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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand.

A reception desk with a clock, a computer, and a window with curtains.

A motel with a covered parking area, a sign indicating towing enforcement, and a palm tree nearby.

A vending machine with a variety of beverages and snacks, a smaller machine with a basket of plants, and a tiled floor.

1. Austin Motor Inn

15.3 km from Philosophers' Rock

Bruce

AED 137

AED 163 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A sign for Studio 6 Extended Stay with a WiFi symbol.

A compact kitchen with a wooden countertop, a black refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted TV.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, sink, and a black refrigerator.

2. Studio 6 Extended Stay - Austin, TX - Midtown

9.2 km from Philosophers' Rock

Curtis

AED 200

AED 251 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious living room with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A balcony with a view of a green landscape and a path.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a wooden dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A room with a table and chairs facing a large window with a view of a green landscape and a clear sky.

3. Mountain Star Lodge

19 km from Philosophers' Rock

Richard

AED 294

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a black metal fence. There are lounge chairs aligned along the fence.

A bathroom with a white marble countertop, a sink, a mirror, and a light fixture above the mirror.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A reception area with a marble counter, a clock, a television, and a wreath on the wall.

4. Budget Inn

12.5 km from Philosophers' Rock

Ricardo

AED 145

AED 175 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'LaQuinta' sign, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern conference room with a wooden ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, and a carpeted floor.

A modern office lounge with sofas, tables, and chairs arranged for seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Parmer/Tech Ridge

17.5 km from Philosophers' Rock

Mary Lou

AED 297

AED 354 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A living room with a red leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a TV on a stand, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception area with a counter, a potted plant, a coffee station, a trash bin, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel lobby with leather chairs, a reception desk, and a stone wall.

A hotel pool area with a clear blue pool, lounge chairs, and a fence.

6. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South – Airport.

6.6 km from Philosophers' Rock

Chase

AED 215

AED 257 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A rooftop terrace with modern outdoor furniture, a bar area, and a city skyline view.

A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, a basket of coffee pods, and a kettle.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large window offering a city view.

7. Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

East Cesar Chavez, 4.3 km from Philosophers' Rock

claudia

AED 294

AED 516 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hotel bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a trash bin.

A hotel entrance with a red-tiled roof, a covered walkway, and a landscaped driveway.

A hotel dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a kitchen area with a microwave and coffee machine, and a TV mounted on the wall.

8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Oltorf

4.5 km from Philosophers' Rock

Susan

AED 247

AED 294 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom visible in the background.

A motel with a blue sign indicating the lobby is to the left. There are multiple floors with balconies and staircases.

A motel reception desk with a large sign reading "We'll leave the light on for you."

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a two-story structure.

9. Motel 6 Austin, TX - North Central

10.8 km from Philosophers' Rock

Yusuf

AED 164

AED 195 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a fireplace.

A modern building with a fire lane, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden.

A bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a variety of bottles on shelves, and a modern ceiling design.

10. Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

6.2 km from Philosophers' Rock

Jasmine

AED 274

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A room with a purple sofa, a potted plant, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a granite counter, three pendant lights, a wall-mounted sign, and a patterned wall.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, a sink, and a refrigerator.

11. Econo Lodge Austin North near The Domain

12.7 km from Philosophers' Rock

Crystal

AED 213

AED 249 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A building with a white exterior, a covered porch, and a fire zone sign along the street.

A reception area with a check-in counter, a green chair, a table with magazines, and a view through the door.

12. Studio 6 Extended Stay - Austin, TX - Northwest

17.7 km from Philosophers' Rock

Sholonda

AED 210

AED 263 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar area, and dark cabinetry.

A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A reception desk with a glass partition, a blue accent panel, and a geometric-patterned door.

A modern building with a unique architectural design, featuring a combination of grey and brown panels, a stone wall, and a series of vertical columns.

13. Scottish Inns Austin Downtown

8.7 km from Philosophers' Rock

Brandon

AED 272

AED 318 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a checkered wall, a large aquarium, and two sofas.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance with a red-lit canopy.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A Super 8 University Downtown hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen displaying a welcome message.

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Austin University/Downtown Area

7.9 km from Philosophers' Rock

Hamidreza

AED 169

AED 227 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A multi-story building with a red-tiled roof, a covered parking area, and a white car parked in the driveway.

A multi-story building with balconies, a parking area, and a small garden.

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a television mounted on the wall, and a mirror.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a shower curtain, and a towel on the floor.

15. Village Motor Inn

3.9 km from Philosophers' Rock

Yolande

AED 141

AED 165 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A lobby with a stone wall, a sofa, a bench, and a television.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple floors and windows.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a television on the wall.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large chandelier, and a patterned wall.

16. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North

10.2 km from Philosophers' Rock

Eloy

AED 231

AED 276 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

A motel with multiple balconies, individual rooms with doors, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and artwork on the walls.

17. Econo Lodge Austin South

4.9 km from Philosophers' Rock

Abdil-rahman

AED 209

AED 245 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a lamp.

A rectangular pool with a blue interior, surrounded by a white deck. There are lounge chairs and a table with chairs on the deck.

A breakfast corner with wooden chairs and tables, a kitchen area, and a sign on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a herringbone floor pattern, a reception desk, and two leather sofas.

18. Baymont by Wyndham Austin University Area

8.2 km from Philosophers' Rock

Ricky

AED 179

AED 213 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a door with a sign.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a sign for '6 Motel', and a 'Donn's Bar-B-Que & Catering' sign.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a ceiling light.

A laundry facility with multiple stacked washing machines and dryers, a control panel, and a security camera.

19. Motel 6 Austin, TX - Airport - South

4.7 km from Philosophers' Rock

GUSTAVO Alejandro

AED 206

AED 259 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern interior with a leather sofa, dining table, and kitchen area.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a chair, a mirror, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

A modern building with large windows and a flat roof.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, a television, and a guitar.

20. bohème

East Cesar Chavez, 3.9 km from Philosophers' Rock

AED 757

AED 886 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Austin Motor Inn	7.0 Good 394 reviews	View
Studio 6 Extended Stay - Austin, TX - Midtown	7.6 Good 1,102 reviews	View
Mountain Star Lodge	8.0 Very good 793 reviews	View
Budget Inn	6.2 834 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Parmer/Tech Ridge	8.6 Excellent 810 reviews	View

Top Philosophers' Rock Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, convenient location"

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is amazing. Very nice and clean. Very good amenities. The room size is great, also very clean. Definitely I will stay again in this hotel in my next visit to Austin."

citizenM Austin Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great place. We will be back!"

The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing"

Glass Treehouse W/ Views-EPIC POOL-Kayak-SUP-HIKES-Restaurants ,Airy Exotic vibe

10/10 Excellent

"The hostess Lisa is amazing. The house is amazing and true to Austin. Definitely would stay here again."

Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service"

Parkside INCREDIBLE location-VIEWS-Kayak, SUP, Pool, Gorgeous Hikes-Restaurants

10/10 Excellent

"Lisa is an excellent host and the pictures do not do justice to the house!"

Other attractions near Philosophers' Rock

A statue of an adult and child in a park with a bench and greenery in the background.

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum during your trip to Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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A large outdoor gathering by a river at sunset.

Austin City Limits

8.6/10 (2,112 reviews)

After visiting Austin City Limits, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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A public swimming pool surrounded by lush green trees and a city skyline in the background.

Barton Springs Pool

9.0/10 (429 reviews)

You can take time to visit Barton Springs Pool during your travels to Austin. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A landscaped garden with stone planters, lush green grass, and a variety of trees.

Zilker Botanical Garden

8.6/10 (567 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Zilker Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.

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A river, a large crowd, and a city skyline.

Zilker Park

9.0/10 (5,278 reviews)

After visiting Zilker Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Austin. Experience the lively festivals and great live music in this vibrant area.

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Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater

You can make plans for a show at Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater during your stay in Austin. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.

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Zach Theatre

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Zach Theatre during your stay in Austin. Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this vibrant area.

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Austin Nature and Science Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Austin Nature and Science Center in Austin. Amble around this vibrant area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Philosophers' Rock?

Philosophers' Rock is located in a vibrant area of Austin known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 244 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Philosophers' Rock?

The Carpenter Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Philosophers' Rock. Another good option is The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Philosophers' Rock?

Expedia has 244 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Philosophers' Rock.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Philosophers' Rock, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Philosophers' Rock.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Philosophers' Rock?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Philosophers' Rock, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Philosophers' Rock?

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum, Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, and Blanton Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. Austin Central Library, Bremond Block, and Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at Moody Theater, Paramount Theatre, and Moody Ampitheater at Waterloo Park.

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Our top choices for Philosophers' Rock hotels

1. Austin Motor Inn

2. Studio 6 Extended Stay - Austin, TX - Midtown

3. Mountain Star Lodge

4. Budget Inn

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Austin Parmer/Tech Ridge

6. Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Austin South – Airport.

7. Studio Haus East 6th Austin by Kasa

8. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin Oltorf

9. Motel 6 Austin, TX - North Central

10. Ramada by Wyndham Austin South

11. Econo Lodge Austin North near The Domain

12. Studio 6 Extended Stay - Austin, TX - Northwest

13. Scottish Inns Austin Downtown

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Austin University/Downtown Area

15. Village Motor Inn

16. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Austin North

17. Econo Lodge Austin South

18. Baymont by Wyndham Austin University Area

19. Motel 6 Austin, TX - Airport - South

20. bohème

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Top Philosophers' Rock Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown

Hyatt House Austin/Downtown

citizenM Austin Downtown

The Loren Hotel Austin, WorldHotels Luxury

Glass Treehouse W/ Views-EPIC POOL-Kayak-SUP-HIKES-Restaurants ,Airy Exotic vibe

Austin Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Parkside INCREDIBLE location-VIEWS-Kayak, SUP, Pool, Gorgeous Hikes-Restaurants

Other attractions near Philosophers' Rock

Umlauf Sculpture Garden and Museum

Austin City Limits

Barton Springs Pool

Zilker Botanical Garden

Zilker Park

Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater

Zach Theatre

Austin Nature and Science Center

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