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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel AustinvsW Austin
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. On balance, W Austin scores significantly better than Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Austin. W Austin comes in at 88 with endorsements from 13 publications including Zagat, BlackBook and Condé Nast Traveler.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Austin
Frommer's
Star Service
Gayot
Fodor's
Oyster
6505 IH-35 North, Austin, TX 78752-4346
From $101/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Two miles north of the university...is this large, five-story hotel decorated in the style of a Mexican hacienda. ... Guest quarters are airy and spacious, if a bit dull." Full review
Star Service "Staffers are casual and pleasant at this friendly property, where the staff is about as sweet as the cookies at check-in. Don't expect luxury. This place is all about moderate rates and convenience." Full review
Gayot "Originally a La Mansion hotel, this 350-room DoubleTree maintains its predecessor's Spanish colonial-style."
Fodor's "This 1983-vintage hotel turns its back on the rat race of nearby I–35 and transports guests to a surprisingly convincing Spanish colonial world." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"The Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Austin is a three-and-a-half-pearl chain hotel with surprisingly chic, individual style." Full review
W Austin Fodor's
Jetsetter Oyster Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat Frommer's
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
200 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX 78701
From $203/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "The W Hotel is Austin's answer to excellent service in a very urban-chic environment." Full review
Jetsetter "A social and music hub in downtown Austin housed in a LEED-certified tower." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The W Austin, opened in December 2010, is one of the city's newest luxury hotels." Full review
Gayot "With a terrific Second Street location adjacent to the new home of Austin City Limits, the W Austin offers a hip retreat for music lovers."
BlackBook "Spa, rooftop pool, fitness center, restaurants are welcomed amenities, but you'll forget all about them when the musicians come out to play."
Zagat4.2
""Right in the heart of Downtown", this "cool, laid-back space with an upscale Austin vibe" has "über-modern" decor, an "attentive" staff and Austin City Limits concert venue next door."
Frommer's "The location is perfectly chosen for the brand's usual clientele -- the young and affluent." Full review
Afar Magazine "Surrounded by downtown Austin’s vibrant music scene, the W Austin draws on the neighborhood’s rock-and-roll roots for its hip bar scene, glam roof-deck pool, and colorful, mid-century–inspired decor." Full review
Travel + Leisure "If your romantic getaway to Austin includes a concert at ACL Live, there's no hotel more convenient than the vibrant, modern W." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Expect hip, modern style — courtesy of dark wood and stone materials coupled with vibrant red and blue textiles." Full review
