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Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress vs JW Marriott Austin
Both hotels are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, JW Marriott Austin is preferred by most reviewers compared to Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin - Downtown/Town Lake. JW Marriott Austin has a TripExpert Score of 79 with accolades from 6 reviewers like Gayot, Star Service and Condé Nast Traveler.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Lonely Planet
Star Service
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
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300 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
From $97 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Lonely Planet
"Families are a major focus... The majority of the lodgings are small suites with one or two beds, a pull out couch and a microwave and minifridge. Big enough for your small army."
Star Service
" 8 miles east of the Austin Bergstrom International Airport, this first generation Embassy Suites is a solid pick for midrange travelers looking for added space in the heart of the city."
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The small number of remaining unrenovated units should be avoided, as these are dated and dour.
Gayot
"The convenience and spaciousness of suites draws travelers to this centrally located property."
Travel + Leisure
"The location of this hotel makes it easy for you and the fam to enjoy South Congress Avenue, the Capitol and downtown, Barton Springs Pool and the famous "Bat Bridge.""
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin - Downtown/Town Lake makes a strong showing amongst Austin’s array of upper-middle-range hotels with its fashionable lobby, spacious rooms, and excellent freebies. "
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JW Marriott Austin
Gayot
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
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110 E 2nd ST, Austin, TX 78701
From $143 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Gayot
"They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and the JW Marriott Austin is no exception."
Star Service
"This is a big, user-friendly convention hotel with a surprisingly service-oriented staff. Dining and lodgings get high marks."
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Travel + Leisure
"Featuring more than a thousand guest rooms and 120,000 square feet of meeting and event space in the heart of downtown."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"Guest rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with dark, elegant wood furniture and super-comfortable, “Revive” beds; and the rooftop pool bar offers an Instagram-worthy view of the city."
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The Telegraph
9.0
"This 34-storey hotel exudes sleek modernity, with a sophisticated yet welcoming vibe."
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