Hotel San JosevsOmni Austin Hotel Downtown
Both properties are endorsed by writers. Overall, Hotel San Jose ranks significantly better than Omni Austin Hotel Downtown. Hotel San Jose has a TripExpert Score of 94 with endorsements from 19 sources such as Gayot, Zagat and Travel + Leisure.
Hotel San Jose Show All Reviews
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
Oyster
Upper-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."
Zagat
4.2
"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."
Omni Austin Hotel Downtown
700 San Jacinto, Austin, TX 78701
From $110/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"This is a cool hotel despite the fact that it caters to business travelers." Full review
Fodor's
"Your introduction to this bustling, business-oriented hotel is a soaring, granite-and-glass atrium lobby." Full review
Lonely Planet
"From high on a hill, western facing rooms at this upscale chain look out onto the Texas countryside."
Oyster
Upscale
"The Omni is an upscale chain geared toward business travelers, with a prime downtown location within walking distance of the Sixth Street entertainment district." Full review
Star Service
"It is a hybrid hotel, sharing its atrium with an office tower that bustles during the week and sleeps on weekends." Full review
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The new suites on floors 15-19 are the ones to request, each with bold contemporary design and top-notch amenities.
Gayot
"Due to its downtown location, this hotel attracts a large corporate clientele."
BlackBook
"You're the master of your domain atop the rooftop of this downtown sky-kisser."
Zagat
4.0
"Occupying a steel-and-glass tower, this "classy" Downtown "surprise" caters to the corporate set, but its "amazing" location off the Sixth Street entertainment district and "courteous" staff appeal to all."
Time Out
"Accommodations range from comfortable deluxe rooms to the luxurious penthouse suite, and you can take your pick of dining options with the hotel's multiple restaurants and bars." Full review