Austin is one of the top destinations in Texas, and it’s one of the best budget cities in the U.S. You’ll be close to Texas Hill Country, and Austin is known for its parks, lakes, and eclectic music scene. So I’ve rounded up the best downtown Austin vacation rentals.

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These vacation homes range from luxury villas to lakeside cottages to glamping domes. So whatever kind of adventure you want to have in Austin, I’ve got the perfect property for you.

Here are the coolest downtown Austin vacation rentals for your next Texas getaway!

4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 bath

This property owners describe this house as a “giant seashell unicorn…part Willy Wonka, part Big Lebowski, and totally unlike anywhere else.” This truly is one of the most unique vacation homes you’ll ever find. Plus, you’ll have incredible views and a fabulous outdoor dining and living space.

Downtown Highrise

Studio, 1, 2, 3 Bedroom Units Available

You can rent a studio or a 1, 2, or 3 bedroom apartment in this modern high-rise. You’ll have access to the building’s high-end amenities, such as the rooftop pool. Plus, the building is on Lake Lady Bird, and you’re a short walk from 6th and 2nd street, where many of the city’s best restaurants and shops are.

Trendy Villa

16 guests · 5 bedrooms · 9 beds · 5 baths

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more Insta-perfect house than this! The home has funky and unique decor and furniture, a resort-style patio and pool, a dreamy kitchen, luxurious bedrooms, and a magnificent stone fireplace.

Clifftop Estate

10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 beds · 5.5 baths

This modern villa has some of the best views in the city. You’ll have an infinity pool, barbecue, loungers, a fire pit in a private courtyard, a wet bar, smart TVs, and a gas fireplace. Plus, you’re just a ten-minute drive to downtown.

14 guests · 4 bedrooms · 7 beds · 3 baths

Outside, this cottage has direct lake access, a resort-style pool, a hot tub, a covered outdoor kitchen, multiple seating and lounge areas, a fire pit, beautiful mature trees with swings, and a spacious front and back yard. The home has a stone and wood interior, and there’s a separate master suite guesthouse.

Treehouse Vibes

11 guests · 5 bedrooms · 8 beds · 4 baths

You’ll love this Costa Rica-inspired home. The bright, airy, boho interior flows seamlessly into the outdoor living area and wrap-around deck. This home has lots of skylights, luxurious bathrooms, open-beam cedar ceilings, and colorful and inviting decor. Plus, you’ll be just a short walk from Barton Springs Pool, Lady Bird Lake, Zilker Park, and some of downtown’s best nightlife, bars, shops, and restaurants.

Modern Oasis

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 5 beds · 4.5 baths

This spacious, bright, modern home has every amenity you could want – a private study, gourmet kitchen, herb garden, open-concept living, billiards room, outdoor kitchen, heated pool, al fresco dining, and complimentary bikes. You’ll be in a lush, quiet neighborhood that’s perfect for biking and walking, and you’ll be near Zilker Park and many of downtown’s best restaurants, shops, and activities.

Luxury Glamping Dome

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 2 beds · 1 bath

UDOSCAPE is an adults-only star-gazing glamping resort in Texas Hill Country, just outside of Austin. This campsite has four pods on a hill with incredible views. You’ll have access to community grills, fire-pits, and hammock sites. Each pod comes with a stargazing tent or a hot tub. Plus, every pod has luxury furnishings, a kingsize bed, an en-suite, kitchenette, and a dining area.

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