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Hotel San JosevsAloft Austin at The Domain
Both hotels are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Hotel San Jose ranks significantly better than aloft Austin at the Domain. Hotel San Jose scores 92 with endorsements from 17 publications like Gayot, Not For Tourists and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel San Jose
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1316 S Congress, Austin, TX 78704
From $197/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
Concierge "An eternal favorite among tourists and locals alike, the Hotel San José epitomizes Austin cool."
Fodor's "A warren of rooms and suites done up in South Austin chic: a modern, minimalist style adorned with balconies, patios, and tropical vegetation." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"They say everything's bigger in Texas, but this intimate "bungalow-style" boutique hotel might be the exception." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located in the modern bohemian neighborhood of South Congress (or SoCo), the über-hip San José Hotel has 40 sleek, minimalist guest rooms with earthy tones, warm woods, and simple, modern lines." Full review
Rough Guide "Chic and funky boutique hotel in the South Congress district."
Star Service "This funky, spirited sprite is an authentic boutique-hotel with a trim modern style that fits in glove-tight with the SXSW crowd of young, energetic—and moneyed—media hipsters." Full review
Gayot "This urban bungalow-style hotel oozes modern minimalism."
BlackBook "This bungalow-style hotel is surrounded with Southwestern landscaping and modern accents."
Zagat4.2
"An "alternative to mainstream lodging", this revamped 1930s motor court is now a "cool boutique" in a "crazy-prime" South Congress location."
Not For Tourists "Hip little hotel in SoCo with a killer bar."
Aloft Austin at The Domain Gayot
Frommer's Fodor's Travel + Leisure Frommer's Frommer's
11601 Domain Drive, Austin, TX 78758
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Gayot "Modern chic furniture in whimsical earth tones set the ambient stage for ultra hip lounging at aloft."
Frommer's "This budget Starwood Hotels (Westin) property, inspired by the W Hotel chain, is a great option for young business travelers on a budget." Full review
Fodor's "This trendy offshoot of the W provides more basic, Euro-chic accommodations that placate the sensibility of the brand’s up-and-coming urban audience." Full review
Travel + Leisure "I'm a big fan of Starwood's modern, hip and reasonably priced Aloft chain." Full review
Frommer's "This boutique hotel might come off as corny if it were less skillfully done; instead, it’s charming and fun. The rooms have braided rugs, cowhide director’s chairs, and full-size SMEG refrigerators." Full review
Frommer's "It’s charming and fun. The rooms have braided rugs, cowhide director’s chairs, and full-size SMEG refrigerators loaded with more adult beverages...there’s plenty to do on the property." Full review
