Lakeway, TX

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Lakeway featuring a small town or village
Enjoy a day of fun on the water in this small suburb of Austin located on Lake Travis and the Colorado River.

Lakeway offers a completely different Texas experience from its busy neighbor Austin. Lakeway is located on the shore of the Colorado River. Take advantage of all of the scenic outdoor possibilities it offers, from fishing to boating to tubing.

Begin your explorations of the Colorado River at Lakeway Marina. Choose from a full range of equipment to rent, from motorboats to paddle boards. Go waterskiing or Jet Skiing. Have fun in the sun on a party boat.

Enjoy Lake Travis and all its recreational possibilities. The reservoir, which was built into the Colorado River in 1942, stretches nearly 64 miles (103 kilometers) long. Go fishing and see if you can catch the largemouth bass, catfish and sunfish that are in abundance in Lake Travis. Dive in for a refreshing swim Lake Travis is renowned for its crystal clear water.

Check out the many parks located around Lake Travis. Use the boat launch at Mansfield Dam Park to put your canoe or motorboat in the water. Go windsurfing or scuba diving at Bob Wentz Park. Join other bird watchers at Dink Pearson Park. Hippie Hollow Park, located on the eastern end of the lake, is known as one of the few legal clothing-optional parks in Texas.

Lakeway has a surprising number of parks for its size. Find something to suit your interests at the play areas, trails, sports fields and more of the waterfront City Park. Follow Lakeway Boulevard Hike and Bike Trail all the way through town. Walk among dramatic geological features at Canyonlands. Take your family or your pet for a hike along Hurst Creek in the Smith Greenbelt.

Enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery of Lakeway and visit nearby Austin for a lively cultural scene. In less than 45 minutes, drive to possibly the most hip city in Texas. From world-renowned museums to trendy restaurants, Austin has attractions to appeal to everyone. Attracting top talent in jazz, blues, rock, country and more, the state’s capital is also known as the “Live Music Capital of the World.”

Where to stay in Lakeway

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Buffalo Gap

Though Buffalo Gap might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Travis and Volente Beach Water Park.

Buffalo Gap
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The Hills

When in The Hills, you can plan a visit to Flintrock Falls at The Hills Country Club and Lakeway Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Hills
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Yacht Harbor

When in Yacht Harbor, you can plan a visit to Lake Travis and Volente Beach Water Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Yacht Harbor
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Rough Hollow

While there might not be top attractions in Rough Hollow, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lakeway Country Club and Flintrock Falls at The Hills Country Club.

Rough Hollow
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Cardinal Hills

Cardinal Hills might not have many top sights, but Lake Travis and Lakeway Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Round Mountain

While Round Mountain isn't home to many top sights, Lake Travis and Lakeway Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Round Mountain
citizenM Austin Downtown
citizenM Austin Downtown
4 out of 5
617 COLORADO ST, Austin, TX
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥20,154 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
¥20,154
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sixth Street and Moody Theater are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (301 reviews)
"Pretty cool place and quiet. I enjoyed how artistic the whole property was and everything in the room is “smart” and can be controlled by a iPad in the room. They have blackout blinds and a walk in shower which was great for me. One of the easiest checkouts I’ve had. Great price, but I would recommend ..."

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

citizenM Austin Downtown
Lakeway Resort & Spa
Lakeway Resort & Spa
4 out of 5
101 Lakeway Dr, Lakeway, TX
The price is ¥22,523 per night from May 27 to May 28
¥22,523
per night
May 27 - May 28
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Lakeway. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The staff were friendly, it was very peaceful and quiet."

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

Lakeway Resort & Spa
Fairmont Austin
Fairmont Austin
4 out of 5
101 Red River St, Austin, TX
The price is ¥35,933 per night from May 15 to May 16
¥35,933
per night
May 15 - May 16
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Austin. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,029 reviews)
"Wonderful stay and property was very nice. The staff was amazing from the first impression to our last. We had a couple issues when we got to our room where the TV didn’t work and the goodies hadn’t been replaced from the previous person staying in the room but the staff cleared it up fast. Just ..."

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Fairmont Austin
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Sentral East Austin at 1630 E. Sixth
Sentral East Austin at 1630 E. Sixth
4 out of 5
1630 East 6th Street, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (257 reviews)
"Close to everything, easy uber pick up and drop off!"

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Sentral East Austin at 1630 E. Sixth
Austin Condo Hotel
Austin Condo Hotel
4.5 out of 5
48 East Ave, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (217 reviews)
"I loved it! Had a Wonderful Stay! Valet was excellent!"

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Austin Condo Hotel
Sonder at East 5th
Sonder at East 5th
3.5 out of 5
1211 East 5th Street, Austin, TX
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Sixth Street and Rainey Street ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (138 reviews)
"Was a very nice stay, even cozy to hang out at the apartment and by the pool. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2024

Sonder at East 5th
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Lakeway

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5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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1/5 - Terrible

Ruben
May 28, 2020

Pubic hair on shower head, hair on towels, hair on utensil towel. Food and excursions were way overpriced. Definitely not coming back to Lakeway Resort, if it can even be called a resort.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler
Feb 4, 2020

I kept thinking I was in souls Southern California. Look, I love Austin. I lived there for a decade. But I had to go to a funeral in Lakeway so I stayed at the closest, reasonably place I could find. I made a huge mistake.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Jan 1, 2020

I've never been to a hotel that didn't allow kids in the hot tub. I'm not a picky person at all. That amenity should be accessible to everyone.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Sep 16, 2019

Pretty area. I was there for a family wedding so did not look around and tour at all.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 25, 2019

We love Lakeway and visit often

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jul 30, 2019

Beautiful & upscale place in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Restaurants overlooking Lake Travis with stunning sunset views. Close drive to Austin downtown.

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