Privacy Please: Austin’s Exclusive, Guests-Only Retreats

From the quietest, humblest havens to the swankiest, most brag-worthy hideouts, these are the Austin Hotels you need an invite to enter.

Many of Austin’s hotels host the city’s favorite concerts, restaurants, and bars—and you’d be remiss not to pop in on them whenever you’re in the neighborhood. At the hotels below, that’s impossible. These properties are accessible to members only (or guests of members). They range from the most quiet, humble havens to the most swanky, brag-worthy hideouts. They’re also simply cool—unique hotels with a mission to provide guests an unforgettable experience. Some are celebrity favorites, others hold coveted MICHELIN Keys. All of them put a premium on privacy.

Frame Hotel - Treehouse

South CongressStaying at the Treehouse is like staying at the apartment of your devastatingly cool architect friend. The seven rooms on a second-floor deck enjoy the shade of an ancient oak tree bursting through the floorboards. The clientele skews toward well-heeled travelers and young tech startup professionals.. The Treehouse is one of the best spots in the city for a low-key family reunion.