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Austin Proper Hotel

Austin, TX • Second Street District • SPLURGE

avg. $440 / night

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At a glance

Kelly Wearstler's Austin tower integrates living desert landscapes, botanical interiors, and a rooftop pool with date palms.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts and collectors visiting Austin

Highlights:

  • Kelly Wearstler-designed tower with living facade of desert plants
  • Guestrooms with grasscloth, botanical prints, and mid-century Scandinavian lighting
  • Rooftop pool surrounded by Canary Island date palms and travertine
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Kelly Wearstler took on the Austin Proper Hotel — her fourth collaboration with the Proper Hospitality group — with a brief that could easily have gone wrong: how do you make a tower in a rapidly developing downtown district feel rooted in a city whose identity is built on informality and the outdoors? Her answer, working within a purpose-built 32-story structure completed in 2019 with 244 rooms, was to let botanical Texas filter in at every scale. The facade's charred-timber and warm-wood vertical screening, planted with desert specimens — agave, yucca, sotol — gives the street-level entry the character of a curated landscape rather than a hotel threshold, e-bikes and a timber valet stand completing the casual register she was after. Inside, Wearstler layered her signature eclecticism with unusual restraint. Guestrooms pair grasscloth wall panels and tall botanical-print headboards in terracotta and gold with vintage-style Turkish rugs, cerused-oak furniture, and globe pendants that nod to mid-century Scandinavian lighting without reproducing it. The bar and lounge press floral de Gournay-style wallcoverings into wood-framed panels beside floor-to-ceiling glazing, skirted armchairs and barrel-back club seating arranged around marble-top café tables in a room that carries the warmth of a greenhouse. The rooftop pool deck, dressed in travertine and teak sun loungers with Canary Island date palms massed behind the pool edge, holds its own against the surrounding glass towers with something close to composure.

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About

Located in Downtown Austin’s vibrant Second Street District, Austin Proper Hotel and Residences brings together Kelly Wearstler’s layered interiors, elevated wellness, and the culinary vision of MML Hospitality. The property features 234 guest rooms and suites alongside 99 private residences, creating a stay that feels both deeply personal and connected to the city’s creative energy. Dining spans four distinct destinations, from rooftop restaurant La Piscina, known for Mexican-inspired fare, small-batch tequilas, and sweeping Lady Bird Lake views, to Kappo Kappo, the hotel’s intimate omakase experience rooted in traditional Japanese kappo dining. Guests can also enjoy a full-service spa, fitness center, and rooftop pool deck, all designed to move seamlessly with the rhythm of modern Austin living.

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Austin Proper Hotel Reviews

982 reviews

"I have both worked and stayed at many luxury hotels over the years, but Austin Proper really stood out to me. From the moment we arrived, the service felt genuinely warm and thoughtful. I was celebrating my birthday, and the front desk staff went above and beyond to make it feel special, which meant a lot and set the tone for the entire stay. The design of the hotel is stunning. Everything feels modern and curated without being cold or overly trendy. The rooms and common spaces were immaculately clean, and I loved all of the greenery throughout the property. It creates a calm, relaxing atmosphere that makes you forget you are in the middle of downtown Austin. That being said, the location is fantastic with beautiful river views and easy access to everything. The view from the rooftop pool was gorgeous (especially during sunset), the lounge chairs were very comfortable, and the service was friendly and attentive. The food and drinks were another highlight. Every cocktail and meal we had was flavorful, fresh, and thoughtfully prepared. Don't leave without trying La Piscina! This is one of those hotels that feels special from start to finish. Stylish but welcoming, luxurious without trying too hard, and absolutely worth the stay. I would recommend it to anyone visiting Austin."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 23, 2026

"It's rare and special when a hotel can attain this level of luxury and execution and do it authentically and without any pretension. Every touch point, every detail was spot on, thoughtful and curated perfectly. We were particularly taken with the warmth and humanity of the entire staff — from the front desk, to the hosts at the Peacock, to our server Ivan, everyone was genuine, kind and warm. Make sure to get coffee in the front room in the morning and say hello to Evie. She was nothing short of a ray of sunshine. It's rare and special when a hotel can attain this level of luxury and execution and do it authentically and without any pretension. Drinks at the bars were delicious, Goldie's was fun and the bartenders take great care of you. Peacocks food over delivered and the Peacock bar/Lobby bar is great. The Amenities are fantastic as well. The gym is hands down the best hotel gym I have ever seen. Multiple free weight squat racks, multiple reformers, every machine you want in a gym, trap bar and deadlift mat... The beds and pillows are so comfortable, the rooms are beautiful, modern and inviting and every detail is thought out- even the hairdryer is top of the line. The stay was worth every penny. My wife and I have been on a high from the trip all week. Anis and the team were absolutely wonderful."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

May 07, 2026

"Ate dinner pool side in amazing cabana at la piscina our server Celal was amazing, then had drinks at Quill Room after, Dayana and Dodd treated us like rock stars! My son’s 25th birthday was absolutely incredible thanks to Giulio our amazing Host that greeted us promptly at the door! Cant wait to go back!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 28, 2026

"We had a great date night last weekend at the Austin Proper. Started with “the best fajitas in Austin” at La Piscina - thank you Celal! From there we connected with Giulio and, per his recommendation, we transitioned to the rooftop pool/deck for a live DJ set by Phil Ross under the Texas sky. The atmosphere was intimate and welcoming. I highly recommend the spicy margaritas. If you are looking for an upscale evening in Austin this is it."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 28, 2026

"I can’t say enough great things about the Proper Hotel in Austin. I frequent this place every weekend and they are hands down the best hotel in the city. The customer service, attention to detail and their terrific food and beverage offerings make it the best place to hang out on a weekend. I want to give a special shout-out to Giulio and Israel as these two individuals are rockstars and always make my experience memorable each and every single week. They are the most patient and accommodating individuals in the game and if you are lucky enough to be looked after by them, you will know what I am talking about. If you haven’t been to the Proper in Austin, stop what you are doing and go now! You can thank me later!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Apr 28, 2026

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