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1900 Rio Grande Street, Austin, Texas, United States, 78705

Hotel Ella - Historic Greek revival mansion near University of Texas at Austin

Hotel Ella is located in Downtown Austin, a 15-minute walk from the University of Texas at Austin. The property is a Greek revival mansion built in 1900, retaining its historic façade with a wrap-around veranda. It features 47 guest rooms, a courtyard pool, and a fitness center. Dining options include Goodall's Kitchen & Bar, serving farm-to-table Southern dishes, and the Parlor Bar with cocktails and bar snacks. The hotel offers 14,675 square feet of event space, including a ballroom and outdoor veranda. Nearby attractions include the Blanton Museum of Art and the Texas State Capitol.

Additional perks of the hotel

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi

Electric car charging stations

Valet parking (first 2 hours free for diners)

24-hour guest services

Twice-daily housekeeping

Health & wellness classes

Family-Style Fried Chicken Night on Tuesdays

Afternoon High Tea at Goodall's Kitchen

Rooms

Hotel Ella offers 47 guest rooms, including options in the historic mansion and the North Wing. Mansion Petite Suites feature king beds, French doors opening to a shared balcony, and 47-inch LED TVs. Premiere Poolside rooms include private patios and views of the courtyard pool. Ella's Parlor Suite has a separate living area and pool views. All rooms have custom-designed furniture, complimentary Wi-Fi, and minibars with locally curated items.

Other conveniences

Nespresso machines with espresso pods

Feather-free, allergy-friendly bedding

47-inch LED televisions

Private bathrooms (some with bathtubs upon request)

Pet-friendly rooms ($50 fee)

ADA-accessible room available

Cribs and rollaway beds upon request

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Premiere Pool View

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Air conditioning

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Premiere King

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2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Premiere Poolside

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Austin 2.0 km

Airports

Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) 15.3 km

Killeen-Fort Hood Regional (GRK) 111.1 km

Train

Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train 2.8 km

Train100 m

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

USD 45 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Hotel Location

1900 Rio Grande Street, Austin, Texas, United States, 78705

Map view

1900 Rio Grande Street, Austin, Texas, United States, 78705

City landmarks

Public Building

State Capitol vista

1.4 km

Museum

Bullock Texas State History Museum

820 m

Museum

LBJ Presidential Library

2.1 km

Museum

Blanton Museum of Art

830 m

University

University of Texas at Austin

920 m

Bridge

Congress Avenue Bridge

2.3 km

Landmark

The Driskill

2.2 km

Landmark

Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium

1.7 km

Museum

Texas Memorial Museum

1.8 km

Park

Pease Park

1.2 km

Landmark

Zilker Metropolitan Park

3.2 km

Landmark

Graffiti Park at Castle Hills

1.3 km

Library

Austin Central Library

1.6 km

Museum

Neill-Cochran House

1.2 km

Museum

French Legation Museum

2.2 km

Landmark

Disch-Falk Field

1.7 km

Convention Centre

Austin Convention Center

2.4 km

Landmark

Texas African American History Memorial

1.2 km

Event hall

Caswell House

760 m

Garden

Zilker Botanical Garden

3.0 km

Landmark

Old Bakery and Emporium

2.0 km

Park

Duncan Park

1.6 km

Landmark

6th Street

2.8 km

Gallery

HOPE Outdoor Gallery

1.4 km

Landmark

Bremond Block Historic District

1.4 km

Park

West Austin Park

2.0 km

Museum

Museum of the Weird

2.5 km

Landmark

Wild About Music

2.0 km

Park

Pease District Park

1.5 km

Nearby

300 W 21st St University of Texas at Austin

Harry Ranson Center

570 m

Restaurants

Goodall's Kitchen & Bar

0 m

1900 Rio Grande St Hotel Ella

Acre 41

250 m

1901 San Antonio Street Unit 130

China's Family Restaurant

380 m

1914 Guadalupe St B

Teji's

460 m

2100B Guadalupe St

Pluckers Wing Bar

440 m

2222 Rio Grande St Ste D-116 Ste D116

Poke Bay

500 m

2001 Guadalupe St Ste A-1

The Clay Pit

720 m

1601 Guadalupe St The Bertram Building

Hoa Hoa Restaurant at Dobie Mall

520 m

2025 Guadalupe St Ste 254

El Mercado

680 m

1702 Lavaca St

Jamba Juice

760 m

2300 Guadalupe St #100

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

Jimmy

United States, April 2024

8.4/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were beautifully decorated with antique furnishings, offering a spacious closet. The staff was lovely and friendly, making my stay very pleasant. However, the price could be a bit high for some travelers.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were charming with original antique furnishings and a spacious closet.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond to help us, even walking us to our room after a long day of travel. Their service was phenomenal.

Location

9.0

The location was historic and very interesting, and perfect for an evening cocktail. It was within walking distance of the University of Texas, ideal for business travelers.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were fantastic, offering delicacies that were truly enjoyable. However, the breakfast could have been more reasonably priced.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, providing everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

United States, February 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is a gem in the heart of the city, offering comfortable rooms and exceptional service. However, the dining experience falls short compared to the fantastic location and friendly staff. The facilities are well-maintained, ensuring a pleasant stay overall.

Rooms

9.0

My room was large and comfortable, nicely furnished, very clean, and extremely cozy.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with every staff member being super friendly and accommodating.

Location

8.0

The location was perfect, especially for an evening cocktail and close to a fantastic restaurant called Night Cap.

Dining

6.0

Although the service was exceptional, the dining experience was not as great, with limited menu options and high prices on specific occasions.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and offered everything needed for a comfortable stay.

clean rooms

limited dining

Jacob

United Kingdom, January 2024

6.8/10

The hotel provides cozy rooms but feels more like a motel, with limited space and inadequate bathroom facilities. The service is exceptional with warm and accommodating staff. The location overlooks the pool but is noisy due to traffic. The dining experience is mixed with fine offerings but pricey fixes. Facilities are decent though could be improved.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were super small and felt cramped, more like a Japan size hotel room. The limited space made it challenging for luggage and relaxation. The slanted walls added to the compact feel.

Service

9.0

The service was very warm, helpful, and gracious. The staff was fantastic, friendly, and accommodating, making our stay pleasant.

Location

6.0

The hotel's location could be better as it was pretty loud with traffic, though quick to assist with our needs. It overlooks the pool but lacks attractive surroundings.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was fine, but the fixed menu option was pricey. There were some enjoyable aspects like the happy hour at the bar.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory but could use some improvements to enhance the overall guest experience.

Peter

United States, October 2023

7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms are nicely decorated and spacious, but there was no place to put our luggage and the bathroom was small and inadequate for two people. The service was amazing and extremely helpful, but the price was a bit high. The location, although cute, was a little too chill for my taste. The dining experience was good but could be improved. Overall, a decent stay with a few drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are nicely decorated and spacious.

Service

9.0

The service was amazing and extremely helpful.

Location

6.0

The location, although cute, was a little too chill for my taste.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, although good, could be improved.