The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel Offers Luxurious Stays

For the complete Texas experience, including the Southern hospitality the state is known for, look no further than The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel, set in the heart of downtown Austin.

From its central position in the city’s skyline to the property’s rich color palette and plush furnishings, The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is authentically Austin, making it the destination for your next leisure or business trip — or for a first-class event.

A AAA Four Diamond designee, the Royal Sonesta was built in the early 20th century, and its iconic ambiance hearkens to its historic luxury. An iron birdcage greets you at the top of a double staircase, above which soars an ornately carved landing and blue sky-painted ceiling. But the hotel is also known for its upscale amenities, like an indoor pool and hot tub and state-of-the-art fitness center, and its unmatched service. In fact, the hotel’s mascot, the Baron of Austin, welcomes guests checking in from his portrait above the front desk.

When you need to nosh or want to unwind with a drink after a long day of meetings, the hotel offers three on-site dining options. Brisket for breakfast? Have it in tacos or Benedict-style at Cafe Fuller, also serving classics like omelets and French toast. Roaring Fork, open for lunch, happy hour and dinner, gives diners a taste of the “spirit of the Old West” through local favorites like green chili pork stew, rainbow trout and, of course, steak cooked to order.

Before your meal, visit the only terrace on Congress Avenue, Stephen F’s Bar & Terrace, for a craft cocktail like the Ladybird (vodka, pear, elderflower liqueur, Peychaud’s and orange bitters, and lemon), a mocktail or maybe a cigar.

Savor the sights of the lights from the Texas State Capitol and historic Paramount Theatre’s marquee as you sip your drink. Royal Sonesta’s location on South Congress Avenue and a block from the nightlife and entertainment on Sixth Street means you’re only steps away from the action.

This proximity to nearby attractions — the hotel is also a 6-mile drive from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport — makes the Royal Sonesta popular for meetings, weddings and other events. With 6,000 square feet of event space, including six flexible meeting rooms, the hotel accommodates as many as 400 guests. On-site catering and audiovisual offerings make it easy for planners to create a truly special event.

Learn more about The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel and start planning your visit or event today.

Photos and article courtesy The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel. Photography credit Emilie Anne Photography.