Best Luxury Hotels in Texas

Located in the south-central region of Texas, the state’s second most populous city, San Antonio is known for its cultural heritage. It is home to the famous Alamo Mission (where a pivotal battle was fought during the Texas Revolution), the River Walk (a network of walkways along the San Antonio River lined with shops, restaurants and bars) and the Tower of the Americas, a 750-foot-tall observation tower offering panoramic views of the city. There’s a strong Mexican-American influence, as seen in the food, music and art. The city is also a major centre for the military, with installations including Joint Base San Antonio.

Texas, Austin

Fairmont Austin

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 1048 Luxurious Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining options including Garrison & Revue, a Full-service Spa, Fitness Centre, Austin's Largest Rooftop Pool, Exclusive Fairmont Gold Services
More Centrally Located in Downtown Austin with Panoramic views of the City & Lady Bird Lake

1,048 bedrooms, a gym, a gift boutique and five restaurants (including an upscale steakhouse and a sushi bar) are spread across the 37 stories of this mammoth, central hotel. Hang out in the lobby lounge, or at the heated outdoor pool terrace, where you’ll also find a hot tub. Relax in one of the spa’s solariums, with a saline soaking pool, a eucalyptus steam grotto and a European dry heat sauna and book a treatment performed using organic products. Try your hand at cocktail-making or gingerbread-baking with a class, watch a light show, jump on a house bike to tour the city and listen to the in-house live music sessions. Set beside Palm Park and Waller Creek, the hotel has a particularly green outlook.

Texas, Austin

Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 54 Elegantly Designed Accommodations, including 12 Suites
Amenities Lutie's Garden Restaurant & the Mansion Dining & Bar, a 24-Hour Fitness Centre, 50-foot Oval Swimming Pool, a Private Social Members Club
More Located within a Secluded 10-acre Property, Just Minutes from Downtown Austin

Built in 1928 by Commodore Edgar Perry and his wife, Lutie, as their private residence, this estate has since been converted into a boutique hotel. Its architecture was influenced by Mediterranean and Georgian styles, incorporating 10 acres of gardens, courtyards, fountains and a Slim Aarons-inspired outdoor pool. The interiors have been restored to their original grandeur, reimagined by the renowned designer Ken Fulk, evoking the whimsical character of a bygone era. Found in the Hancock neighbourhood, it’s a tranquil and secluded retreat (with an onsite Art Noveau restaurant), yet provides easy access to Austin’s attractions.

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Commodore Perry Estate, Auberge Resorts Collection

Texas, Austin

Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 286 Accommodations, including 41 Suites
Amenities Ciclo for Modern Texas Cuisine, a 4,000-square-foot Spa, a 24-hour Fitness Centre, a Year-round Outdoor Saltwater Pool
More Situated along Lady Bird Lake in Downtown Austin

Book one of the 294 bedrooms at the Four Seasons, where you can enjoy bespoke experiences such as a rooftop beekeeping tour and a culinary excursion exploring Austin’s food scene. Or eat in-house on Latin-inspired dishes at Ciclo, from a US menu at Live Oak, or alfresco at the poolside grill. Maintain your fitness and wellness at the state-of-the-art gym, with a dip in the heated outdoor pool and whirlpool and with treatments at the spa. Those needing to keep up to date on work, can take advantage of a business centre. The Four Seasons also provides valet parking and a gift shop.

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Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Texas, Austin

The Westin Austin Downtown

Hotel
(4 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 366 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Dining at Stella San Jac & Azul Rooftop, a Rooftop Pool, Fitness Centre
More Located in the Heart of Austin's Entertainment District

Stay within walking distance of the Austin Convention Center and the vibrant 6th Street entertainment district, downtown at The Westin. There are 326 guest rooms and suites; dining options, including Stella San Jac for eclectic Austin-American food and the Azul Rooftop Pool Bar + Lounge for cocktails and light bites; a gym; a rooftop pool; and a spa. Operated by HEI Hotels & Resorts, the hotel is popular with business travellers, boasting over 19,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a grand ballroom, several smaller meeting rooms and a business centre.

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The Westin Austin Downtown

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