Hotel San Jose

Description:

• This revamped 1930s motor court gets a lot of attention from the national press for a design that weds beauty to simplicity. The San Jose is a good choice for design enthusiasts and hipsters, who enjoy both the nonconformist vibe and the social scene in South Austin. Other travelers may think that the minimalist rooms are overpriced. Even if you don't stay here, you might enjoy coming here in the late afternoon/early evening to enjoy the comfortable surroundings of the hotel's popular beer and wine bar. The rooms are indeed spare and come furnished with beds and chairs made from Texas pine, but they also come with amenities such as CD players. Most rooms have pleasant small outdoor sitting areas. The design achieves a certain serenity that evaporates the moment you step out on to South Congress Avenue's lively street scene. Right across the way is the famous Continental Club, a great place for happy hour. Book a room in the back to avoid the Congress Avenue traffic noise.

• © Frommer's 2012

Awards:

CitySearch

•  Boutique Hotel 2006 – Audience Winner
•  Tourist Hotel 2006 – Audience Winner
•  Boutique Hotel 2006 – Editorial Winner
•  Hotel Pool 2007 – Editorial Winner

Frommer's

•  Highly Recommended 2010

Other features:

Guests are invited to Tuesday Steak Night in the courtyard. In-room massages are available. Courtyard weddings can be arranged.