June 7, 2021 |
What to see, eat, and do as Austin enthusiastically emerges from the pandemic. If you’re anything like us, this June feels like a true turning point. Vaccinations are up, Covid cases are down, and so many of our favorite places...
January 22, 2021 |
Austin may be known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” but its art scene stretches beyond the musical realm. Austin is home to many talented visual artists who use the walls of our city as their canvas for...
December 3, 2020 |
Austin’s great fall and winter weather makes it a year-round patio town. From casual eats and happy hour specials to multi-course fine dining, some of Austin’s best dining experiences are al fresco! Austin patio restaurants utilize their fresh-air outdoor spaces...
November 13, 2020 |
During Covid-19, it’s common to feel a little caged in. You’re certainly not alone. A safe, relaxing staycation may be just what you need to recharge mentally and physically. The expert concierge team at the Heywood Hotel has crafted the...
October 6, 2020 |
Austin has always been a creative city, and this creativity is being showcased now more than ever as local businesses find new ways to provide their services to the community during this unprecedented time. As businesses have started to reopen...
April 29, 2020 |
In April, the Heywood Hotel began a commitment to serve our community through 250+ volunteer hours. While our hotel operations are paused, our entire staff will be paid their normal wages to volunteer with local nonprofits who are making a...
April 29, 2020 |
To shine a light on how the Heywood Hotel is navigating the current reality and what our plans are moving forward, our social media editor Samantha Lauron sat down (virtually) with Owner and General Manager Kathy Setzer to ask a...
April 27, 2020 |
During one of the most challenging times our city and the world has ever faced, Austin has rallied together to support one another in the best ways we know how. Even with everything going on in our new reality–social distancing,...
December 17, 2019 |
On December 22, 2011, after years of renovations, more than 200 name explorations, and a ton of support from family and friends, the Heywood Hotel finally opened its doors. Eight years later, we’ve served thousands of guests, partnered with dozens...
October 15, 2019 |
Design is near and dear to our hearts at the Heywood. In 2011, after three years of DIY ingenuity, we transformed the Heywood from a 1920s bungalow home to a unique seven-room boutique hotel. We proudly incorporate Austin artists, makers...
August 22, 2019 |
When the Texas summer heat finally breaks, Austin comes alive with events, festivals and happenings throughout the fall season. Whether you are interested in catching a University of Texas Longhorns football game, seeing your favorite band at the Austin City...
November 10, 2018 |
It’s time again to celebrate art in Austin. Here are our picks for the best stops on the East Austin Studio Tour! Every November is the largest celebration of art in Austin, the annual East Austin Studio Tour (EAST). The...
November 7, 2018 |
It’s true what they say about Austin: It’s a great place to see live music. But even more than that, Austin cultivates great musicians. Many of our favorite artists come from right here in Austin and play regularly around town,...