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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Lobby
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$308
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July

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701 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701
  • Place, Sixth Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Texas State Capitol
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lady Bird Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Austin, TX (AUS-Austin-Bergstrom Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Preferred)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility Rollin Shower)

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

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, a patterned wallpaper, and a framed picture on the wall.

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

Austin

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel puts you in the heart of Austin, steps from Sixth Street and within a 10-minute stroll of Texas State Capitol. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour gym. .The restaurant, The Roaring Fork, serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Stephen F’s Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. 6006 square feet (558 square metres) of event facilities include 6 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and noon. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Austin hotel include Lady Bird Lake and Austin Convention Center.

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 - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • South Congress Avenue - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Downtown Station - 9 min walk
  • Austin Station - 10 min drive
  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli and a nearby corner/local shop. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 6006 square feet (558 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the business-friendly The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This Beaux Arts Austin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 190 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 6006 sq ft of conference space
  • 558 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1924
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offers 190 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Austin hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 58 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking on site (USD 68 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 8 to 40 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Stephen F’s Bar
  • The Roaring Fork

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Books
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 6,006 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 15 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1924
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 22.67 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness centre access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 40 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 58 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 68 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

As of 30 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel on 3 July 2026 start from AU$308, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yep, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 58 per night. Covered extended parking costs USD 68 per night.

Does The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel have a pool?

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has an indoor pool. The pool is open 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel features an indoor pool, 1 hot tub and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel.

Does The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

No, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 926 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1206 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the staff were excellent! Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

The staff was wonderful and the hotel is historical, clean, and well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were fantastic and the staff in the bar helpful and attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay with really great service! Very central location in town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alin Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply perfect!great guest service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness
We were well taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff was very nice and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gym was great, and the swimming pool, while small, was great as well. Good breakfast and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill and Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Great central location. Next to Paramount theater for the concert we attended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Bar and Roaring fork restaurant are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and staff was so friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk area staff. Overall, everyone was accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the most beautiful hotels in the state!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly helpful and kind. They made great suggestions of where to go in the city and were always there when we needed them. The amenities and hotel itself was beautiful and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the room was spotless, the front desk was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karisse

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with exceptional staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. Best TV setup in any hotel I've ever been in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel, we will definitely be going back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bernie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome; hotel was clean and centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Historical building, comfortable room, great staff and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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