The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Room rates are subject to a daily Destination Fee of $19.00 (plus applicable taxes), which includes:

• 24/7 access to state-of-the-art fitness center
• Lobby coffee/tea cart 6AM-8AM daily
• Basic Wi-Fi for unlimited devices
• 2 bottled waters in-room upon arrival
• In-room coffee/tea offering
• $10 daily beverage credit at Stephen F's Bar or Provisions Marketplace
• Local and domestic long-distance calls
• Exclusive access to indoor pool

Travel Well

Stay on top of your workout and health routine even while traveling at our state-of-the-art, 24/7 fitness center. With the latest cardio, strength training equipment and locker room, you’ll feel relaxed and energized.

• Treadmills
• Stairmasters
• Bikes
• Elliptical
• Free Weights
• Peloton Bike

We also offer massage therapy by appointment, changing rooms, and shower facilities.

Indoor Pool and Hot Tub

Available from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. to hotel guests

Our hotel with an indoor pool in Austin, TX is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. It is ideal for swimming laps and staying in shape or splashing around with your family and friends. For the best way to unwind, don't forget to soak in the hot tub! 

Peloton Bike

The Peloton Bike is here. Hit your fitness goals while on the go. 

Indoor cycling comes to The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel with the Peloton Bike. Keep your workouts fresh with different themes, difficulty levels and music genres. With classes that range from 5 to 90 minutes, find a ride for every mood

Choose from valet or public parking when you stay with us in Austin.

• Valet Parking:
  • Overnight Standard size cars are $52.00 + 8.25% tax.
  • Overnight SUVs and larger vehicles are $57.00 + 8.25% tax.
  • Valet service includes 24-hour unlimited in and out privileges.
• Daily valet parking is $20.00 tax inclusive for 0-4 hours and $32.00 tax inclusive for 4-8 hours. (No trailers or oversized Dully type vehicles).
• Roaring Fork and SFA Lounge parking for guests is $10 tax inclusive
• 2 Tesla charging stations available
• Public Parking:
  • LAZ Parking on the corner of 7th Street & Trinity (surface lot)
  • Parking at the corner of San Jacinto and 5th Street
  • Perry Brooks Garage on Brazos between 7th Street & 8th Street 670477

We strive to make your stay as comfortable as possible and to accommodate the needs of our guests with disabilities. Please contact the hotel if you have any special requests relating to your disability.

We love your furry friends as much as you do. 

Sonesta is proud to invite your cuddly companions and provide special amenities like comfy pet beds, bowls, waterproof mats, and treats at check-in. We’ll greet your pet with an arrival letter outlining our local recommendations for a pawsome stay. 

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is pet-friendly and welcomes well-mannered pets, with no breed or weight restrictions. Up to two pets are permitted per suite. 

$100 fee per stay applies.

Learn more about our pet policy here. 
 

Roaring Fork

Enjoy Old West-inspired cuisine with modern dining innovations in this cozy and intimate ground-level restaurant that offers lunch and dinner. Menu highlights include premium steaks, meat specialties, and delicious sides.

Stephen F’s Bar & Terrace

Boasting the only outdoor dining terrace on Congress Avenue, Stephen F’s Bar & Terrace features a thoughtfully curated wine list and artisan cocktails. This historic bar on the hotel’s 2nd floor features creative cocktails in a plush, comfortable setting. A stunning patio offers unparalleled views of Austin.

Café Fuller

Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast featuring all your favorites & more including fluffy scrambled eggs, seasoned breakfast potatoes, crispy bacon & sausage and a daily rotation of local steel cut oatmeal, stone ground grits and buttery cream of wheat. Enjoy an assortment of warm breakfast pastries, muffins, croissants, bagels, and breads as well as chilled offerings including Greek yogurt parfaits with seasonal jam & house-made granola, smoked salmon with traditional accompaniments, fresh fruit & berries, chia seed pudding and daily seasonal smoothie.

Boasting the only outdoor dining terrace on Congress Avenue, Stephen F’s Bar & Terrace features Texas cuisine with a chic twist, a thoughtfully curated wine list and artisan cocktails. This historic bar on the hotel’s 2nd floor features creative cocktails in a plush, comfortable setting. A stunning patio offers unparalleled views of Austin. View our cocktail menu and cigar menu.

Hours:

Sunday – Wednesday: 5:00pm – 12:00 am

Thursday – Saturday: 3:00 pm – 1:00 am

Enjoy Old West-inspired cuisine with modern dining innovations in this cozy and intimate ground-level restaurant that offers lunch and dinner. Menu highlights include premium steaks, meat specialties, and delicious sides. Check out our menu here.

Hours:

Lunch: Monday - Friday 11 am – 5:00 pm

Happy Hour 4pm – 6pm (Bar Only)

Dinner: Monday – Saturday 5pm – 10 pm and Sunday 5pm – 9 pm

Reserve a Table

Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast featuring all your favorites & more including fluffy scrambled eggs, seasoned breakfast potatoes, crispy bacon & sausage and a daily rotation of local steel cut oatmeal, stone ground grits and buttery cream of wheat. Enjoy an assortment of warm breakfast pastries, muffins, croissants, bagels, and breads as well as chilled offerings including Greek yogurt parfaits with seasonal jam & house-made granola, smoked salmon with traditional accompaniments, fresh fruit & berries, chia seed pudding and daily seasonal smoothie.

Hours

Monday through Friday: 6:30 am to 11 am

Saturday and Sunday: 7am - Noon

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Forget business as usual. We want to make things a little unusual — in only the best way — by providing you with the space and amenities to mix things up. An ideal downtown location, sophisticated style, and Sonesta hospitality, make The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel a wise choice for your next meeting.

Hotel Highlights

• 6,000 sq. ft. of event space
• 6 meeting rooms
• 190 guest rooms and suites
• Largest room features 3,600 sq. ft.
• Max reception capacity: 380
• Max seated capacity: 400

Contact Us

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta is ideally located on Congress Avenue and a short stroll from the Texas State Capitol. We offer state-of-the-art conference rooms with dazzling city views, exceptional leisure amenities second to none, and access to the countless cultural attractions of the Live Music Capital of the World. Whether it’s business or a special event that brings you to our doorstep.

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The perfect venue for the perfect day, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is where your lifetime of memories begins. Exceptional spaces and extraordinary culinary offerings converge to create the wedding of your dreams. With a stunning location on the Congress Avenue, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta is the zenith of refinement and elegance, with 190 generously appointed rooms and suites in the heart of the city, a dazzling Capital Ballroom and Terrace with stellar views, and a dedicated catering staff to plan every detail. Weddings at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel are affairs to remember. *Photo credit: The Mill Photography Studio

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Contact Us

Ready to plan your big day or wedding celebration? Contact the Sales and Catering Department to take a tour or for more information: rachel.bonta@sonesta.com.

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Grand and elegant venues and extraordinary flourishes create the perfect setting for your perfect day.

Capital Ballroom

Enjoy a warm Texas welcome in our Capital Ballroom, which features a neutral color palette to allow you to bring your dream wedding vision to life. Crystal chandeliers and a unique star-lit background make your wedding sparkle. French doors open out to The Terrace, where your guests can admire stunning views of the Texas State Capitol while enjoying beautiful Texas weather.

The Capital Ballroom also offers access to the Capital Foyer, an open space in front of the ballroom that features seating areas and French doors that open to the 7th Street Terrace.

Assembly Room

Celebrate on a smaller scale in our Assembly Room, which features warm burgundy décor and two antique gold accent mirrors.

*Photo credit: The Mill Photography Studio

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YOUR PERFECT DAY COMES WITH THE PERFECT GETAWAY!

With Sonesta Travel Pass, you have even more to look forward to beyond your wedding day: complimentary nights at your choice of Sonesta Hotels and Resorts. It's one more way Sonesta can help you celebrate with warm hospitality and personalized service.  Book your wedding at The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel and earn up to 150,000 bonus Travel Pass points! 

• $15,000 in catering spend earn an extra 75,000 bonus points, for a total of 225,000 points.
• $25,000 catering spend earn an extra 120,000 bonus points, for a total of 270,000 points
• $50,000 catering spend earn an extra 250,000 bonus points, for a total of 400,000 points

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Do You Believe that dinner can be a work of art?

Intimate or extraordinary, we'll help you create the perfect day

Whether you're dreaming of an intimate family celebration or a magnificent ballroom fete, The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel is prepared to deliver a wedding to remember.

Customized Menus & Wedding Packages

The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta team prides ourselves on dining experiences inspired by our destination. We use only fresh ingredients and locally sourced provisions to create a celebration that your guests will talk about for years to come. Browse our catering and package menus or get in touch for personalized options!

Please contact our catering sales manager for more information: rachel.bonta@sonesta.com.

At Sonesta, we stand out among Austin wedding venues and catering with our Food is Art philosophy. Our kitchen is well known for its incomparable cuisine, with specialty menu items, signature drinks, sumptuous buffet dinners, and creative hors d'oeuvres. Our dedicated catering professionals and executive chef will craft menus to ensure every meal is delicious, remarkable, and artfully prepared. Your wedding will feature inspired and stunning creations that taste as outstanding as they look, with an overall presentation and service that is second to none.