Austin Hyde Park Inn

4304 Avenue B, Austin, Texas 78751
Innkeeper(s): Jennifer & Guy Rochelle
 
  • Introduction

    Welcome to Austin Hyde Park Inn located in the Hyde Park Historic District just north of downtown. Enjoy the charm and romance of this turn of the century neighborhood while enjoying 21st Century amenities at the Hyde Park Inn.

    Our Austin Bed and Breakfast is furnished with period antiques and comfortable modern accessories. Enjoy reading or relaxing in our various sitting areas including a large formal sitting room and spacious wrap around porches, perfect for cooling off with an afternoon lemonade or glass of wine. You may also enjoy a refreshing swim in our private pool or unwinding in our heated spa.

    Spacious Sitting Room

    Our B and B is a wonderful hotel alternative when visiting Austin. A complimentary continental breakfast of fresh fruit, yogurt, granola, hot pastries, juice and gourmet coffee is served daily. We are happy to work with you to arrange group dinners or recommend restaurants in the area for your dining pleasure.

    Our bed and breakfast is located in Hyde Park, a National Register Historical District located two miles from downtown, and 1 mile from the University of Texas. Stroll down 43rd Street to Hancock Golf Course, Elizabeth Ney Art Museum, Hyde Park Grocery, Shipe Park and swimming pool, community theater, various shops and local restaurants.

  • Driving Directions

    Driving Directions from the airport:

    Leaving the airport, go under the highway, turn LEFT. You will be entering onto Highway 71W. Go one (1) mile and follow the 183 North sign for 2 miles; then follow the Airport Blvd. sign for approximately 4 miles. As you pass under IH 35, you will come to 45th Street (stop light). Turn LEFT at 45th St. Follow 45th St. 1 mile to Ave. B, turn LEFT.  Hyde Park Inn is at the intersection of 43rd St. and Ave. B.

    From Interstate Highway 35:

    Southbound:
    Exit #237A - Airport Blvd. At the end of the ramp, turn RIGHT onto Airport Blvd. and immediately get into the left turn lane. Turn LEFT at 45th St. Follow 45th St 1 mile to Ave B, turn LEFT. Hyde Park Inn is at the intersection of 43rd St. and Ave. B.

    North Bound Express Lanes:
    Exit #237A - Airport Blvd. At the end of the ramp, turn LEFT onto Airport Blvd. and immediately get into the left turn lane. Turn LEFT at 45th St. Follow 45th St. 1 mile to Ave B, turn LEFT. Hyde Park Inn is at the intersection of 43rd St. and Ave. B.

    From MoPac/Loop 1:
    Exit 45th Street, go east 1.7 miles to Ave B -- 2 blocks past Guadalupe -- turn Right onto Ave B.  Hyde Park Inn is at the intersection of 43rd St. and Ave. B.

    From Highway 290 from Houston:
    Exit Airport Blvd. , turn LEFT onto Airport Blvd. Go 1 mile to 45th street , turn RIGHT. Follow 45th St. 1 mile to Ave B, turn LEFT. Hyde Park Inn is at the intersection of 43rd St. and Ave. B.

  • Hyde Park Historic District

    Hyde Park Historic District is a neighborhood in Austin, Texas.

    Located in Central Austin, Hyde Park is defined by W. 38 Street to the south, W. 51 Street to the north, Duval Street to the east, and Guadalupe Street to the west. It is situated just north of the The University of Texas and borders the neighborhoods of Hancock and North Loop. Hyde Park traces its origins back to 1891 and is considered to be Austin's first suburb. The neighborhood was originally developed by Monroe Martin Shipe in 1891 with a large artificial lake. Hyde Park was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1990. Article and Photos from Wikipedia.org

  • Things To Do

    Austin, TX has more to do than you think! It's known as the Live Music Capital of the World because of all the amazing music available year round, such as the SXSW Festival and Austin City Limits, but Austin has so much to offer. Between the food, outdoor activities and arts there's something for everyone in Austin, TX.

    Rock-About Climbing Adventures
    Rock Climbing exercises your mind and body. Rock-About classes provide you the experience to climb for the first time or to build on existing skills.

    Town Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail
    Scenic trail through lush green parks and peaceful lakes: a great place to bike, hike and run.

    Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
    Museum that chronicles the history of Texas with three themed exhibits: Land, Identity and Opportunity.

    Barton Springs Pool
    Over the years, people have come to this 1,000 foot long natural limestone pool, fed by several underground springs, for everything from fishing and more.

    State Capitol
    If it's in Texas, it must be bigger and better. That is the motto that architects followed with the Capitol Building in Austin.

    Zilker Metropolitan Park
    Owner description: Home to Barton Springs, the Zilker Eagle, a large playscape, and four hundred acres of sports fields and woodlands, Zilker Park is a popular weekend attraction.

    The Driskill

    SoCo District
    Trendy Austin area south of Congress Avenue.

    Harry Ransom Center

    Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum
    This famous museum explores the life and service of the former president through exhibits and memorabilia.

    Zilker Botanical Garden
    Botanical Gardens includes 31 acres of land with plants that thrive in arid southwestern conditions.

    South Congress Avenue
    Street lined with lots of great restaurants.

    Texas State Cemetery
    Some of Texas' most prominent historical figures are buried in this cemetery.

    Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
    The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at the University of Texas at Austin is a 279-acre public garden dedicated to increasing the sustainable use.

    Austin City Limits Live
    According to the mythology, Austin City Limits is taped on an Austin hillside above the city. In reality, the show is recorded in a KLRU-TV television

    Viva Day Spa

    Congress Avenue Bridge/Austin Bats
    The Austin bridge is where nearly 1.5 million bats live.

    Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train
    Zilker Zephyr is a great way to see the Ziker Metropolitan Park . The prices are $2.00 for children and $3.00 for adults. Children under one are free.

    University of Texas at Austin
    Founded in 1883, this university is steeped in history.

    The Broken Spoke

    Town Lake
    Visitors can rent canoes or rowboats along this part of Lake Austin that flows five miles through the heart of downtown Austin.

    Mount Bonnell
    Beautiful park looming almost 800 feet over Austin.

    Zach Theatre

    Zilker Playground
    This 351 acre park is home to a variety of recreation opportunities and special events for the individual or the whole family.

    Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium

    Chapel Dulcinea

    The Blanton Museum of Art
    The Blanton Museum of Art at The University of Texas at Austin is one of the foremost university art museums in the country.  It has the largest and most comprehensive collection.

    Barton Creek - Fazio Canyons Golf Course
    This 7,161-yard, par-72 layout course boasts the signature of Tom Fazio, the legendary golf designer, and is considered to be one of the best.

    Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum
    Sculptor Charles Umlauf's home and studio, featuring over 250 sculptures.

    Austin Symphony Orchestra

    Stevie Ray Vaughn Statue

    Paramount Theatre
    Luxurious theater dating back to 1915 now hosts Broadway shows.

    Elisabet Ney Museum
    Sculptor Elisabeth Ney spent the last years of her life working in this building, which still contains some of her most beautiful sculpted pieces.

    Barton Creek Greenbelt
    Biking Trails; Hiking Trails

    Texas Memorial Museum
    A museum detailing the geological and anthropological history of the state.

    O. Henry Home & Museum
    Sydney Porter, the writer known as O. Henry, lived in this Victorian cottage from 1893 to 1895.

    Austin Convention Center

    Violet Crown Cinema

    Austin Nature & Science Center
    Austin Nature & Science Center  This is a great little zoo area with local animals. Information related to present attractions and planned visitation can be found.

    Sixth Street
    Sixth Street Austin's most famous night location, Sixth Street, is a busy street lined with clubs, restaurants, pubs and galleries located between Lavaca Avenue and I-35.

    Texas Performing Arts

    McKinney Falls State Park
    This tranquil, 641-acre park offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation including fishing, mountain biking and hiking.

    Myo Massage - East Side Studio

    Spa at the Lake
    Spa treatments in a bucolic setting.

    Hill Country Flyer
    Weekly train ride that tours on a 33-mile journey through Texas' Hill Country.

    Stevie Ray Vaughan Statue
    This bronze statue commemorates the life and music of singer/songwriter Stevie Ray Vaughan.

    Austin Zoo
    Zoo in Austin featuring many animals.

    Run-Tex

    Austin Children's Museum
    Kids tired of those historical tours? This museum entertains - and painlessly educates - children of all ages.

    University of Texas Tower

    Texas Military Forces Museum

    Capitol Complex Visitors Center
    The state's oldest office building now houses a tourist center, full of brochures to help you get the most out of your trip.

    Trapeze Austin
    Experience the extraordinary physical exhilaration of flying on the trapeze. Trapeze Austin offers 2 hour classes that will teach you the basics.

    Congress Avenue

    St. Mary's Cathedral

    Texas Trail Rides

    Emma Long Metropolitan Park
    The Emma Long Metropolitan Park is located on the shores of Lake Austin.  This is a family friendly place to spend some leisure time in Austin.

    Austin Museum of Art at Laguna Gloria
    Owner description: Although art exhibits rotate here every two months, this museum has one popular permanent exhibit: the Children's Participatory Gallery.

    Westcave Preserve
    A fragile ecosystem with diverse landscapes and temperatures: a park so delicate that it can only accommodate 30 visitors a day.

    Arthouse at Jones Center

    Hyde Park Theatre

    The Frank Erwin Center

    Philosophers' Rock
    Bronze sculpture dedicated to three of Austin's mid-19th century heroes: Roy Bedichek, J. Frank Dobie and Walter Prescott Webb.

    Jovita's

    Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library

    Caswell House

    SPLASH! Into the Edward's Aquifer Interactive Exhibit
    Hands-on, interactive exhibits on the importance of pollution-free water: lots of fun for kids and adults alike.

    General Land Office

    Moonlight Towers
    These seventeen iron towers are part of Austin's first street lighting system and were built in 1895.

    Scottish Rite Children's Theatre

    Harvey Penick Golf Campus

    Longhorn baseball

    Live Oak Brewing Company

    Milk and Honey Spa

    Wild Basin Preserve
    Home to two species of endangered birds, golden-cheeked warbler and the black-capped vireo.

    The Backyard
    The Backyard is located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in a natural, open-air setting enveloped in the shade of 400 year old live oaks.

    Mayfield Park Cottage and Gardens

 
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