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The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta HotelvsThe Westin Austin Downtown
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin and The Westin Austin Downtown are both endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin ranks significantly higher than The Westin Austin Downtown. InterContinental Stephen F. Austin comes in at 85 with endorsements from 11 reviews like Zagat, Lonely Planet and BlackBook.
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
"Most of its clientele are business travelers, and the InterContinental offers lots of amenities aimed at this market." Full review
"The location is ideal: one block from 6th Street, four blocks from the Capitol, and next door to the historic Paramount Theater." Full review
"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."
Upscale
"The InterContinental Stephen F. Austin occupies a historic building in a great location in the heart of downtown Austin." Full review
"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
"Today, it is popular with business travelers and downtown revelers --- not to mention lobbyists petitioning their causes in the nearby State Capitol complex."
"Kill the cooler hours on the only terrace overlooking Congress Ave. Bike messengers glide in and out of downtown traffic down below."
4.2
"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."
"Historic downtown hotel with an indoor pool, two restaurants and a buzzy terrace bar overlooking Congress Avenue and the Texas state capitol." Full review
9.0
"A fashionable place for locals and visitors alike to gather since its beginning in the Roaring Twenties." Full review
The Westin Austin Downtown
Zagat
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
Time Out
310 East 5th Street, Austin, TX 78701
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Located on the ground floor of Downtown's Westin Hotel, Stella San Jac pays homage to Southern cuisine with a menu inspired both by chef Michael Cerrie's family cooking and local dishes." Full review
"This nicely outfitted, reliable hotel enjoys a lively downtown location."
"The highest hotel pool in the city sits atop the Westin's new downtown Austin locale." Full review
9.0
"One of Austin’s newest hotels, with a distinct Austin vibe, modern elegance and an open, welcoming ambience." Full review
Readers' Choice Award
"Opened in July 2015, this 366-room hotel sits squarely in the center of the Live Music Capital of the World, just a few minutes' stroll from three of Austin's major entertainment districts." Full review
Upscale
"The Westin Austin Downtown is a four-pearl property that’s a prime example of the Westin chain brand." Full review
"A stunning rootop pool, a state-of-the-art fitness studio (plus guided group runs), deluxe rooms with views of downtown Austin—the Westin is a luxurious option for any stay you're planning." Full review