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Austin, in the heart of central Texas, is a place apart. Incredibly good live music, even better barbecue, art everywhere you turn—there’s so much to do in this vibrant city that it can get overwhelming. Choose a relaxing resort and create an oasis for yourself during your stay in Austin, and have the best of all worlds on your vacation.
Here are the best resorts in Austin:
Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa
This luxurious resort recently underwent a massive renovation, and relaunched in May 2019. Omni Barton Creek has four golf courses on the property, seven restaurants and cafes, and four pools. The Mokara Spa has a rooftop lounge and an adults-only pool, and the wellness center offers yoga and fitness classes.
Miraval Austin
Miraval is a resort that puts wellbeing first, incorporating mindfulness, health and relaxation in a luxurious combination. Activities include beekeeping workshops, horseback riding, hiking and a challenge course—but if you’re looking for something more relaxing, the hotel also offers Ayurvedic treatments, full moon rituals, yoga classes under the stars and energy work at the spa.
Four Seasons Austin
Unlike other resorts that are farther away from the city center, the Four Seasons Austin is very close to the business and entertainment districts, but still creates a serene feeling with its expansive views of Lady Bird Lake. The hotel has two restaurants: Ciclo offers modern Texan cuisine, and Live Oak serves a Guadalajara-inspired menu. The spa offers daycation packages, and has eucalyptus steam rooms and a Himalayan salt wall.
Lone Star Court
This “retro ranch,” as it describes itself, is full of mid-century decor and luxury amenities, like rain showers and premium linens. Lone Star Court is a laid-back blend of pet-friendly resort and boutique hotel, which offers glamping experiences where you can sit around a fire drinking cowboy cocktails. There is also live music on the weekends, Friday night outdoor movies and lawn games throughout the property round out the entertainment options.
LINE Austin
In a redesigned 1965 building that once housed a jazz club, the LINE is a piece of Austin history that feels modern and timeless at the same time. Pop-up art exhibits, Texas storytelling evenings and Sunday Soul Review (when a DJ spins Motown songs poolside) add to the hotel’s entertaining and high energy vibe. There are four restaurants, cocktail bars and coffee shops—their fine dining restaurant has panoramic views of the city. The view from the hotel’s saltwater infinity pool blends seamlessly into Lady Bird Lake, and there are day passes available to enjoy it if you can’t stay the night.