Hotel Saint Cecilia
112 Academy Drive, Austin, TX, USA
Neighborhood: South Congress
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For a while now Austin has been one of the United States’ best-kept secrets: a little enclave of progressive thought, high-tech savvy, and hipster culture, cleverly hidden in Texas, which is not the first place you’d look — and it’s disguised as the state capital, no less. But until recently its hotel situation lagged a bit behind the times — one new and notable exception being the Hotel Saint Cecilia.
It shares ownership with another notable exception, the well-loved Hotel San Jose. But while the San Jose is essentially a budget boutique, a rehabilitated motel, the Saint Cecilia takes off running in the direction of “luxury guest house” and never really stops. Of course Austin-style luxury includes not just those wildly expensive Hästens handmade mattresses, but an in-house vintage vinyl library as well. Put it this way: the Saint Cecilia’s blend of bold modern colors and impeccably curated antiques wouldn’t even register as upscale in Houston or Dallas; here in Austin it’s clear at a glance that this is the place to stay.
The lounge is guests-only, which is crucial, as a hotel like this can go from hot ticket to velvet rope in no time at all. The Saint Cecilia, by contrast, mixes a generous helping of bed and breakfast in with its rock-and-roll cocktail — ensuring it a longer half-life than the average hip hotel.
Tip: the courtyard-facing rooms are a bit louder while the rooms to the rear of the property are much quieter.
- 14 Rooms
- Style: Modern Design
- Atmosphere: Lively
- 35 Guest Reviews
- Hotel Saint Cecilia
- 112 Academy Drive
- Austin, TX, USA
- Neighborhood: South Congress
Hotel amenities and services
- 24 hour concierge
- Bar
- Business center
- Central air conditioning
- Free wi-fi
- Lounge
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Pet Friendly
- Room service
- Spa treatments (on request)
- Wake-up service
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35 Guest Reviews
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- Liz
- Stayed October 2012
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
This hotel is located off of South Congress on a quiet tree lined street. There was plenty of parking for my rental car, and I love the fact that it is within walking distance to the shops on South Congress. I have stayed at its sister hotel, the hotel san jose, a few times years ago, and I love how this hotel is the much more mellower, mature and luxurious version. Le Labo products in the bathroom are enough for you to consider checking your luggage so that you can bring them all home!
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Lisa
- Stayed October 2012
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
Awesome attention to detail!
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Elsa
- Stayed October 2012
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
A magical hideaway in Austin - so close to everything, yet feels wonderfully secluded. I wish I could move in and never leave.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
