Hotel Van Zandt

"You’ll totally forget you’re in the heart of the raucous Rainey Street at this relaxing rooftop pool. The boutique oasis boasts a refined saltwater design, plush lounge chairs, and premium cabanas – the perfect ingredients for a summertime sojourn. Unwind poolside with your favorite cocktail or draft beer from Geraldine’s. The pool is available from 11 a.m. until sundown with various options ranging from a basic day pass to the Ultimate Cabana, which includes passes for up to 30 people.  Day passes $15 for children and $25 for adults Monday to Thursday, $30 for children and $48 for adults Friday to Sunday; Daybeds $100 to $200 (up to 5 people); Cabanas $125-1200 (size varies) Book online" - Darcie Duttweiler

"The Hotel Van Zandt fits right into the Austin landscape with polished and imposing public spaces and plenty of local color. The Rainey Street hotel includes on-site restaurant Geraldine’s, Cafe 605, and the forthcoming lobby bar Brass Poppy." - Nadia Chaudhury

"Hotel Van Zandt is renovating its first-floor lobby to include a new lobby bar called Brass Poppy, featuring lounge-style seating, a metal artwork installation, and classic cocktails." - Nadia Chaudhury

"The hotel restaurant with its rooftop patio is hosting a Monday brunch for the eclipse. There’s the morning buffet with eggs, breakfast tacos, ceviche, omelet stations, and much more, a pair of glasses, live music, and a valet discount for parking." - Nadia Chaudhury

"Hotel Van Zandt, themed after a local musician, features an underwater sound system in the pool, free loaner bikes, and a daily happy hour. It's a five-minute walk to Lady Bird Lake." - Grace Smith