The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

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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Wonderful

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
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour business center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
$163 nightly
$195 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Beaux arts city hotel
The hotel showcases stunning Beaux Arts architecture in a historical district. City center location and curated decor enhance the aesthetic experience.
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.

Room options

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Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Preferred)

Excellent
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

Wonderful
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred)

Exceptional
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Excellent
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom)

Exceptional
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

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

Good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Wonderful
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Yellow Rose)

Exceptional
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bridal Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
701 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Texas State Capitol - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lady Bird Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Austin Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Texas at Austin - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. 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
  • ‪Royal Blue Grocery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Velvet Taco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Omni Hotel Atrium Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin - ‬2 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 just a 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 center, and a fitness center are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and central location. Public transportation is close by: Downtown Station is just 9 minutes by foot.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 190 rooms
    • Arranged over 15 floors

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

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

Required at check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

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

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) in rooms*

Parking

    • Covered onsite valet parking (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Covered onsite extended parking (USD 68 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

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

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 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 center
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Stair-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 comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (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 specializes 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 - Onsite bar. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per night

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 22.67 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • Pool access

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 0 per night (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 0 per night (rates may vary)
  • 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 55 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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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.

Also known as

Austin InterContinental
InterContinental Austin
InterContinental F.
InterContinental Stephen Austin
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InterContinental Stephen F. Austin
InterContinental Stephen F. Hotel
InterContinental Stephen F. Hotel Austin
Stephen Austin InterContinental
Stephen F. Austin InterContinental
Intercontinental Stephen f. Austin Hotel Austin
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel
Royal Sonesta Austin
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Hotel
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Austin
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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 to 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 55 per night. Extended parking costs USD 68 per night. Electric vehicle 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 center, as well as a hot tub.

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

Yes, there are 2 onsite 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 8 minutes' walk from Texas State Capitol. Our travelers say the local area is very central.

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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property's gym is well-equipped and great, with many machines and a good size. (14 reviews)
  • The property's restaurants and dining options offer a good menu at competitive prices and provide a unique and enjoyable experience. (20 reviews)
  • The indoor pool and hot tub were a nice plus, perfect for laps and relaxation. (14 reviews)
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