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Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South CongressvsArcher Hotel Austin
Both properties are highly recommended by professionals. On balance, Archer Hotel Austin is the choice of most professionals compared to Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin - Downtown/Town Lake. Archer Hotel Austin is ranked #25 in Austin with approval from 5 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, Oyster and Forbes Travel Guide.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Lonely Planet
Star Service
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Fodor's
300 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
From $97/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Lonely Planet "Families are a major focus... The majority of the lodgings are small suites with one or two beds, a pull out couch and a microwave and minifridge. Big enough for your small army."
Star Service " 8 miles east of the Austin Bergstrom International Airport, this first generation Embassy Suites is a solid pick for midrange travelers looking for added space in the heart of the city." Full review
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The small number of remaining unrenovated units should be avoided, as these are dated and dour.
Gayot "The convenience and spaciousness of suites draws travelers to this centrally located property."
Travel + Leisure "The location of this hotel makes it easy for you and the fam to enjoy South Congress Avenue, the Capitol and downtown, Barton Springs Pool and the famous "Bat Bridge."" Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin - Downtown/Town Lake makes a strong showing amongst Austin’s array of upper-middle-range hotels with its fashionable lobby, spacious rooms, and excellent freebies. " Full review
Fodor's "Each room offers separate living and sleeping areas and some have beautiful views of Downtown Austin and Lady Bird Lake." Full review
Archer Hotel Austin
Forbes Travel Guide
The Telegraph Oyster
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler
Frommer's
3121 Palm Way, Austin, TX 78758
From $249/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"Located in the constantly evolving Domain Northside entertainment and shopping district, Archer Hotel Austin is a newly opened ode to this city — rustic but thoroughly modern." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"With a nod to its Texas heritage, the Archer mixes the eclectic, creative soul of Austin with a Texas-chic style." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The upscale Archer Hotel Austin is a fun and modern hotel situated in the heart of Austin's Domain Northside shopping district." Full review
Time Out "As one of the Domain's newest hotels, the Archer excels at exceptional service, offering handmade salted caramels to newly checked-in guests and a nightly turndown service with local treats." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
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If you're looking to escape the crush of touristy downtown, but don't want to be away from all the buzz, book a room at this design-centric hotel." Full review
Frommer's "The Domain NORTHSIDE likes to bill itself as an alternate entertainment hub to downtown Austin. That’s seriously stretching it, but the stylish Archer proves that you don’t have to feel..." Full review
