McKinley Heights Travel Guide
Austin
Visit McKinley Heights
Things to do

1 hr Lake Austin Boat Cruise. BYOB (Shared - Single Tickets)

Austin Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket

Double Decker Austin Single Loop Sightseeing Tour

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in McKinley Heights

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown
"My family loved our stay. Honestly I didn’t read much when booking but the hotel exceeded our over all expectations. The room was huge. Even had a kitchen with an island! Very spacious for my large family. The sofa bed was also larger than expected. Morning breakfast was great as well as valet. The ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Omni Austin Hotel
"The furniture in room was old. Dresser has scuffs and was in poor condition. Toilet kept gurgling when we took shower.The noise from 6 th street was unbearable. Sirens, street car racing, bands, people screaming, ambulances, etc. We slept from 3-4:45 am only and left at 6 am. Couldn’t take it. Valet ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

citizenM Austin Downtown
"The AC in our room was broken. Called the front desk and they told us they would send someone up. No one came. We went downstairs and they just apologized and said they can’t do anything about it. Offered us free breakfast. It’s summer in Texas - it was 101 degrees that day. Staff wasn’t helpful! ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

The Code Hotel

Fairmont Austin
"Great amenities, great service"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Hotel Van Zandt
"The hotel is nice, but it doesn’t meet the expectation for the price."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Where to stay in McKinley Heights

Downtown Austin
Downtown Austin is popular for its fantastic nightlife. Explore top sights like Sixth Street and Paramount Theatre, and you can get around town on the metro at Downtown Station.

Lower Basin Lake Travis
If you're spending some time in Lower Basin Lake Travis, Lake Travis and Hippie Hollow are top sights worth seeing.

The Domain
Great live music beloved sports teams and top sights from Domain Northside to Cap City Comedy Club – discover The Domain, a destination also famous for its entertainment.

South Congress
The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to South Congress. A stop by South Congress Avenue or South First Street might round out your trip.

Lago Vista
Lago Vista is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Travis and Lago Vista Golf Course.






















