The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.5
  • Pet friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating

About this property

Discover the perfect blend of Austin's storied charm and modern elegance at the award-winning, AAA Four-Diamond rated Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel. Nestled in the heart of downtown, our historic hotel offers unmatched proximity to Austin's top attractions, including the iconic Paramount Theater, just steps away. Explore the vibrant energy of Sixth Street and Rainey Street or visit the Texas Capitol and The University of Texas nearby. Unwind in our beautifully appointed rooms and suites where Texas hospitality shines. Savor elevated dining experiences and enjoy a drink at Stephen F's Bar & Terrace—the only outdoor terrace on Congress Avenue. Stay active in our state-of-the-art fitness center, featuring Peloton bikes, or host a memorable meeting or wedding in our 6,000 square feet of event space, accommodating up to 400 guests. Long Live the Guest at the Royal Sonesta.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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
Royal Sonesta, Sonesta Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

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

Breakfast Info

American

  • Private parking at the hotel

Availability

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1 queen bed
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1 king bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Pamela
United States United States
“Great location. Well maintained historical site. Nicely decorated and very clean. Staff were all friendly and helpful. The valets were very willing to help with recommendations. Jerry was extremely kind and friendly!”
Robert
United States United States
“The staff was great. We ate at the restaurant inside the hôtel. Me and my wife shared a Tomahawk wood fired it was great. The Valet service was friend and professionnel. We text before heading down to get our car there was never more than a 3...”
Constance
United States United States
“Comfortable bed, love the 2nd floor bar, staff very friendly.”
Gary
United States United States
“The antique elegance of the hotel. The helpfulness of the staff.”
Michael
Israel Israel
“friendly helpful stuff nice comfortable room great location”
Rule
United States United States
“My room was very quiet. The doors did not slam like at some hotels. The fitness center was outstanding. Location could not have been much better. The valet guys were very nice and helped me with my Ubers. The shower nozzle was great. The...”
Ebony
United States United States
“Everything. Beautiful decor. Loved the restaurant and the room. The text feature for anything you need. The pool was great. The 2nd floor balcony. Just awesome”
Stephen
United States United States
“We were in town for one night to watch our granddaughter run in the Austin Marathon. We arrived on Saturday afternoon in time to enjoy a drink on the second floor patio overlooking Congress & 7th. The bar was great and the views were wonderful. ...”
Barry
Canada Canada
“The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is spacious, very well appointed and perfectly situated in downtown Austin. We were greeted warmly by all and check-in was a breeze. From the hotel we could walk to great restaurants and sites of interest...”
George
United States United States
“Breakfast was good I ate there two times and had an omelet. Staff was friendly and attentive.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Roaring Fork
  • Cuisine
    American
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner

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 accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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 fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

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.

A damage deposit of $500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.