Kid-friendly holiday rentals in Central Austin

In the past 20 years we have stayed at over a dozen lodgings offered by AirBnB in Austin. This home is the best by far. It is sparkling clean and perfectly outfitted for one or two people. The owner is wonderfully receptive, and available to questions, and she thoughtfully supplied plenty of toiletries. The neighborhood is excellent, both tranquil, and yet filled with runners and people walking their dogs. Many eateries and cafes are within a short walk or drive. Both rooftop decks are delightful if the weather permits outdoor enjoyment of your friends and meals. The most minor of caveats would be for any elderly visitors or others with mobility issues. The sleeping arrangements are upstairs, so if this is an issue, it is best to consider another place.

We had a great stay at this home and really appreciated how communicative the host was-always quick to respond to any questions. The home felt very “lived in,” which we actually appreciated for a kid-friendly stay. The photos were accurate overall, though the exterior was more overgrown than expected and the trampoline looked a bit “play at your own risk.” That said, our kids had an amazing time with the seemingly endless toys, and it was a huge relief not having to bring bulky items like a stroller or a Pack ‘n Play, since they’re here. The beds were very comfortable, the A/C kept us cool during a hot Austin weekend, and having a good washer/dryer made life easier. The location is definitely a strong point—easy access to some great local spots, including Launderette and Bufalina, both of which we’d highly recommend. Check-out was simple. Our only real suggestion would be a deeper cleaning refresh to match the overall comfort and utility. This place is equipped for families!

Cute place in a central location. Worked perfectly for our family with young children.

This is the second time I’ve stayed at Jarrod’s Airbnb! They are lovely hosts and I hope to return again

The process to find the casita is a bit complicated, as the address doesn’t fully match where the property is, but if you follow the check in directions exactly you shouldn’t have a problem (checking in after sundown does make it more complicated though). The place itself it perfect though! Exactly as described! Would definitely return!

Incredibly worthwhile stay. Spent a week at the house and it was great! The home itself is quite small but cozy, the neighborhood is walkable, and downtown is just a few minutes away! Would highly recommend this place for a cozy getaway!

We felt right at home and enjoyed our stay. Everything was clean, beautifully decorated, and all the extras were an appreciated bonus. Thank you for being an amazing host and allowing us to stay at your place.

Anish was amazing. We stayed here for 4 months while my wife finished her degree in Ut. We loved the area, the homey feel of anish’s home and how quick Anish was to respond to any of our questions. Would stay again!

Nice apartment for single or couple. Nice and clean everything went perfectly!

I had a great stay at this Airbnb! The place was spotless—super clean and well-maintained, which made it feel really comfortable and welcoming. One of the best parts was how easy it was to access—being on the first floor made coming and going a breeze. Everything was just as described, and I’d definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!

I loved this Airbnb. Everything was just perfect for the two of us. Everything is thoughtfully put together and beautifully decorated. Comfortable and felt right at home. The bed was so comfortable. The AC easy to use. Clear instructions on everything. Thank you

Great stay! I loved the location the most with easy access to any part of Austin as well as a running/biking trail right across the street. Would book again when I need a quick trip to Austin.

Cannon's place was a great place for our quick stay in Austin!

Homey stay in the north campus area; reminds me of Austin in the 2000’s. Well appointed, nice shower. Queen size Murphy bed was comfortable, on the firm side. Parking was great right below unit. Perfect for a quiet solo traveler or cozy couple.

We needed a place to stay after selling our house and before moving out of Austin a few days after. The location and house were great, and Molly was very responsive, flexible and helpful!

Sonia’s place was absolutely amazing, honestly, even more beautiful in person. The moment you walk in, it smells great and feels so cozy, perfect for two people. Everything was super clean and well taken care of. Sonia was incredibly kind and let my mom and I check in early, plus she was super responsive and friendly throughout our stay. The location was perfect, such a beautiful area and super close to everything. Our Ubers to downtown were only $5–$7! Definitely planning to stay here again next time we’re in Austin. 100/100, thank you for such a wonderful stay! 🥰

Amazing apartment. Highly recommend - great neighboorhood and close to downtown. Clean and well stocked space.

Had a great time at Mary’s place. Condo was clean and easy to check into. Great location! Will be back!

This little place was so perfect for our needs. It was incredibly close to all the activities we wanted to do. Very close to downtown and yet in a really cute and clean and nice neighborhood. The place itself is darling. It possibly at one time was an older apartment but all redone and upgraded, It has a darling area to sit at in the lower entry part, or you can sit up on the balcony, lovely trees everywhere. The bed is tucked in a little cubbyhole, luckily we’re still young enough to climb in there. You just have to maybe put your phone under your pillow if you need it by you for an alarm or something, since there are not room for tables, but we made it all work! We don’t sweat the small things, the location was worth everything. Oh, and not to mention the covered parking! The host went above and beyond helping in any areas we needed! Would definitely stay again.

I enjoyed my stay in Lucy’s place; it was well-stocked with necessary items to use during the stay. She was very responsive and proactive in figuring out a solution anything that needed attention. She was kind too. The neighborhood felt safe and there are a few cafes/restaurants in walk distance. Thanks Lucy!

Very clean nice place. Looks just like the picture and had a great stay!

I don’t want to say how amazing this place was because it might be booked the next time I want it. What a fantastic spot. Amazing place. Thanks so much.

We enjoyed our stay at this Airbnb. It was perfect for our little family. Easy access to Zilker, South Lamar and South Congress area. The bed was my favorite. I slept so well on that particular mattress. The place was easy to find and check-in was a breeze! Highly recommend this place to all travelers!

I would be happy to stay here again. To use the parking spot I advise backing in from the street rather than backing out to the street (narrow driveway), but there is everything I needed here, it was quiet, and I slept very well!