Top things to do near Lakeway Resort & Spa
Top things to do near Lakeway Resort & Spa: enjoy the resort’s multi-pool complex and Sunset Pool Bar, book treatments at The Spa at Lakeway, and take advantage of Lake Travis activities through Lakeway Marina (the resort includes golf-cart transport to the marina). For off‑island or farther excursions, the resort can arrange boat transfers plus ground transport to local attractions.
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Relax at the multi-pool complex and poolside bars
Lakeway Resort & Spa’s pool complex includes three outdoor pools, a children’s pool, a family pool with an adventure water slide, a courtyard pool with a volleyball net, plus an adults-only pool and hot tub with a swim-up bar. Pool hours are daily from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
The adults-only areas have age restrictions: guests must be 18+ to enter the hot tub and adults-only pool area, and 21+ to use the adults-only pool with the swim-up bar. Coolers and outside food or beverages are not permitted at the pools.
- Family pool — adventure water slide (slide hours vary: Mon–Thu 12:00 PM–4:00 PM; Fri–Sun 10:00 AM–6:00 PM)
- Children’s pool — dedicated shallow area
- Adults-only pool & hot tub — age restricted with swim-up bar (swim-up bar hours vary and operate on select days)
| Feature | Hours / Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool complex | Daily 9:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Adventure water slide | Mon–Thu 12:00 PM–4:00 PM; Fri–Sun 10:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Sunset Swim-up Pool Bar | Fri–Sun (hours vary; weather permitting) |
Dine and drink with lake views
Sixty-Three Restaurant & Bar is the resort’s signature spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering Contemporary American and Southwestern-inspired dishes and lake views. Breakfast hours are listed as Monday–Friday 7 AM–11 AM and weekend brunch hours differ (check with concierge for current times).
The Back Porch lobby bar offers sunset cocktails and a casual atmosphere, while the Sunset Pool Bar provides light bites and craft cocktails during select hours and weather permitting.
- Sixty-Three Restaurant & Bar — breakfast, lunch, dinner; reservations recommended for dinner (call 512.261.7323)
- Back Porch — lobby bar with sunset views and happy hour specials
- Sunset Pool Bar — swim-up pool bar open weekends and seasonally
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Sixty-Three Restaurant & Bar | Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner |
| Back Porch | Cocktails • Happy hour |
| Sunset Pool Bar | Light bites • Craft cocktails (select hours) |
Book a spa treatment and wellness time
The Spa at Lakeway offers massages, facials, dry saunas, couples’ showers, and lounges with a terrace overlooking Lake Travis. The spa lists signature treatments such as the Lakeway Signature Massage and packaged offerings.
Spa hours are currently Thursday through Monday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed Tuesday and Wednesday). In‑room spa services are available for an additional fee and spa gratuities are applied to services.
- Signature treatments: Lakeway Signature Massage and other named facials and massages
- Facilities: separate men’s and women’s lounges with lockers and showers; 600 sq ft couples’ suite noted in property materials
- Policies: in-room spa service available for an extra charge; automatic gratuity applies to spa services
| Spa detail | Fact |
|---|---|
| Hours | Thu–Mon 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (closed Tue–Wed) |
| Couples’ suite | 600 sq ft with dual treatment tables (listed in property materials) |
| In-room service | Available for an additional fee |
Lake activities via Lakeway Marina
Lakeway Marina is located steps from the resort and provides access to boating, jet skiing, pontoon and party barge rentals, plus guided sailing excursions. The resort’s daily resort fee includes golf-cart transportation to Lakeway Marina and complimentary kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals at the marina.
The resort can arrange water-based activities and local outfitters operate from the marina; check with concierge for bookings, current availability, and up-to-date schedules.
- Boat, pontoon and jet-ski rentals available through Lakeway Marina
- Guided sailing excursions operate from the resort address (Texas Sailing listed at the property address)
- Resort covers golf-cart transport to the marina as part of the resort fee
| Activity | How to reserve |
|---|---|
| Sailing excursions | Book via concierge (Texas Sailing listed at resort address) |
| Rentals (pontoons/jet skis) | Arrange at Lakeway Marina or via concierge |
| Kayak / SUP | Complimentary rentals at Marina (included with resort fee) |
Explore nearby parks and natural attractions
The Lake Travis shoreline and several public parks are frequent visitor options. Mansfield Dam Park and Lakeway City Park offer swimming coves, fishing and picnic space; Hamilton Pool is a notable natural swimming hole often visited from the area.
Some lake and island activities — including certain island-only attractions — require the resort’s boat transfer plus ground transport or external boat access. Ask the concierge about arranging transfers or day trips.
- Lakeway City Park — swimming, fishing, kayaking (park listed in destination materials)
- Mansfield Dam Park — secluded swimming cove and large public boat ramp
- Hamilton Pool — natural swimming hole and scenic landmark (popular day trip; check access rules)
| Attraction | Notes |
|---|---|
| Lakeway City Park | Public park on Lake Travis; activities include kayaking and swimming |
| Mansfield Dam Park | Secluded cove and public boat ramp |
| Hamilton Pool | Natural swimming spot — check current access and reservations |
Golf, meetings and event options
The property sits near championship golf facilities and offers extensive meeting and event space on-site. The resort lists more than 24,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space across multiple ballrooms and breakout rooms.
Wedding and conference venues include the Vistas Ballroom, Rio Grande Ballroom and Colorado Ballroom with capacities and square-foot figures provided in property materials; contact the resort’s events team to plan setups, visit times, and catering options.
- Nearby golf: Highland Lakes Golf Club and other championship courses are listed as local golf options
- Event spaces: Vistas Ballroom (lake views), Rio Grande Ballroom (approx. 5,800 sq ft listed), Colorado Ballroom (approx. 4,500 sq ft listed)
- Meetings & Events contact: resort events team via the Meetings & Events page or phone (512) 261-6600
| Venue | Noted capacity or size |
|---|---|
| Vistas Ballroom | Listed capacity up to 300 guests |
| Rio Grande Ballroom | Listed ~5,800 sq ft; multiple capacity configurations cited |
| Colorado Ballroom | Listed ~4,500 sq ft |
