Planning your wedding in the heart of Texas? You’re in luck! Austin hotel wedding venues offer everything from lakeside luxury to modern boutique charm. Whether your day is intimate or extravagant, these Austin hotels deliver striking scenery and unforgettable experiences for everyone. As a wedding photographer, I’ve seen firsthand how these spaces transform into unforgettable celebrations filled with warmth, style, and personality.

Intimate Boutique Austin Hotel Wedding Venues

Hotel Magdalena — capacity ~85 seated / ~150 standing.
Tucked into South Congress with a modern “lake-house” vibe, Hotel Magdalena suits couples who want design-forward details and relaxed luxury. Vows on the lawn, cocktails on the terrace, and dinner indoors — a seamless transition from sunlight to city lights. The combination of greenery, wood tones, and abundant natural light makes portraits feel effortless and elegant.

South Congress Hotel — capacity ~180 seated / ~250 standing.
Urban-chic and distinctly Austin, this boutique hotel combines modern interiors with a courtyard that brings fresh air and natural light to the celebration. A popular flow is courtyard ceremony, pool-deck cocktail hour, and a sleek indoor reception. Clean architecture, moody corridors, and a golden-hour rooftop give you a modern city canvas with tons of personality.

Hotel Ella — capacity ~250.
A restored 1900s mansion, Hotel Ella blends Greek Revival charm with contemporary finishes. Many couples exchange vows on the lawn, enjoy cocktails on the veranda, and dine inside the mansion’s ballroom. Oak-shaded greens, marble details, and those iconic columns create timeless, editorial images.

The Wayback — capacity ~100 guests
Just fifteen minutes from downtown, The Wayback blends boutique comfort with Hill Country charm.
It features eight cozy cottages, a bright café, and oak-lined lawns that invite slow, relaxed moments.
Couples often marry beneath the trees, enjoy cocktails on the patio, and host an al-fresco dinner under the stars beside the café. –> Get Inspiration from Devin + Julia’s Wedding.

Elegant and Historic Austin Hotel Wedding Venues

Commodore Perry Estate — capacity ~250.
This 1928 Mediterranean-inspired estate feels like a private European getaway in the city. Ceremonies happen in the gardens or chapel (outdoor/indoor), cocktail hour typically lands on the garden terrace, and receptions move into the estate’s ballroom or back outdoors under the stars. It’s luxurious, intimate, and endlessly photogenic.

The Driskill — capacity ~300.
If you love Gilded-Age grandeur, The Driskill’s historic ballrooms (indoor) deliver marble floors, soaring columns, and sparkling chandeliers. Couples often welcome guests with cocktails on the mezzanine or in the lobby bar before a formal ballroom dinner. Every corner has a story—and it shows in the photographs.

Modern and Urban-Chic Hotel Wedding Venues in Austin

Thompson Austin — capacity up to ~250 guests (seated) / ~400 standing.
Located right in the heart of downtown Austin’s music and entertainment district, Thompson Austin offers a sleek, modern setting with expansive event spaces including a floor-to-ceiling windowed ballroom and outdoor terrace options. Couples often begin their celebration on the terrace or rooftop lounge for cocktails (outdoor), then move into the stylish indoor ballroom for the reception. With its minimal design, urban views, and polished hospitality, Thompson Austin is ideal for couples who want a contemporary, downtown wedding venue with strong photo backdrops and city flair.

W Austin — capacity ~300.
Sleek and energetic, W Austin pairs a rooftop/terrace vibe for ceremonies or cocktail hour (outdoor) with its Great Room ballroom (indoor) for the reception. The contemporary finishes and downtown skyline set a bold tone; dramatic lighting and clean lines make a modern backdrop for a high-style celebration.

The LINE Austin — capacity ~325–600 (layout-dependent).
Overlooking Lady Bird Lake, The LINE’s glass-walled ballroom (indoor) and lakeside terrace (outdoor) are as photo-friendly as it gets. A favorite flow is terrace ceremony, lakeside cocktails at sunset, then a luminous reception indoors with the skyline as your backdrop—urban-meets-nature in the best way.

Kimpton Hotel Van Zandt — capacity ~400.
Set in Rainey Street’s lively district, Van Zandt balances a music-inspired aesthetic with polished event spaces. Couples often host an outdoor rooftop/pool-deck cocktail hour, then move into the ballroom (indoor) for dinner and dancing. Rich textures, moody lighting, and downtown views bring plenty of atmosphere to your gallery.

Lakeside and Hill Country Resort Venues

Hotel Viata — capacity up to ~230 seated / ~300 standing. Nestled in the scenic Texas Hill Country just minutes from downtown Austin, Hotel Viata blends Tuscan-inspired elegance with modern comfort. Couples often hold their ceremony outdoors in the lush courtyard or terrace (outdoor), enjoy cocktail hour on the lawn or poolside patio, and then move into the Cypress Ballroom for the reception (indoor). With its iron-chandeliers, hand-painted ceilings, French doors opening to the courtyard, and sweeping views of the hills, this venue offers a refined, intimate backdrop that’s perfect for photography filled with natural light and architectural charm.

Lakeway Resort & Spa — capacity ~320.
High above Lake Travis, Lakeway offers sweeping water views for outdoor ceremonies and terrace cocktails, followed by a ballroom reception indoors. Sunsets here are magic—golden light, lake blues, and Hill Country silhouettes create romantic frames without trying.

Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa — capacity 500+.
A Hill Country classic, Barton Creek’s lawns and terraces (outdoor) face rolling greens, while expansive ballrooms (indoor) comfortably handle larger guest counts. Cocktails often happen on the terrace before a grand indoor reception. Make it a wedding weekend with spa time, golf, and on-site stays.

Luxury Downtown Austin Hotel Wedding Venues

Four Seasons Hotel Austin — capacity ~400.
Five-star service meets lakeside serenity. Most couples choose the oak-shaded lawn (outdoor) for their ceremony, enjoy cocktails along the water, and then celebrate inside the elegant ballrooms (indoor). The lakeside paths and giant oaks give you classic, luminous portrait locations steps from downtown.

JW Marriott Austin — capacity scalable to very large events (hundreds to 3,000+ in the largest ballroom).
For statement-making weddings, JW’s downtown ballrooms (indoor) deliver scale and polish. The Congress Avenue Terrace (outdoor) is a favorite for skyline cocktails or an open-air ceremony before guests transition inside for a formal reception. Think sweeping ceilings, impeccable service, and plenty of room to design big.

Fairmont Austin — capacity up to ~1,200.
Towering over downtown, the Fairmont pairs glamorous ballrooms (indoor) with a rooftop garden courtyard (outdoor) that’s perfect for cocktail hour—or an intimate ceremony with sky-high views. Contemporary chandeliers, glass, and city lights set a sophisticated scene for large, luxe celebrations.

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa — capacity up to ~1,000.
Just outside Austin, Lost Pines stretches along the Colorado River with pecan groves, meadows, and patios for outdoor ceremonies and cocktails, plus generous ballrooms indoors. It’s a “mini-destination” feel without the travel—room for everyone, room for everything, and beautiful Texas scenery in every direction.

Your Austin Wedding Story Starts Here

Whether you’re envisioning a chic downtown celebration or a peaceful Hill Country retreat, these Austin hotel wedding venues offer something for every couple. Each property includes clear options for indoor and outdoor ceremonies, dedicated cocktail-hour spaces, and reception rooms that fit the vibe—so your timeline flows and your photos shine. If you’re newly engaged and ready to start planning, I’d love to help you capture your story. Reach out to Photos by Yaz to bring your vision and your Austin wedding to life.