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 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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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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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 full beds
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.5
High score for Austin

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • George
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was good I ate there two times and had an omelet. Staff was friendly and attentive.
  • Sandy
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast was delicious on the one day we ate in but was pricey, so on all the other days we simply went out to eat. The staff very friendly and accommodating and the hotel nicely kept. We loved the hotel location and would consider staying...
  • Greg
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was within walking distance to most of the areas we wanted to visit in downtown
  • Patrick
    Brazil Brazil
    Location and staff, specially Oscar from the front desk.
  • Vivian
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The restaurant (Roaring Fork) and the bar were both good. Location was terrific, It is right downtown near everything and unlike many downtown areas it is not besieged with homeless. I know the...
  • Joop
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Did not have breakfast because it was not included for the price of booking
  • Nellie
    United States of America United States of America
    The central location to our event. The restaurants and bars were great. The staff, from valet to room service was great.
  • A
    Ashley
    United States of America United States of America
    Close to famous 6th street and we walked everywhere
  • Pam
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location in downtown. Lots of restaurants and coffee near by.
  • Alicia
    United States of America United States of America
    The valet guys made the trip. We were in and out often and they went above and beyond very single time. Bartender was extraordinary also.. made our visit an experience beyond just serving drinks. Spectacular!

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Roaring Fork
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

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

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and charges apply.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $55 per day.

  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Services

  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Indoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool/Beach towels

Spa

  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

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
Cancelation 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.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

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
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBDiscover Cash is not accepted

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.

FAQs about The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Swimming pool
    • Live music/Performance
    • Fitness
    • Locker rooms
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Guests staying at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 4.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American

  • The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Roaring Fork

  • Check-in at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is 1,000 feet from the center of Austin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Triple

  • The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.