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Where to stay for the United States Grand Prix
Sunday December 6 2026
What to expect in this guide
• Where should you base yourself for the United States Grand Prix?
• Which hotels are worth considering?
• What about staying near the circuit?
• Best booking resources for F1 trips
• Frequently asked questions
• Money-saving tip
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Downtown Austin is the natural base for the United States Grand Prix. The city centre puts you within walking distance of the live music venues on 6th Street, the bars and restaurants on Congress Avenue, and the main shuttle bus pickup point for the circuit. South Congress (SoCo), the trendy strip just south of the river, is another popular alternative.
Luxury hotels
• The LINE Austin »
• JW Marriott Austin »
• Fairmont Austin »
• W Austin »
• Austin Proper Hotel »
• Thompson Austin »
• The Driskill »
Mid-range hotels
• Kimpton Austin »
• Canopy by Hilton Austin Downtown »
• Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue »
• Tommie Austin, part of JdV by Hyatt »
• Hilton Austin »
• Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress »
• Hyatt Place Austin Downtown »
• Hyatt House Austin Downtown »
• Holiday Inn Express Downtown University »
• Hotel Indigo Austin Downtown »
South Congress
Camping at COTA
The circuit also has on-site campgrounds and RV parks for fans who want to stay close to the action.
Best booking resources for F1 trips
Take a look at our Grand Prix ticket & travel packages »
Prefer to do it all yourself? You’re welcome to take what you’ve learned here and build your own trip from scratch.
I keep going back to these travel companies because they’re reliable, easy to use, and usually have the best value. They’re where I start every time I plan a trip.
Tickets
Motorsport Tickets and Grand Prix Tickets are the two agencies I’ve trusted for years. They’ve always been reliable, easy to deal with, and quick to help if something comes up.
Hotels
ZenHotels is one of my go-to sites for hotel bookings. It pulls prices from loads of smaller sites you might not know about, so it’s great for finding deals. I also check Expedia and Booking.com when I want more options.
Excursions
Viator is packed with walking tours, attraction tickets, and local experiences. It’s especially handy if you’re heading to a new Grand Prix city. It’s a great place to find extras to add to your trip.
FAQ's
In downtown Austin. The city centre has a wide range of hotels and is the main shuttle bus pickup point for the circuit.
Accommodation near COTA is very limited and most fans don't try. Downtown Austin gives you more choice and easy access to the official shuttle buses.
South Congress (SoCo) is a popular alternative with boutique hotels and strong food and music scenes. It's close to downtown and well placed for the race weekend.
Yes. Downtown Austin hotels often book up months in advance for the United States Grand Prix. Booking early gives you the most choice and the best rates.
Money-saving tip
Book early
Hotels in downtown Austin fill up early for race weekend, and rates rise sharply as the date approaches. Booking as soon as the calendar is confirmed gives you the most choice and the best chance of a reasonable rate. Mid-range chains like Hyatt Place, Holiday Inn Express, and Hotel Indigo offer good value if booked early.
Introducing the United States Grand Prix
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Getting to the United States Grand Prix
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Choosing a grandstand at the United States Grand Prix
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Getting around at the United States Grand Prix
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