Pool access, cabanas, and rooftop rules
The rooftop pool and sun deck on the 5th floor are for registered Austin Proper Hotel guests and Proper Club members only; lounge chairs are first-come, cabanas are reservable with three-hour blocks and poolside food & beverage service. Contact the hotel to reserve a cabana or check Proper Club membership perks; the pool is covered by the Daily Destination Amenity Fee for registered guests.
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Who can use the rooftop pool
Rooftop pool access on the 5th floor is reserved for registered Austin Proper Hotel guests and Proper Club members. Membership includes weekday-only pool access as one of its benefits.
The Daily Destination Amenity Fee for registered guests includes rooftop pool access (along with premium Wi‑Fi, fitness center access, and other listed amenities). Non-hotel guests generally do not have pool access.
- Pool location: 5th-floor rooftop pool and sun deck
- Included for: registered hotel guests and Proper Club members
- Amenity-fee coverage: rooftop pool access included in the Daily Destination Amenity Fee
| Who | Pool Access |
|---|---|
| Registered hotel guests | Yes (included with amenity fee) |
| Proper Club members | Yes (membership includes pool access; some membership tiers specify weekday access) |
| General public | No (pool reserved for guests and members) |
Cabanas: reservations and basic terms
The rooftop deck has three cabanas that accommodate up to eight guests; cabanas are available by reservation only. Reservations are handled directly through the hotel (email or concierge).
Each cabana reservation typically includes a three-hour access window and full food-and-beverage service from La Piscina during pool service hours.
- How to reserve: contact the hotel or email the property (see concierge/front desk)
- Duration: cabana reservations include three-hour access (per the property's guest compendium)
- Service: full poolside food and beverage service from La Piscina
| Cabanas | Capacity / Typical Terms |
|---|---|
| Number on deck | Three cabanas |
| Guest capacity | Up to 8 guests per cabana |
| Included service | Three-hour block; poolside food & beverage service |
Pool hours, towels, and amenities
The hotel lists the rooftop pool and sun deck as a guest amenity included with the Daily Destination Amenity Fee; one third‑party source lists hours as 8:00 AM–10:00 PM, but the hotel's site does not confirm exact daily hours. If you need precise pool hours for your stay, check with the front desk or concierge on arrival.
Towels and lounge chairs are provided for registered guests. Lounge chairs are available first-come, first-served; cabanas are reservable as described above.
- Towels: provided at the pool for registered guests
- Lounge chairs: first-come, first-served
- For exact pool hours: confirm with front desk or concierge on arrival
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Towels | Provided to registered guests at the pool |
| Lounge chairs | First-come, first-served; cabanas reservable |
| Pool hours | Not confirmed on hotel site; verify with front desk |
Food, drink service, and La Piscina
La Piscina Ceviches & Fajitas is the rooftop pool deck restaurant and bar; it provides poolside food and beverage service during its operating hours. La Piscina is listed as open daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM on the hotel's site.
On weekends La Piscina welcomes outside diners to rooftop dining from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, but the rooftop pool itself remains reserved for registered guests and Proper Club members.
- Poolside service: La Piscina provides food and drink service for pool and cabana guests
- La Piscina hours (hotel site): 11:00 AM–10:00 PM daily
- Weekend rooftop dining: outside diners welcome 6:00 PM–10:00 PM (La Piscina), per hotel listing
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Pool food & drink | Provided by La Piscina from 11:00 AM until sunset / restaurant hours |
| Outside diners on rooftop | Allowed on weekends (La Piscina rooftop dining 6:00 PM–10:00 PM) |
| Reservations | Recommend booking La Piscina separately for dinner or private events |
Safety, family rules, and age-related policies
Austin Proper Hotel welcomes children of all ages, and the property is described as family-friendly while leaning adult-friendly overall. The pool is open to registered guests and Proper Club members; the hotel's FAQ notes children are welcome but spa access has age restrictions for under-18s.
Smoking is not allowed in public areas, including the pool deck. For safety, follow on-deck signage and staff instructions; life‑guard presence is not specified on the hotel's site, so assume standard hotel pool supervision rules apply and supervise minors accordingly.
- Children: all ages welcome at the hotel; supervise children at the pool
- Spa access: under-18s are barred from the spa (per hotel FAQ); pool policy follows guest access rules
- Smoking: not permitted in public areas, including the pool deck
| Topic | Policy |
|---|---|
| Children at hotel | All ages welcome; children 12+ charged as adults |
| Pool supervision | No lifeguard specified; supervise minors |
| Smoking | 100% smoke-free property; no smoking on pool deck |
Proper Club membership and suite cabana perks
Proper Club members receive wellness and social perks that can include spa discounts and members-only access to some facilities; membership may affect pool access days (the property notes weekday-only pool access for members in some membership tiers).
Suite-level bookings may include rooftop perks depending on season and offer specifics: suite perks listed by the property can include a half-day rooftop pool cabana (seasonal) for certain suite stays such as Premier Suite bookings.
- Proper Club: members get wellness/social benefits and may have restricted pool access days
- Suite perks: Premier Suite and other suite-level bookings can include rooftop pool cabana access (seasonal and subject to change)
- To confirm perks: check your reservation, contact reservations, or ask the front desk on arrival
| Reservation type | Possible rooftop perk |
|---|---|
| Proper Club member | Members-only benefits (spa discounts, access to select spaces); pool access may be weekday-limited depending on membership |
| Suite-level stay (e.g., Premier Suite) | May include a half-day rooftop pool cabana in season (per suite perks listing) |
| Standard room | Pool access included via amenity fee; cabana reservations separate |
Etiquette, dress, and event bookings on the rooftop
The rooftop deck and La Piscina are used for casual dining and private events; dress tends toward swim and resort casual for pool areas, and business-casual for indoor lounges. Follow any posted dress code or event-specific guidance for private bookings.
La Piscina and the rooftop deck can be reserved for events; contact the hotel's events team or concierge for rooftop event booking details and to confirm any rules (capacity, timing, catering).
- Typical attire: swimwear at the pool; cover-ups or resort casual for walk-throughs to other hotel areas
- Events: rooftop La Piscina and pool deck can host private events—check with events/concierge for availability
- Noise and respect: follow staff requests, posted rules, and local ordinances during rooftop events
| Setting | Dress & Etiquette |
|---|---|
| Pool deck | Swimwear, cover-ups; supervise children; follow staff directions |
| La Piscina dining | Casual to smart-casual; reservations recommended for dinner |
| Private events | Subject to event terms; contact events team or concierge |
