Fodor's Expert Review Hotel Ella

Historical elegance and modern amenities converge in this 47-room boutique hotel, located in the Goodall Wooten mansion on the south edge of the UT campus, a Texas Historic Landmark completed in 1900 that still shines in all its Classical Revival glory. But updated extras, like high-speed Internet in every room, twice-daily maid service, 24-hour fitness room, and complimentary car service within 3 miles, make the difference. Mansion rooms retain the most charm, with junior suites offering private verandas and Carrera marble tiled bathrooms. There's a small lap pool and garden courtyard, and a fine-dining eatery, Goodall’s, is on the main floor.