You're spoiled for sightseeing choice in Downtown Austin. University of Texas at Austin is a good place to kick off here, but there are lots of other interesting spots to appreciate. Texas State Capitol, Zilker Park, and Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum are close to the modern university and will fill in your day nicely.
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (493 reviews)
So unique and great location. We loved the pool. Our room. The food. And pet friendly atmosphere !
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8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
I hate to write this review because we had so much hope for this property. It was such a huge disappointment. The view from our room was absolutely beautiful, however the condition of the room was a massive let down. Our headboard was all scratched up and dingy looking it made me feel like I was in a two star motel . There was quiete a bit of dirt piled up in the corners of the room and the room in general did not feel clean.
Another let down was the restaurant. We had our hearts set on some great food and what we got was near inedible . My children were so disappointed at breakfast . They ordered pancakes . We waited SOOO long only to be served rock hard pancakes that were clearly previously frozen. On top of that they would not seat us outside! We came here for the VIEW and you won’t let us eat outside on the beautiful outdoor dining patio? Why did we pay too dollar to come here in the first place ?
Unfortunately I had hyped my kids up to come here for some time and it was such a huge letdown .
I wanted to love this property so much .
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2024
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Reviews of University of Texas at Austin
4.4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
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May 6, 2020graduate
4/5 - Good
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Nov 21, 2019BASS CONCERT HALL IS A GREAT VENUE FOR SHOWS. TRAFFIC IS HORRIBLE THROUGH DOWNTOWN AUSTIN AT ALL TIMES OF DAY AND NIGHT.
5/5 - Excellent
Ray
Jun 21, 2019LBJohnson Presidential Museum was educational.
4/5 - Good
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Apr 17, 2019Just drove around, did visit LBJ Libr ary
3/5 - Okay
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Mar 12, 2019Traffic is terrible around the University. Take an Uber!
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Feb 26, 2019Visit the Ransom Center at UT if possible. Very interesting.
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Hilton Garden Inn Austin University Capitol District
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Hampton Inn & Suites Austin @ The University / Capitol
1701 Lavaca St, Austin, TX
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AT&T Hotel & Conference Center at the University of Texas
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