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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsHoliday Inn Austin-Town Lake, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin is preferred by most professionals compared to Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin has a TripExpert Score of 85 with endorsements from 11 publications such as Time Out, Star Service and Jetsetter.
The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Jetsetter
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
Holiday Inn Austin-Town Lake, an IHG Hotel Oyster Gayot
DK Eyewitness Frommer's
20 North IH-35, Austin, TX 78701
From $74/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterMid-Range
"The mid-range Holiday Inn is a safe, if unexciting, bet for travelers on a budget." Full review
Gayot "Set on the south shore of Town Lake, this 320-room hotel is a popular venue for brides and grooms."
DK Eyewitness "Overlooking Town Lake, this high-rise hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Austin, adjacent to the Town Lake hike and bike trail."
Frommer's "The most upscale Holiday Inn in Austin, this high-rise hotel is situated on the north shore of Lady Bird Lake, at the edge of downtown, and just off I-35." Full review
