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Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South CongressvsHilton Austin
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. On balance, Hilton Austin is the choice of most writers compared to Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin - Downtown/Town Lake. Hilton Austin has a TripExpert Score of 84 with recommendations from 10 reviewers like Zagat, Gayot and The Telegraph.
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
Hilton Austin Fodor's Lonely Planet Star Service Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
The Telegraph Oyster
Time Out
Frommer's
500 E 4th St, Austin, TX 78701
From $105/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "The Hilton is defined by its proximity to the colossal Austin Convention Center, and this is the conventioneers' hostelry." Full review
Lonely Planet "Everything about this 800-room convention center behemoth is Texas size."
Star Service "Ready-for-prime-time player may stick out like a sore thumb in this historic downtown neighborhood, but it is a standout for both business and leisure travelers who benefit from the central location." Full review
Gayot "Steps away from the Austin Convention Center, it is geared toward travelers in town for conferences or an upscale run through the vibrant music scene."
BlackBook "Fitness this. Spa that. Pervasive Internet."
Zagat4.0
"Adjacent to the convention center, this "centrally located" Downtown chain link offers "quick access to shopping and bars"and features "comfortable" rooms and a "friendly" staff."
The Telegraph8.0
"Modern design and style meets comfort at the Hilton in downtown Austin." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Located across the street from the Austin Convention Center, the four-pearl Hilton Austin is one of the city's major hotels for convention attendees." Full review
Time Out "If you're in town for an event at the Convention Center, Hilton Austin will likely serve as your homebase." Full review
Frommer's "This hotel, located directly across from the convention center, discounts rooms when there's no convention in town." Full review
