The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Austin - University Area
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin and DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area are both rated highly by expert writers. On balance, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin ranks significantly higher than DoubleTree by Hilton Austin - University Area. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin comes in at 83 with praise from 9 sources like Fodor's, Gayot and Frommer's.
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
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Austin - University Area
1617 IH-35 North, Austin, TX 78702
From $67/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"This mid-range chain is convenient if you're looking to stay near to the University of Texas, or have business in the area." Full review
Gayot
"This property combines the extra amenities of an extended-stay property with the atmosphere of a standard hotel."