Hotel St Cecilia, Austin
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“The hustle and bustle of South Congress melts away the moment you cross over onto the serene lawn graced by a 300-year-old live oak. Choose from a suite in the Victorian-style house (c 1888) furnished with the perfect blend of modern, vintage and artistic touches, a studio in the main building, or one of the sleek poolside bungalows.”
“A shrine to the patron saint of music and poetry, this converted historic home makes for a quiet getaway near the heart of hip SoCo. It has a fun, exclusive vibe: Beat writers and 1960s rock musicians are the prevailing spirits. A neon sign near the pool, which is surrounded by lush greenery, reads Soul.”
“This hotel exemplifies everything you’d expect in an eclectic, decidedly Austin accommodations, from its Art Deco-style bar to the neon lights that read S-O-U-L shining above the outdoor pool. This swanky hotel, named after the patron saint of music, has soul indeed.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Swimming pool
- Friendly staff
- Bar
- Private parking
All you need to know
For some time, Austin has been a hidden gem in the United States: a unique blend of forward-thinking mindset, technological expertise, and trendy lifestyle, discretely nestled in Texas, not exactly where you’d anticipate.
Moreover, this vibrant city is also the state capital. However, until recently, its accommodation facilities seemed somewhat outdated — the Hotel Saint Cecilia being a refreshing and noteworthy exception.
The latter shares the same proprietorship with another exception to the rule, the much-admired Hotel San Jose. However, while San Jose is essentially an affordable chic hotel, a renovated motel in fact, Saint Cecilia embarks on a journey towards a “luxury guest house” and never really deviates from that path.
Luxury in Austin doesn’t only mean those extremely costly Hästens handmade mattresses, but also an in-house vintage vinyl library. To put it differently: the Saint Cecilia’s combination of vibrant modern hues and meticulously selected antiques wouldn’t be considered high-end in Houston or Dallas; but in Austin, it’s evident at first sight that this is the top accommodation choice.
The lounge is exclusive to patrons, a vital feature in such a hotel that can easily transition from a popular spot to an exclusive venue in no time. In contrast, The Saint Cecilia combines elements of a bed and breakfast with its rock-n-roll ambiance, ensuring its longevity surpasses that of the typical trendy accommodation.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
27 September 2023
Exceptional
27 September 2023
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6 August 2023
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19 July 2023
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31 January 2023
Fabulous
8 November 2022
Very good
4 November 2022
Exceptional
30 October 2022
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Fabulous
24 September 2022
Amazing
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15 August 2022
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Exceptional
23 June 2022
Fabulous
19 June 2022
Very good
10 June 2022
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6 June 2022
Fabulous
29 May 2022
Exceptional
18 April 2022
Fabulous
31 March 2022
Fabulous
25 March 2022
Exceptional
15 September 2021
Fabulous
20 August 2021
Exceptional
14 July 2021
Exceptional
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
- - Picnic area
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Activities
- - Massage (additional charge)
Parking
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
- - Heated pool
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Smoke alarms
- - Fire extinguishers
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