InterContinental Stephen F. Austin (Austin, Texas)
This was a better stay than our past few visits (for the most recent past stay see post 104 of this thread).
What is your status?
Platinum Ambassador
Were you happy with the hotel/stay?
Yes, although it's far from being one of the IC's best properties.
Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
We booked a Queen room (lowest category) on a BOGO and received a corner "King Suite".
How are the rooms?
Renovated, clean and the corner location meant it was quiet. The "King Suite" has (glass) doors separating the sitting area from the bedroom, but doesn't quite pass the IMH genuine suite test because it would not be possible for a coffee/drinks visitor to use the toilet without going through the bedroom.
What was your welcome gift?
The same as usual: a bottle of Italian water
), a jar of nuts and raisins and a very large apple without a knife.
What was good and what was bad?
nothing of note
How is the exec. lounge?
no access this time
Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
Using a BOGO meant we paid just $275 for two nights (plus parking at $41 per night). That's very good for a decent hotel in downtown Austin. We'll return, as usual, because the location's great and the bar is a pleasant place to finish the evening.