Ideally located in downtown Austin, the Doubletree Guest Suites Austin provides a comfortable base from which to launch shopping or sightseeing expeditions. Take a stroll through the University of Texas grounds, three blocks away, or browse the shops in the 6th Street and Warehouse districts, only a few minutes away by car. Other notable nearby attractions include the State Capitol and the French Legation Museum, Austin’s oldest structure. Neutral tones dominate the guest rooms, from the pale beige walls to the mauve-upholstered chairs and sofas. Views face either the gleaming towers of downtown Austin or the gently rolling Hill Country. Start your day with a Southwestern omelet at the 15th Street Cafe, or put your feet up and enjoy a glass of wine after a busy day of shopping. The restaurant’s visual appeal comes from latticework on the ceiling, and an explosion of florals – in topiaries, in vases, and along the buffet table. A more extensive drink menu is available at the neighboring 15th Street Bar.