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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

4.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with 2 restaurants, near Sixth Street

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In the heart of downtown Austin, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind at the spa tub or enjoy lunch and dinner at one of two on-site restaurants serving Regional cuisine. With in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, an indoor pool and helpful staff nearby guests have praised this hotel's central location.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Internet access
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Valet parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is £173
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul

Why we love this property

Gastronomic adventures
Culinary seekers find 2 restaurants featuring regional cuisine at this hotel. A bar adds buzz while mornings begin with cooked-to-order breakfast.
Dream sleep experience
Guestrooms feature hypo-allergenic bedding, premium linens, and pillowtop mattresses. Blackout drapes ensure peaceful slumber in curated spaces.
Beaux arts city hotel
The hotel showcases stunning Beaux Arts architecture in a historical district. City centre location and curated decor enhance the aesthetic experience.

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a red ottoman.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Preferred)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (One Bedroom Mobility Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a mirror, and a city view.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility Hearing Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a red ottoman.

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a mirror, and a city view.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, a sofa, and a patterned wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a mirror, and a city view.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility Rollin Shower)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a mirror, and a city view.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, a sofa, and a patterned wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Yellow Rose)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a patterned wallpaper.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bridal Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, a sofa, and a patterned wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
701 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lady Bird Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Texas State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 15 min drive
  • Austin Station - 21 min walk
  • Downtown Station - 9 min walk
  • Plaza Saltillo Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Omni Hotel Atrium Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Friends Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

  • When you stay at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Sixth Street and Texas State Capitol. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Roaring Fork, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness centre and a fitness centre are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and central location. Public transportation is close by: Downtown Station is only 9 minutes on foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 190 rooms
    • Arranged over 15 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*
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Parking

    • Covered on-site valet parking (USD 58 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Covered on-site extended parking (USD 68 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–noon on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Local/corner shop

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (6006 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1924
  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch LCD TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Wireless Internet access (surcharge) (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

The Roaring Fork – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered.
Stephen F’s Bar – On-site bar. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for an extra charge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 40 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 58 per night with in/out privileges
  • Covered extended parking costs USD 68 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property is professionally cleaned.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Austin InterContinental
InterContinental Austin
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Stephen Austin InterContinental
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InterContinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel
Royal Sonesta Austin
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 58 per night. Extended parking costs USD 68 per night. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel and nearby?

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a hot tub.

Are there restaurants at or near The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Regional cuisine.

What's the area around The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel like?

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is in Downtown Austin, a short 9-minute walk from Downtown Station and 13 minutes' walk from Austin Convention Center. Our travellers say that the local area is very central.

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Reviews

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel's gym is well-equipped and great for a good workout. (15 reviews)
  • The indoor pool and hot tub were a nice plus, great for laps and relaxation. (15 reviews)
  • The indoor pool and hot tub were a nice plus, with some guests describing them as perfect and a lovely feature of the hotel. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying at this hotel and love how they have preserved such a historic location.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel with great attention to detail with beautiful architecture. Staff was lovely and the bartenders were lot of fun to visit with! Would highly recommend and would stay there again!
Toni, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I planned a quick getaway to Austin for the weekend. I enjoyed that the hotel was in downtown walking distance for the night life. In addition, it was easy to get to Barton Springs Pool.
Priscilla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quick overnight trip to Austin and it was the perfect location. The pool and hot tub were not very clean but the rooms were clean
ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were clean and the staff were excellent! Really enjoyed our stay
Danielle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was wonderful and the hotel is historical, clean, and well appointed
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

CENTRAL LOCATION CLEAN ROOMS
kevin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel. Great location. Friendly staff
Cathleen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay with really great service! Very central location in town.
Natasha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The front desk staff were fantastic and the staff in the bar helpful and attentive
ROBERT, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Simply perfect!great guest service
Alin Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was nice and staff was so friendly
John, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The gym was great, and the swimming pool, while small, was great as well. Good breakfast and helpful staff
lora, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel. Bar and Roaring fork restaurant are great.
Jose, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Historical building, comfortable room, great staff and location.
Nick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic staff. I got an upgrade when they found out we were celebrating an anniversary. Clean property, perfect downtown location. Total class act.
Todd, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great front desk area staff. Overall, everyone was accommodating and helpful.
Jeremy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was very nice. The place is pet friendly and the room next to me had a dog that would not stop barking. After calling front desk, they wanted to make things right and upgraded my room. Valet was very attentive. Bar staff was very friendly and provided great service. Overall, I enjoyed my stay and will be back.
Adella, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was awesome; hotel was clean and centrally located
Bernie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with exceptional staff
Karisse, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is great, and the hotel is clean and in an outstanding location!
Adam, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, good location
Philip, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy. Room was nice and neat and clean. Didn’t receive the vip drink. Wasn’t sure if i needed to ask. Close to everything and a quick uber ride to every where.
Gabriel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

the room was spotless, the front desk was really nice
Patrick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, Nice staff, Great location, and comfy bed. Perfect stay!
Enzo, 2-night trip