Summary
Introduction to Lake Austin Spa Resort
1705 S Quinlan Park Rd, Austin, TX 78732, USA
Phone: +1 512-372-7300
Set on 19 acres about a half hour northwest of Austin, this welcoming destination spa offers delicious dining, enriching programs, and an expansive spa facility. Those traveling solo will find it easy to connect with others here. The demographic primarily includes friendly Texas ladies with a penchant for relaxation. You can expect a courteous and enthusiastic response, as the staff is dedicated to exceptional service.
The LakeHouse Spa, an impressive yellow limestone structure perched on a hill, welcomes both day visitors and overnight guests. However, Lake Austin Spa Resort features a separate entrance exclusively for overnight visitors, providing them with access to the lake, a private pool located in an exquisite barn-style building, fitness studios, seminars, classes, as well as an exclusive dining experience.
Accommodations
With just 40 rooms positioned along a charming, arbor-lined walkway, each accommodation includes a quaint sun porch and is decorated in a fresh, modern style that appeals to a feminine aesthetic. Fourteen lake-view rooms boast elegant silk-trimmed canopies and soothing color schemes in taupe, teal, and sage. The luxury garden rooms are delightful for solo travelers and couples alike, featuring impressive 12-foot wooden ceilings.
Though the rooms are compact due to the resort’s unique history—originating in the 1940s as a modest retreat frequented by fishermen, nudists, and cowboys—they are cozy, inviting, and modernized. Prices for luxury garden rooms start around $2400 per person (double occupancy) for a three-night stay, inclusive of meals, fitness classes, and a variety of activities.
Activities and Recreation
Lake Austin Spa Resort capitalizes on its picturesque waterfront location with activities such as kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and pontoon boat tours. Moreover, guests can participate in yoga, dance, lectures, and garden tours among more than 20 daily activities. However, please note that waterfront activities are exclusively available for overnight guests. Food is a particular highlight; the resort offers cooking classes as an integral part of their programming. Executive Chef Stéphane Beaucamp combines French culinary techniques with local flavors to create healthy, delicious meals enjoyed in the intimate lakefront dining room.
The LakeHouse Spa
The splendid yellow limestone LakeHouse Spa, accessible for treatments to the public, features a clothing-optional outdoor garden, complete with a stone fountain and outdoor shower. Guests can also indulge in outdoor massages on a spacious screened porch, where a gentle breeze can provide a refreshing atmosphere.
With over 100 treatment options, the spa includes innovative services such as the Inner Strength Massage, designed to uplift those coping with personal trauma while restoring energy and confidence.
Additionally, the resort includes an acupuncturist who provides treatments for stubborn knots, with or without needles. The Tour of Asia provides a personalized experience, utilizing acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and tapping techniques.
An engaging event series titled “Aster After Dark,” offers access to the spa for Austinites at least once a month, allowing the public to experience special dinners, culinary programming, and visits from renowned chefs, sommeliers, and other notable figures.
Transportation to the spa has been made easier with a fun water taxi service that can pick you up from designated locations— including Oyster Landing and the Pennybacker Bridge or from your waterfront residence if applicable. However, it’s worth noting that hiking options nearby are limited, as development has led to trail closures, necessitating a short drive to reach greenways. Nevertheless, many top-tier spas do not boast such an appealing waterfront setting.
