The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

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Located close to Sixth Street and Texas State Capitol, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, light fare and Regional cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
The current price is ₹25,327
₹30,225 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

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(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Exceptional
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed (One Bedroom)

9.8 out of 10
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Bridal Suite)

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Deluxe - Two Doubles

  • 462 sq ft
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  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Located in Downtown Austin, a neighbourhood in Austin, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. University of Texas at Austin and Texas State Capitol are two other places to visit that come recommended. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Austin travel guide
Map
701 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701

What's nearby

  • A city street with historic buildings, traffic lights, and a 'One Way' sign.
    Sixth Street
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A large neoclassical building with a prominent dome and columns, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway.
    Texas State Capitol
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A city skyline with modern buildings and a bridge over a calm river.
    Lady Bird Lake
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A street with various shops including a bookstore, a jewelry store, and a boot store.
    South Congress Avenue
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A tall clock tower with a clock face, surrounded by buildings with red-tiled roofs.
    University of Texas at Austin
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Velvet Taco
    2 min walk
  • Friends Bar
    3 min walk
  • P. Terry's Burger Stand
    2 min walk
  • Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin
    2 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    2 min walk

About this property

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Sixth Street
  • Located close to Texas State Capitol and University of Texas at Austin, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and a library. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, light fare and Regional cuisine. In-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • An indoor pool
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
    • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk and 6 meeting rooms
    • Books, smoke-free property and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the central location and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 190 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities such as desk chairs and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/bath combinations
    • 50-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

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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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

3 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
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
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

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

As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel on 27 Sept 2026 start from ₹25,327, excluding 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 The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee 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.

How much is parking at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 58 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 68 per night.

What time is check-in at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Austin, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sixth Street, Texas State Capitol and Lady Bird Lake. University of Texas at Austin and South Congress Avenue are also within 1 mi (2 km). Downtown Station is 9 minutes by foot and Plaza Saltillo Station is 21 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 975 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1267 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and the staff was really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location to downtown Austin restaurants and bars.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is very friendly, and the rooms are beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location! Very upscale property with excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay. Great location, outstanding staff. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very pleasant stay, staff was freindly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly staff. Hotel is very charming. Room and bed were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All the staff were friendly and helpful. Wonderful check in experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a very well run hotel. The room was very nice and the furnishings were perfect for a historic hotel. It is a beautiful property in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel, everything super stylish and well maintained. The staff was super welcoming. Totally recommended very well located my number one go to in Austin, Texas.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved staying at this hotel and love how they have preserved such a historic location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was fantastic and we loved our room. Perfect location downtown to walk to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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The hotel is in a good location. Nice bar and restaurant. Rooms are small and the bathroom is tiny and outdated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We really enjoyed our stay. A beautiful room and lovely bar upstairs in the hotel. Great location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful and clean property, will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. Great location for day and night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Close proximity to things.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location and hotel were great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very well located in downtown Austin. Only gripe would be lack of onsite parking, you’re dependent on expensive garage or valet parking nearby or first-come first-served onstreet public parking. But other than that it’s a great place to use as a base for exploring Austin.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is wonderful and helpful. Enjoyed our stay very much and would definitely return and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful staff, quiet and well maintained hotel, large rooms. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location for someone wanting to stay in downtown Austin. The staff was one of the best hotel staffs I've met in a long time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay in the heart of Austin! The staff and amenities were amazing in this historic hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very friendly, helpful, and attentive. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome hotel with great attention to detail with beautiful architecture. Staff was lovely and the bartenders were lot of fun to visit with! Would highly recommend and would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026