The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsCasulo Hotel
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin and Casulo Hotel are both recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin scores significantly better than Casulo Hotel. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin has a TripExpert Score of 85 with positive reviews from 11 publications including Oyster, Fodor's and Star Service.
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Show All Reviews
701 Congess Avenue, Austin, TX 78701
From $106/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Most of its clientele are business travelers, and the InterContinental offers lots of amenities aimed at this market." Full review
Fodor's
"The location is ideal: one block from 6th Street, four blocks from the Capitol, and next door to the historic Paramount Theater." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A restrained formality greets you in the marble-clad lobby of this 1924 beaux arts building. The sort of quiet elegance that attracts privacy-seeking celebs."
Oyster
Upscale
"The InterContinental Stephen F. Austin occupies a historic building in a great location in the heart of downtown Austin." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel weaves together a wonderful blend of old and new...its newly added boutique charm bridges the gap between traditionalists and a younger, hipper crowd." Full review
Gayot
"Today, it is popular with business travelers and downtown revelers --- not to mention lobbyists petitioning their causes in the nearby State Capitol complex."
BlackBook
"Kill the cooler hours on the only terrace overlooking Congress Ave. Bike messengers glide in and out of downtown traffic down below."
Zagat
4.2
"Built in 1924, this "historic" property lures business and leisure travelers with "beautiful" rooms and a Downtown location "in the heart of Austin", within "walking distance" of Sixth Street."
Jetsetter
"Historic downtown hotel with an indoor pool, two restaurants and a buzzy terrace bar overlooking Congress Avenue and the Texas state capitol." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"A fashionable place for locals and visitors alike to gather since its beginning in the Roaring Twenties." Full review
Casulo Hotel
3017 South I-35, Austin, TX 78741
From $62/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Casulo offers chic boutique style at an affordable price, with contemporary, zen-like decor, and rooms all featuring big soaking tubs." Full review
Gayot
"A welcome surprise among a sea of budget chain hotels, Casulo Hotel strives for a relaxing Zen environment."
Fodor's
"The overall comfort level and location of this hotel—plus amenities like a free breakfast buffet—beats out other comparable chain hotels bordering the teeming I-35 corridor." Full review
Afar Magazine
"For a romantic getaway or a business trip, Casulo will take care of you." Full review
Time Out
"Casulo Hotel may be minutes away from Congress Avenue's bustling shopping district, but it's zen decor lends a calm air to the place." Full review