Top San Marcos Venues

• Spaces for 90-120 Guests

The Sky Lounge on Lady Bird is an exclusive event venue in the heart of downtown Austin, offering breathtaking views of the city skyline, Zilker Park, Lady Bird Lake, and the rolling Texas Hill Country. Designed for weddings, receptions, and private or corporate events, Sky Lounge features a stylish rooftop lounge and bar, a spacious outdoor terrace with a fire pit, and retractable doors that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces for an unforgettable guest experience.

• Spaces for 90-400 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 3 Total Spaces

Located just steps from Austin’s vibrant music and nightlife scene, Thompson Austin is a luxurious hotel perched above 5th and San Jacinto in a stylish 32-story sustainable development. Inside, you’ll find sleek architectural elements, bold design and open spaces that capture downtown Austin's energetic atmosphere. Experience unmatched hospitality and curated adventures that invite guests into the city’s lively playground. Our guestrooms provide a modern sanctuary, while the Upper Stories suites offer elevated living. Enjoy lounging by the rooftop pool, savoring cocktails on the patio and indulging in a delicious dinner at our rooftop restaurant. Discover an unparalleled Texas escape at our hotel. Thompson Austin offers numerous event spaces and restaurants to host events.

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests

With a spectacular open-air canopy that provides protection from the elements, The Jones Center offers a distinctive, modern setting perfect for weddings, rehearsal dinners, corporate receptions, conferences, and meetings. Lewis.Tsurumaki, renowned architects, refurbished this historically and aesthetically significant building in 2011. Lewis. In 2016, Paul Lewis of LTL Architecture oversaw a refurbishment and expansion that culminated in the opening of the brand-new Moody Rooftop. The 3,000 square foot Roof Deck of the Jones Center has a built-in bar, an optional 20' x 11' screen, bistro tables, a panoramic view of the city skyline, and open-air shelter from the elements. This area is perfect for seated dinners, movie screenings, and cocktail parties. On the second floor of the Jones Center, with a view of Congress Avenue, is the Community Room, a room with full A/V capabilities. This area is ideal for lectures, seminars, workshops, and press lounges because it can accommodate up to 70 people. The 3,300 square foot Moody Rooftop at the Jones Center features a lovely canopy and a breathtaking, expansive skyline vista. This area is perfect for seated dinners, movie screenings, and cocktail parties. The Community Room is an indoor meeting room with a view of Congress Avenue that is completely A/V enabled. This area is ideal for lectures, seminars, workshops, and press lounges because it can accommodate up to 72 people. Download the Rental Information document on our website to learn more. Contact the Rentals Department at rent@thecontemporaryaustin.org or 512-458-8191 x 2 for additional information. We are forward to hear from you and begin preparing for your upcoming event!

Step back in time and into history at the French Legation State Historic Site! The oldest house in Austin and former French Embassy to the Republic of Texas. Whether hosting an intimate dinner or an elaborate affair, the French Legation offers a historic gathering space for your guests in the heart of Austin. With over 3 acres of rolling green grounds on the central East Side, the French Legation can host even the large activations. Available for birthdays, baby showers, board meetings, rehearsal dinners, weddings, festivals, fundraisers, memorials, and more – let our historic site become part of your personal history.

• Spaces for 10-600 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 4 Total Spaces

Connected to the Heart of Austin Welcome to the LINE Austin — a standout stay among Austin hotels. Crafted for the stylish traveler, the business professional, the cultural connoisseur, and everyone in between, our home base neighbors some of Austin’s top attractions. Whether you step outside our doors or rest inside our stylish rooms, you’ll find yourself at the intersection of art, food, design, and the buzz of our lively neighborhood.

Austin’s particular brand of cool is evident in every detail of our downtown Hotel, from local art to Texas-inspired spa treatments. Come for our incredible margaritas and saltwater pool, then stay for lawn games, miles of lakeside trails and spacious rooms overlooking idyllic Lady Bird Lake.

• Spaces for 40-400 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Bars
• 3 Total Spaces

Each ARRIVE by Palisociety hotel is tailored to its locale, its neighborhood, its team members and its story. Your stay in Austin will be one of a kind. Within our hotel you'll dine at Kalimotxo, by Emmer & Rye Hospitality, and nosh at Lefy's Day & Night, our neighborhood bar. We feature semi and private dining options as well as a Rooftop Event Space and conference room.

he good, the bad, Il Brutto; a neighborhood Italian spot in East Austin serving authentic Italian food. Authentic meaning there is no interpretation—this is what you would eat in Italy, presented in exactly the same way, but with east Austin vibes. A neighborhood Italian restaurant, Il Brutto is the perfetto spot to break bread with friends & family. We offer multiple options for small and large events including our cozy bar, oak-shaded patio, and private dining room. Choose from a variety of chef’s menus featuring Italian faves such as lasagna alla bolognese, margherita pizza, and tiramisu. Custom options are also available, tailored by our event manager to match any occasion’s need. Request a quote or learn more by filling out the form below. Welcome to the famiglia.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

Since The Allan House began serving as a venue for events in 2000, thousands of weddings, corporate gatherings, and other events have taken place there. The house is at its most beautiful when people are gathered to support a worthy cause or celebrate with loved ones. For weddings and other special events of all types, The Allan House, a lovely location in the heart of Downtown Austin, is the perfect choice. The Victorian home, which has been expertly restored, has heart pine wood floors from the original construction, gorgeous floor-to-ceiling windows, crystal chandeliers, modern furniture, and circular southern verandas. The mountain laurels, native flora, and heritage oaks that flank the expansive stone courtyard provide an intimate urban retreat. Glistening lights that come on when the sun sets increase the outdoor space's appeal. The use of a specially constructed clear, heated tent is included in the venue rental fee for the months of December, January, and February. The tent, which entirely encloses the outside event space, offers comforts for climate control during the harsh winter months while preserving the look and feel of an outdoor event. The Winter Tent kit includes exquisite white drapes, crystal lighting, and a full heating system. We would adore the opportunity to give you a personalized tour of the venue so you can see it for yourself. To browse our open house calendar or schedule a private tour, use the buttons on the contact page of our website. We look forward to hearing from you, and we can't wait to start planning your event!

• Spaces for 14-600 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 1 Event Space

The Sonesta Bee Cave Austin knows meeting and events. And with the Texas Hill Country and the Hill Country Galleria lifestyle complex right outside our door, the Sonesta Bee Cave Austin provides the perfect venue for your next gathering—be it with business colleagues from Austin’s growing tech industry or with your wedding party.

• Spaces for 500-800 Guests

East Austin’s newest multi-purpose complex is the perfect venue to host your next event. Just one mile from downtown and 5 minutes from UT - the possibilities are endless at this family friendly spot located in the heart of the historic Art District. The Flaming Pit (top rated, authentic food truck with room for more trucks), turf field, stage, recording studio, and VIP parking. Our complex can hold up to 800 people. Please visit our website for more information!

• Spaces for 250 Guests

Located in downtown Austin and walking distance to the University of Texas campus, Hotel Ella is a stylish boutique hotel housed in the historic Goodall Wooten House, one of Austin’s original landmark estates. Constructed in 1900, the Greek revival-style mansion underwent an extensive renovation in 2013, and now offers the perfect balance between modernity and a rich history rooted in the fabric of the neighborhood and the university. With a cabana-lined pool, and a wrap-around veranda overlooking our front lawn, Hotel Ella features beautifully designed outdoor and indoor spaces perfectly suited for your vacation, wedding, corporate event and more. Hotel Ella is the only boutique hotel in downtown Austin with a ballroom event space, making it a coveted wedding location. At Hotel Ella, you have the opportunity to buy out all of any of the 47 guest rooms.

• Spaces for 200-300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor

• Spaces for 150 Guests

House on the Hill is the idea setting for your weekend wedding retreat! Weekend packages are our most popular rental with 2 nights of lodging for 20 guests included. Reduced rates are available for Sunday and weekday evenings. This private estate was built on 10 acres and is a unique space with indoor and outdoor seating options accommodating up to 150 people. Most couples prefer to be married under the shady oak trees with the rock wall waterfall as the back drop to their ceremony. House on the Hill is known for being flexible to work with and budget friendly. You can bring in your own vendors, food and alcohol and we do not require a TABC certified bartender or security. All rentals include tables & chairs.

• Spaces for 125 Guests

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests

Laguna Gloria provides the perfect setting for many memorable occasions. The Italian-style Driscoll Villa and the expansive grounds allow for a variety of events, from weddings to corporate gatherings.

• Spaces for 250 Guests

The next chapter of Canyon Ranch begins in the Texas Hill Country this fall. Set across 600+ acres overlooking 1.5 miles of Lake Travis shoreline, just 55 minutes from downtown Austin, Canyon Ranch Austin is our newest resort destination and residential community — designed to inspire a new era of wellness hospitality. Here, we have reimagined the future of destination wellness as a place where health and well-being, fitness and movement, outdoor adventure and natural serenity exist in one seamless experience. Opening October 15, 2026 and now accepting reservations, this is your opportunity to be among the first to visit Canyon Ranch Austin. We look forward to seeing y’all.