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701 Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas, United States, 78701

The Royal Sonesta Stephen F Austin Hotel - A historic 4-star downtown Austin hotel with indoor pool, three restaurants, and Congress Avenue terrace views

Located at Congress Avenue and 7th Street in downtown Austin's business district, this AAA Four-Diamond rated Austin hotel features an indoor pool, hot tub, and 24-hour fitness center with Peloton bikes. The Royal Sonesta offers three dining venues: Roaring Fork restaurant, Café Fuller, and Stephen F's Bar & Terrace - the only outdoor terrace on Congress Avenue providing Capitol views. A fashionable gathering spot since the 1920s, The Stephen F Austin places guests steps from the Paramount Theatre, Texas Capitol, and entertainment districts. The property includes 6000 square feet of event space accommodating up to 400 guests, marble bathrooms with Agraria amenities, and Tesla charging stations.

Pros

Only outdoor dining terrace along Congress Avenue with direct Capitol views

Historic 1920s property next to Paramount Theatre

24/7 fitness center featuring Peloton bikes and full locker rooms

Three distinct on-site dining venues including wood-fired steakhouse

Cons

2.5 miles from Lady Bird Lake waterfront activities

Limited street parking in busy downtown location

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.
Deluxe Double Room Two Double Beds
2 persons
26 m² 
2 Double beds
Heating
Air conditioning
Suite
2 persons
51 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Deluxe King Room
2 persons
23 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Preferred Queen Room
2 persons
42 m² 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre
Austin400 m
Airports
Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) 13.2 km
Killeen-Fort Hood Regional (GRK) 111.7 km
Train
Zilker Zephyr Miniature Train 2.4 km
Train100 m

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed (limited amount or weight)
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Paid breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

701 Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas, United States, 78701
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701 Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas, United States, 78701
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