W Austin Hotel and Residences

The W Austin Hotel and Residences is a modern high-rise with 37 floors reaching 478 feet, combining hotel and residential spaces in one tower. The structure contains 251 hotel rooms and 159 residential condominiums, all featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interiors with light.

The project began construction in 2008 and was completed in December 2010, with Magic Johnson's investment company providing primary financial backing. This development marked a significant moment in the modernization of Austin's skyline during that period.

The building houses ACL Live at The Moody Theater, where the television series Austin City Limits is recorded. This music venue shapes the city's cultural life and draws artists and music fans to the space.

The residences start on the 18th floor and offer one to three-bedroom units, each with a private balcony. The central location in downtown makes it easy for hotel guests and music venue visitors to access the building.

In 2011, the building underwent a major renovation where hundreds of glass panels were completely replaced. This followed several incidents of glass falling from the upper floors, a safety concern that prompted swift action.

Location: Austin

Official opening: 2010

Floors above the ground: 37

GPS coordinates: 30.26590,-97.74710

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:48