Hotel Granduca Austin

Hotel Viata, formerly known as Hotel Granduca Austin, is a Tuscan-style Hill Country retreat nestled on a hillside in Austin's Westlake area. This exclusive escape offers breathtaking views and panoramic vistas, surrounded by nature yet conveniently close to Austin’s vibrant energy and activities. The hotel is situated in a historical district, providing a unique blend of tranquility and accessibility.

The hotel features 194 thoughtfully designed guestrooms and suites, combining luxurious amenities with Italian accents for a comfortable stay. Each air-conditioned room or suite includes a flat-screen TV, complimentary Premium Wi-Fi, and a private bathroom equipped with bathrobes, slippers, and free toiletries. Select rooms offer a seating area, balcony or terrace, refrigerator, mini bar, and satellite programming. Additional conveniences include safes, desks, phones with free local calls, and microwaves. In-room amenities also feature Peerless Coffee & Tea and two bottles of water upon arrival.

Guests can indulge in authentic northern Italian cuisine at Laurel Restaurant (also known as Visconti Ristorante), which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with local and seasonal ingredients, offering both indoor and alfresco dining. Enjoy drinks and day dining at Visconti Bar, or morning coffee and afternoon cocktails at The Veranda, overlooking a beautiful courtyard with fountains and greenery. A poolside bar offers refreshing beverages. Room service is available 24 hours, and a complimentary glass of Prosecco is included with Visconti's Sunday brunch. To-go breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Pamper yourself at the spa, offering massages, body treatments, facials, a hot tub, and a sauna. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool with lounge chairs on the second story, billiards, and a cozy fireplace. Maintain your fitness regimen at the 24-hour fitness center. The nearby area is popular for golfing and hiking, with boat rentals also available.

Hotel Viata provides a range of services including 24-hour concierge, a 24-hour business center, reception services, luggage storage, and complimentary shoeshine service. Complimentary Premium Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. For transport, car hire and a free shuttle service are available upon request. Self-parking is available on-site (subject to charges). Dry cleaning and laundry services, daily housekeeping, ticket service, and tours are also offered. The hotel features approximately 8,000 square feet of interior meeting space, with outdoor options including the courtyard and upper pool deck.

This pet-friendly hotel maintains a completely non-smoking policy across all facilities.

Hotel Viata is conveniently located near several points of interest:
* Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve: 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
* Village at Westlake: 1.3 mi (2 km)
* Lake Austin: 2.5 mi (4 km)
* Barton Springs Pool: 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
* Lady Bird Lake: 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
* Pennybacker Bridge: 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
* Zilker Park: 5 mi (8.1 km)
* University of Texas at Austin: 5.6 mi (9 km)
* Capitol Building: 5.6 mi (9 km)
* South Congress Avenue: 7.1 mi (11.5 km)
* Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): 11.8 mi (19 km)

A resort fee includes a Trinitas bottle of wine on arrival night, Premium Wi-Fi throughout the property, in-room Peerless Coffee & Tea, two bottles of water upon arrival, 24-hour fitness center access, and complimentary coffee in the lounge from 8 am-9 am.