Hotel Ella
In 1910, Goodall asked Ella, "Would you rather have a trip around the world, or renovations made to the house?" She chose both. Known for her refined taste, Ella hired Stanley Marcus to renovate the historic mansion we now invite you to call your home away from home, Hotel Ella. The property has welcomed an array of guests over the last century serving as a dormitory, sorority house, and rehabilitation center before boutique hotel. Guests can stay in two parts of the property: the original mansion with 9 large rooms or the 1980s addition of the North Wing with 38 rooms.
Our Favorites
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University of Texas
Only steps away from the Hotel, The University of Austin was founded in 1883 and is one of the largest universities in the U.S. Known for it’s top tier public research, campus life, home to the Longhorns, and more, this is a must-visit destination.
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Matt’s El Rancho
Since 1952, Matt’s El Rancho has been a legendary institution in Austin offering classics like fajitas, tacos, and the must-try Bob Armstrong Dip queso filled with guacamole and taco meat. Be sure to enjoy a Mexican martini or two outside on the patio for your Tex-Mex fill.
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Barton Springs
This natural spring-fed pool located in Zilker Park offers crystal-clear water perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and being in nature. At 68 degrees year-round, it is the perfect spot for a cool dip or oasis in the heart of the city.
Located in downtown Austin and just steps away from the University of Texas, Hotel Ella’s idyllic setting is one of the many reasons people love staying here. Most visitors arrive knowing that Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World, but it doesn’t take long to see that this city is also rich with history, culture and some of the best restaurants in the country.