Please note that this article was written before the pandemic. For the latest information regarding safety procedures, please visit each resort’s website below.

Want to book a quick getaway with the kids? Central Texas boasts some amazing resorts with children’s amenities out the wazoo — lazy rivers, water slides, nighttime s’mores by the fire, day camp activities, horse rides, and much more. Below is a little list of some favorite nearby resorts that are within an easy drive from Austin, but where you’ll also feel miles and miles away from it all.

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Family Friendly Resorts Near Austin

— Lakeway Resort and Spa
Lake Travis, TX
Lakeway Resort and Spa is approximately 18 miles northwest of downtown Austin on the shores of beautiful Lake Travis. Amenities include sailing, boating, fishing and water activities, a boutique spa, a Kids Zone recreation center, a pool playground featuring with a water slide as well as an adult-only pool with a swim-up bar. This resort also offers day camp programs for the kids. Learn more at lakewayresortandspa.com. You can also click here to read our review. Please visit the Lakeway Resort & Spa website for more information regarding COVID-19 updates.

fun kid’s pool playground – photo from the Lakeway Resort’s Facebook page

— Horseshoe Bay Resort
Horseshoe Bay on Lake LBJ
In the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Horseshoe Bay Resort overlooks Lake LBJ with its blue waters and hillside vistas. The resort offers a variety of indoor and outdoor venues, plus a wide range of activities for all ages and interests: golf courses, water sports, a dining yacht, pools, spa. mini-arcade, tropical birds, giant lawn games, and a little sandy beach area for kids to play. Learn more at hsbresort.com. Read about their COVID-19 FAQs here. You can also click here to read our review.

surrounded by great lake views – Photo from Horseshoe Bay Resort’s Facebook page

— Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa
Bastrop, TX
Nestled in 405-acres of picturesque wilderness, the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa boasts championship golf, tennis, a fitness center, a world-class spa, youth spa for kids, horseback riding, archery, trap shooting, lots of river recreation programs from kayaking to rafting, and much more. The onsite water park features a two-story water slide with beach area, lazy river, pools, hot tubs, waterfalls and fountains for splashing fun. For more information visit www.hyatt.com. Click here to read about our stay at the Lost Pines.
For COVID-19 procedures and inquiries, please contact the hotel directly or visit their website.

float the day away on the lazy river – Photo from the Hyatt Lost Pines Facebook page

— Canyon of the Eagles
Burnet, TX (on Lake Buchanan)
Canyon of the Eagles is a resort and restful retreat on the northern shore of Lake Buchanan. Nestled in a uniquely Hill Country natural setting in the Upper Highland Lakes Region, this full-service nature park offers swimming, hiking, kayaking, star gazing and more on a 940-acre nature preserve. Lodging options include hotel rooms within the resort or camping spots on the property. Dogs are also welcome to tag along on your trip. Learn more at www.canyonoftheeagles.com. View the resort’s COVID-19 updates and guest guidelines here.

relaxing retreat in the Hill Country – Photo from the Canyon of the Eagles Facebook page

— Great Wolf Lodge
Grapevine, TX
The 80,000 square foot onsite indoor water park at the Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine will blow the kids away with year-round fun for all ages with pools, slides, rides, and a four-story interactive water play structure (all kept at a comfortable 84-degrees). The resort also features rustic-themed accommodations, a fitness room, spa and kids spa, a teen lounge, arcade, and activities for all ages. For more information visit greatwolf.com/grapevine.
Please check their website for safety updates.

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splashing in all seasons – Photo from the Great Wolf Lodge Facebook page

— Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort & Spa
San Antonio, TX
The Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa includes championship golf, tennis, a premier spa, a youth spa for teens, a fitness center, and a four-acre water park with several swimming pools, man-made beach and lazy river, all nestled amid the gardens. The Camp Hyatt children’s program offers exciting games, arts and crafts, contests, nature hikes, swimming and more for kids ages 3-12. For more information visit their website www.hyatt.com.
For COVID-19 procedures, please contact the hotel directly or visit their website.

s’mores by the fire — Photo from Hill Country Hyatt Facebook page

— JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Resort & Spa
San Antonio, TX
Guests can enjoy golf, tennis, the spa, fitness center, and an onsite water park with lazy river, water slides, 650-foot rapid river ride, children’s pools, adult pool, whirlpools, and activity pool with fountains and waterfalls. The resort also features a kids club for children ages 4-12 with fun activities, games, arts and crafts that incorporate the beautiful wildlife and history of San Antonio. For more information visit www.jwsanantonio.com.

wide open spaces surround the lazy river – Photo from the Marriott website

MORE TO EXPLORE: Of course, there’s many more fun places for a getaway! For cabin stays, glamping and camping, read about these fun, family-focused locations:

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