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Backyard casita in heart of Austin-walk to dinner!
I really enjoyed my time at Nadia's space! Incredible hospitality and lovely setup. It's in the perfect location. The bed and pillows are sooooo comfortable as well!!

Hamilton Pool Road Guest House
This was our second time at Nell’s place. We love it there. Beautiful surroundings and very private.

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.
This terrific unit in a quiet neighborhood is close to Austin’s 6th Street restaurants. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils and we appreciated the coffee supplies and some drinks in the frig. Steph was very quick to our request for supplies. The outside yard/ patio sitting area was nice for some sunny day rest. Note- bathroom is downstairs from the top floor bedroom. Also be careful : it’s a bit slick getting in/out of the clawfoot bathtub ! Thank you !
Guesthouses with a patio

South Austin Oasis with Private Enclosed Backyard
Well located in South Austin with grocery stores, restaurants, a pharmacy and other shops walking distance or very short drive away. The house itself was perfect for the two of us—great size and very comfortable. We appreciated the privacy and dedicated guest parking. We’ll definitely try to stay here on our next visit to Austin.

Sunny Backyard One Bedroom Apartment in Hyde Park
Vanessa's place was super cute! A great Austin vibe. Loved all the plants and the décor!

Austin Cabin
It was a super cozy place. Really does give you a cottage vibe. Chris was really chill. It’s a great location not too far from the city but far enough to relax and there are good gyms and restaurants close by

Serene Garden Get-Away in the heart of Austin
The most impactful aspect of the rental is that is very peaceful and quiet when you are there.

The Rush Inn
Joe's place is small, but comfortable, and it's in a great neighborhood. It was easy to find parking on the street. I would definitely stay here again.

Guest house with private driveway and fence.
Look no further— this place is great! Probably the best value Airbnb I’ve ever had the privilege of staying in. Great location, clean, comfortable, and safe. Mark was nice and responsive. I only stayed here for one night, but would not hesitate to come back for an extended stay. Overall great experience and would recommend this to any friends or family.

#1 Cottage Austin Hill Country Quiet & Peaceful
Would definitely stay here again. It was so peaceful and comfortable and we really enjoyed the ability to have friends in a nearby cottage on the same premise. Supermarkets and lovely local restaurants are very close by. Amenities and space were more than we could ask for!

Travis Treehouse
Beautiful spot tucked away for privacy. We came to the area for a festival at Luck Ranch and this was a perfect, nearby stay for us!
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
Our family had a wonderful stay at Alison's guesthouse. The interior of the home was spotless and had everything we needed. The kids loved the outdoor space, and we spent a good portion of each day in the heated pool and hot tub. Plus, the kids loved the dogs, Teddy and Rupert. Alison and family were so friendly and great hosts. Thank you for a wonderful week in Austin!

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
We had a wonderful time! The home was easy to get to, had off-street parking, and is located very close to the river. We loved walking around the neighborhood and exploring the trail along the river. Also, the Launderette—less than a 2-minute walk away—was so cute and had great happy hour prices for a treat or lunch! Amina was a very responsive and thoughtful host. We truly enjoyed our stay and would love to visit again!

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
Abid & Lamiyah's place is spectacular. The property is very nice and well-maintained. The location is great too - very central in Austin, walkable to restaurants/bars along Manor Rd, and yet in the middle of a quiet (and quirky) neighborhood.

Charming 1 bedroom Guesthouse Apt. in Tarrytown
It’s always a pleasure to stay at Kelly’s ABNB! The location is wonderful, so love the quiet neighborhood and the ability to walk down to the lake. Kelly also is so welcoming… coffee, water, and milk, all ready for my arrival!
Quick stats about guesthouse rentals in Central Austin
Total rentals
50 properties
Total number of reviews
4.6K 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, LBJ Presidential Library, and University of Texas at Austin
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- Austin Convention Center
- Circuit of The Americas
- Bullock Texas State History Museum
- Pedernales Falls State Park
- Inks Lake State Park
- Walnut Creek Metropolitan Park
- The Bandit Golf Club
- Bastrop State Park
- Blue Hole Regional Park
- Lake Travis Zipline Adventures
- Palmetto State Park
- Landa Park Golf Course at Comal Springs
- Schlitterbahn
- McKinney Falls State Park
- Jacob's Well Natural Area
- Plum Creek Cellars
- Buescher State Park
- Wimberley Market Days
- Blanco State Park
- Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park
- Lockhart State Park
- Lakeside Golf Club
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Blazer Tag Adventure Center