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Backyard casita in heart of Austin-walk to dinner!
LOVED this Airbnb experience and would definitely stay there again next time I’m in Austin for another visit. Fabulous restaurants and shops within walking distance, gorgeous outdoor seating area in the backyard, super comfy bed, and even a couple of friendly cats lounging around the backyard on occasion, which was a nice touch :) I ran into one small issue and Nadia immediately helped to resolve the issue, with kindness and a smile. 10/10 would recommend!

Hamilton Pool Road Guest House
perfect spot for 3 friends in town for a wedding.

Country Living in Austin (close to everything)
Beautiful space and kid friendly as well.

Airy, Light-filled Guest House
Adorable spot in a quiet neighborhood and great location. The kitchen was well-stocked for cooking. Overall the stay was pleasant and the house was very comfortable and clean. Would definitely stay here again!

Big cute clean Casita in SxSAustin TX!
We had a great time! Jim was super helpful and welcoming and the campground was beautiful. Lots of stuff to explore and friendly people. The camper was perfect and just like the photos and description!

A Place To Stay In Austin
Enjoyed our stay, very clean place and super walkable. Stayed with a work colleague and it was a good setup with the two bedrooms and two baths. No living room or couches, but there is a kitchen table and chairs. Would definitely consider another stay here under similar circumstances. Thank you!

Private Guest House - Central/Rosedale
Had an absolutely fantastic stay at Aaron & Leigh’s. It’s a beyond perfect setup for anyone, staying for a night, or even weeks. They’re generous, accommodating, communicative, and responsive. Not to mention their place is in a beautiful area, walkable to many main attractions downtown. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in Austin.

Garden Guesthouse, central East Austin gem.
Steph and Joey were fantastic hosts. They were very accommodating at check-in and check out and we appreciated their flexibility and understanding. The house was well equipped and had everything we needed. The location was fantastic snd we were able to walk to all of our meals at several great restaurants and coffee spots. We would absolutely recommend and try to stay here again if we were ever back in Austin.
Guesthouses with a patio

South Austin Oasis with Private Enclosed Backyard
Love the location, my family and I enjoy how peaceful and spacious Lindsey house is.

Sunny Backyard One Bedroom Apartment in Hyde Park
Vanessa’s place is fantastic! The neighborhood is charming, very walkable and conveniently located near both downtown and the eastside. The place is very nicely laid and decorated and exactly like the photos. I look forward to returning in the future.

Austin Cabin
Very cozy & comfy cabin! I enjoyed my stay and loved when the chickens came to visit!

The Rush Inn
We loved this place so much!! The location is so prime for going to downtown, south Congress, or zilker. On top of that, the hosts were beyond friendly. The place was so comfortable and the perfect stay for a couple. Most of all, I thought the attention to detail made the place shine. There were snacks, topo chicos, face masks, and coffee all available. I would stay here again in a heart beat.

Guest house with private driveway and fence.
It was a pleasure to stay here. Mark was really cool, and the place was a joy to wake up to. If you enjoy great mornings in Texas, the patio is fantastic.

#1 Cottage Austin Hill Country Quiet & Peaceful
Stayed here to relax for a get away. Check-in was exactly as described. It was a peaceful and quiet place. The cottage had everything I needed and check-out was a breeze.

Travis Treehouse
The space and the view in and of itself was even grander than depicted in the pictures provided on the listing, but the high praise doesn’t end there. This was one of (if not the) cleanest and most well put together Airbnb I’ve ever stayed in. Need spare batteries? No worries, they have them. Aluminum foil? K-cups? Sandwich bags? Feminine hygiene products? They have all of that as well. Cannot recommend this Airbnb enough! Will definitely stay again!!

Tranquil Tiny TX Space with Hot Tub
We loved the place. Hot tub was great, the amenities were great. Wonderful hosts!
Guesthouse rentals with a washer and dryer

Private Tiny Homes along Brushy Creek
We enjoyed our weekend stay and strongly recommend this place. We felt right at home and enjoyed the peace and quietness of the community. We really enjoyed seeing the other guests on the property having a good time and just enjoying each other's company. Thank you for being an awesome host!

Backyard Bungalow in Heart of SOCO
Loved my stay at The Honey House!. As-pictured and literally a 1 min walk to all the action on SoCo but somehow quiet. It was refreshing to be in a guest house that wasn't a full-time Airbnb. It had personality! It was homey! Kristen provides a parking pass for free street parking upon request and we never had a problem getting a spot within half a block of the house. Would absolutely stay again.

Catalina Guesthouse w/ Hot Tub and Pool
This place was perfect for our first time in Austin. It was a good distance from downtown and other popular areas. Cody and Allison were responsive and kind! We love their dogs and the space. 12/10 recommend and would absolutely stay with them again.

South Austin Casita
I stay here frequently and it’s become a second home for me when working in Austin. Close to all the fun on South Lamar and South Congress… check out South 1st for restaurants also… can’t wait for the giant HEB to open on Oltorff 5 min away next month. I’ll be back soon.

Stroll to the River from a Serene Home in Holly
was a lovely place to stay, spacious, comfy and cool

Garden St Getaway
My friend and I recently stayed at Ana's for 4 nights; we absolutely LOVED this place! The unit smells like a spa each time you walk in. We were greeted with delicious homemade cookies and a basket of treats. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and everything we needed was available in the unit. The shower was beautiful with good water pressure (and designed for tall people) and plenty of hot water for back-to-back showers. The bed was comfy (on the harder side which I prefer). The location for us was perfect, within walking distance of trails, Ladybird Lake, downtown area, and good food/drinking establishments in the area. I have stayed in many Airbnbs over the last 8 years and have never had a host ask me what kind of coffee maker I preferred (Keuring or French Press?) or what kind of creamer I wanted - Ana did both! Ana always responded promptly to questions whether it was me or my friend inquiring. We got to meet Ana, Troy, and the sweet dogs. Great place to stay for 1-2 people!

Austin Little Grey Casita - near UT and Downtown
We loved our stay here! The home was exactly as stated and we felt very safe. Our hosts were immediately responsive to any questions we had both prior to arrival and during our stay. We felt right at home. We definitely will book again for our next visit to Austin!

Charming 1 bedroom Guesthouse Apt. in Tarrytown
Our stay was absolutely perfect. The location is quiet and private, but in close proximity to everything. Kelly was a great host and incredibly responsive. The unit was airy and stunning and had everything we could have needed!
Quick stats about guesthouse rentals in Central Austin
Total rentals
50 properties
Total number of reviews
4.7K reviews
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
50 properties include access to wifi
Popular amenities
Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool
Local attractions
St. David's Medical Center, University of Texas at Austin, and The University of Texas at Austin
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- Austin Convention Center
- Circuit of The Americas
- Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Schlitterbahn
- Blue Hole Regional Park
- Pedernales Falls State Park
- Bastrop State Park
- Inks Lake State Park
- McKinney Falls State Park
- The Bandit Golf Club
- Longhorn Cavern State Park
- Spanish Oaks Golf Club
- Jacob's Well Natural Area
- Plum Creek Cellars
- Blanco State Park
- Escondido Golf & Lake Club
- Austin Golf Club
- Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park
- Lakeside Golf Club
- Wimberley Market Days
- Lockhart State Park
- Barton Creek Greenbelt
- Cosmic Coffee + Beer Garden
- Zilker Botanical Garden