The location is terrific. We had an easy time visiting family and friends in all parts of Austin. Located at the foot of the Ann Richards Bridge it is an easy, pleasant walk to downtown. It is Situated on Ladybird Johnson Lake with its extensive walking and biking paths making daily strolls possible. The building is classic early 80's style and the lobby is dated. Our suite was recently renovated in hip, classic, modern decor. Very comfortable and large. Staff was helpful and friendly and quick to respond to our requests. Complimentary hot breakfast features an omelet station staffed by a terrific cook with lots of personality. Wifi access is not free nor is parking. (Our parking was comped without our having to ask.)

The hotel is beautiful at first look but after staying a few days, I've noticed many shortcomings. I was given one of the end suites with both rooms having windows facing outside, except the views are terrible. The biggest problem was the infestation of ants in the bathroom. They were the small ants that you wouldn't notice at first, but there was quite a lot. The parking garage is an annoying walk around the back of the building. You also have to park on level 3 and above, and it is very dark and sketchy. Eventually, as a female, I paid for the valet parking. Because the parking garage is around the back of the street, the valet always took a long time to get the car to the lobby. The reception is always short staffed. It always takes a while before someone answers, both in person and on the phone. Their service was also not great. The receptionists were never happy, they looked annoyed and seemed to hate their job. The sheets also had weird stains on them. The climate control isn't great. The wifi is passable.

There are good things too. The rooms are huge; they're two room suites. The fitness center is very nice. It has 5 cardio machines and lots of weights. The breakfast was nice; there's a chef that makes omelets for everyone and it comes with potatoes and meat. There's a lot of yogurt, fruit, bread, oatmeal and drinks. The location is good, an ok walk to downtown across the bridge.

stayed here for both pleasure and business for a couple of days. The business portion was meetings at the Radisson across Bat Bridge. Very easy walk, and only 10 minutes at a leisurely pace. Breakfast and two room suites are the best reasons to stay at Embassy Suites. This hotel is a short drive from the airport, and and a couple of restaurants are right around the corner. Riverside Drive is half a block away, and within a couple of miles there are numerous fast food restaurants. The Lion's Municipal Golf Course is a couple of miles from the hotel and accepts walk ons. Good location, Good hotel.

The hotel needs some updating. Gives the appearance of dark and dingy but it is clean. Rooms are ok. the hotel is a couple blocks off of action. Restaurants are several blocks away from hotel. Happy hour and breakfast are ok. Guy who makes breakfast is great and makes the start of the day with a smile.