Lake Austin Spa Resort

4-star all-inclusive wellness resort on Lake Austin, named #1 Destination Spa in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler 2024

Wellness & Spa

The Lake Austin spa offers an adults-only environment with an indoor pool, outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, and private hot tub areas. The on-site spa provides personalized wellness programs and unique water-based therapies such as AquaStretch Myofascial Release in the heated pool barn. Guests can also book treatments like the Leonor Greyl 11-step hair and scalp treatment or Natura Bisse Vitamin C facial, available through the spa lounge and relaxation area.

Rooms & Accommodations

Accommodations at the Lake Austin resort include spacious cottages with private garden patios and lake views, some featuring private hot tubs. Each room offers a private bathroom with large tub, pillow-top bedding, and a robust smart television; the property has only 40 rooms, making it a boutique experience. Housekeeping services include daily cleaning, ironing, and laundry, while guests can also request packed lunches and breakfast in the room.

Dining & Culinary

The on-site restaurant serves American, French, and Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on fresh, farm-to-table ingredients, under Executive Chef James Limon. All-inclusive pricing covers meals, snacks, and special dietary options such as vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan menus, as well as nightly dinner specials. Guests can also attend cooking classes and evening cooking demonstrations, and enjoy baked goods left out for mid-day snacks.

Activities & Entertainment

Guests have access to a variety of included activities such as canoeing, hydrobikes, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, and scenic boat cruises on Lake Austin. The resort offers daily fitness classes including yoga, aqua bootcamp, and restorative stretch, plus evening entertainment like live music, bingo, and the Wind Down and Wine Cruise. For those wanting to explore, the Luxe Water Taxi service connects guests to downtown Austin's arts and dining scene.

Location & Surroundings

Austin Lake Resort is located directly on Lake Austin, 33 km from the University of Texas at Austin and 48 km from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The property sits in the Texas Hill Country, offering access to scenic hiking trails and water sports right on site. The hotel provides free private parking and a free shuttle service for guests who want to visit nearby attractions like downtown Austin.

• Award: Condé Nast Traveler #1 Destination Spa in the U.S. 2024
• All-Inclusive: Meals, activities, gratuities included
• Wellness: Water-based therapies & myofascial release
• Dining: Farm-to-table cuisine by Executive Chef James Limon
• Activities: Scenic boat cruises, hydrobikes, live music
• Rooms: Private garden patios & lake-view cottages
• Transportation: Water taxi to downtown Austin