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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsDownright Austin, A Renaissance Hotel
Both InterContinental Stephen F. Austin and Sheraton Austin at the Capitol are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin scores significantly higher than Sheraton Austin at the Capitol. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin scores 85 with accolades from 11 reviews including Lonely Planet, Time Out and Oyster.
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
Downright Austin, A Renaissance Hotel Frommer's Star Service Gayot BlackBook
Time Out
701 E. 11th St., Austin, TX 78701
From $85/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
Frommer's "The Sheraton is a good deal. It's 5 blocks east of the capitol and within easy walking distance of downtown and the university campus." Full review
Star Service "The chain's Sweet Sleeper bedding is available in all rooms, with pillow-top mattresses, layers of soft linens, and a mix of firm and cushy pillows. " Full review
Gayot "Thanks to its location near the State Capitol, this 365-room hotel primarily attracts a corporate clientele."
BlackBook "You couldn't sleep last night. You were clogged with a gnarly combo of ragweed and pollen. Didn't they tell you Claritin is powerless to Central Texas allergens? You switch hotels when..."
Time Out "BackYARD at Waller Creek channels everyone's favorite backyard party, a spot where BBQ, games, live music and cocktails converge. Stop by with your crew for breakfast, lunch, dinner or..." Full review
