Driskill Experiences

To stay at The Driskill is to step into the soul of Austin, where each moment unfolds with a sense of place and quiet discovery. Mornings begin slowly with coffee from 1886 Café & Bakery, where the atmosphere carries the same warmth and familiarity as the city itself. Afternoons invite pause over high tea, an indulgent Austin experience, rooted in tradition yet distinctly local.

As evening arrives, the tone shifts. A seat at the Driskill Hotel Bar offers a sense of continuity, where the legacy of The Driskill Bar lives on in low light and easy conversation.

Step beyond the doors and the city opens up. As one of the most storied hotels in Austin, TX, The Driskill places you at the center of it all, with some of the most memorable things to do on 6th Street just moments away.

There is no fixed itinerary here. Only a sense that whatever the day holds, it will be worth remembering.

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Mother's Day Tea

In the heart of historic Austin, where Texas hospitality has been celebrated for generations, Mother’s Day unfolds with timeless elegance at The Driskill.

Guests are invited to gather for a tea service that celebrates the art of lingering. Beneath the glittering chandeliers of the newly restored Mezzanine Level, and surrounded by the warmth and gracious spirit of The Driskill, each moment is designed to be savored.

A thoughtfully composed menu of delicate tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones with traditional accompaniments, and exquisite pastries awaits—each prepared by our culinary team with care and seasonal inspiration. A curated selection of fine teas completes the experience, while sparkling wine may be enjoyed for those wishing to raise a celebratory toast.

Join us for an afternoon as meaningful as the women we celebrate, with complimentary family portraits to capture the occasion.

Reservations are required.

Bolos & Bourbon

At The Driskill, certain traditions are meant to be experienced, not observed. This gathering brings together Texas heritage and Austin history in a way that feels both personal and enduring.

Take a seat and craft your own custom bolo tie, a quiet nod to Lone Star style, guided by hand and story. Alongside, a spirit specialist pours a thoughtful bourbon flight, sharing the character and craft behind each selection.

Set within the legacy of The Driskill Hotel Bar, where conversation has long shaped the room, the experience unfolds with ease. Part workshop, part ritual, it is an invitation to settle in, stay a while, and take a piece of Texas with you.

Explore Austin

The Driskill places you in the heart of Downtown Austin. Just beyond the doors, 6th Street comes alive with live music, local culture, and the unmistakable energy of downtown Austin.

Step beyond downtown to explore Lady Bird Lake and Barton Springs, each offering an opportunity to reconnect with what makes Austin unique.

Whether you’re drawn to the pulse of downtown or the calm of Austin’s surrounding nature, The Driskill is your starting point for discovery.