The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Rated 8.6 in 496 reviews. 187 rooms.

★★★★

Originally opened on May 19th, 1924 as "The Texan", at 10 stories high it was the tallest building in Austin at the time. Due to its stately nature, local activists immediately lobbied to memorialize beloved statesman and Father of Texas successfully changing the name of the hotel to "The Stephen F. Austin."
Over the years the hotel has been a local hangout for politicians, served as campaign headquarters for multiple governors, and has been graced by the presence of many celebrities. We may no longer be the tallest building in Austin but we have not lost any of our classic charm or signature character.

Discover the perfect blend of Austin's storied charm and modern elegance at the award-winning, AAA Four-Diamond rated Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel. Nestled in the heart of downtown, our historic hotel offers unmatched proximity to Austin's top attractions, including the iconic Paramount Theatre, just steps away. Explore the vibrant energy of Sixth Street and Rainey Street or visit the Texas Capitol and The University of Texas nearby.

Unwind in our beautifully appointed rooms and suites where Texas hospitality shines. Savor elevated dining experiences and enjoy a drink at Stephen F's Bar & Terrace—the only outdoor terrace on Congress Avenue. Stay active in our state-of-the-art fitness center, featuring Peloton bikes, or host a memorable meeting or wedding in our 6,000 square feet of event space, accommodating up to 400 guests.
Long Live the Guest at the Royal Sonesta.

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A guide to great places near The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

  1. Paramount Theatre

    VH1 Rock Docs DOWNLOADED World Premieres here at SXSW 2013!Napster: The Music. The battle. The revolution. Directed by Alex Winter.

    56 m from hotel
    713 Congress Ave

  2. Firehouse Hostel and Lounge

    A hidden speakeasy set inside Austin’s oldest standing fire station - a popular spot for locals and tourists who know where to look. Check more here: http://supper.mx/places/firehouse-lounge-austin/

    125 m from hotel
    605 Brazos St Ste 100

  3. Eureka!

    Cowboy burger with doubled meat is probably the best burger I've ever had.

    151 m from hotel
    200 E 6th St

  4. Perry's Steakhouse

    Four words: Perry's Famous Pork Chop. But "famous" is too vapid a term. Legendary. Mythical. Magnificent. Glorious. Stunning. Dazzling. Don't miss it.

    167 m from hotel
    114 W 7th St

  5. Chi'lantro BBQ

    As seen on Travel Channel's Feed the Beast, go to Chi'lantro BBQ Food Truck for kimchi fries - the ultimate in late-night fusion food!

    184 m from hotel
    823 Congress Ave

  6. Midnight Cowboy

    How can you go wrong with a former massage parlor/brothel converted to a speakeasy from the people behind the Drafthouse? NOTE: Have to visit midnightcowboymodeling.com for reservations.

    277 m from hotel
    313 E 6th St

  7. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema – Ritz

    The company began as a second-run movie theater, and distinguished itself by the food and drink service offered inside the theater, including cold beers.

    292 m from hotel
    320 E 6th St

  8. Eddie V's Prime Seafood

    Possibly some of the best steak I've ever had in my life.

    332 m from hotel
    301 E 5th St

  9. Houndstooth Coffee

    Houndstooth installed a pecan-slab experimental coffee bar where they'll be doing single-origin siphon brewing!

    339 m from hotel
    401 Congress Ave

  10. JuiceLand

    Halle Beary Hallelujah acai with granola for $7.50! Get it!!

    340 m from hotel
    120 E 4th St

  11. Texas State Capitol

    In one of the largest barter transactions in recorded history, the builders of the capitol were paid with over three-million acres of public land in the Texas Panhandle.

    0.6 km from hotel
    112 E 11th St

  12. Austin City Limits Live

    Win tix to lots of shows at ACL Live from Do512. Visit http://do512.com/venue/acl-live to enter to win

    0.7 km from hotel
    310 Willie Nelson Blvd