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Hilton AustinvsThe Westin Austin Downtown
Both Hilton Austin and The Westin Austin Downtown are praised by professionals. Overall, Hilton Austin is the choice of most writers compared to The Westin Austin Downtown. Hilton Austin is ranked #14 in Austin with positive reviews from 10 publications like The Telegraph, Oyster and Time Out.
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
The Westin Austin Downtown Zagat Gayot
Travel + Leisure The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Oyster Time Out
310 East 5th Street, Austin, TX 78701
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Zagat "Located on the ground floor of Downtown's Westin Hotel, Stella San Jac pays homage to Southern cuisine with a menu inspired both by chef Michael Cerrie's family cooking and local dishes." Full review
Gayot "This nicely outfitted, reliable hotel enjoys a lively downtown location."
Travel + Leisure "The highest hotel pool in the city sits atop the Westin's new downtown Austin locale." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"One of Austin’s newest hotels, with a distinct Austin vibe, modern elegance and an open, welcoming ambience." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"Opened in July 2015, this 366-room hotel sits squarely in the center of the Live Music Capital of the World, just a few minutes' stroll from three of Austin's major entertainment districts." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Westin Austin Downtown is a four-pearl property that’s a prime example of the Westin chain brand." Full review
Time Out "A stunning rootop pool, a state-of-the-art fitness studio (plus guided group runs), deluxe rooms with views of downtown Austin—the Westin is a luxurious option for any stay you're planning." Full review
