4 Best Vrbo Vacation Rentals In & Around Downtown Austin, Texas - Updated 2024

Sharadha
Sharadha 
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The city of Austin, Texas, in the United States, is known for its perfect mix of history and modern culture. There are numerous places to visit in downtown Austin, Texas, including historically significant buildings and attractions. The city is also an entertainment hub with live music events happening throughout the year. This city of the blues and rock is visited by people from across the globe for vacation and business purposes. The buildings and spaces in and around Downtown Austin are of special historic value that makes it even more attractive to travel enthusiasts. This city offers lots of fun things to do that all ages will enjoy. Here are some of the best Vrbo accommodations in and around Downtown Austin, Texas!

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. Glass treehouse with stunning views (from USD 795)

If you’re wondering where to stay in downtown Austin, Texas, this unique glass treehouse offers a private, cozy space for nature lovers, with breathtaking views and amenities such as a functional kitchen, a TV, and Wi-Fi.

It offers the best of both worlds as it is in close proximity to amazing nature adventures such as Barton Springs Pool for swimming, Lady Bird Lake for kayaking, and Barton Creek Greenbelt for hiking. It is also just a seven-minute drive from downtown Austin, giving travelers a chance to enjoy the energetic local culture and cuisine.

Stayed at this property?
Austin, Texas, United States
3.39 km (2.2 mi) from Bullock Texas State History Museum
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 12 Guests 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
furniture was comfortable and well maintained
property was very comfortable with open concept kitchen/living room -- and large outdoor deck area
we loved our stay the house is spacious and cozy with a beautiful view
Cleanliness:
loved the house perfect location to everything very clean great decor and owner was great to communicate with
Host:
otherwise lisa was a wonderful and communicative host
lisa the owner was incredibly responsive and very non-intrusively checked in with us all the time
gorgeous design so much room perfect location wonderful host…can’t recommend this place enough and plan to be back
Location:
so close to the city yet so calm and peaceful
we enjoyed the great location and the house is super cozy
and it’s close to a ton of great restaurants and bar
terrific house in perfect austin location
swam every day in the wonderful barton springs and went for long walks on the river trail
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2. Casa De Miguel (from USD 327)

Located in the heart of contemporary south-central Austin, this pet-friendly beautifully designed home offers travelers the chance to experience home away from home with a fully functional kitchen, a spacious living space, and an outdoor area ideal for pets. The host offers free Wi-Fi and central air conditioning.

Explore south-central Austin and the Congress Avenue Historic District and the famous Museum of the Weird. The property is also located close to a variety of trendy restaurants such as Thai Fresh, Lenoir, Elizabeth Street Café, Sway, and Bouldin Creek Café.

Stayed at this property?
Austin, Texas, United States
4.56 km (2.9 mi) from Bullock Texas State History Museum
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

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3. Park Lane Modern (from USD 553)

This pet-friendly Vrbo in downtown Austin, Texas, features stunning interiors, a modern kitchen, and a balcony. It also offers a private gas grill and outdoor dining area if travelers want to take advantage of the beautiful weather.

It is located in south-central Austin but is also just 2 miles (3.22 kilometers) away from the city center, giving travelers the chance to explore various places such as the South Congress Avenue and The Continental Club for live music and Saturday ‘matinee’ shows. It is also host to some famous restaurants such as Perla’s, Hotel San Jose, Vespaio, Torchy’s Tacos, and more.

Stayed at this property?
Austin, Texas, United States
3.63 km (2.3 mi) from Bullock Texas State History Museum
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

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4. A suite within a historic Downtown Austin home (from USD 152)

The suite is a great space for couples to stay in Downtown Austin. Located in a safe and friendly neighborhood the suite is a part of a historic home built by Gov. Edward Clark in1858. The kitchen door leads outside to the backyard that has an outdoor grill and dining facility. Although the owners of the property live on the premises, there is a separate entrance and parking facility to the suite. It is fully furnished with all amenities as well as WiFi.

Stayed at this property?
Austin, Texas, United States
996 meters (0.7 ft) from Bullock Texas State History Museum
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The added bonus of a car space was fantastic
The apartment was plenty spacious and comfortable for the two of us
Other hotels include those fees in their base price
The heart of the city was just a 5 minute scooter ride away or a $3 Uber trip When we arrived the fridge was kindly stocked with cold water bottles and even two ice cold beers nice touch
Clarification is necessary for travelers to compare
Cleanliness:
The place was clean and well appointed and had everything I needed
The suite was well appointed and clean
This place was cute clean and comfortable
Place was very clean and close to many places we visited Highly recommend
Host:
We were surprised by all this and paid well more than other hotels with higher base prices
Renting the property was easy and the owner was very welcoming and easy to communicate with
I unfortunately broke a key in the gate lock the moment I got there
Jim and Janelle were great hosts and very tolerant
Ted and Janelle were amazing hosts
Location:
Quiet attractive neighborhood in the middle of the city
Walking distance to Capitol and many local eating places Priced reasonably compared to other options and exactly as listed
great location near downtown Very attentive owners
The house and grounds are lovely
We found the location easily from the airport
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Indulge in the eventful life of Downtown Austin

With so many musical and tourist events happening all around the year, this busy place is a preferred location for fun lovers. Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of hiking and trekking spots in the city.

Experience the wonderful culture and hospitality of Austin by staying in these very comfortable and spacious private accommodations that are available at affordable prices. If you like to cool off, there are lots of Vrbos in Austin, Texas, with a pool too. Grab the best deals on the Vrbo website by clicking the links provided. Live the Austin way of life to the fullest!

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