Colton House Hotel

A big personality in small-town Texas, Colton House Hotel is both enviously cool and comfortingly welcoming. There’s no cookie-cutter approach to stays here, in a hotel that flexes to suit each guest. In fact, its ‘your stay, your way’ ethos makes it the perfect retreat for everyone from culture-seeking travellers to families in search of R&R.  

Beyond the ultra-modern entrance, walls become galleries for local artists, and bespoke, eclectic furnishings tell the story of craftsmanship – whether it’s the velvet Chesterfields, Edison bulb lights or deco-inspired scoop-backed chairs that stand at the bar. Those in the know make a beeline for the outdoor pool, where day passes promise sleek black loungers, cabanas and towel service – plus bocce ball, and picnic spots for kids to hang out in. Or have the spa come to you with in-room wellness treatments, scheduled via app. After all, the spacious suites at Colton House are difficult to leave. Trend-setting design runs across each mini residence, with studios, and two- and three-bedroom suites made for long, leisurely stays. And deep-soak tubs with Beekman goodies for immersion in luxury. 
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After rustling up migas in your private kitchen, strike out into Austin. Here, you can’t swing a banjo without hitting an iconic musical site, or street. Walk 6th Street, listening for the beat of Maggie Mae’s, or zip over to Rainey Street. Northwest of Colton House brings you to Barton Springs, perfect for a summer’s day dip. While bikers and hikers should head to the boardwalks and trails around Lady Bird Lake. And if you’re in town for SXSW festival, you’re in for a treat.