locals can enjoy the chic downtown space! A pool pass will grant access to the pool with one parking validation and is available for purchase at Dean’s One Trick Pony.
- East Austin Hotel -1108 E 6th St | $15-30 | 11a-10p Monday-Thursday; 2-6p Saturday-Sunday Through September 1
- The Westin Downtown - Azul Rooftop Pool & Bar - 310 E 5th St | Free | 5p-12a Daily
- W Austin - Wet Deck - 200 Lavaca St | $10-30 | 11a-9p Monday-Friday | Website
- South Congress Hotel - 1603 S Congress Ave | $30 | 11a-5p Monday-Thursday | Website
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Hotel Ella - 1900 Rio Grande St | $25 | Monday-Thursday
This popular boutique hotel is located at the former Mansion at Judge’s Hill and offers a chic outdoor lounge and pool for guests to enjoy. Email concierge@hotelella.com in advance for your pass, towel and valet parking ticket.
- The Four Seasons Austin (Downtown) - 98 San Jacinto Blvd | $60-$199 | 7a-10p Monday-Friday | Website
A day pass to the pool will also give you access to locker rooms, the fitness center, eucalyptus steam rooms and more. Enjoy free amenities like frozen grapes and mini popsicle cocktails while you’re at it -- or upgrade to a $199 daycation package which includes a 50-minute spa treatment and lunch at Ciclo.
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Fairmont Austin - 101 Red River St | $35-65 | 6a-10p
Purchase day passes to Fairmont Austin starting at $35 or Pool and Spa passes starting at $65. You’ll be able to enjoy poolside food and drink services as well as complimentary wifi.
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Hotel Van Zandt - The Pool Deck - 605 Davis St | $15-35 | 11a-Sundown | Website
Enjoy pool access through Resort Pass, as well as food and drink service from Geraldine’s. Children’s pool passes are available for $15 and adult passes for $35.
- Austin Motel - 1220 S Congress Ave | Free-$20 | 8a-Close | Website
Swim for free at Austin Motel’s Full Moon Swims (July 16, August 15, September 14, October 13) or purchase a $20 day pass (discounted Sundays) for access to the retro-inspired pool.
- Lone Star Court - 10901 Domain Dr | $15 | 8a-9p Friday-Saturday | Website
Head to the Domain for a dip in the pool at this retro-inspired Austin hotel pool. Happy hour pricing at the hotel’s restaurant lasts from noon to 9pm!
- Hyatt Regency Lost Pines - 575 Hyatt Lost Pines Road - Cedar Creek | $25-50 | 8a-10p Daily
Grab the kids and head to Hyatt Lost Pines for a fun day at Crooked River Water Park! Enjoy the lazy river, two-story waterslide, sand beach and adult-only pool with a day pass. Adult admission is $45 (weekday) / $50 (weekend), while children get in for $25.
There’s so much to do in Austin this summer!