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    3.5 (122 reviews)
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    Maple pecan latte
    Carrie M.

    This is Chip and Johanna Gaines's fancy boutique hotel. I did not stay here but simply went to their coffee shop and sat in the lobby, which is open to the public. I noticed they don't have a separate Yelp page for the coffee shop. The library is gorgeous and has major dark academia vibes. It is reserved for hotel guests only, so I just took a quick peek and didn't linger. I got the maple pecan latte, which was a sweet and tasty drink that I enjoyed. There were plenty of college students studying here on a Sunday afternoon. We weren't able to get a comfortable height table at first, but one later opened up. They have some seats with awkwardly low coffee tables, which were mostly open. They have a lot of open space that could do with more tables and seating. The booth seating has outlets, but the other seating areas do not.

    Really enjoyed the library.
    Gina J.

    I was so excited to spend my birthday here. I called to reserve my room for myself and a guest. I was saddened to discover I was overcharged and had to spend time calling to investigate. It's a newer hotel. Mistakes happen. I moved on. When we arrived at the hotel, it really is stunning in real life. The details in design were absolutely gorgeous. My room was clean and the bed was incredibly comfortable. The view was awful. I opened my windows to a sign obstructing my view....of the parking lot. Bummer. Whatever. We lounged in the bar for dinner, drinks, snacks. Had coffee and sandwiches to go at the coffee bar. The staff was mostly friendly. Unlike other reviewers, I didn't receive any special treatment for my birthday, which was really disappointing. Especially at this price point, I wish they would have acknowledged my birthday, since I happened to mention it 4,000 times. I've had better service at the Ritz for far less $$$. Sad. All in all, like another reviewer stated, it's a one time thing. I don't think I'd go back. If they can't muster a happy birthday after spending over a grand for 1 night, I won't bother next year.

    Lounge area near barista
    Kristi T.

    Absolutely stunning. The Gaines crew has spared no corner or wall to be adorned with style and obvious care! I could happily live here forever! The main floor, lobby, restaurants, and library are my favorites!

    Pea Risotto with Truffle Mushrooms

    Trying to figure where to start. The brick outside the front of the hotel are the original bricks. You enter into the hotel and immediately the reception area is beautifully done. The receptionist is friendly and welcomes you look around the hotel. Turn to the right and you face the sitting area of the cafe. Walk through the cafe and you will see the Library below. Continue walking and you will see a painting that will make you smile and laugh. Beyond the painting is the elevator that will take you to the breathtaking rooftop restaurant. It's amazing! The decor and the view! Back to the reception area. If you turn to the left you will enter another restaurant that is more casual than the rooftop. We had the 1928 double patty Smashed Burger with thick cut fries and their Pea Risotto with Truffle Mushrooms! Wow! I loved the way they designed and renovated everything to bring you back to the glamour of 1928. We plan to bring our entire family here for Christmas! A must see in Waco and a wonderful place for lunch and dinner.

    Tatiana serve a great Crown and coke.
    George P.

    Staff, especially Tatiana at the bar made our stay great on a Tuesday afternoon. Room takes you breath away when you first open the door. Jo and Chip and their Design Team did a fantastic job. A must add when you come to town. And the Happy hour 3-6 before Dinnner at Berties tops off the day.

    Conducted a little business while I was there.
    Tim R.

    We stopped in for happy hour drinks and appetizers... We got the warm olives with GF bread and cowboy Xavier with corn chips. The ambiance is elegant. Lupe provided friendly and professional service. She made a great suggestion to visit West, TX for Czech pastries. Lovely brasserie!!

    Chicken fried steak. Taste was amazing.
    Jay L.

    The food here is fantastic. Definitely recommend. Bar service was pretty slow and there wasn't that many tables either. Waitress was great and as I said so was the food. Biscuits and cornbread are great.

    Two Iced White Mocha Latte's
    Liesl W.

    The vibe of this place feels like you're stepping back into the 1920's, which is such a nice place specially as a history nerd myself! My dad and I stopped in for coffee after doing a little photography walk here in Waco. To which the coffee is absolutely delicious!

    Vintage chip portrait at the top of the library stairs
    Heather O.

    My family and I only stayed here for one night last month for my birthday as there were no rooms available for a longer stay with the days I wanted. But one night was enough for us to experience it and say that we stayed at Chip and Joanna's hotel as it is pricey! And this is just for the basic Austin room. The hotel is beautiful and well done. It's so neat to watch the Fixer Upper: the hotel series and see it in real life. Everyone we've interacted with was so pleasant, from check in, to shopping at their hotel boutique, and to dining at both restaurants. The room we stayed at was beautiful and spacious for my husband and I along with our 5 month daughter. We had room to lay out our suitcase and for her pack and play and still walked around comfortably. And shortly after check in, we got a knock on our door from a sweet lady that brought us warm chocolate chip cookies and room slippers! What a sweet touch! Also, when we walked in the room, there was a card and champagne waiting for us as I made a note that we were celebrating my birthday. That was so special! My husband was really impressed with the rooms and that the walls weren't paper thin where we could hear our neighbors or people walking down the hall. The hotel offers valet parking only, but we found street parking at the front of the hotel and Waco's downtown parking is free! Overall, it's definitely worth it to stay overnight! From the show, each room is different so it's neat that if we were to come back, the room will be different than the last.

    Jennifer G.

    There is so much to unpack here.... First, five stars for Shawn in Bertie's. Great server, super attentive, and really cared about his customers. The risotto was excellent, the rest 2- 3 stars at best. Drinks very expensive for half-glass cocktails. More than four drinks in the menu they couldn't make due to an ingredient being out. Fudge cake? No, just a brownie imposter. Jam for the cornbread so runny it ran off the bread. More like juice than jam. The furniture was so wobbly in the restaurant, that not only were are seats rocking back and forth so was the table. Had to try to eat while holding on to drinks so they wouldn't fall off the table. The was on a design show correct? Manager in Bertie's did not visit any tables just scowled at customers. Dirty dishes left all over hotel and not one outlet had a bag to put our leftovers in. Store in hotel pretty barren with just a few overpriced items. This could be so much better with experienced hospitality people walking the hotel to make sure it is presentable. After a 2.5 hour drive for a birthday celebration, so disappointing.

    Restaurant
    Kelly G.

    Beautifully restored boutique hotel. Sleek art deco furnishings and atmosphere with polite, yet unpretentious service. Food in the restaurant just off the lobby is tasty and attuned to local tastes while still offering something for adventurous palates.

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    Food was great but service was extremely slow. We were there for 2.5 hours for 6 people, mainly waiting to get our food and waiting to pay

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    Over PRICED POORLY MANAGED. They do not pay their bills or vendors. Caught a rash from the Spa.

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    Shrimp and grits are amazing! Great atmosphere. Friendly staff. Reservations recommended.

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    Amazing restored historic hotel. Love the service and details. You can spend hours walking the site and seeing how history was preserved

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    I feel like this hotel, though it has the potential to be the Top Stay in Waco, continues to fail…read more "Renovations to Improve Your Experience" have been going on since the birth of Jesus. The outside looks like, not exaggerated, a hotel ready for demolition. There are beautiful views on two sides of this hotel. Some terrific staff members (Cheyenne at reception, a gentleman immediately came to fix the phone in our room, and Catherine Wiley...and only her...in the restaurant actually cares about the customers), please close more bottom floors and focus on top, for pity's sake get the outside cleaned up, fix the very low quality/high price in your restaurant...Hilton can turn this around. Or just sell it. ‍

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    It's been a while since I have been to Waco but as a loyal Marriott customer decided to try this…read morehotel! Upon arriving I was given an upgraded room featuring a living area , kitchen, large bathroom and separate bathroom! The room was clean, modern and comfortable. I arrived later in the evening after a long work day and no food so was happy to see that they have a restaurant and I was able to order some food to go - they called my room when it was ready and service was fast and friendly. The bed was comfortable and took is nice and dark! It's a little loud as it sits on a road but other than that, this was a great choice!!

    This was my first time staying at an Element Hotel, and I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I like…read moretrying out different hotel brands within larger chains, and this seemed like a great opportunity. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed my stay. As soon as I stepped in, I noticed how clean and modern the space felt. The design has a bright, minimalist aesthetic that gives off a very calm and refreshing vibe. After doing a bit of research, I found that Element markets itself as an extended stay hotel designed for the active traveler -- and that definitely came through in the details. Each room had a reusable water bottle, and all the water throughout the hotel is filtered, which I really appreciated. There was a mini fridge in the room, lots of built-in USB charging ports, and everything was set up to be functional, but sleek. The fitness room was a standout -- large, well air-conditioned, stocked with plenty of towels, and had all the essentials for a solid workout. I found out that they use the same beds as Westin Hotels, and it showed. Super comfortable mattress, plush pillows -- I slept really well. But honestly, what impressed me the most was the breakfast. It was complimentary, but far from your typical "budget hotel" buffet. Here's what stood out: * A yogurt bar with Chobani, fresh fruit, and nut toppings. * A variety of bagels, muffins, breads, and cereals. * Made-to-order hot breakfast options including a quinoa bowl, French toast, and an egg frittata with optional sausage. I went with the French toast -- a slice of toast cut in half, buttered, lightly sugared, and topped with powdered sugar and fresh berries (blueberries and strawberries). They even had a Nutella squeeze bottle, which was a fun and tasty touch. They also had a full-fledged cappuccino machine! It was such a pleasant surprise to be able to make a proper cappuccino in the morning. Overall, I had a great experience at Element Waco. With only a little over 100 Element Hotels across North America, it feels like a bit of a hidden gem. If I'm staying at a Marriott-brand hotel in the future, I'll definitely check to see if there's an Element in that city.

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    "There's a place not too far away from here Out with the…read morecows and the Lone Star beer Where the livin' and lovin' is quite all right with me Well they call it Texas and it's a mighty fine place to be" (Charlie Daniels) When we walked into the lobby to check in, we were greeted by a darkness in the lobby and at the reception desk. Turns out there was a construction accident nearby that had something to do with the unfortunate confluence of a piece of heavy equipment, a utility pole, and a transformer. So the phones, computer system and electricity was gonzo. But the staff was so incredibly nice and kind to us, we declined to move our reservation to another Residence Inn and checked in a few hours later after lunch and some sightseeing. Our suite was great with excellent flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, bed, bathroom and a great shower. We loved the free water and soft drinks available all day, as well as their included breakfast and even a beer/wine/snacks Happy Hour. We could not have been happier with our time at the Residence Inn Waco.

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