Hampton Inn & Suites Austin-Downtown/Convention CentervsRadisson Hotel Austin - University
Both Hampton Inn & Suites Austin Downtown and Crowne Plaza Austin are rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Hampton Inn & Suites Austin Downtown scores marginally better than Crowne Plaza Austin. Hampton Inn & Suites Austin Downtown ranks #36 in Austin with recommendations from 4 reviewers like BlackBook, Oyster and Gayot.
Hampton Inn & Suites Austin-Downtown/Convention Center
 Frommer's
 BlackBook
 Gayot
200 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701
From $93/night
- Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "This conventioneer hotel is a cut above average. The rooms are ample and comfortable, decorated in an understated mix of modern and traditional -- a bit bland." Full review
 "This is downtown. Sophistication comes with the real estate. And at a fraction of the price." 
 "Bringing a New Orleans flavor to the Texas Capitol, this hotel enjoys a prime location in the heart of all the action." 
Radisson Hotel Austin - University
 Gayot
 Fodor's
 Oyster
 Time Out
6121 North IH 35, Austin, TX 78752
From $66/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "Located at the intersection of US 290 and I-35, this convenient hotel makes it easy for travelers to reach downtown, the University of Texas and most major North Austin business headquarters." 
 "The local Highland Mall and shopping plaza are 2 miles from this highway-side hotel, continually bustling with conventions and business travelers; downtown is 4–5 miles away." Full review
Upper-middle-range
 "The upper-middle-range Crowne Plaza Austin is a good alternative to the city’s downtown hotels." Full review
 "Comfortable digs in a convenient area (the hotel is located with easy access to both I-290 and I-35) make the Crowne Plaza Austin a desirable place to kick back on vacation." Full review