Weekend Getaways in Texas: Lakeway Resort and Spa

 

All rooms carry a sense of modern design and sleek functionality, with amenities to meet all needs including a honeymooning couple, a vacationing family, or a corporate traveler. From guest rooms and suites to condominiums, each space provides the perfect home away from home. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, refrigerators, microwaves, and large flat screen televisions. Some rooms include full kitchens, laundry rooms, dining areas, or furnished balconies.

Hill View Rooms allow for spectacular sunset views with floor-to-ceiling windows. The 350 square-foot rooms include queen beds. Lake View Rooms contain a large work desk, lounge chair, and a king or two queen beds. For those needing more space, the Executive King is ideal. Each room comes with a living room space, sleeper sofa, work area, and lounge chair.

On-site condos come equipped with full kitchens, dining space, living rooms, and furnished balconies, providing the perfect place to unwind. The Lyndon B. Johnson Suite has 968 square feet with floor-to-ceiling windows, private balcony, and a separate dining area. The Mansfield Suite is the most luxurious kind of accommodation at Lakeway, offering a 1,144-feet space.

Amenities include free Wi-Fi, coffee makers, kitchens, microwaves, patios/ balconies, premium cable, fireplaces, roll away beds, bathrobes, hair dryers, and lounge chairs. Additional features include ironing boards, laundry room, furnished balconies, large windows, large work desks and work spaces, living rooms, and dining rooms, depending on the reserved room.

 

Texas is known for great food, and the offerings at Lakeway Resort and Spa do not disappoint. Guests can have their breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the scenic Lake Travis. Travis Restaurant offers a taste of Southern cuisine to please any palate, from the Extra Napkin Burger to the Texas favorite, the Filet Mignon. The restaurant can accommodate special dietary needs on request. Along with a sensory menu, the on-site chef can create vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free meals, and items are marked as such on the menu.

The rustic atmosphere of Travis Restaurant is accessorized by the display of artwork of local artist David Mills. Called the Prairie Project, this is a collection of oil paintings echoing the grandeur of the Texas landscape.

 

Huge patio dining areas, retractable roof panels, large banquet rooms, and live entertainment are just some of the things that would entice guests to visit Oasis, one of the premier entertainment spots of Austin Texas. Oasis offers a delectable menu of Tex-Mex flavors, such as guacamole starters, ribs, burgers, and delectable seafood, paired with a draft beer, and spectacular views. This is the perfect place to meet up with old friends. The multilevel terrace overlooks Lake Travis and is carved out of the landscape itself.

Austin has a significant brewery scene which guests can explore. Tours offer visits to historic locations, small batch samplings, and special events can be arranged to take in a little bit of everything that the Austin scene has to offer. The Jester King Brewery offers free tours, a tasting room featuring wild ales, and a special fermentation process. Solid Rock Brewing contains a Tap Room, live music, food trailers, featuring stouts, and ales, which makes this one of the most sought after locations. With another unique production system, the Infamous Brewing Company features seasonal beers along with daily favorites. Austin, Texas has a reputation for being at the cutting edge of trends and entertainment with a vibrant and exciting scene.

 

The Spa at Lakeway is the perfect addition to a guest's stay, offering a large variety of pampering packages. Ranging from the quick pick me up Classic Massage to the four and a half hour Lakeway Signature Journey, guests can choose from multiple options. Services include aromatherapy, hot stone massage, couples massage, and the Mother Massage designated for expectant mothers through postpartum.

Guests can indulge in body treatments such as the rejuvenating Texas Ruby Red, using invigorating grapefruit, or the Green Clay detoxifying wrap. Guests can also add facials, manicures and pedicures to their package or enjoy them as part of the a la carte service.

The spa area features separate men and women's spaces, a private terrace, dry saunas, and nine treatment rooms. Treatments include luxurious robes, candles, and brand name products.

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The Kid Zone is the perfect place to send the younger ones to let off some steam. With a full range of activities and opportunities to make friends, the Kid Zone has something for kids of all ages. There is a ping pong table, pool tables, air hockey, pinball, and bounce houses. The three outdoor pools provide a choice between relaxed swimming, water slides, and activities.

Events include book readings, and sports sign up. Children ages 2 to 18 are welcome at the Kid Zone and must be signed in upon entrance by a parent or legal guardian.

 

Lakeway Resort and Spa is one of the most sought-after destinations for wedding venues. Overlooking Lake Travis, this locale provides a stunning backdrop for the most memorable day of a person's life. The resort can accommodate between 100-125 guests for the outdoor sites, while the Vistas Ballroom allows seating for 300 guests.

With an approved Request for Proposal, the couple can work with the on-site wedding and catering manager to put together the perfect package. Arriving wedding guests are given special pricing as arranged with the package agreement. Room blocks are available with a two to three-night minimum, depending on season and availability. Also available are the Bride and Groom Ready Rooms, vendor or band green room, ceremony set up, guest book, cakes, chair covers, linen overlays, dance floor, and staging. Spa services can be added for the wedding couple, party, and guests depending on package agreement.

Other services available include the custom packages suited for bridal showers, girl's night out, bachelor parties, or a spa day for the bridesmaids. Ceremony rehearsal is included with the wedding packages, along with complimentary menu tastings for up to four guests. Specialty and ethnic wedding packages are also available.

 

Lakeway Resort has a selection of services for corporate travelers and a variety of business functions. With 24.000 square feet of space and professional catering and event planning services, this is a premier location for team building, executive functions, and networking activities. Services include concierge availability, audiovisual equipment, an available business center, free Wi-Fi, team building activities, and marina and boat rentals.

The variety of offerings for team building activities are plentiful at Lakeway Resort and Spa. The main attraction is sailing on the Regatta. Groups can feel inspired with the wind in their hair while learning to work together on the lake. Taking tactical positions vital to running the boat, facilitators and coordinators accompany each regatta for consistency and training. This activity allows up to fourteen participants with a charge of $125 per person, with some additional fees for custom regattas.

A variety of courses exist within a short distance of Lakeway Resort for the casual and avid golfer alike. As one of the most popular locations for golfers, Austin has a little bit of something for everyone. The Flintrock Falls Country Club offers lovely rolling greens, a full 18-hole course, lessons, a dining area, and a driving range.

Falconhead Golf Club offers a full course, driving range and bar and grill for a more relaxed atmosphere. Lakeway Country Club offers visitors the choice between the unique Yaupon Golf course and the Live Oak Golf Course. Both courses are available for corporate events, have a practice green, and lessons available.

101 Lakeway Dr, Austin, TX 78734, Phone: 512-261-6600

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