Check Out Brand-New W Austin

If you haven’t been to W Austin in a while, you may be pretty surprised during your next stay; the hotel recently received a multimillion dollar overhaul that includes the addition of a new restaurant and totally redesigned guestrooms.

Now, the hotel’s more than 250 guestrooms and more than 30 suites feature rich, bold textures and colors inspired by Austin’s fun vibe. Wall colors and flooring choices reflect the nearby natural environment. The hotel’s penthouse, meanwhile, is the largest suite in downtown Austin, offering panoramic views of the skyline and Lady Bird Lake.

A new coffee shop offers local coffee. The Blue Room is a by-reservation-only cocktail bar. The new Serenade American Brasserie combines the brasserie concept with Texan flair, resulting in menu items like duck confit with Texas root vegetables.

“Historically Austin has always been a hub for live music, trailblazers and a bohemian lifestyle, and we wanted to reflect that through this hotel’s unique design,” said Joanna McCreary, general manager, W Austin. “Our goal is to continue being an iconic nexus where both locals and guests alike can come together to celebrate the energy of Austin — whether that be enjoying a meal on Serenade’s patio under the gaze of the Willie Nelson statue, listening to live music in Living Room or simply interacting with our talent providing Whatever/Whenever service during their time at the hotel.”