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Hotel The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

701 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 125 reviews)

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8.7
Excellent
125 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Location

    9.4

  • Total

    8.7

The staff was great the gentleman who check me in thanks for ur help and patience

Jeremy United States of America

THE SERVICE HERE WAS AWESOME. I LOVE THIS HOTEL THE ONLY LET DOWN IS THAT BREAKFAST IS NOT INCLUDED IT IS SEPERATE. I FEEL WITH A HOTEL THIS GREAT ADDING A BREAKFAST WOULD BE A PLUS. MAYBE CHARGE AN ADDITIONAL PRICE OF 10.00 PER PERSON EACH

Vernita United States of America

It was clean, and I was pleased that we had access to the terrace.

Margaret United States of America

The area was fantastic, great restaurants and landmarks all within walking distance from my hotel. The rooms were very clean and the staff was extremely courteous to us.

Thomas United States of America

Great location, very clean, very friendly and accommodating staff. Excellent room for the money.

Steve United States of America

Centrally located. Very walkable. The staff were fabulous and courteous. The rich history of the hotel...amazing!

Lisa United States of America

The area was perfect right next to 6th street which is where people bar hop and party

Abraham United States of America

Location of the hotel for a party tourist was definithely in the right spot. The popular 6th was walking distance which was awesome to me. All staff I encountered at the hotel were very helpful in anyway they could be. A small thing like offering a bottle of water anytime I came to the front counter goes a long way.

Jerron United States of America

Well appointed rooms, helpful staff, excellent location

David United States of America

The room was spacious and light. We had a corner room. The bed was very comfortable. A very good restaurant is located adjacent to the hotel.

Jeffrey United States of America

Excellent location!

9.4
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8.7
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125 reviews
  • 9.4

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  • “The staff was great the gentleman who check me in thanks for ur help and patience”
    Jeremy Jeremy United States of America United States of America
  • “THE SERVICE HERE WAS AWESOME. I LOVE THIS HOTEL THE ONLY LET DOWN IS THAT BREAKFAST IS NOT INCLUDED IT IS SEPERATE. I FEEL WITH A HOTEL THIS GREAT ADDING A BREAKFAST WOULD BE A PLUS.”
    Vernita Vernita United States of America United States of America
  • “It was clean, and I was pleased that we had access to the terrace.”
    Margaret Margaret United States of America United States of America
  • “The area was fantastic, great restaurants and landmarks all within walking distance from my hotel. The rooms were very clean and the staff was extremely courteous to us.”
    Thomas Thomas United States of America United States of America
  • “Great location, very clean, very friendly and accommodating staff. Excellent room for the money.”
    Steve Steve United States of America United States of America
  • “Centrally located. Very walkable. The staff were fabulous and courteous. The rich history of the hotel...amazing!”
    Lisa Lisa United States of America United States of America
  • “The area was perfect right next to 6th street which is where people bar hop and party”
    Abraham Abraham United States of America United States of America
  • “Location of the hotel for a party tourist was definithely in the right spot. The popular 6th was walking distance which was awesome to me.”
    Jerron Jerron United States of America United States of America
  • “Well appointed rooms, helpful staff, excellent location”
    David David United States of America United States of America
  • “The room was spacious and light. We had a corner room. The bed was very comfortable. A very good restaurant is located adjacent to the hotel.”
    Jeffrey Jeffrey United States of America United States of America

Stay in the heart of Austin – Excellent location – show map

One of our top picks in Austin. Only steps from Austin's State Capitol building and within walking distance of other attractions, this hotel features spacious guestrooms furnished with coffeemakers and knowledgeable on-site concierge services.

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is only minutes from the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. The University of Texas and scenic Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail are also easily accessible.

While staying at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel, guests can enjoy 24-hour fitness facilities, complete with an indoor pool. The hotel also features on-site dining at the Roaring Fork, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This is our guests' favorite part of Austin, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand: Sonesta Collection Hotel - USA

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Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Pet friendly
Non-smoking rooms
WiFi
exceptional Fitness Center
Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.9 for two-person stays.

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.

뀐 Located in the heart of Austin, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

끸 Private parking at the hotel

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8.7
Excellent
125 reviews
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  • Jeremy United States of America

    “The staff was great the gentleman who check me in thanks for ur help and patience”

  • Vernita United States of America

    “THE SERVICE HERE WAS AWESOME. I LOVE THIS HOTEL THE ONLY LET DOWN IS THAT BREAKFAST IS NOT INCLUDED IT IS SEPERATE. I FEEL WITH A HOTEL THIS GREAT ADDING A BREAKFAST WOULD BE A PLUS. MAYBE CHARGE AN ADDITIONAL PRICE OF 10.00 PER PERSON EACH”

  • Margaret United States of America

    “It was clean, and I was pleased that we had access to the terrace.”

  • Thomas United States of America

    “The area was fantastic, great restaurants and landmarks all within walking distance from my hotel. The rooms were very clean and the staff was extremely courteous to us.”

  • Steve United States of America

    “Great location, very clean, very friendly and accommodating staff. Excellent room for the money. ”

  • Lisa United States of America

    “Centrally located. Very walkable. The staff were fabulous and courteous. The rich history of the hotel...amazing!”

  • Abraham United States of America

    “The area was perfect right next to 6th street which is where people bar hop and party”

  • Jerron United States of America

    “Location of the hotel for a party tourist was definithely in the right spot. The popular 6th was walking distance which was awesome to me. All staff I encountered at the hotel were very helpful in anyway they could be. A small thing like offering a bottle of water anytime I came to the front counter goes a long way.” Read more

  • David United States of America

    “Well appointed rooms, helpful staff, excellent location”

  • Jeffrey United States of America

    “The room was spacious and light. We had a corner room. The bed was very comfortable. A very good restaurant is located adjacent to the hotel.”

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What's nearby
  • Wild About Music
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  • Paramount Theatre
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  • Austin Museum of Art
    0.1 miles
  • 6th Street
    0.1 miles
  • Austin City Limits
    0.1 miles
  • Texas State Capitol
    0.1 miles
  • Old Bakery and Emporium
    0.2 miles
  • O Henry Museum
    0.3 miles
  • Governor s Mansion
    0.3 miles
  • Capitol Complex Visitors Center
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Capitol Building
    0.4 miles
  • Congress Avenue Bridge
    0.6 miles
  • Frank Erwin Center - University of Texas
    0.8 miles
  • University of Texas at Austin
    1 miles
  • Texas Memorial Stadium
    1.2 miles
  • Barton Springs Pool
    1.6 miles
  • Circuit Of The Americas
    11.2 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Lady Bird Lake
    2.5 miles
  • Mountain Mt. Bonnelle
    6 miles
  • Lake Lake Travis
    18.3 miles
  • River Lake Travis
    18.3 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Shoal Beach
    2,600 feet
Closest Airports
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
    6.3 miles
  • Killeen-Fort Hood Regional (Robert Gray Army Airfield)
    55.5 miles
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Amenities of The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

1 swimming pool
Parking
Pet friendly
Non-smoking rooms
WiFi
exceptional Fitness Center
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Pets
  • Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast) Off-site
  • Live music/Performance Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
  • WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 9.95 per 24 hours.

Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs $49 per day.

  • Accessible parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Parking garage
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Front Desk Services
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Kids' TV channels
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Paid WiFi
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Honeymoon suite
  • VIP room facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Indoor swimming pool
  • Free! All pools are free of charge

  • Open all year
  • Opening times
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Heated pool
  • Saltwater pool
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

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House rules The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

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Children & Beds

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Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Cards accepted at this hotel

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB Diners Club American Express The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Street parking
    • Parking garage
    • Electric vehicle charging station
    • Accessible parking

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet

  • The prices at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Indoor pool
    • Fitness center
    • Locker rooms
    • Indoor pool (year-round)
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Fitness
    • Live music/Performance

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel by:

    • Car 20min

  • Room options at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Check-in at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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  • Facilities8.6
  • Cleanliness9.1
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money7.9
  • Location9.4

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