W Austin Hotel and Residences facts for kids
Quick facts for kids W Austin Hotel and Residences |
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The building topped out from Butler Park
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| General information | |
| Status | Complete |
| Type | Hotel, residential |
| Location | 200 Lavaca Street Austin, Texas |
| Estimated completion | 2010 |
| Opening | 2010 |
| Height | |
| Roof | 145 m (476 ft) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 37 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Andersson-Wise Architects |
The W Austin Hotel and Residences is a very tall building in Downtown Austin, Texas. It has 37 floors and stands 478 feet (about 145 meters) high. This building is special because it is both a hotel and a place where people live. It opened its doors in December 2010.
The W Austin is part of a bigger area called Block 21. This area is a "mixed-use development," which means it has different kinds of buildings all together. It is located right next to the popular Second Street district in Austin.
About the W Austin Building
The W Austin Hotel and Residences is one of the tallest buildings in Austin. It is the fifth tallest building in the city. The building is designed to be a modern and stylish place. It sits right behind the Austin City Hall.
What's Inside?
This tall building has two main parts. One part is a hotel with 251 rooms for guests. This hotel is managed by a company called W Hotels. The other part of the building has 159 condominiums. These are like apartments that people can buy and own as their homes.
Its Location in Austin
The W Austin building is located at 200 Lavaca Street in the heart of Downtown Austin. Its spot in Block 21 means it is surrounded by other interesting places. The Second Street district nearby is known for its shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
Neighbors and Fun Facts
One of the W Austin's closest neighbors in Block 21 is a famous music venue. It is called ACL Live at The Moody Theater. This is where the well-known music show Austin City Limits is recorded.
A famous person involved with the W Austin building is Magic Johnson. He is a legendary basketball player. His investment company, Canyon Johnson Urban Fund II, was a main investor in the project. Magic Johnson even came to the opening ceremony when the building first opened.
