Meeting FAQ

Get Your Questions Answered About Meetings in Austin

Let us answer your questions with this guide to Frequently Asked Questions. Select the question below that best fits your inquiry, or contact our team for more information.

Q: How many square feet of exhibit space does the Austin Convention Center have? 
A: The Austin Convention Center is embarking on an exciting transformation that will redefine its role in downtown Austin. Beginning in April 2025, the city is launching a comprehensive redevelopment and expansion project. The new, larger Austin Convention Center will significantly increase the rentable square footage of the facility to 620,000 square feet. Learn more about the Convention Center.

Q: What are the largest hotels surrounding the Convention Center? How many rooms? Meeting space? 

  • Located across the street from the Austin Convention Center, the 613-room Austin Marriott Downtown features 64,000 square feet of event space.
  • The Hilton Austin is adjacent to the Convention Center. The hotel offers 800 total rooms and 80,000 square feet of meeting space, along with a new skybridge which connects the hotel to the Center.
  • The JW Marriott Austin is located two blocks from the Convention Center, providing 1,012 rooms and 110,000 square feet of meeting space.
  • The Fairmont Austin is adjacent and connected to the Convention Center via the Red River Canopy Walk. The hotel offers 1,048 rooms and 140,000 square feet of total meeting space.

Q: How many hotel rooms are within walking distance to the Convention Center? 
A: As of early 2025, there are 15,000+ total hotel rooms downtown and 50,000+ rooms citywide.

Q: How old is the Austin Convention Center? 
A: The former Austin Convention Center was built in 1992 and expanded in 2002. In April 2025, the Convention Center embarked on a comprehensive redevelopment project, and is set to re-open in early 2029. The new building will offer 620,000 square feet of total rentable space (550,000 interior + 70,000 outdoor).

Q: What are the average monthly temperatures in Austin? 
A: Normal average daily temperature: 65.4°F (18.9°C). Learn more about Austin's seasons and weather.

Q: What is the distance from the airport to downtown? 
A: It's a mere 7.5 miles, less than 15 minutes drive time. Learn more about the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

Q: What are the transportation options from the airport to downtown? 
A: Your attendees have many convenient choices to get where they need to be. Learn more about getting around Austin.

  • Airport Flyer Bus Service
    • $1.25 single ride with no surge pricing
    • Austin's CapMetro offers direct airport bus service via a dedicated route that travels between the airport, downtown, the Capitol and The University of Texas.
    • 512-474-1200
    • Toll-free: 800-474-1201
  • Carter Transportation
    • See pricing & make reservations online at CarterTransportationAustin.com
    • 512-BLUEVAN (258-3826)
    • 24/7 Dispatch: 512-929-3900 x 2
    • Group Sales: 512-929-3900
  • Taxi, Uber and Lyft
    • $30 on average (one way from airport to downtown)

Q: How many restaurants are in downtown Austin? 
A: There are more than 200 restaurants, with a wide culinary range and many award-winning options. Learn more about dining in Austin.

Q: Is there a welcome program at the airport? 
A: Yes. Options such as banners, welcome stations, live music performances and special transportation accommodations can be arranged through Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Guest Services.