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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsOmni Barton Creek Resort & Spa
Both InterContinental Stephen F. Austin and Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin ranks marginally better than Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin ranks #9 in Austin with endorsements from 11 reviewers such as Time Out, Oyster and Zagat.
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
Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Frommer's
Concierge Oyster Star Service BlackBook Zagat Gayot
Travel + Leisure Jetsetter The Telegraph Show All Reviews
8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, TX 78735
From $249/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's "Austin's only real full-service resort -- one that caters to business travelers, couples, singles, and families alike -- Barton Creek would stand out even if it weren't alone." Full review
Concierge "Visitors who'd prefer nocturnal solitude over the late-night rowdiness of downtown Austin should consider this tranquil resort."
OysterUpscale
"The 312-room Barton Creek Resort is sprawled across lovely grounds centered within three golf courses in the hills west of downtown Austin." Full review
Star Service "Barton Creek Resort & Spa sits in an upscale residential development off Bee Caves Road." Full review
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A bevy of quality contemporary have recently been interjected into rooms on floors 4 through 9, and these are not the ones to request.
BlackBook "The hotel tower comes into view as you descend into the Fazio Foothills. Golf for him on the courses par excellence. Spa time for her in the form of a champagne facial."
Zagat4.2
"Those looking for a "relaxing" retreat head to the "beautiful Texas Hill Country" and this "inviting" full-service resort, "secluded" in a "lovely" setting on 4,000 acres of rolling grounds."
Gayot "The signature Fazio Foothills Golf Course is known for its cliff-lined fairways, waterfalls and caves, and the three other courses also take advantage of the intriguing natural setting." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Especially popular with business travelers, the resort's golf courses were designed by legendary figures like Tom Fazio, Arnold Palmer, and Austin native Ben Crenshaw." Full review
Jetsetter "4,000 acres of rolling hills, championship golf, and luxurious resort living." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A world-class golf course puts this hotel on the map, but the resort sprawls over 4,000 acres of secluded West Austin for the ultimate in a pampered getaway." Full review
