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AVIA Sanctuary at Highland MallvsHotel Ella
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Hotel Ella is the choice of most reviewers compared to Habitat Suites Hotel. Hotel Ella ranks #7 in Austin with accolades from 14 sources including Jetsetter, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
AVIA Sanctuary at Highland Mall
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Gayot
Not For Tourists
Time Out
Lonely Planet
500 East Highland Mall, Austin, TX 78752
From $119/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "This hotel just might represent the future of green businesses... Staying here also means healthful food choices for breakfast." Full review
Fodor's "Native flowering plants, organic vegetable gardens, and fruit-bearing trees surround this environmentally friendly lodging." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The hotel was designed to support ecological consciousness; the photovoltaic system powers about 20% of its energy." Full review
Gayot "Likely one of the best kept secrets in Austin lodging, this 96-room property offers the spaciousness of apartment living with the convenience of a hotel."
Not For Tourists "Not the best location, but it is the only 100% green hotel in A-town."
Time Out "Habitat Suites is one of Austin's most eco-friendly hotels, offering hypoallergenic suites surrounded by organic fruit and herb gardens (Bonus: the hotel uses solar power! )." Full review
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Guests can choose from one of four types of suites ranging in size, but all are equipped with 100-percent natural hygiene products—plus live potted plants to encourage clean indoor air quality.
Lonely Planet "Locally owned and eco-friendly, this quiet place is tucked away just north of downtown, away from the hustle and bustle." Full review
Hotel Ella
Concierge Fodor's Lonely Planet
Oyster
Star Service Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide Frommer's
Jetsetter
The Telegraph Show All Reviews
1900 Rio Grande, Austin, TX 78705
From $111/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Romantic atmosphere... the clientele is largely couples doing a one-on-one getaway or visiting their kids at the University of Texas, which is a short stroll away."
Fodor's "History and modern amenities come together in this exquisite boutique hotel near the southern edge of UT's main campus." Full review
Lonely Planet "This stately building is hands-down the most photogenic B&B in town."
OysterUpscale
"Hotel Ella is closed for renovations through September 1, 2013. We are in the process of updating our review." Full review
Star Service "Hotel Ella fills a void in this location, providing exceptional style and service within walking distance to some of the city's most popular sights." Full review
Gayot "Greek Revival in style, the Goodall Wooten Mansion was built at the turn of the twentieth century."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"The property formerly known as The Mansion at Judges’ Hill underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation and reopened as Hotel Ella in September 2013." Full review
Frommer's "All the rooms in this boutique hotel are furnished and decorated with more character than you'll find at any of the local chain hotels." Full review
Jetsetter "An 1898 Greek Revival mansion fresh off a top-to-bottom makeover, with contemporary rooms in central Austin." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"One of Austin’s most gracious historic landmarks, a stay at Hotel Ella allows guests to step back in time to the life of a wealthy turn-of-the-19th-century family." Full review
