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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsHilton Garden Inn Austin Northwest / Arboretum
Both properties are praised by expert writers. On balance, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin scores significantly better than Hilton Garden Inn Austin Northwest / Arboretum. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin is ranked #9 in Austin with endorsements from 10 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Frommer's and BlackBook.
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
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The Telegraph 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."
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
Hilton Garden Inn Austin Northwest / Arboretum Fodor's Gayot Oyster
11617 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78759
From $67/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Fodor's "Business travelers and some short-term leisure travelers patronize this five-story hotel in suburban, shopaholic Northwest Austin." Full review
Gayot "Contemporary flair and comfort can both be had in Austin's Golden Triangle."
OysterMid-Range
"The mid-range Hilton Garden Inn Austin Northwest/Arboretum is about 20 minutes from downtown Austin and a short drive to restaurants and shops." Full review
