Hotels in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center
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Hotels in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center

Stay downtown for Amarillo's best combination of character and walkable evenings.

  • Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown

    Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown

    ★★★
    Axel
    $160 /night

    Includes $2/night paid to the hotel at check-in

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Nov 6

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  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown

    ★★★
    Axel
    $187 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Nov 6

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  • The Barfield, Autograph Collection

    The Barfield, Autograph Collection

    ★★★★
    Axel
    $273 /night

    Includes $4/night paid to the hotel at check-in

    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Nov 6

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#1 of 3 places to stay in Amarillo, Texas

Axel's take on Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center

6.4/10

Stay downtown for Amarillo's best combination of character and walkable evenings.

Getting around
6.9
On your doorstep
2.9
Hotels
6.7
Value
3.0
Axel’s verdict
8.4

Stay downtown if you want Amarillo to feel like a place rather than an interstate stop. Polk Street around Sixth and Seventh avenues gives you historic buildings, independent restaurants and bars; Buchanan Street adds HODGETOWN, the Civic Center and the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. It's our strongest choice for a first visit, a show or dinner without another drive.

This is a compact evening district, not a car-free solution for the whole city. Cadillac Ranch, Palo Duro Canyon and the antique-shopping stretch of historic Sixth Avenue require separate trips. Several restaurants close Sundays, so check before planning a food-focused weekend. Skip downtown if you mainly want highway convenience.

Best for
first-time visitorscouplesnightlifemuseums and culture
Skip it if
You mainly want a quick interstate overnight; You expect all the major sights within walking distance
Getting around
ACT Route 31 serves Sixth Avenue; walk between Polk Street dining and Buchanan Street venues, and use a rental car, taxi or rideshare from AMA via Airport Boulevard and I-40.
After dark
Locals favor Thursday–Saturday for downtown dining and bars; expect quieter blocks away from the venues and fewer restaurant choices on Sundays.

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The best hotels in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, ranked by Axel's take

Each hotel is scored for what it is by Axel's own review. The rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates. Typical Axel rate $225 a night · usually 12% under the public rate.

How to choose

What paying more buys

The Barfield is one of the pricier picks: compared with Courtyard Amarillo Downtown, it buys more distinctive décor, a steakhouse and a speakeasy—not quieter nights or a pool. Embassy Suites sits between them and adds suite space, breakfast and an indoor pool. The Barfield's premium isn't worthwhile if you'll mostly be out or want an early night.

Typical rates with Axel here run from $209 a night at Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown to $373 at The Barfield, Autograph Collection (last 30 days). Typical rates are USD medians, not live quotes. Hotel fees may be extra.

  1. The Barfield, Autograph Collection
    #1 in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center

    The Barfield, Autograph Collection

    a historic, upscale 4-star boutique hotel in downtown Amarillo

    8.8/10

    Distinctive downtown comfort and warm service, with nightlife noise the main catch.

    Why it's here:
    the standout for distinctive Texas décor, warm service and on-site cocktails
    Accept:
    late-night street noise, paid valet and no pool
    • couples seeking a characterful downtown stay
    • road-trippers wanting an upscale overnight
    • travelers who enjoy on-site dining and cocktails
    Axel
    $273 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Nov 6

  2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown
    #2 in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown

    a mid-range all-suite hotel in downtown Amarillo

    8.6/10

    Spacious suites and a strong breakfast make downtown stays easy, but parking costs extra.

    Why it's here:
    the downtown family choice for suite space, cooked-to-order breakfast and an indoor pool
    Accept:
    parking costs extra, and sofa beds receive comfort complaints
    • families wanting suite space
    • Civic Center event attendees
    • baseball weekends
    Axel
    $187 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Nov 6

  3. Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown
    #3 in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center

    Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown

    a historic downtown 3-star business hotel

    8.5/10

    A strong downtown choice with historic character and comfortable rooms, but few included extras.

    Why it's here:
    historic downtown character and spacious rooms for less than most nearby
    Accept:
    breakfast and garage parking cost extra; no pool
    • downtown business and event trips
    • road-trippers who prefer historic surroundings
    • travelers wanting restaurants within walking distance
    Axel
    $160 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult · Seen Nov 6

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Hotels in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas from $608 a night (4★) next weekend, Nov 13–15, 2026, for 2 adults in 1 room; Thanksgiving (Nov 24–29) from $145 a night; prices checked Nov 1, 2026.

Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas hotels with prices for the next twelve weekends, upcoming holidays and a monthly midweek stay, for 2 adults in 1 room, by star rating. Open a hotel for other dates and lengths.

Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas hotel prices by date: Axel private rates

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Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas hotel prices in November 2026

Hotel / areaNov 13–15, 2026 · 2 nightsNov 20–22, 2026 · 2 nightsNov 24–29, 2026 · 5 nights · ThanksgivingNov 27–29, 2026 · 2 nights
4★ from$1,216$580$1,471$653
3★ from—$328$727$352
4★ The Barfield, Autograph Collection · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center$1,216$580$1,471$653
3★ Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center—$328$927$458
3★ Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center—$343$727$352

Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas hotel prices in December 2026

Hotel / areaDec 1–3, 2026 · 2 nights · MidweekDec 4–6, 2026 · 2 nightsDec 11–13, 2026 · 2 nightsDec 18–20, 2026 · 2 nightsDec 22–27, 2026 · 5 nights · ChristmasDec 25–27, 2026 · 2 nightsDec 30, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027 · 3 nights · New Year’s
4★ from$851$650$736$651$1,400$550$858
3★ from$551$394$400$398$660$310$498
4★ The Barfield, Autograph Collection · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center$851$650$736$651$1,400$550$858
3★ Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center$915$462$443$398$788$338$498
3★ Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center$551$394$400$418$660$310$554

Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas hotel prices in January 2027

Hotel / areaJan 1–3, 2027 · 2 nightsJan 5–7, 2027 · 2 nights · MidweekJan 8–10, 2027 · 2 nightsJan 15–17, 2027 · 2 nightsJan 15–18, 2027 · 3 nights · MLK weekendJan 22–24, 2027 · 2 nightsJan 29–31, 2027 · 2 nights
4★ from$554$482$482$482$660$482$579
3★ from$327$390$343$339$502$347$374
4★ The Barfield, Autograph Collection · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center$554$482$482$482$660$482$579
3★ Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center$327$413$343$339$502$347$374
3★ Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center$380$390$375$375$570$400$433

3 hotels in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, Amarillo, Texas with Axel rates

  • The Barfield, Autograph Collection · 4★ · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center. the standout for distinctive Texas décor, warm service and on-site cocktails
  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown · 3★ · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center · from $128 a night in the next 30 days. the downtown family choice for suite space, cooked-to-order breakfast and an indoor pool
  • Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown · 3★ · Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center. historic downtown character and spacious rooms for less than most nearby

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Axel's take on Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center: #1 of 3 in Amarillo, Texas, 6.4/10

Stay downtown for Amarillo's best combination of character and walkable evenings. Downtown wins on character, sightseeing access and hotel quality, but its walkable choices remain limited and value trails the other areas.

Stay downtown if you want Amarillo to feel like a place rather than an interstate stop. Polk Street around Sixth and Seventh avenues gives you historic buildings, independent restaurants and bars; Buchanan Street adds HODGETOWN, the Civic Center and the Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts. It's our strongest choice for a first visit, a show or dinner without another drive.

This is a compact evening district, not a car-free solution for the whole city. Cadillac Ranch, Palo Duro Canyon and the antique-shopping stretch of historic Sixth Avenue require separate trips. Several restaurants close Sundays, so check before planning a food-focused weekend. Skip downtown if you mainly want highway convenience.

  • Best for: first-time visitors, couples, nightlife, museums and culture
  • Skip it if: You mainly want a quick interstate overnight; You expect all the major sights within walking distance
  • Getting around: ACT Route 31 serves Sixth Avenue; walk between Polk Street dining and Buchanan Street venues, and use a rental car, taxi or rideshare from AMA via Airport Boulevard and I-40.
  • After dark: Locals favor Thursday–Saturday for downtown dining and bars; expect quieter blocks away from the venues and fewer restaurant choices on Sundays.
  • Rates: Typical Axel rate $225 a night · usually 12% under the public rate

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How to choose

What paying more buys

The Barfield is one of the pricier picks: compared with Courtyard Amarillo Downtown, it buys more distinctive décor, a steakhouse and a speakeasy—not quieter nights or a pool. Embassy Suites sits between them and adds suite space, breakfast and an indoor pool. The Barfield's premium isn't worthwhile if you'll mostly be out or want an early night. Typical rates with Axel here run from $209 a night at Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown to $373 at The Barfield, Autograph Collection (last 30 days). Typical rates are USD medians, not live quotes. Hotel fees may be extra.

The best hotels in Downtown Amarillo — Polk Street & Civic Center, ranked by Axel's take

Each hotel scored for what it is by Axel's own review; the rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates.

  1. The Barfield, Autograph Collection 8.8/10, historic, upscale 4-star boutique hotel in downtown Amarillo. Distinctive downtown comfort and warm service, with nightlife noise the main catch. Why it's here: the standout for distinctive Texas décor, warm service and on-site cocktails. Accept: late-night street noise, paid valet and no pool. $273 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details
  2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown 8.6/10, mid-range all-suite hotel in downtown Amarillo. Spacious suites and a strong breakfast make downtown stays easy, but parking costs extra. Why it's here: the downtown family choice for suite space, cooked-to-order breakfast and an indoor pool. Accept: parking costs extra, and sofa beds receive comfort complaints. $187 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details
  3. Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown 8.5/10, historic downtown 3-star business hotel. A strong downtown choice with historic character and comfortable rooms, but few included extras. Why it's here: historic downtown character and spacious rooms for less than most nearby. Accept: breakfast and garage parking cost extra; no pool. $160 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate · Customer link — Open hotel details

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Courtyard by Marriott Amarillo Downtown · 3-star, CourtyardNov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult$160 a night · includes $2 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundablenot seenCustomer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
Embassy Suites by Hilton Amarillo Downtown · 3-star, Embassy SuitesNov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult$187 a night · non-refundablenot seenCustomer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms
The Barfield, Autograph Collection · 4-star, Autograph CollectionNov 21 to Nov 24, 2026 · 3 nights · 1 adult$273 a night · includes $4 a night paid at the hotel · non-refundablenot seenCustomer link — Open hotel details · Optional: inspect current rooms

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