Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin

701 CONGRESS AVENUE
Austin, TX 78701

Starting Rate: $308 Priced recently for Nov 1 - Nov 3, 2013

Property Description - Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin

The Hotel is currently undergoing a multimillion dollar renovation of all its guestrooms, suites and public areas. Affectionately known as the ‘Stephen F,’ this Austin luxury hotel is ideally placed on Congress Avenue. The unique Art Deco façade is a famous Austin landmark and has been part of the city scene for more than 60 years. At the heart of the culture capital of Texas, this Austin luxury hotel is just blocks from art museums, the state capitol and right next door to Paramount Theatre.

General Property Information - Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin

Check In: 3:00 PM

Check Out: 12:00 PM

Currency:American Dollars

Floors: 16

Rooms: 190

Suites: 21

Year Opened: 1998

Year Renovated: 01/01/2013

Time Zone: GMT

In Room Amenities - Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin
  • Air conditioning individually controlled in room
  • Bathrobe
  • Bathtub
  • CD player
  • Coffee/Tea maker
  • Color television
  • Cribs
  • Desk with lamp
  • Free newspaper
  • Hairdryer
  • High speed internet connection
  • Interactive web TV
  • Ironing board
  • Minibar
  • Non-smoking
  • Pay per view movies on TV
  • Premium movie channels
  • Private bathroom
  • Safe
  • Satellite television
  • Separate closet
  • Speaker phone
  • Two-line phone
  • Video games
  • Voice mail
  • Weight scale

On Property Amenities - Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Accessible facilities
  • Airline desk
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Cocktail lounge
  • Complimentary newspaper in lobby
  • Concierge desk
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Dry cleaning
  • Executive floor
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping - daily
  • Housekeeping - weekly
  • Ice machine
  • Indoor pool
  • Interior corridors
  • Late check-out available
  • Lounges/bars
  • On-Site parking
  • Parking
  • Public area air conditioned
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Safe deposit box
  • Shoe shine stand
  • Tour/sightseeing desk
  • Travel agency
  • Valet parking
  • Wireless internet connection in public areas

    In Area Amenities - Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin
  • Shops and commercial services
  • Tennis court

Restaurant Info
Perry s Steakhouse and Grille

Perrys Steakhouse and Grille is located downtown in the historic Norwood Tower, within easy walking distance of the Capital Complex and other downtown landmarks. This location features unique decor, patio seating and Perrys award winning menu.

Roaring Fork

The Roaring Fork's Wood Fired Cooking captures the spirit of bold American cuisine, creating flavors that crackle with a rugged edge.

Manuel's

Award wining Mexican Cooking in the heart of Downtown. Famous for its Margaritas and the Sunday Brunch with Live Music.

The Coffeeshop at the Hideout Theatre

Located at 617 Congress Ave is the Hideout Coffeehouse, right below the Hideout Theatre. Locally owned and operated, the coffeehouse is open morning to night, weekdays and weekends, and serves beer, wine, fresh sandwiches, pastries, Amys ice cream, as wel

South Congress Cafe

An Icon on SoCo, serving brunch all day and offering an extensive and eclectic dinner menu after 5 PM, the South Congress Cafe is known for its Boar Chili and Carrot Cake French Toast. Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3 to 6 PM

Stephen F's Bar & Terrace

The Stephen F's Bar & Terrace is consistently voted the Best Bar in downtown Austin, with a balcony that overlooks Congress Avenue and a gorgeous view of the Texas State Capitol.

Meeting Facility Information - Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin
Assembly A
Assembly Room
Capital Ballroom
State Boardroom
Recreation

Indoor pool

Fitness center on-site

Children's program - Children's amenities. New InterContinental baby amenities. Our concierge will be happy to create an itinerary based on your children's specific interests. Babysitting references available upon request.

Area Attractions
Fredericksburg Texas

Take a beautiful drive up to Fredericksburg, past the Hill Country vineyards. Fredericksburg offers a unique shopping experience with many antique and boutique shops. If you are there for dinner be sure to eat at the Hill Top Cafe.

Inner Space Caverns, Georgetown, Texas

Tip: Pan for real gems and minerals just like the old-timers panned for gold. You keep what you find, and they can help you identify your gemstones. Visit the Inner Space Caverns for a glimpse of the underground life of central Texas: stalactites, stal

Austin Convention Center
San Antonio Texas

For an afternoon out of town, take a trip down to San Antonio where you can visit the Alamo or tour the missions.

Star of Texas Rodeo

For two weeks in March, the rodeo comes to town. Events include: steer wrestling, team roping, mutton bustin' for the kids, livestock and horse show, a carnival and bands performing nightly.

Stevie Ray Vaughan statue

Auditorium Shores is the place to catch the fireworks on the Fourth of July and the hub of Austin's most popular hike-and-bike trail. A statue of Austin's favorite lost son, Stevie Ray Vaughan, the legendary guitarist who died in a 1990 helicopter crash,

Barton Springs Pool

Within Zilker Park lies one of the crown jewels of Austin, Barton Springs Pool. Three acres in size, it is fed from underground springs and is, on average, 68F year-round. The pool is home to fish, turtles and the famously embattled Barton Springs salaman

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Mount Bonnell

Tip: Open daily from 5am to 10pm. Opened in the 1850s, this is the oldest tourist attraction in Austin. Ninety-nine steps take you to the top of Mount Bonnell, where you will enjoy a breathtaking view of the city skyline, Lake Austin and the surroundin

Sunset Bat Watching on Congress Avenue Bridge

The largest urban Mexican Freetail bat colony in North America resides under this bridge for nearly eight months a year, taking off in swirls near sunset each evening. Capital Cruises offers daily cruises to watch the bats from March until October.

Hike and Bike Trail

Rent a bike or jog down Austin's Hike and Bike Trail. The trail runs eight and a half miles aside the beautiful Towne Lake.

Sightseeing Cultural & Historical Tour

Austin Overtures runs a 90-minute tour of over 30 major historical and cultural points in the Austin area. Guests travel in a climate-controlled, nine-passenger Mercedes.

Amtrack
Austin Bergstrom International
UT Tower

Tip: Tours are available by reservation only through the Texas Union Information Center. The observation deck of the UT Tower offers a breathtaking view of the UT Campus and the Austin area. It has recently reopened to the public for the first time in

Texas State Capitol

The Texas State Capitol is located only blocks from the hotel. Take a tour on your own or with a guide to view the Senate and House of Representative chambers. The grounds of the State Capitol are a destination, with grassy shaded lawns and lively squirre

Alamo Drafthouse Theatre

Tip: Ask the concierge for details about special events such as the Tarantino Film Festival and celebrity guest appearances. Not your average movie theater, the Drafthouse is Austin's only independently owned and operated movie theater. You can have di

University of Texas Harry Ransom Center

Located on the University of Texas Campus, the UT/Harry Ransom Center houses collections of 20th Century British, American and French literature, photography and visual arts. Drop in to see the first photograph ever taken, one of the Gutenberg Bibles and

Austin Museum of Art

The Austin Museum of Art is located at the former lakeside estate of Laguna Gloria just 15 minutes drive from downtown Austin. Explore the beautifully restored 1916 Italianate-style villa and stroll the lush 12-acre grounds overlooking Lake Austin and en

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