hotel with pool in Lakeway, TX

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Lakeway (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a commercial area lined with retail shops and fast food restaurants, this relaxed hotel is 4 miles from the shores of Lake Travis, 11 miles from Austin Zoo and 19 miles from I-35.Relaxed rooms with bold artwork provide flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Some add sofabeds.Amenities include an outdoor pool, a gym and a business center. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms
  • 13 min drive to Mansfield Dam Park
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a 24-hr front desk
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned “dogs” 10 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a fitness center

Feedback From Real Customers

Colin Bosler

We stayed here for 3 nights and enjoyed ourselves The hotel has been upgraded (or well maintained) and is clean with a pleasing odor in the lobby and our room The breakfast is excellent!! Lots of great choices

The staff at the front desk are pleasant and helpful The best aspect of this hotel is the location as you are within walking distance of many great eateries and specialized businesses! Very convenient for early morning and late afternoon treats

Allison Davis

The hotel is beautiful and the staff were some of the nicest I’ve encountered It is centrally located, with many restaurants and a grocery store/gas station within walking distance if needed The one and biggest drawback to this hotel is likely based on how it was built

It is the NOISIEST hotel I have stayed at in a long time You hear every footstep of your upstairs neighbors and anyone walking in the hallways It was worse than any apartment I’ve ever lived in I was very surprised by that since its a newer hotel So if you are noise sensitive, it may be an issue for you Otherwise, we really enjoyed our stay and the beautiful area!

Jillian Carter

Dishonest employee(s) working there…First I’ll say, Our stay was fine (though none of the doors on any of the 3 rooms we had rented for one night would close completely, leaving an unsettling feeling when you leave that anyone could push the door open and enter the room)… but the room itself was fairly nice Hotel located in nice area Front desk guy was nice

BUT WE HAVE A HUGE PROBLEM: The day after checking out, my husband realized he left his small toiletry bag inside the hotel room We called the hotel as soon as he realized it, and after many hours we were contacted back letting us know they did find it This bag has a very special gift inside of it, which was a brand new bottle of Tom Ford cologne ($300+), along with other toiletry items… we asked them if they could hold it for us until we could return to that town We live two hours away, and it is not easy for us to make a four hour round trip with our baby, so we had to wait for a day when we had a babysitter They never told us that they would only hold the bag for 30 days If they had told us that, we would’ve made every effort to get there within that time and retrieve are very expensive bottle of cologne Today (about 7 weeks After we left the bag there, we finally got a day off work and with a babysitter, allowing us to drive there to collect our belongings) I called and spoke with the hotel manager and let her know we were on the way to get it, I just wanted to make sure they have it ready She could not find it and nobody else could either I let her know that means someone who works there must have taken it, which she swears to me she knows they didn’t She even insinuated I needed to ask my husband if he secretly drove four hours round-trip to go retrieve it and just didn’t tell me about it, as if I wouldn’t know whether or not he went and did that Why would we have any reason to lie about this? She seems to believe that all of her employees would never do such a thing, and that the customer is wrong in this case She then said that after 30 days they are not responsible for what happens to stuff Nobody told us we only have 30 days, and I asked her what happens after 30 days, did the people just take the stuff home? She had no answer other than to tell me she knows for a fact that nobody that works for her would have taken itWe highly regret staying at this hotel and renting three rooms for that night We will now never stay here again each year as we attend an annual event in that town I will also be sure to let all of my friends and family know not to stay there anymore when they are in Beacave Family members are who recommended the hotel to me in the first place, but I assure you not of us will stay there ever again- And I’m warning you to not make the same mistake we did Make sure that your hotel room door shuts all the way, and be sure you don’t accidentally forget something in your room because they will probably steal it from you and then lie about it later

2. Sonesta Bee Cave Austin Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Offering views of Texas Hill Country, this chic, modern hotel is a 7-minute walk from shops and restaurants at the Hill Country Galleria, and 11 miles from Lake Travis.Streamlined rooms provide free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add living rooms. Room service is available.Indoor parking is complimentary. There’s a polished rooftop bar serving tapas, and offering open-air dining on a terrace with countryside views. Other amenities include a fitness room, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour business center, plus a colorful lobby lounge and 10,000 sq ft of event space. Pets are welcome for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean, large rooms and the beds
  • 13 min drive to the Austin Zoo
  • Guests praised the professional, friendly service
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 19 times
  • Guests praised the countryside views
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests praised the nightlife

Feedback From Real Customers

BRIAN HICKS SR

The hotel appears to be well kept, based on the two rooms we have seen We requested a move to another room only because it overlooked the meeting spaces and the air conditioning units We were moved to a room with better views from one corner of the hotel

The desk staff was very accommodating even with low availability Love the free underground parking, especially when the temperatures were soring above 100 F

David Schultz

Hotel is really nice, pleasant Bed was a bit too firm for our liking, but it’s impossible for a hotel to please everyone in this regard We were not impressed with the lounge on the top floor, it wasn’t all that busy but we were ignored for quite awhile before we decided to just walk over to one of the restaurants at the retail facility next door

3. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Park Austin (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Route 45, this informal hotel in a mixed residential and business area is a mile from a shopping plaza, 4 miles from hiking and fishing at Brushy Creek Lake Park, and 7 miles from sports and events at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park.Relaxed rooms come with flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add microwaves, as well as drinks and snacks. There’s also room service.Amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a gym, plus a casual restaurant/bar, a colorful lobby lounge and a patio. There’s also a 24-hour convenience store. A hot breakfast buffet is available, as is parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • 8 min drive to the Austin Aquarium
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Jessica Zabilski

This hotel was fabulous! Plenty of parking, and the room was very clean and modern and included fluffy nice towels and little toiletries Had everything my daughter and i needed for her gymnastics event in the area We where greeted with very friendly staff when we arrived

The lobby, hallways and common areas where all very well kept We did jump in the pool and enjoyed it We also did eat the breakfast buffet, they do charge extra for the breakfast which we though came with the room but we paid it and where satisfied The server even went above and beyond and brought my daughter a bowl of strawberries because the buffet fruit bowl had run out and that’s all she was wanting Location was also nice, it’s close to enough fast food places to grab and go when running to the event and back We would definitely stay there again

Eden Rule

Rooms are typical for a hotel, the only staff member we experienced was nice They add odd amounts for deposits and incidentals so keep a close eye on your bill and charges I experienced this as well as others ahead of me in line discussing it at check in/check out

The worst part is it is very loud outside being as it is right off the freeway I’m usually not bothered by noise but between the loud cars driving by all night and the a/c system turning on and off every 10-15 minutes, this was a terrible place to stay if you want uninterrupted sleep Hope you are a heavy, heavy sleeper Sounded like a drag race going on as cars revved and sped past all night Had the a/c set as low as it would go because the room was very stuffy feeling, and I guess they have a timer set or the system is guarded because it would not stay on I’ve never had this happen Between the noise of the system shutting on and off and then the temperature getting stuffy, cool, stuffy, cool all night, I couldn’t sleep Overpriced to start with and then difficult to get any sleep made it worse Oh, and don’t even get me started on the sorry excuse for pillows Don’t waste your money here if you need to sleep and have an early morning or long drive the next day

Kerry Coleman

Shared management with the Marriott next door (huge conflict of interest)Been staying here for 3~ years now, same account same company card, no issuesManager needs more training himself, as well as better training the staff at the Marriott next doorThe guy at the front desk here was great, was on the ball “ya no worry just need to verify it now, but my manager has to do it”

Manager says no because I got upset when given the CONFIRMED WRONG info next doorWent to a different location, had no trouble getting verified and checked in, 3 years down the drain due to bad management

4. Hyatt Place Austin / Lake Travis / Four Points (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area with multiple casual restaurants and shops, this understated hotel is 2 miles from the shores of Lake Travis, 7 miles from Highway 183 and 14 miles from the Texas Capitol.Featuring sofabeds, the relaxed rooms provide flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi, plus coffeemakers.Amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center and a lobby bar. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • 4 min drive to Oasis Restaurant
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Kionne Feaster

Clean rooms, comfortable beds, and GREAT location near the Oasis, lake, and Vintage Villas (where our event was held) Food trucks and a gas station are directly across the street A CVS next door and grocery store in front

Excellent service from the staff and tasty, tipsy drinks at the bar Ms Jean was extremely kind, helpful, and full of life; she made great drinks too! We enjoyed our stay A few others in our wedding party stayed at a different hotel and had an awful experience We Highly recommend the Hyatt No problems with excellent service and location

Maedilein

We stayed here for one night, saving us a drive for a nearby medical procedure the next day This hotel is clean and located well Loads of restaurants with 5-10 minutes

The only thing we didn’t like were the beds The pillows just get flat after a while, and the bed in our room seemed so hard Neither one of us got a good night’s sleep That said, if I stay here again, I’m bringing my own pillows from home The breakfast was scrambled eggs, sausage links, breakfast potatoes, and french toast sticks, along with the other usual items like cereal and toast The cafe lattes are fabulous

5. Courtyard by Marriott Austin Northwest/Lakeline (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Among shops and restaurants off US-183, this relaxed hotel is 2 miles from Austin Aquarium and 18 miles from Downtown Austin.Understated rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges and microwaves, as well as tea and coffeemaking equipment. Upgraded rooms have pull-out sofas. Suites provide separate living rooms.Parking is complimentary. Other amenities include a casual bistro-style restaurant, an indoor pool and a fitness room.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the beds
  • 4 min drive to the Austin Aquarium
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines and treadmills
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Thomas Immenschuh

In my opinion there are a couple things a hotel/motel must have, hot water on demand and the Golf Channel This Courtyard is pretty and modern, and the staff was nice, service was good, but the hot water never gets hot and many of the channels don’t work, including the golf channel Fix these problems and I’d give it a higher rating

In addition still no maid service it’s time to put this behind us and bring full service back

Mike

Great people that work hereThe bartender Casey always has impeccable customer serviceFront desk is extremely helpful and kindI have a great view from my room of the city at night

This is definitely somewhere ill be recommending to all folks in the areaA++

6. Lakeway Resort & Spa (4-star hotel)

  • Address: 101 Lakeway Dr, Lakeway, TX 78734
  • Phone: (512) 261-6600
  • Ratings: 4.6 (3777 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Lakeway Resort & Spa
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Contemporary lakeside accommodations, plus 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa & a restaurant.

About this hotel

This modern resort complex overlooking Lake Travis is 4 miles from Lakeway City Park and 19 miles from Lake Austin.Stylish, contemporary rooms have lounge chairs and work desks, plus flat-screen TVs and lake or hill views. Some have sleeper sofas, dining tables and balconies. Suites have additional living areas and furnished balconies. Condos have full kitchens, living and dining areas, and laundry rooms.A resort fee covers Wi-Fi, parking and 24-hour gym access. There’s also a full-service spa and a restaurant with lake views, plus 3 outdoor pools and a hot tub.

Things You Need to Know

  • 17 min drive to the Mansfield Dam
  • Guests praised the large rooms but some thought they were unclean
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “s’mores” 13 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Maria Martinez

We had a wonderful stay! We were celebrating my daughters graduation with a Mother, Daughter weekend It was so special! The hotel, the grounds, the room, the pool, the food; everything was perfect! The staff were awesome Elvis was so friendly and remembered us our entire trip

He was so kind and truly loved his job! It was an amazing, relaxing and memorable trip! We can’t wait to come back

Katie Hernandez

This place was amazing The service was incredible It was so relaxing, ELVIS was amazing!! He makes you feel like you are staying at a 5star resort, he’s so personable! We would gladly return for a girls getaway! I was having the worst month, personally going through a lot

And I came here and was able to finally breathe again and enjoy myself I will gladly return here again

Mark Amdahl

Our stay here was during off season, so the restaurant was relatively quiet, but they made us comfortable and let us sit outdoor on the deck where we could enjoy the gorgeous view of the sunset on the water Amazing! The food was delicious and my steak was cooked perfectly But the real highlight was the incredible service and attention we received

The manager Bai (not sure if I am spelling that correctly) was gracious,helpful, and attentive Our server Armand was so warm, personal and kind They really made the atmosphere and the experience quite special

7. Aloft Austin Northwest (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 14020 US-183 Hwy, Austin, TX 78717
  • Phone: (512) 219-0267
  • Ratings: 4.3 (961 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Aloft Austin Northwest
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Bright rooms in a colorful property with a heated indoor pool, a hip bar & a fitness room.

About this hotel

A 12-minute walk from Lakeline Mall, this modern hotel is 2 miles from the Austin Aquarium, and 7 miles from the Texas Museum of Science and Technology.Brightly decorated rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, along with minifridges and coffeemakers.Parking is complimentary. Amenities include a 24/7 mini-market, a heated indoor pool and meeting space. There’s also a trendy bar and lounge, as well as a furnished terrace and a fitness room.

Things You Need to Know

  • 4 min drive to the Austin Aquarium
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes but others praised the beds
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 45 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Luis Pena

Make sure to use ʜoᴛᴇʟʙᴏʟʟʏᴄᴏm when booking your hotel This web site will compare countless booking websites and typically will have rooms much cheaper than others! You’re welcome :)! This resort is the best rated in this area

I’ve been coming here for a long time If you stay for a few days you definitely will love it I’m sure!Our experience at Aloft Austin NW was a solid okay, decent, good, nice, enjoyable one! There’s not very much I can say negatively about the entire experience However, if the hot tub/pool is one of your prerequisites, don’t make my mistake and assume that they’ll be available During our 4 nights stay both the pool and hot tub were off limits, not for a good reason either; even though the pool and hot tub were in working order, all were denied access to the area because the lock on the door was broken(an easy fix that was obviously not a high priority) tough luck, s happens life goes onThe positives were a clean room and a quiet room The room service were super friendly and welcoming The reason I’m giving 5/5 and not 4/5 is because they refunded us an entire night due to the above mentioned discrepancyBe aware, if you’re expecting a luxurious experience this place might not be for you bit for the price we paid, the services were well up to expectations

Kimberly Cockrell

We really enjoyed our stay When we checked in Regina was extremely helpful I was traveling with my daughter and had been assigned a room right next to the bar

She was kindly gave us a quieter room Later she helped by giving us water and a forgotten toothbrushThe room was modern and comfortable I would highly recommend

Alyse Z

The location was good, near a lot of shopping I gave this a 3 star because for starters the hot tub was closed The pool is advertised as “heated” but it felt cold or at least my perception of heated was incorrect

The room was nice, kind of small, facing the interstate No noise, but when we got there the cable was not connected for some reason Then the bathroom door was hard to close/open I believe it was a handicap room so this would be def hard for someone who is handicapped to open and closeI tried to order some food from the app but was told it was not connected to the kitchen I didn’t know until I waited almost an hour and no service So I chatted down and was told we would have to order at the front deskThe mobile key didn’t seem to work for the pool I didn’t try for the fitness areaThe staff was nice, no complaints there, the main area was niceFor some reason on Saturday night there were a lot of kids roaming around They were running the hallways Not the hotel’s fault but still it did add to my experience thereI would probably come back again

8. Mountain Star Hotel (2-star hotel)

  • Address: 3573 Ranch Rd 620 S, Austin, TX 78738
  • Phone: (512) 263-2010
  • Ratings: 4.1 (257 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Mountain Star Hotel
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 11:00 AM
  • Quick Summary: Simple quarters featuring handmade furniture & balconies, plus free Wi-Fi & continental breakfast.

About this hotel

Overlooking Balcones Canyon Nature Preserve, this low-rise budget property is 8.5 miles from Lake Travis and 17 miles from downtown Austin.The simple rooms, with handmade furniture feature free Wi-Fi, cable TV, minifridges and coffeemakers, plus private balconies or decks. Suites add separate living spaces, kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs. There’s also a 3-bedroom house with a full kitchen and a deck.Amenities include free continental breakfast and an outdoor pool.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large
  • 16 min drive to the Austin Zoo
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests mentioned beds 17 times
  • Guests liked the balconies, mentioned 15 times in reviews
  • Guests praised the views
  • Guests liked the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Cynthia Reilly

I loved the view The room wasn’t bad at all The bed on the other hand was very lumpy and uncomfortable

I woke up with back pain Otherwise the view is nice and the patio view is impeccable They had a two bed room available for $100 cash It was worth the view and the complimentary breakfast in the morning Had a small microwave and refrigerator in the room The curtains were nice, kept the room dark and has a beautiful decorative beach like picture Overall I’d definitely go back Maybe next time get a king bed Thank you

Mandi Wood

I booked on booking mcom After I booked they called me to confirm we told them we wouldn’t be there till late (1am) they told us we couldn’t check in after 11 an canceled our room and kept our money!!! Completely unfair!!!! And I Contacted Booking

com and they sent an email to this hotel to try to get our money back and they wouldn’t do it

Michael and Kimberly

The room was good But there are a few issuesFirstly, breakfast for the rate is just pathetic

A doggy bag containing a muffin and a granola bar The weekend was better but even then it’s bear minimum Considering how much we paid that was just sad; this is no $60 a night hotel roomAlso the on site cleaning The rooms are great… 10/10 The pool however in the time we stayed was never checked and there was empty bottles and food wrappers in the corners of the pool area all weekWhen I checked out there was someone there, clearly not the manager who just snapped the cards out of my hand and said bye No hospitality Honest it is probably a good thing because if she would have asked how my stay was, I probably would have asked for a partial refundIf this was a one night stop (which does seem the case for most) then this place will do If I would have known about certain factors before I would have just gone to the Hampton up the roadThis place has potential, but seriously needs hospitality and management training

9. Sleep Inn & Suites (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Highway 290, this casual hotel is a 4-minute walk from The Terrace Club event venue, 5 miles from Dripping Springs Ranch Park and 14 miles from Wimberley Valley Winery.Warm rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus coffeemakers, microwaves, minifridges, and desks with ergonomic chairs. Some rooms have pull-out sofas. Suites add separate dining/living areas; some have whirlpool tubs.Free perks include a hot breakfast buffet and parking. There’s also an indoor pool and an exercise room.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have kitchenettes
  • 11 min walk to Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a 24-hr front desk
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a fitness center
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Sharon Storey

Great hotel The staff is incredibly friendly! I had made an error on my reservations I called, and the young man on duty on the afternoon of Friday 2/18/22 called other guests checking in to reassign rooms so we would not have to change rooms during our stay! Wow – that was so appreciated! Rooms are immaculate and the indoor saltwater pool is great! Nice free hot breakfast & pet friendly

Hotel close to the wineries and distilleries We had a blast in Dripping Springs and this hotel is the place to stay! Kudos to all the employees who make their guests’ stays so enjoyable

IBx27

Excellent customer care!We stayed one night for a wedding that started at 3pm We arrived slightly early and had requested to move to a different room for road noise, still before the check-in time, and were accommodated When we returned from the wedding to find a plastic baggie containing my toothbrush and toothpaste that I had forgotten in the first room! Housekeeping staff went above and beyond to rescue that for me when it could have very easily been cleaned out and written off, and we are extremely grateful for that

Beyond that, the breakfast was fantastic with a great variety of choices, and no acid reflux for me!

Eric Enlow

We had a room block with the Sleep Inn & Suites for our wedding at Camp Lucy this past April and it was such a solid decision! Kirtan was so nice to work with He made it so easy for us to book and answered questions about transportation and welcome bags so quickly! I felt like they went out of their way to accommodate our requests He even checked out our wedding website so that our description was clear for our out of town guests! I really appreciated everything they did

Room blocks can be stressful and they took all the stress away from us Our guests had such a positive experience and were so pleased to be close to our venue and have a shuttle to access our event!

10. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Austin West/Lakeway (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Less than a mile from Baylor Scott and White Medical Center, this informal all-suite hotel is 3 miles from State Highway 71 and 7 miles from Lake Travis.Down-to-earth suites provide Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. All have living areas with pull-out beds.There’s an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. A casual, airy lobby lounge features floor-to-ceiling windows. Parking and breakfast are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • 17 min drive to Oasis Restaurant
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a fitness center
  • The fitness center has weight machines and free weights
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Ruby Sprott

My Husband and I have stayed here several times The rooms are always very clean! However, it’s pretty much always noisy, especially at night with people coming and going at all hours I requested several items through the app, and never received them

The amenities are well maintained and pretty quite! The lounge is nice and clean, as well as comfy

Emily Laney

Fantastic 3-night stay in this Springhill suites Lakeway location Manager David was especially helpful Rooms were ultra quiet, very clean, and spacious with West Elm furniture

Good parking and safe location within 30 min of Austin Bonus that they greatly improved the hot breakfast since a previous stay here This hotel is well managed and well maintained 12/10 stars!

Hannah Mac

THIS IS A WARNING FOR ALL WOMEN The room was nice, clean However, there was a night shift employee who brought it upon himself to come up to mine & my sister’s room, after we had left the pool, and use the master key to invite himself in to our room unannounced

No knock, no call on the phone My sister had just gotten out of the shower and I was about to get in Luckily we had the door stopper on the door otherwise he would have fully entered When asked what he was doing, he claimed there was an emergency alert going off My sister and I had not hit any sort of button, and we asked the front desk if there was even an emergency button to hit and they said no We were highly confused by this encounter, as well as fully creeped out We will not be staying at this hotel again, and I hope this does not happen to any other women staying at this hotel & traveling alone either

11. Lake Austin Spa Resort (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set on Lake Austin on the Colorado River, this upscale, all-inclusive resort is 23 miles from downtown Austin and 16 miles from Emma Long Metropolitan Park.The plush rooms have garden or lake views, private porches with lounge chairs, minifridges, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks & free Wi-Fi. Some rooms and suites add private gardens, whirlpool baths, outdoor hot tubs, fireplaces & antique furnishings.All meals are included. Amenities include a posh restaurant, indoor and outdoor pools, and a spa with outdoor treatment areas. There are also yoga and dance classes, as well as personal fitness instruction.

Things You Need to Know

  • 14 min drive to Oasis Restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “Massage” 19 times
  • The hotel has a boutique store
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Amy Justis

I had an awesome experience at the Lake Austin Spa Resort this week The staff was fantastic – they were welcoming, friendly and willing to make great suggestions on everything from meals to spa treatments Everyone was super – the front desk staff, the food and beverage team, the spa staff, the activities team and the maintenance staff all went above and beyond

Keith Nelson, the resort manager, was particularly greatThe resort is casual, which I love, yet the food and services were top notch They are making noted upgrades and I expect it will be even better on my next visit I highly recommend!

Family GMAIL

Steam shower has tons of mold Swimming pool has algae and needs to be scrubbedThe massage didn’t last the entire time; it was cut by 8 minutes

If you go, ask for a timer or set one on your phoneThe staff is very friendly and welcoming They are trying to make the best of the situation The massage was goodFood and drink are ok A few drinks and we felt nothing and we normally don’t drink so we expected to at least have a buzzThe price…2 massages, lunch for one, and a few cocktails $800 This price includes 23% service/gratuity on everything $35 per person to use the showers and poolThis place needs a full renovation to even justify the price and hype

Kimberly Ketchersid

This was my second and final time using this spa Y’all there are so many better options in Austin; don’t be fooled !The good – my massage was wonderfulThe BAD -Total lack of professionalism by the spa attendants

No tour, no offer of water , nothing! I brought my mom as a guest and we received zero help whatsoever- the facilities – the hot tub was dirty with mold around the steps, the sauna was out of service and the steam room had one flickering light ( out of 3 total, 2 were dead)- the FINALE- undisclosed service charge We even specifically asked if it was included and I was told NO I added gratuity on top of the service charge Called twice to get clarity, even then they refused to disclose what the 23% was used for Until I refused and pressed for how much went to my therapist ( as she deserved it ) But there was no way I ate over $200 worth of trailMix and the amenities were not maintained!Never again

12. Hotel Granduca Austin (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

Inspired by a 16th-century Italian palace, this refined hotel is 8 miles from both the Blanton Museum of Art and the Bullock Texas State History Museum.Ranging from rooms to 1- and 2-bedroom suites, the unfussy quarters with elegant furnishings offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, plus sitting areas, and tea and coffeemakers. Some have balconies, dining areas, kitchenettes and/or pull-out sofas.Amenities include a formal restaurant/bar, an outdoor pool and a pool bar. There’s also a terrace, a gym, and meeting and event space. Breakfast is available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large rooms, which have refrigerators
  • 8 min drive to the Barton Creek Greenbelt
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • Guests praised the views
  • Guests liked the fitness center
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Amrita Ami

The location of this lovely hotel is breathtaking Green, rolling hills make this a delight for anyone who wants to be away from the busy downtown area The drive up makes you feel like you’re not in Texas

The staff friendly and welcoming The rooms were spacious, clean and offered what we needed The showers are awesomely spacious The robes and a welcoming bottle of wine in the room, were a nice touchThe biggest downside, toilet room has no doors, so absolutely no privacy

Matt

Was in Austin for surgery Stayed here and considering the circumstances, my wife and I really enjoyed our stay Parked in the Apple lot without issue, the valet folks were very friendly, the lobby smells amazing, the people at the front desk were kind, the bar and restaurant were fantastic, the room was large with a wonderful view, and it was very clean

The food was so good though Highly recommend the margarita pizza and the vodka pasta The pizza was one of the most delicious I’ve had to be honestAnything we needed was promptly delivered to our roomWould definitely stay again, and actually have some fun when I’m not so sore from surgery

Ed Wu

First off, Hotel Granduca is a very picturesque place It’s a great location if you’re looking for something quiet or romantic The breakfast is also great

So why the 2 star rating? Well, at night after my wife and our two daughters finished taking a shower, they began looking for a hair dryer but couldn’t find one I thought surely they weren’t looking carefully, but sure enough, there was no hairdryer I called the front desk and told them there was no hair dryer The lady said that housekeeping provides the hair dryers Just to be clear, I asked if that meant there usually aren’t hairdryers in the room, and she responded by saying that’s correct I thought this was weird, but brushed it off as maybe some sort of new hotel trend I then asked if we could get one from housekeeping, but she said that they were off for the night and only they had access to the hairdryers I could get one the next day if I wanted Well, that didn’t sit well with my wife and two girls who all have long hair They basically had to dry their hair as best they could with a towel and went to sleep with damp hair Not fun The next day when we checked out, I asked the lady at the front desk about the hairdryer situation and she said that the hotel does indeed provide hairdryers in each room and that someone could have gotten us a hairdryer the night before Too bad that never happened Not sure if the lady I talked to at night was new, but I’m pretty sure it wasn’t a case of misunderstanding since I was pretty clear about what we needed It’s a shame that our stay at the hotel had to be ruined by such a trivial matterUpdate: They said they would reach out to me privately They never did Not that I expected them to, but if you say you’re going to do something, then you should do it

13. Best Western Cedar Inn (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

This laid-back hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Austin Steam Train Association and 4.5 miles from Brushy Creek Park.All of the relaxed rooms offer flat-screen TVs and desks, plus microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Most add sofas; some feature whirlpool tubs. Wi-Fi is available.A hot breakfast buffet and parking are free. Other amenities include a fitness center and an outdoor pool, as well as a guest computer, a business center and meeting rooms.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the beds
  • Guests praised the rooms, which have refrigerators
  • 2 min walk to the Austin Steam Train Association
  • Guests praised the service
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant
  • Guests praised the breakfast

Feedback From Real Customers

Nancy Kerensky

If I could give this hotel 10 stars, I would I do not usually post reviews, but it is necessary for this hotel The hotel is super clean, beds are comfortable and the rooms have everything you need

The breakfast is a nice variety of healthy, yummy choices and yes, the Texas shaped waffles are real and well worth the stay There are plenty of good restaurants near by, plenty of places to shopBut what is really awesome about this hotel is the staff I have traveled a lot in my life, for work and for leisure I have never stayed at a hotel where every single staffer, and I mean EVERYONE, is kind, hard working, and welcoming They go out of their way to make sure your stay is as good as it can beI can not say enough positive things about this hotel Make sure this is the hotel you choose if you are staying in the area I will not stay anywhere else Thank you to the staff for making my mom and me so comfortable and welcome

John Neiberger

The room was nice but smelled musty and I suspect it was previously a smoking room at dinner point It was clean and the air conditioning worked great The breakfast is not great, but you get what you pay for and it is free

The people who work there were friendly and helpful If you’re looking for a low cost place to stay with no frills, this should meet your needs

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Austin NW – Four Points, an IHG Hotel (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Overlooking a nature preserve, this modern hotel is across the road from Concordia University Texas, 3 miles from Lake Travis and 10 miles from ice hockey games at the Cedar Park Center.The warmly decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screens, microwaves and minifridges, as well as tea and coffeemakers. Suites add living areas with pull-out sofas. Some quarters have nature preserve views. Kids stay at no charge with an adult.Parking is complimentary, as is a breakfast buffet served in a casual dining room. There’s a convenience store. Other amenities include hot tubs, an outdoor pool and a gym. Guest laundry facilities are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • 8 min drive to Oasis Restaurant
  • Guests liked that this hotel is near restaurants and bars
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool and the hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Sherry Hankins

This is a family run Holiday Inn and the excellent quality of service reflects their hands on care in wanting to provide the best experience for their guests Every element of our stay provided a wonderful end of summer get away for us with our daughter and two grandsons From the service provided from check in with the front desk employee, Coy, to our check out was top notch

A wonderful breakfast buffet was offered each morning The covered pool is small but provided a wonderful break from the Texas heat The location is great in that you are removed from a lot of the Austin traffic and close to such lakeside dining venues as The Oasis and Vincent’s We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and so greatly appreciate the desire this franchise owner has to provide excellent accommodations

Tom Dement

This has been the worst hotel experience I have ever had The room that they gave us was on the bottom floor, and you could literally hear EVERYTHING People walking, drawers opening and closing, house keeping going around at 8am! I booked a stay here for 6 nights for business and personal reasons

After hardly sleeping the first night, I asked if they could move me to the top floor I was told no and that no one is booked into the room above me to stay that next night I gave it a try and could here everything, and again barely slept Then house keeping came into my room at 9am I asked to be moved again and the woman working in the evening accommodated my request (which was nice) This was my third night here Then I get a call at 9am Monday, while I am working saying that the “blue plastic” soap trays are missing from the room To be honest, I do not know if they were there when I got the room or not But to spend 700$ here and to be called and essentially accused of stealing cheap made in china soap trays (I know this because they are in my current room), is absolutely insane I am cutting my trip short and heading home The location is good but it is not worth the trouble, stay at the Hyatt down the road and thank yourself later

jason gallo

The rooms are quite large with a couch area and table area to eat along with a king bed Pillows are quality along with the linens Tub great size for bath and the shower head assembly in was impressed with

I probably stay in about 50 to 60 hotels a year for work purposes and travel so I see a lot this one was very well kept up I was really happy with the accommodations

15. Hampton Inn Austin/Oak Hill (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This modern hotel is 6 miles from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center and 7 miles from Zilker Park.All rooms include free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with HD channels, as well as microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers.Freebies include hot breakfast (served daily in a casual dining room), takeout breakfast bags and parking. There’s an exercise room and a seasonal, outdoor pool. Additional amenities include 3 meeting rooms and a 24/7 business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms
  • 7 min drive to the Broken Spoke
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned “cookies” 12 times
  • The hotel has a nightclub and a game room

Feedback From Real Customers

Kerry Constantin

Rooms were clean and comfortable That’s where the good ends I am a frequently traveler and only stay at Hilton Family properties where the service is always exceptional

My flight was delayed and I didn’t get to the hotel until 1 AM We couldn’t find anyone to check us in I had an electronic key that didn’t work Finally the young man showed up and I’m pretty sure he had just woken up Breakfast did not include anything hot You’re choices were cold cereal or pastries I asked the staff if they were going to prepare anything hot (it was 9 AM) and she said “not today” and turned around and walked away I cannot have gluten so no breakfast Not even coffee because they were out of cups and no we couldn’t find the woman again to get any This hotel will never see us again We’re a large group who travels to this area often and usual have at least 3 rooms a night Definitely won’t be here

courtney bell

Myself and three sons stayed for 3 days and 2 nights, the kids loved the mini fridge and the microwave The room was pretty clean and in order when we arrived There was a dog on our floor that barked a lot and exiting onto 290 was a nightmare, but the front desk attendant Jada was absolutely amazing

She was so friendly with my boys and when the light in the lamp went out in the middle of the night while I was studying she went to look for one then came in the middle of the night to change it for me She was just great and I really appreciated her Breakfast was great for me but the kids would appreciate more kid friendly food options Jada was awesome and mostly because of her we will be coming back in December for another wedding and have already booked rooms for my husband, myself, and our boys and baby niece

Lo

We stayed one night from Friday into Saturday and our room was very clean and modern We stayed on the second floor out of three and could hear footsteps above occasionally , but it wasn’t terrible Couldn’t hear traffic at all

The bed was a little firm, but not horribly so But the bedding! Honestly we couldn’t stop talking about how the pillows and duvet/were so soft and comfortable! Please share the secretwhere can we buy them?? As far as location, this was close to where we needed to be Our stay did come w/ free hot breakfast, but we chose to go to a restaurant, so I can’t comment on that, but it did smell good! Overall A+! We will definitely be back to this hotel in the future!

16. Lucky Arrow Retreat – Dripping Springs

About this hotel

Surrounded by countryside, this laid-back lodge is a 3-minute walk from Bell Springs Winery, 3 miles from Highway 290 and 8 miles from Pedernales Falls State Park.Accommodations range from cozy yurts with shared facilities to simply decorated cabins featuring porches, sofabeds and en suite bathrooms, in addition to microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. A modern 4-bedroom house with a kitchen is also available.Amenities include an outdoor pool, a picnic area and fire pits, as well as a kids’ play area. An event center offers a wraparound porch and a roof terrace. Pets are welcome (surcharge).

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the bathrooms
  • 5 min walk to Bell Springs Winery
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests mentioned “wineries” 16 times
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a hot tub
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Katia Cortina

We had our wedding at Lucky Arrow Retreat and it was fantasticIt started off rocky, and I have to say I was pretty nervous when I was being introduced to my 3rd venue contact, but we scored big with Amanda She was absolutely wonderful to work with! The whole staff is fantastic

Upon our arrival they had champagne waiting in our cabin It was very sweetI will also acknowledge that when wedding planning, it is ideal for a venue to offer as much as possible When I started wedding planning I wanted a venue with all-inclusive options, a built in rain plan, etc, But then we toured Lucky Arrow One look at the overlook and we were sold It’s gorgeous We also knew that after years of not seeing family and friends due to the pandemic, we wanted to extend the option to stay to our guests Everyone together, yet with privacy It was perfect We prioritized atmosphere and laid back vibes and Lucky Arrow 100% deliveredIn speaking with Jen, the GM, we found out there are a bunch of plans in the works for the property, including additional wedding perks So make sure to askWould love one of those perks to be discounts on anniversaries for those who have had their weddings there ;)As far as areas for improvements, I do think the property could use some more trash cans, particularly around the pool area In the rooms as well I was also very unclear on how to contact anyone if anything was needed (To be fair, I wasn’t receiving any text communication from Lucky Arrow, but I know other guests were)It will always hold a special place in our hearts and we love that we can go back and stay anytime

Skweet

The first impression was not the best I had secured a Yurt for the weekend celebrating a birthday I knew that visiting this facility there was an opportunity we may get booked same day as a private party which could affect the overall stay

This is something you are told when reserving a yurt or cabin Without going into any further detail the management here made everything right for us and made more than fair accommodations They have a cute pool space with cabanas At the center there is a small hangout spot where you can drink ( they provide drinks for a few hours) and there are charcoal grills with everything you need incase you wanted to cook your own food up Although the Yurts are fun, they do let in lots of noise and if its in your budget I recommend spending a little more for the cabin The trail around the area is great for a quick walk We spent a lot of time at multiple breweries and wineries very close to here There is a winery located next door too! Fun weekend getaway from the busy city

Christian deLarios

We went here for a wedding It sure is hot down there in the summer, but we loved the little cabins that were outfitted very tastefully, with a much more modern, minimalist flair than we expected No TVs in the rooms, but that’s to encourage you to interact with your friends and other guests that are there

We now want to plan a fall or winter getaway down there with some friends of ours

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