I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Mansion at Judges' Hill. I have read previous unflattering reviews and have to say that I did not experience any of those things! I came for a weekend with a dear friend for shopping/relaxing/visiting and we found the hotel to exceed all expectations. The Mansion at Judges' Hill is a BOUTIQUE hotel. It is not a large, sprawling complex. It is a small hotel in a formerly private home (mansion.) The photos on their website are exactly what you get. The furniture was beautiful and in excellent shape. The beds were plush and comfy. The bathroom was beautifully appointed with a wooden vanity, tile floors, LARGE tiled shower, beautiful gold mirror, etc. There was also a mounted, lighted, magnifying mirror for putting on makeup, etc. That came in handy for putting in contacts! There were Gilchrist and Soames shampoo, conditioner and lotion. The double queen room was roomy enough to easily accomodate 2 adults and 2 teens. It featured a very large dark wood armoire that housed a tv and could accomodate folded as well as hanging clothes. The full-wall draperies were gorgeous. The room had a very solid, luxurious feel. What you see on the website is exactly what you get. When we returned from a day of sightseeing/shopping the room had been tidied, towels replaced, and beds turned down. We felt very pampered. The staff was extremely polite and helpful. We mentioned that we were interested in having dinner at The Oasis while we were checking in. About an hour later as we were enjoying drinks in the courtyard an office clerk came out and delivered to us printed directions to The Oasis and even thoughtfully printed out a list of the times for sunset informing us that the best time to dine would be at sunset for the beautiful views!! She was right...we arrived and had dinner and it WAS beautiful. Thanks again! The courtyard I mentioned is one of my favorite places there.....it is covered by a beautiful canopy of trees....it was a great spot to have a drink and visit. We didn't have a chance to eat at the site's restaurant but do intend to do so on our next visit. I just cannot say enough positive things about my visit....it definitely exceeded all expectations.
Just remember, it's a boutique hotel which means you won't find another like it! It's unique and is definitely NOT a huge, sprawling corporate affair. That's not what we wanted in the first place. It's everything they advertise it to be.
I know I've gone over and above but I wanted to tell my story in light of some of the negative reviews I read.
The Mansion at Judges' Hill is my all-time favorite place to stay now in Austin!!
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