The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
About this property
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 Theatre, 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 particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Terry
United States“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
New Zealand“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...” - Tracey
United Kingdom“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...” - Sava
Serbia“Amazing location, great restaurant downstairs, very friendly and helpful staff!” 
Gernot
Austria“Comfy, big rooms, friendly staff, good breakfast, perfect location - I can't see why one would stay anywhere else.”- Lisa
Bermuda“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...” - Gary United Kingdom“The hotel was lovely, in a great location and all the staff were excellent .”
- Jenny
Australia“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...” - Julia United Kingdom“Great location. Friendly & helpful reception. Beautiful, spacious and well equipped room and bathroom. Gorgeous breakfast with the lovely Douglas welcoming us like old friends and giving us helpful tips.”
- Anton Austria“Great location, in the center of downtown. Friendly staff all around. The hotel has a nice historic feel, but the rooms are still modern and well equiped. All in all, can recommend!”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Roaring Fork
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
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 travelling 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 identification 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 US$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 via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
