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Hotel Ella

1900 Rio Grande, Austin, TX, USA, 78705
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Welcome to Hotel Ella! Where Austin’s Charm Meets Hospitality! Are you looking for the perfect venue that blends timeless elegance, modern luxury, and unbeatable Austin location? Then look no further, Hotel Ella has it all! Nestled in the heart of downtown Austin, just steps from the University of Texas campus, Hotel Ella is a refined boutique hotel located in the historic Goodall Wooten House—one of the city’s original landmark estates. Built in 1900 and beautifully restored in 2013, this stunning Greek Revival-style mansion brings you the best of classic charm and contemporary sophistication all in one place! 47 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, each designed with custom furnishings, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a sleek 47-inch LED TV, your guests will experience luxury, comfort, and style from the moment they check in! Hosting an event? We’ve got you covered! With 4,000 square feet of flexible meeting space in our elegant Grand Ballroom, two breakout rooms, and a gorgeous wrap-around veranda, Hotel Ella transforms your vision into reality. Planning something under the stars? Our expansive front lawn accommodates up to 250 guests for unforgettable outdoor gatherings. Want something more intimate? The Parlor Bar offers a sophisticated space ideal for receptions, networking, or winding down after a productive day. Whether it’s a multi-day conference, a board meeting, or a chic cocktail hour, our dedicated events team is here to take care of every detail from custom catering and basic AV to group accommodations! So don’t wait, step into Austin’s history, wrapped in luxury. Hotel Ella isn’t just a venue. It’s an experience. It’s your next event destination. It’s the place to be. Call now or visit us online to schedule your tour.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built1900
Renovated2013
Total meeting space13,078 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms47
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA

Awards

Industry awards
-Small Luxury Hotel of the World (only one in Texas) -Southern Living Hotels Collection (only one in Texas) -2025 KAYAK Travel Awards in Austin (top 3%) -Traveler's Choice Award (among the top 10% of hotels in the world!)

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Sep 15 - Dec 31Jan 01 - May 10
Shoulder season
Low season
Jun 01 - Aug 30

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
13,078 sq. ft.
Largest room
2,502 sq. ft.
Space (private)
3,380 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
5
Second largest room
1,134 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
9,960 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
9,960 sq. ft.

Menus

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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Magnolia Room Download PDF
Magnolia Room
The Grand Ballroom Download PDF
The Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom Veranda Download PDF
Grand Ballroom Veranda
Azalea 1 Download PDF
Azalea 1
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Azalea 2
Azalea Room Download PDF
Azalea Room

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
47
Single (1 bed)
41
Double (2 beds)
6
Suites
5
Tax rate
8.25%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 12 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $50.00/day )
Bus parking

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Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
Haunted Austin Walking History Tour
Recreation
2 mi
Hear the historical tales of murder and mayhem that helped make Austin weird on this haunted history tour of Texas's capital city. Join an acclaimed storyteller guide for a group walking tour through Austin's supernatural nooks and creepy crannies, including a tour of the famous Driskill Hotel. The short tour takes place in the evening, so you can easily fit it into busy schedules.
412 Congress Ave. D,, U
austin, TX, US 78701
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Zilker Park
Zilker Park
Recreation
2 mi
Zilker Metropolitan Park, located 2100 Barton Springs Road, is Austin’s oldest metropolitan park. The park is located at the juncture of Barton Creek and Lady Bird Lake and comprises more than 350 acres of publicly owned land. The park serves as a hub for many recreational activities and includes major facilities and amenities including Barton Springs Pool, Zilker Botanical Garden, Austin Nature and Science Center, Zilker Clubhouse, Girl Scout Lodge, Sunshine Camp, Zilker Hillside Theater, Zilker Caretaker Lodge, Umlauf Sculpture Gardens, McBeth Recreation Center, the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, and Barton Creek Trail. The park is home to large-scale events such as the Austin City Limits Music Festival, the Trail of Lights, and ABC Kite Festival.
2100 Barton Springs Rd.
austin, TX, US 78704
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Deep Eddy Pool
Deep Eddy Pool
Recreation
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Deep Eddy Municipal Pool, 401 Deep Eddy
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Bullock Texas State History Museum
Bullock Texas State History Museum
Museum
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An interactive museum dedicated to telling the story of texas through exhibits and an IMAX theater.
W 21st St and W Martin Luther King Jr Bl
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6th Street
6th Street
Nightlife
1 mi
An array of restaurants & nightclubs
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Lady Bird Lake
Lady Bird Lake
Park
2 mi
Lady Bird Lake is a river-like reservoir on the Colorado River in Austin, Texas, United States. The City of Austin created the reservoir in 1960 as a cooling pond for a new city power plant. The lake, which has a surface area of 416 acres, is now used primarily for recreation and flood control.
800 W. Riverside Dr.
Austin, TX, US 78704
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Texas Capitol
Texas Capitol
Historical landmark
1 mi
The capital of Texas is Austin. It is the state's capital and the seat of Travis County. Austin is also known for its live music scene, parks, and lakes, and is a major hub for high-tech industries.
1100 Congress Avenue
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Blanton Museum of Art
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Museum
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University of Texas at Austin
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1 University Station
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Austin Bergstrom International Airport
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Airport
10 mi
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Preferred vendors

Handpicked by Hotel Ella for their trusted service and seamless collaboration.
Ideal Productions
Ideal Productions
Austin
Ideal Productions was founded in Austin, TX in 2009. We specialize in clientele who need a voice, who are often overlooked by the national big brands. We work in partnership with our clients to ensure their vision is flawlessly achieved. Whether your event is a Gala, Fund Rasier, Corporate Event, Association Conference, Government Seminar, or Multi-stage Festival Production; we strive to ensure we meet your standards at your budget level. Our number one goal is for our clients to effectively communicate their vision in the way they want it delivered – an Ideal Event.
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Additional Information

Cancellation Policy

Group is subject to attrition (no less than 80%) There will be a specific release date for contracted blocks, typically between 30-45 days prior to arrival.

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Hotel Ella Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Hotel Ella's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
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Does Hotel Ella have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Hotel Ella and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
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If applicable, could you please provide a link to Hotel Ella's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Hotel Ella developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
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Does Hotel Ella clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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