No Surprizes in Austin
I just spent two nights at this hotel and was somewhat disappointed. In part I realize that I prefer something with more character. But I was thinking I'd go for the large room, swimming pool and convenient location. It had those but not much more. Basically it is charmless-- from the paper cups next to the coffeemaker in the room, to the abundant but unpleasant breakfast served on plastic plates, to the corporate, dull decor of the room.. The people at the front desk are very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and there were plenty of towels. Water pressure in my room could have been stronger.. There was only one small window and so the room was rather dark in spite of the Austin sun. The biggest problem, however, is the construction work right next to the hotel. I thought I would be safe on a Saturday morning but I was awakened by road work at five a.m. Then using the pool you are surrounded by noise of construction One positive note is that they have a pick-up service from the airport but you have to get the number from them and make the arrangements yourself.. That service was excellent-on time, friendly and efficient.. All in all I think I got pretty much what I paid for but I suspect I could find something really fun, funky or just interesting for the same money. I probably wouldn't come back here.