The hotel is very welcoming and secure. The room was huge and lovely with a very comfortable king size bed. The vanity area with magnifying mirror and vanity bench seat was an unexpected but a great addition to the bathroom. Everything about the room was good. We had breakfast once in the hotel and it was well prepared with good coffee. We also had dinner in the restaurant one evening which was also wonderful and good value. The upstairs bar was also a great place to sit on the balcony in the evening. I highly recommend this hotel. Everyone who worked there were very friendly and helpful.

The only negative is really more a comment. We had drinks in the bar upstairs a couple of evenings after returning to the hotel from dinner but were disappointed that they didn't stay open a bit later on the weekend. Yes, you can move to what they call the 'public' balcony but it is not the same. The bar was full the nights we were there and we were not the only ones disappointed with the early closing.

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is spacious, very well appointed and perfectly situated in downtown Austin. We were greeted warmly by all and check-in was a breeze. From the hotel we could walk to great restaurants and sites of interest (especially Antone’s!). For musical venues further away, such as C-Boys and The Continental, it was a short drive using a ride service. The Paramount Theatre Austin is literally right around the corner. Our room was so well appointed, clean and comfortable - the Front Desk even upgraded our room during our stay!

The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The restaurant (Roaring Fork) and the bar were both good. Location was terrific, It is right downtown near everything and unlike many downtown areas it is not besieged with homeless. I know the homeless need places, but in some cities, they are so numerous they can take the pleasure out of any location. However, the drawback of a downtown location is that even on the 8th floor there was a lot of city noise. If this would bother you, bring ear plugs.

I was asked if I wanted the room cleaned every day. I would be okay with that; I don't need fresh sheets and towels every day. However, give me an incentive. If I opt to have my room cleaned only every two or three days, cut the cost of the room by at least a token amount, maybe $20-30. The room is already expensive.

Breakfast was good I ate there two times and had an omelet. Staff was friendly and attentive.

My daughter ordered a biscuit and was not impressed with the quality. The bartender at the restaurant in the hotel was discourteous. I was also appalled at the number of homeless individuals who seemed to gravitate to the outside of the hotel. As I was returning from dinner with my daughter one night, I noticed a man leaned into a corner of the hotel frontage on Congreess Street, urinating on the building

Location and staff, specially Oscar from the front desk.

They charge everything separately even for a microwave in the room, there is a daily destination fee, you can't use the 10 dollars credit of the destination fee for the breakfast or bodega, the hotel looks old fashioned and needs some renovation, the carpet in my floor was worn out, there was no breakfast buffet, the bedroom AC is very loud, even on low fan which disturbs light sleepers.

The breakfast was delicious on the one day we ate in but was pricey, so on all the other days we simply went out to eat. The staff very friendly and accommodating and the hotel nicely kept. We loved the hotel location and would consider staying there again if in the area.

The hot tub was inoperable during the entire visit. We wish the cost of food would have been a more reasonable price.

Staff was incredible, valet was amazing. Every time we headed out for a short walk they would ask if we had something to do or if we needed some ideas. One even asked why we were there (oddly no staff at the desk did) when we told him it was our 27th anniversary he spoke to a staff member and brought a small bottle of champagne and two glasses for us. Very nice touch.

Website and front desk both stated breakfast was a buffet. When we arrived it was a menu and very awkward. The waiter came over and said if there is something on the menu you want, take a seat. Also when you are charged a resort fee to free water bottles in room and coffee, we thought coffee would be all day not ending at 11am.

When visiting Austin, this hotel has become our preferred choice. The combination of price and location offers unbeatable value. There are numerous excellent dining options just around the corner and even on-site. One aspect we particularly appreciate is that they allow dogs, as we brought along our beloved furry friend. Despite its proximity to the vibrant nightlife, the hotel manages to strike a perfect balance, ensuring a peaceful atmosphere. The beds are comfortable, and the overall space is clean and well-maintained.

The staff at the hotel were wonderful, although I believe they could benefit from hiring additional assistance. We encountered a delay when requesting our sofa bed to be made for our children, as it took approximately 2.5 hours. After numerous phone calls, it was eventually a receptionist who came to attend to it. He explained that the regular staff member responsible for this task was unavailable due to illness and had left for the day. Considering the size of the hotel, it would be advantageous to have more than one staff member assigned to handle such matters. While this inconvenience occurred, it is not significant enough to deter me from returning to the hotel.

This is a very nice hotel on Congress in Austin. It does the basics to a high standard – friendly and professional staff, efficient check in, fast and functional elevators, clean and welcoming lobby and other areas, and calm and quiet environment in the hotel at night. Our room was very large, with a living room area including sofa and another comfortable chair, and an adjoining bedroom. The bathroom was also spacious. We had a great view of the Capitol building from the living room area! We stayed here during SXSW music festival and the hotel could not be better located for the venues on Red River – close enough to walk in a few minutes, but far enough away to be quiet for sleeping. Would stay again next time.

Great location, in the center of downtown. Friendly staff all around. The hotel has a nice historic feel, but the rooms are still modern and well equiped. All in all, can recommend!

The restaurant in the hotel is not affiliated with the hotel. When we arrived for dinner at the restaurant (after a long trip) they made it seem that they were doing us a favor by giving us a table without reservation even though it wasn't full.