The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
701 Congress Avenue
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Great location to Sundance square”
“The rooms were nice and clean and so close to downtown”
“And all the receptionists are very friendly and ready to help”
“Great kind staff”
“I liked my room a lot, which was a generous size, nicely air conditioned and had…”
“The room is beautiful and cozy”
“Breakfast was great and rooms clean and pool wad open until late which kids enjo…”
“It had fantastic facilities, was spotlessly clean and the staff were beyond help…”
“Comfy, big rooms, friendly staff, good breakfast, perfect location - I can't see…”
“We had breakfast once in the hotel and it was well prepared with good coffee”
“The gym was excellent with a great selection of equipment and a lovely pool”
Overview
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.
Traveller reviews
Craig
couple
May 28, 2026
“Smart, comfortable hotel in Downtown Austin”
This was my second time staying at the Royal Sonesta for SXSW music festival. Everything was great. I liked my room a lot, which was a generous size, nicely air conditioned and had a great bathroom. I would happily stay here again for SXSW or any time I'm in Austin.
Isabela
couple
March 22, 2026
“The perfect hotel for a perfect SXSW”
It was my second time at this hotel and I love everything about it. The room is beautiful and cozy. And all the receptionists are very friendly and ready to help. Already did my booking for the next year
Lauren
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Great value and location for the price”
Great location to Sundance square. Breakfast was great and rooms clean and pool wad open until late which kids enjoyed.
A.
family_with_children
December 9, 2025
“OK”
Great kind staff.
Terry
couple
September 24, 2025
“Great location next to The Paramount Theatre. Beautiful, comfortable Room”
Booking upgraded us (due to my level). We were immediately checked into a gorgeous corner suite on the 8th floor with a very cool view.
Scott and Fiona
couple
August 22, 2025
The staff were amazing, from the valet guys to check in they were so wonderful to deal with. The rooms were nice and clean and so close to downtown. Beautiful old hotel with some modern touches. Would well recommend this hotel to anyone going to Austin
Tracey
extended_group
August 1, 2025
“An awesome hotel in the heart of downtown Austin”
The hotel was excellent. It had fantastic facilities, was spotlessly clean and the staff were beyond helpful. The gym was excellent with a great selection of equipment and a lovely pool. I would highly recommend this hotel and would stay there again without hesitation.
Gary
family_with_children
July 22, 2025
“Location great, hotel friendly but tired.”
Really good location for what we had planned.
Flipflop Fox
couple
July 21, 2025
Gorgeous Hotel, fantastic location
Guest
family_with_children
July 4, 2025
“Great value and location for the price”
Great location to Sundance square. Breakfast was great and rooms clean and pool wad open until late which kids enjoyed.
Valentin
solo_traveller
May 5, 2025
“They did not send me the fiscal invoice for the payment despite my few requests.”
I asked the receptionist to issue the fiscal invoice for the payment I have done, and she said she cannot do it but ask her manager to do it. I received nothing even after a month despite my following requests. I sent them a message through the contact form and still nothing received. they really create me a problem with the accounting department.
Tim
solo_traveller
March 26, 2025
Good, discrete service. Friendly staff
Sava
solo_traveller
March 17, 2025
“Cozy and central”
Amazing location, great restaurant downstairs, very friendly and helpful staff!
Gernot
couple
January 30, 2025
“Perfect stay in the heart of Austin”
Comfy, big rooms, friendly staff, good breakfast, perfect location - I can't see why one would stay anywhere else.
Adams
extended_group
November 27, 2024
Location
Lisa
extended_group
October 31, 2024
“Fantastically comfortable room and hotel to relax in after a busy day.”
The hotel is very welcoming and secure. The room was huge and lovely with a very comfortable king size bed. The vanity area with magnifying mirror and vanity bench seat was an unexpected but a great addition to the bathroom. Everything about the room was good. We had breakfast once in the hotel and it was well prepared with good coffee. We also had dinner in the restaurant one evening which was also wonderful and good value. The upstairs bar was also a great place to sit on the balcony in the evening. I highly recommend this hotel. Everyone who worked there were very friendly and helpful.
Clare
couple
October 2, 2024
“Great location for a stay in central Austin.”
The facade, the foyer, our room.
Gary
couple
September 1, 2024
“Lovely four night stay.”
The hotel was lovely, in a great location and all the staff were excellent .
Oleg
extended_group
August 15, 2024
Well maintained historical building
Jenny
couple
August 2, 2024
“A lovely comfortable hotel in a very central location”
We enjoyed our stay. The location was fabulous in a very safe area. We could walk everywhere - to Terry Black's across the bridge, 6th Ave and the state capitol building. The hotel was lovely and comfortable. The foyer was very welcoming. I would definitely recommend this hotel. The staff were lovely. Very easy to pull up out the front and unpack the car too.
Facilities
Activities
Fitness centre, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year), Fitness, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast)
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift, Heating, WiFi available in all areas, Paid WiFi, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Heated pool, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels, Swimming pool
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
ATM/cash machine on site, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Valet parking, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk
Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds
This room includes cable TV and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Deluxe King Room
This room features downtown views, a marble bathroom and a seating area with an over-sized chair and a coffee table.
Deluxe Queen Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. This double room is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.
Mobility Accessible Deluxe Queen Roll-In Shower
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Mobility/Hearing Accessible Deluxe Queen Tub
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a wardrobe. The unit offers 1 bed.
Preferred Queen Room
This room features downtown views, a marble bathroom and a seating area with an over-sized chair and a coffee table.
One-Bedroom Queen Suite with Tub - Mobility Accessible
Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Preferred King Room
This room includes cable TV and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
Club Junior King Suite
This room includes cable TV and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
One-Bedroom King Suite
This spacious suite features a separate living area and marble bathroom.
Suite
Suite
Suite
This room includes a seating area with a cable TV and tea- and coffee-making facilities.
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