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Hotel Ella vs Renaissance Austin Hotel

Both Hotel Ella and Renaissance Austin Hotel are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel Ella is the choice of most reviewers compared to Renaissance Austin Hotel. Hotel Ella comes in at #7 in Austin with accolades from 14 reviews like Star Service, Concierge and Travel + Leisure.

Hotel Ella
Hotel Ella
9 / 10
1900 Rio Grande, Austin, TX 78705
From $111 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"Romantic atmosphere... the clientele is largely couples doing a one-on-one getaway or visiting their kids at the University of Texas, which is a short stroll away."
Fodor's Fodor's
"History and modern amenities come together in this exquisite boutique hotel near the southern edge of UT's main campus." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This stately building is hands-down the most photogenic B&B in town."
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"Hotel Ella is closed for renovations through September 1, 2013. We are in the process of updating our review." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Hotel Ella fills a void in this location, providing exceptional style and service within walking distance to some of the city's most popular sights." Full review
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Renaissance Austin Hotel
Renaissance Austin Hotel
7 / 10
9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, TX 78759
From $109 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
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Fodor's Fodor's
"The enormous, skylit lobby of this hotel—connected to the upscale Arboretum shopping center—is an eccentric mix of Victorian-style street lamps, crystal chandeliers, and giant mobiles." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Granted, conventions pay the bills here, but leisure travelers take advantage of low weekend rates and resorty recreational options and pampering staff." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"This ten-story hotel is a cornerstone of the Austin Arboretum, an upscale collection of more than 50 specialty boutiques and restaurants."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Apple. Dell. IBM. All clients you're scheduled to visit on this business trip. But locations change once their execs hear you're staying at this Brave New World."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The huge atrium lobby is dramatic, while exterior rooms have attractive views of the thickly wooded rolling hills surrounding the mall. " Full review