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Hotel San JosevsThe Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin and Hotel San Jose are both praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel San Jose scores significantly higher than InterContinental Stephen F. Austin. Hotel San Jose comes in at #2 in Austin with endorsements from 19 sources such as Bon Appétit, Frommer's and On the Grid.
Hotel San Jose
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1316 S Congress, Austin, TX 78704
From $197/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
Concierge "An eternal favorite among tourists and locals alike, the Hotel San José epitomizes Austin cool."
Fodor's "A warren of rooms and suites done up in South Austin chic: a modern, minimalist style adorned with balconies, patios, and tropical vegetation." Full review
OysterUpper-middle-range
"They say everything's bigger in Texas, but this intimate "bungalow-style" boutique hotel might be the exception." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located in the modern bohemian neighborhood of South Congress (or SoCo), the über-hip San José Hotel has 40 sleek, minimalist guest rooms with earthy tones, warm woods, and simple, modern lines." Full review
Rough Guide "Chic and funky boutique hotel in the South Congress district."
Star Service "This funky, spirited sprite is an authentic boutique-hotel with a trim modern style that fits in glove-tight with the SXSW crowd of young, energetic—and moneyed—media hipsters." Full review
Gayot "This urban bungalow-style hotel oozes modern minimalism."
BlackBook "This bungalow-style hotel is surrounded with Southwestern landscaping and modern accents."
Zagat4.2
"An "alternative to mainstream lodging", this revamped 1930s motor court is now a "cool boutique" in a "crazy-prime" South Congress location."
Not For Tourists "Hip little hotel in SoCo with a killer bar."
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
