Stayed here 2 weeks ago. Must have recevied a renovated room since it was great. 2 new flat screen TV's, new bed and beddings, large bottle of water, great view of the city.
Stayed because of the rate ($89) and closeness to Texas Stadium (Cowboys Game).
Stayed at the same hotel 9 months ago and it was terrible, very old and run down. Finally gave it another chance and it was very acceptable. Would stay there again. FYI I didn't hear or see any construction going on but I was there on a weekend.
Have stayed at the Downtown Sheraton and Westin in the past month. Avoid the DT Sheraton, its dirty and rundown. The Downtown Westin was great but there isn't much around it.
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