The Stephen F Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel

Those in ATX for culture will want to stay at this historic place. The Stephen F Austin (aka ‘Father of Texas’) Royal Sonesta Hotel sits right in the middle of Congress Avenue, beside the Paramount Theatre, and has been hosting visitors for nearly a century. Inside, things are a tad on the worn side, but we find it charming and full of character. Be sure to try a humongous burger from the downstairs Roaring Fork restaurant, and check out Stephen F’s Bar and Terrace, which is the only outdoor terrace along Congress Avenue.
Rooms start at around $175