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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsEmbassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin is the choice of most reviewers compared to Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin - Downtown/Town Lake. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin has a TripExpert Score of 85 with positive reviews from 11 sources like Jetsetter, Gayot and The Telegraph.
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
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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."
OysterUpscale
"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."
Zagat4.2
"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 Telegraph9.0
"A fashionable place for locals and visitors alike to gather since its beginning in the Roaring Twenties." Full review
Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin Downtown South Congress Lonely Planet Star Service Gayot
Travel + Leisure Oyster Fodor's
300 South Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78704
From $97/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Lonely Planet "Families are a major focus... The majority of the lodgings are small suites with one or two beds, a pull out couch and a microwave and minifridge. Big enough for your small army."
Star Service " 8 miles east of the Austin Bergstrom International Airport, this first generation Embassy Suites is a solid pick for midrange travelers looking for added space in the heart of the city." Full review
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The small number of remaining unrenovated units should be avoided, as these are dated and dour.
Gayot "The convenience and spaciousness of suites draws travelers to this centrally located property."
Travel + Leisure "The location of this hotel makes it easy for you and the fam to enjoy South Congress Avenue, the Capitol and downtown, Barton Springs Pool and the famous "Bat Bridge."" Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"Embassy Suites by Hilton Austin - Downtown/Town Lake makes a strong showing amongst Austin’s array of upper-middle-range hotels with its fashionable lobby, spacious rooms, and excellent freebies. " Full review
Fodor's "Each room offers separate living and sleeping areas and some have beautiful views of Downtown Austin and Lady Bird Lake." Full review
