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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Historic elegance in downtown Austin

Roaring Fork restaurant serves exceptional cuisine in downtown Austin's historic charm. The second-floor terrace offers vibrant street views and a perfect spot for cocktails or coffee. Guests can unwind in the indoor pool and hot tub before retiring to comfortable, well-appointed rooms.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Preferred)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 3
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9.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 4
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  • Sleeps 2
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8.6 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Austin, a neighborhood 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 checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Frank Erwin Center. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Austin travel guide
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701 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701

What's nearby

  • Sixth Street
    Sixth Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Texas State Capitol
    Texas State Capitol
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lady Bird Lake
    Lady Bird Lake
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Austin_AustinConventionCenter_6080899-2
    Austin Convention Center
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Congress Avenue
    South Congress Avenue
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    2 min walk
  • Omni Hotel Atrium Lounge
    3 min walk
  • Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin
    2 min walk
  • Friends Bar
    3 min walk
  • Velvet Taco
    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 Austin Convention Center, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel provides a grocery/convenience store, 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 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 banquet hall, and 6 meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage, ATM/banking services, and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 190 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like desk chairs and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking on site (USD 68 per night)
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • 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 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 at 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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

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
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55 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)

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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–11:00 PM.

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?

Valet parking is available for USD 55 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out 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. Austin Convention Center 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 select 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

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 892 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1176 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and hotel were great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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

Kristine

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Great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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Staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, perfect location close to bars, good food and entertainment. Valet staff was fast, friendly and went out of their way to help in any way possible. Hotel was beautiful! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, history, and amenities of this hotel. The facility is amazing and the staff was great. Highly recommend, would stay again. Very spacious rooms. Very reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

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The front desk staff were fantastic and the staff in the bar helpful and attentive
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alin Paul

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Simply perfect!great guest service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha

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Wonderful stay with really great service! Very central location in town.
Stayed 1 night 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
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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

Kim

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This hotel is our favorite! From the friendly staff to the cloud-like bedding and great pillows! Rooms are clean and comfortable and the walls are thick. The 2nd floor bar area has an outdoor seating area that overlooks Congress which is fun for people-watching. There's also an outdoor section where my husband could smoke a cigar, which made him happy. The valet parking is amazing and the attendants go above and beyond to provide excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

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Love this hotel. Bar and Roaring fork restaurant are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Room was nice and staff was so friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

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Really pretty hotel, great staff. Didn’t realize the valet was free so that was nice. The gym had a lot of great equipment. The pool room didn’t echo like a lot of hotel pools do. The only thing was the rooms looked a bit outdated and the couch had a big stain on it. I liked the makeup vanity in the bathroom and they had controls right by the bed to control lights and temp.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

LUIS

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Great service from our valet to the front desk clerks. Everyone was so helpful and friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable. Great location, we were central to plenty of great spots to eat and explore. The hotel has great food options so you don’t have to go far. I would probably request a different room next time because of the noise level at night facing the street. Because it is central and busy with nightlife, it can be loud if you are a light sleeper. Otherwise great experience and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Bernie

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Staff was awesome; hotel was clean and centrally located
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amir

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Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aidee

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Everything was great. Room was clean, staff was friendly, location was walkable to everything. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unique, clean, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

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Historical building, comfortable room, great staff and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff made me feel special for having booked through Expedia - loved all the extra amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Belen

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From check-in to check-out, staying here is always a wonderful experience. Iris at the front desk is a true gem. And no visit feels complete without a drink at the terrace bar… it’s the perfect mix of cozy and upscale!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026