Downright Austin, A Renaissance HotelvsHotel San Jose
Hotel San Jose and Sheraton Austin at the Capitol are both rated highly by writers. On balance, Hotel San Jose is the choice of most professionals compared to Sheraton Austin at the Capitol. Hotel San Jose is ranked #2 in Austin with recommendations from 19 publications like Fodor's, Zagat and Not For Tourists.
Downright Austin, A Renaissance Hotel
701 E. 11th St., Austin, TX 78701
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"The Sheraton is a good deal. It's 5 blocks east of the capitol and within easy walking distance of downtown and the university campus." Full review
Star Service
"The chain's Sweet Sleeper bedding is available in all rooms, with pillow-top mattresses, layers of soft linens, and a mix of firm and cushy pillows. " Full review
Gayot
"Thanks to its location near the State Capitol, this 365-room hotel primarily attracts a corporate clientele."
BlackBook
"You couldn't sleep last night. You were clogged with a gnarly combo of ragweed and pollen. Didn't they tell you Claritin is powerless to Central Texas allergens? You switch hotels when..."
Time Out
"BackYARD at Waller Creek channels everyone's favorite backyard party, a spot where BBQ, games, live music and cocktails converge. Stop by with your crew for breakfast, lunch, dinner or..." Full review
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."