When you’re living in Texas, it can feel like summertime is year-round. Luckily for college students, there is no shortage of luxurious pool decks to cool off and relax near the University of Texas at Austin.
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At the Rambler leasing office, we frequently hear residents talk about how important amenities are to them, especially a pool deck. While Rambler offers an exciting pool and lounge courtyard along with other state-of-the-art amenities, we understand that it is important to know your options. For this reason, we’ve compiled a list of the eight best West Campus pools at student apartments to help you make the most of your time at UT.
Best West Campus Pool Decks
1. Moontower ATX
Pool deck at Moontower, a student housing apartment in West Campus.
Address: 2204 San Antonio St, Austin, TX, 78705
Year Opened: 2020
Features: Moontower’s rooftop pool sits on the 18th-floor deck, offering panoramic views of both the UT Campus and downtown Austin. With an in-pool tanning ledge, grilling area, and plenty of different types of seating, it’s a great spot to relax with friends.
2. Villas on Rio
Pool deck at Villas on Rio, a student apartment complex in West Campus. Photo courtesy of Villas on Rio.
Address: 2111 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX, 78705
Year Opened: 2021
Features: Villas on Rio’s Rooftop Vista Deck features various amenities such as a fire pit area and cabana-style seating. From this 19th-floor oasis, you can enjoy views of the Austin skyline whether you’re chilling in the hot tub or lounging on the tanning ledge.
3. Yugo Austin Waterloo
Pool deck at Waterloo Tower, a luxury student housing apartment in West Campus.
Address: 2400 Seton Ave, Austin, TX, 78705
Year Opened: 2022
Features: Sitting on top of the tallest building in West Campus, Yugo Austin Waterloo’s 30th floor pool deck boasts some of the most impressive views in the area. These sights are accompanied by high-end features such as a hot tub, ample seating, an outdoor kitchen and a bar area.
4. Torre
Pool deck at student apartment complex, Torre, in West Campus.
Address: 2020 Nueces St., Austin, TX, 78705
Year Opened: 2021
Features: Complete with a hot tub, cozy fire pit and alternate lounge areas, Torre’s rooftop pool overlooks the downtown Austin skyline. The abundance of tanning chairs and other seating make this deck an ideal spot to soak up some sun.
5. The Standard
The Standard’s pool deck offers lounge seating, two hot tubs, and a jumbotron. Photo courtesy of Landmark Properties.
Address: 715 W 23rd St., Austin, TX, 78705
Year Opened: 2021
Features: The Standard’s pool deck features two hot tubs, hammocks, fire pits, a Jumbotron, and an outdoor grill. Located on the seventh floor, the resort-style pool and palm trees make this location the perfect summertime oasis.
6. 26 West
The 26 West pool deck is the largest pool in West Campus. Photo courtesy of American Campus Communities.
Address: 600 W 26th St., Austin, TX, 78705
Year Opened: 2008
Features: 26 West’s courtyard pool is home to the largest pool in West Campus. This massive resort-style pool and lounge area is complete with gathering pavilions, a hot tub, an outdoor kitchen, and dozens of lounge chairs.
7. Rise at West Campus
Rooftop pool at Rise, a new student housing complex in West Campus. Photo courtesy of Rise.
Address: 2206 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78705
Year Opened: 2023
Features: With a rooftop pool and hot tub, a Jumbotron, grills and cabanas, Rise’s Skydeck is a great spot watch the game or hang out on a hot summer day. Plus, at 29 stories high, you can enjoy great view of campus and Austin.
8. Rambler ATX
Rambler’s courtyard pool deck, complete with chaise loungers, a hot tub, lush decor and plenty of seating.
Address: 2513 Seton Ave., Austin, TX, 78705
Year Opening: 2023
Features: Rambler features a courtyard pool and lounge area, perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying some me-time. The pool and hot tub are accompanied by a cabana-style outdoor kitchen, open turf area, and plenty of seating.
We hope that this list gets you excited to check out the awesome pools around West Campus! If you want to learn more about Rambler’s pool or other amenities, contact our leasing team.
