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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

★★★★ 701 Congress Avenue, Austin, US

9 guest rating· 585 reviews

About this hotel

Prime Location

Located steps away from Austin's State Capitol and other attractions, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offers convenience and easy access to the city's highlights.

Luxurious Amenities

Indulge in spacious guestrooms equipped with coffeemakers, and benefit from the expertise of our on-site concierge services for a personalized stay experience.

Leisure and Dining

Unwind at our 24-hour fitness facilities and indoor pool, or savor delicious meals at the on-site Roaring Fork restaurant, open for lunch and dinner.

Experience the best of Austin at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel.

Amenities

  • Paid WiFi
  • WiFi available
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
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  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Dry cleaning
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Location

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701 Congress Avenue, Austin, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9585 reviews

+ Close to downtown+ Friendly staffUncomfortable sofa bedPoor service during busy times
Cleanliness8.4
Service9.4
Location9.9
Room Quality8.8
Amenities8.9
Value for Money8.8

Here for George Strait concert

9.0

Historic feel

Short staffed for Valet on this stay

Ronald · US · 2026-07-22

Guest review

3.0

El elevador no funcionaba en el estacionamiento El cobro de $12'99 por dos botellas de agua exagerado cuando eran las regulares no las que tenían un precio de $6 Mi experiencia en el desayuno 1 hr esperando el desayuno por cierto mi niña tiro el vaso de se bebida y no le cambiaron la bebida el empleado lo levantó del piso y se lo dio para que lo tomará totalmente decepcionante de mis peores experiencias en mis estancias una noche por $470 Fuera totalmente del valor y la atención ☹️☹️😡😡

Marissa Castillo · US · 2026-07-08

Overall great hotel

10.0

Perfect for event we attended downtown

Valet services were slow

Kelley · US · 2026-06-28

Guest review

10.0

A superb location right in the heart of Austin. The room was fabulously spacious, had a very comfortable large bed, with great toiletries provided. The staff were very helpful and friendly. I can't recommend it enough.

Nothing at all

Joanna · GB · 2026-06-23

Good to know

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 deposit may be required at the property.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.

Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 55 per day.