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Hotel Ella, Austin
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About the Hotel
1900 Rio Grande Street,
Austin,
Texas,
United States,
78705,
Texas
Hotel Ella is a historic Greek Revival mansion built in 1900, located in downtown Austin. The property features a rich collection of Texas Modernist art and has undergone extensive renovations to blend its historic elegance with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options and leisure facilities in a uniquely historic environment. Its proximity to cultural attractions like the Blanton Museum of Art enhances its significance in Austin's vibrant landscape.
Location
Situated less than 2 km from the Texas State Capitol and the University of Texas, Hotel Ella offers convenient access to major Austin attractions. Guests can navigate the city's downtown sights easily, either by walking or using rideshare services. Valet parking is available on-site, enhancing accessibility for travelers visiting the area.
Rooms
The hotel offers 47 guest rooms, including nine in the original mansion and 38 in the North Wing. Spacious Premiere Poolside rooms feature king beds, private patios, and modern design. Each room includes complimentary Wi-Fi, 47-inch LED televisions, and locally curated minibars. The mansion's Petite Suites and custom-designed furniture add a touch of luxury and comfort for every guest.
Eat & Drink
Goodall's Kitchen & Bar serves a sophisticated menu focusing on seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients. Guests can enjoy breakfast featuring options like ricotta hotcakes and lunch with a variety of shareable plates and modern Southern dishes. The Parlor Bar offers craft cocktails and light snacks in an inviting, early 20th-century setting. Special dining events, such as Children’s Fried Chicken Night, cater to families and guests looking for social dining experiences.
Leisure & Business
Hotel Ella caters to both leisure and business needs, providing 1.5 m² of event space equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology. Health and wellness classes are frequently hosted, emphasizing physical, emotional, and environmental wellness. The courtyard pool area and fitness center enable guests to relax and rejuvenate during their stay.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Accessible Amenities
The hotel's facilities were thoughtfully designed to be accessible, making it welcoming for everyone.view full review
Relaxing Pool Oasis
The pool area was a serene escape, perfect for unwinding with nice fountains and attentive bar service to keep you refreshed.view full review
Comfy & Cozy
The bed in our upgraded room was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep every night of our stay.view full review
Charming Ambiance
The historic decor of the hotel added a unique charm to our experience, making each moment feel special and inviting.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Services
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
1900 Rio Grande Street,
Austin,
Texas,
United States,
78705,
Texas
Map view
1900 Rio Grande Street,
Austin,
Texas,
United States,
78705,
Texas
City landmarks
Public Building
State Capitol vista
1.4
km
Museum
Bullock Texas State History Museum
820 m
Museum
LBJ Presidential Library
2.1
km
Museum
Blanton Museum of Art
830 m
University
University of Texas at Austin
920 m
Bridge
Congress Avenue Bridge
2.3
km
604 Brazos St
The Driskill
2.2
km
2100 San Jacinto Blvd.
Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium
1.7
km
Museum
Texas Memorial Museum
1.8
km
Park
Pease Park
1.2
km
2100 Barton Springs Rd
Zilker Metropolitan Park
3.2
km
1008 Baylor Street
Graffiti Park at Castle Hills
1.3
km
Library
Austin Central Library
1.6
km
Museum
Neill-Cochran House
1.2
km
Museum
French Legation Museum
2.2
km
E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Disch-Falk Field
1.7
km
Convention Centre
Austin Convention Center
2.3
km
100 W 11th St SW corner of Capitol Grounds
Texas African American History Memorial
1.2
km
Event hall
Caswell House
760 m
1006 Congress Ave
Old Bakery and Emporium
2.0
km
Garden
Zilker Botanical Garden
3.0
km
Park
Duncan Park
1.6
km
115 E 6th St
6th Street
2.8
km
Gallery
HOPE Outdoor Gallery
1.4
km
700 Guadalupe to 900 San Antonio streets Between Seventh and Eighth
Bremond Block Historic District
1.4
km
Park
West Austin Park
2.0
km
Museum
Museum of the Weird
2.5
km
615 Congress Ave
Wild About Music
2.0
km
Park
Pease District Park
1.5
km
Nearby
300 W 21st St University of Texas at Austin
Harry Ranson Center
570 m
Restaurants
Goodall's Kitchen & Bar
0 m
1900 Rio Grande St Hotel Ella
Acre 41
250 m
1901 San Antonio Street Unit 130
China's Family Restaurant
380 m
1914 Guadalupe St B
Teji's
460 m
2100B Guadalupe St
Pluckers Wing Bar
440 m
2222 Rio Grande St Ste D-116 Ste D116
Poke Bay
500 m
2001 Guadalupe St Ste A-1
The Clay Pit
720 m
1601 Guadalupe St The Bertram Building
Hoa Hoa Restaurant at Dobie Mall
520 m
2025 Guadalupe St Ste 254
El Mercado
680 m
1702 Lavaca St
Sushi Niichi
720 m
705 W 24th St Ste B
Gabriel's Cafe
620 m
1900 University Ave
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
78%
liked the hotel and would stay again
clean rooms
friendly staff
limited dining
high prices
7.8/10
Very good
Rooms
7.3
Location
7.3
Service
9.0
Dining
6.8
Guest reviews
7.8/10
based on 4 reviews
8.1
8.1/10based on 201 reviews
Jimmy
United States,
April
2024
8.4/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were beautifully decorated with antique furnishings, offering a spacious closet. The staff was lovely and friendly, making my stay very pleasant. However, the price could be a bit high for some travelers.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were charming with original antique furnishings and a spacious closet.
Service
9.0
The staff went above and beyond to help us, even walking us to our room after a long day of travel. Their service was phenomenal.
Location
9.0
The location was historic and very interesting, and perfect for an evening cocktail. It was within walking distance of the University of Texas, ideal for business travelers.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were fantastic, offering delicacies that were truly enjoyable. However, the breakfast could have been more reasonably priced.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, providing everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
J.
United States,
February
2024
8.0/10
The hotel is a gem in the heart of the city, offering comfortable rooms and exceptional service. However, the dining experience falls short compared to the fantastic location and friendly staff. The facilities are well-maintained, ensuring a pleasant stay overall.
Rooms
9.0
My room was large and comfortable, nicely furnished, very clean, and extremely cozy.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, with every staff member being super friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect, especially for an evening cocktail and close to a fantastic restaurant called Night Cap.
Dining
6.0
Although the service was exceptional, the dining experience was not as great, with limited menu options and high prices on specific occasions.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and offered everything needed for a comfortable stay.
clean rooms
limited dining
Jacob
United Kingdom,
January
2024
6.8/10
The hotel provides cozy rooms but feels more like a motel, with limited space and inadequate bathroom facilities. The service is exceptional with warm and accommodating staff. The location overlooks the pool but is noisy due to traffic. The dining experience is mixed with fine offerings but pricey fixes. Facilities are decent though could be improved.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were super small and felt cramped, more like a Japan size hotel room. The limited space made it challenging for luggage and relaxation. The slanted walls added to the compact feel.
Service
9.0
The service was very warm, helpful, and gracious. The staff was fantastic, friendly, and accommodating, making our stay pleasant.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location could be better as it was pretty loud with traffic, though quick to assist with our needs. It overlooks the pool but lacks attractive surroundings.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was fine, but the fixed menu option was pricey. There were some enjoyable aspects like the happy hour at the bar.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory but could use some improvements to enhance the overall guest experience.
Peter
United States,
October
2023
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms are nicely decorated and spacious, but there was no place to put our luggage and the bathroom was small and inadequate for two people. The service was amazing and extremely helpful, but the price was a bit high. The location, although cute, was a little too chill for my taste. The dining experience was good but could be improved. Overall, a decent stay with a few drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are nicely decorated and spacious.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing and extremely helpful.
Location
6.0
The location, although cute, was a little too chill for my taste.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, although good, could be improved.
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