I have actually never stayed in Habitat Suites, but I have put up visiting relatives on 2 occasions. My sister loved it so much that she vows to stay there everytime she comes to Austin. You will sometimes get rates $20 cheaper than the ones advertised on this site. My cousin got a great rate even in the midst of South by Southwest. The area of Austin is not glamourous, but it is really convenient to I-35 and Lamar. Complimentary breakfast and dinner are served, which my cousin really appreciated. It's also got all this pretty greenery and landscaping, making you forget you are across from the mall. The only negative thing my sister had to say was that the locks on the door were not child-proof. My 2 year old nephew nearly opened it several times.
Pros: complimentary meals, nice landscaping, close to I-35
Cons: no childproof locks
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