Austin, TX

Valet staff excels but costs $70 nightly. Rooms have dirty carpets, broken AC, cramped bathrooms that smell, uncomfortable beds, and loud street noise from 6th Street. Only stay here if you plan to party and leave.

The hotel sits in a great spot with lake views and free parking, but rooms feel dated with poor lighting and inconsistent housekeeping. Staff quality varies wildly—some go above and beyond while others lack basic competence or friendliness. Cleanliness is unreliable, and an elevator being down during your stay could trap you upstairs.