• Pet friendly
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Parking on site

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 lunch and dinner.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 21, 2009
Hotel chain/brand:
Sonesta Hotels ,
Royal Sonesta

Property Highlights

Located in the heart of Austin, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5

Breakfast Info

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

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Travel Sustainable Level 2
This property is making considerable investments and efforts towards becoming more sustainable. We’ve worked with experts such as Travalyst and Sustainalize to create the Travel Sustainable program – making it easier for you to experience the world more sustainably.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.5
High score for Austin
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alta
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Great location and comfortable bed. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
  • L
    Lysandra
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The staff were super nice. The hotel was great, huge rooms and staff recommended places to go.
  • Z
    Ziggy
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Great property! The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful.
  • John
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Staff was incredible, valet was amazing. Every time we headed out for a short walk they would ask if we had something to do or if we needed some ideas. One even asked why we were there (oddly no staff at the desk did) when we told him it was our...
  • Michael
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    When visiting Austin, this hotel has become our preferred choice. The combination of price and location offers unbeatable value. There are numerous excellent dining options just around the corner and even on-site. One aspect we particularly...
  • Abigail
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    The staff was amazing! So friendly and went above and beyond for us.
  • Sherry
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Very clean, great location, pool and Jacuzzi nice and clean and everything works. Comfortable bed. I was treated very politely with wonderful customer service. The valet option is awesome since you have to pay for parking.
  • Jim
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Nice large room with comfy bed! Was given an upgrade for a fair price.
  • Caressa
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    loved the location, easy to walk around Downtown. hotel was beautiful and the lounge/bar on the second floor was awesome.
  • Waleska
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    Beds were very comfortable, staff was friendly, great terrace to sit and take in the sounds, location is fantastic.
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Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • how much is parking?

    Valet option: Standard size cars are $49.00 + tax. & SUVs and larger vehicles are $54.00 + tax. Self Parking Option: Perry Brooks Garage on Brazos be..
    Answered on 17 April 2021
  • Is the this a double room with two beds or a double bedroom?

    We feature double rooms with two double size beds
    Answered on 31 August 2021
  • How much extra is it to bring my dog?

    Yes, the pet fee is $100 per stay.
    Answered on 31 August 2021
  • Parking???

    Below this link will give you the prices of parking. https://www.sonesta.com/us/texas/austin/stephen-f-austin-royal-sonesta-hotel/parking
    Answered on 10 April 2021
  • Is a charging station for Tesla cars available?

    yes, we have 2 Telsa charging stations.
    Answered on 17 April 2021
  • Do I have to be 21 + to check in ?

    Yes, you do. Thank you and sorry for the late reply.
    Answered on 22 January 2021
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Hotel area info *

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Roaring Fork
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Private Parking
  • WiFi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Hot tub
Media & Technology
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and charges apply.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $55 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

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

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

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.

Mastercard Visa Discover JCB American Express Cash is not accepted 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. When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $100 per pet, per stay applies. A maximum of 2 pets per room is allowed

A Nightly Destination Fee of $19 + tax Includes: fitness center access, lobby coffee tea & cart, Wi-Fi, 2 in-room bottled waters, in-room coffee & tea, $10 daily beverage credit, free local calls, indoor pool.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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

    • Fitness center
    • Swimming pool
    • Live music/Performance
    • Fitness
    • Locker rooms
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

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

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Triple

  • The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Roaring Fork

  • Guests staying at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 4.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • À la carte

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

  • Check-in at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • 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 is 1,000 feet from the center of Austin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.