InterContinental STEPHEN F. AUSTIN

701 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
Nightly Rates: ( 323.00 - 599.00 )
4 Star

Property Description

The Hotel finished a multimillion dollar renovation of all guestrooms, suites and public areas in March of 2013. Affectionately known as the Stephen F, this Austin luxury hotel is ideally placed on Congress Avenue. The unique Art Deco fa ade 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.

Amenities

· Accessible facilities
· Air conditioning individually controlled in room
· Bathrobe
· Bathtub
· Bell staff/porter
· Coffee/Tea maker
· Color television
· Complimentary newspaper in lobby
· Concierge desk
· Cribs
· Desk with lamp
· Direct dial telephone
· Dry cleaning
· Electrical adaptors available
· Free newspaper
· Gift/News stand
· Golf
· Hairdryer
· High speed internet connection
· Housekeeping - daily
· Housekeeping - weekly
· Indoor pool
· Ironing board
· Late check-out available
· Late check-out available
· Lounges/bars
· Meeting rooms
· Minibar
· Non-smoking
· On-Site parking
· Parking
· Private bathroom
· Room service
· Safe
· Safe deposit box
· Satellite television
· Separate closet
· Shops and commercial services
· Spare electrical outlet available at desk
· Stereo
· Tennis court
· Transportation
· Two-line phone
· Valet parking
· Voice mail
· Wireless internet connection
· Wireless internet connection in public areas

Room Information

Converters/ Voltage adaptors, Refrigerator
Computer, Connecting rooms, Trouser/Pant press, Rollaway bed
Maid service, Connecting rooms, Trouser/Pant press, Sofa bed

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 3:00 PM
· Check out time is 12:00 PM
· Time Zone is GMT
· 190 rooms.
· 21 suites.
· 16 floors.

Restaurant Information

Roaring Fork

The Roaring Fork's wood fired cooking captures the spirit of bold American cuisine, creating flavors that crackle with a rugged edge.

The Salt Lick

Thirty minutes from downtown Austin, it is "Bring Your Own Beer" at this venerable cash only, world renowned BBQ spot. Country roads deliver you to a sprawling rustic setting where you will enjoy recipes that date back to the wagon trains of the 1800s. En

Annies Cafe and Bar

The oldest restaurant in downtown Austin serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and a weekend brunch. Annies is committed to serving fresh local ingredients and simple classic dishes in an open and relaxed setting. Enjoy freshly baked bread and pastries any tim

Barley Swine

Their talented chefs use a combination of modern and classic technique with artistic planning to create an innovative menu inspired by their friends at the farmers market with their products.

Fonda San Miguel

Austin's premier Mexican restaurant is recognized as one of the best authentic interior Mexican restaurants in the country. The dining spaces are talked about as much as the amazing menu, as the owners collect and display beautiful artwork in the restaura

Hudson's on the Bend

Hudson's on the Bend serves unique steak, wild game, chops and snake dishes. This New American steakhouse is a transformed 50's farmhouse. It is cozy with exotic and innovative dishes and notable wine list.

Stephen F's Bar & Terrace

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

Meeting Facility

Capital Ballroom

Ballroom with French doors leading to outdoor terrace overlooking Historic Congress Avenue

Assembly Room

Rectangular room, very private with Antique Mirrors on each end of room

Assembly A State Boardroom

Executive Boardroom with high ceiling, wood floor and French doors leading to outdoor terrace, overlooking 7th Street

Recreation Information

Fitness center on-site

Indoor pool

Whirlpool

Area Attractions

SoCo - South Congress

South Congress Avenue, known as "SoCo", is a collection of shops, boutiques, bars, restaurants and streamers, featuring local Austin food as well as clothing, jewelery, antiques, souvenirs and other fun items. "Lucy in Disguise" has every costume imaginab

The Domain

This north Austin Shopping area was developed over the course of the past 5 years. Conveniently located at the intersection of Loop 1 and US183, it is easily accessible and offers impeccable restaurants and luxury shops anchored by Neiman Marcus, Macys an

Second Street District

The Second Street District in downtown Austin is a unique area of Austin s local scene. With upscale shops and fashionable sidewalk cafes and restaurants on the street level, and apartments and condominium towers above. Also home to famous Austin City Li

Barton Creek Square Mall

Barton Creek Square Mall, a fully enclosed mall with more than 180 specialty retailers and anchor stores Nordstrom, Dillard's, Macy*s, JCPenney, and Sears. Enjoy shopping at stores you know and love, like Abercrombie & Fitch, Ann Taylor, Aveda, Banana Rep

West End District

Downtown district often called the design district. This quaint neighborhood features shopping, restaurants, galleries, and antique stores. The hub of this district is the intersection of West 6th Street and North Lamar Boulevard; here you will find the

Austin Convention Center Amtrack

Amtrak

AUSTIN Austin Bergstrom International Riverside, Onion Creek, Fountainhead, Ba

Austin offers many options for Golfing - see your Concierge for assistance booking tee times

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

San Antonio Texas

Just a short drive to San Antonio to the famous and beautiful Riverwalk, the Alamo and San Antonio MIssions National Historic Park. Family attractions include Sea World, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, Brackenridge Park and the San Antonio Zoo. San Antonio is a

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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,

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