Message from InterContinental Stephen F. Austin

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Affectionately known as the 'Stephen F' by native Austinites, the InterContinental Stephen F. Austin has been part of the city scene for more than 60 years. A central location three blocks from the Capitol puts you within walking distance of the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, the University of Texas and the Town Lake Hike and Bike Trail.

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701 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701

Editorial Description by Citysearch
Modernized historic hotel in the middle of downtown.
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by Citysearch.
5 Reviews by Citysearch:

This is the best Business hotel I have ever stayed in. Business rooms have in room Computers with free internet activity. 5 Star Rating - World class

I was amazed ti find that my room had a flat screen computer with free internet and breakfast. The business room is large enough to hold business meetings and all my calls were free. When I travel to Austin I no longer need to lu my lap top aound. This is a nie change!

Pros: Very Modern Business location is perfect fantastic concierge
Cons: Parking is valet only
Posted 03/25/07 at 8:22am

Valentine Dinner 5 Star Rating - World class

Highly recommended. SInce the doorman till the server everything was excellent. The menu was very chic.

Posted 03/16/07 at 9:05pm

Thanksgiving Buffet 1 Star Rating - Unsatisfactory

I made reservations at their annual Thanksgiving buffet, only after asking the catering department if the spread would be traditional with all the fixings. It was not. Yes, there was turkey, but nothing else was traditional. In fact, they had run out of gravy and never replenished it; too, there wasn't even any pumpkin pie or pecan pie. The rolls where too hard to eat, and they had no mashed potatoes. They did, however, have an ODD feature of an omelet station: I had no idea omelets were a part of the traditional Thanksgiving feast. I was also completely disappointed that they did not decorate: sterile is the word that comes to mind. A big NO for thanksgiving: a waste of $50 per person.

Posted 12/03/05 at 12:00am

Very nice.. 5 Star Rating - World class

We just returned from the our stay and we found it quite pleasant. The hotel is beautiful and the location is excellent. It was luxurious and romantic. The service was okay. I wasn't completely blown away, but I did find my stay delightful.

Pros: Beautiful, Great Location, Nice bar
Cons: Parking, So-so service
Posted 04/21/03 at 9:28pm

center of it all 4 Star Rating - Very good

before i actually moved to austin, i stayed here and i enjoyed the experience overall. the rooms are small but that doesn't bother me, and you should expect that from an older building. the decor was great and the location CANNOT be beat.

Pros: gorgeous decor, prime location
Cons: a little pricey
Posted 11/06/02 at 6:57pm