America’s #1 Destination Spa Is Right Here in Austin
Lake Austin Spa Resort earns Condé Nast Traveler’s highest honor, and 10 Austin hotels join Texas’ elite rankings
Here in Austin, we don’t have to look far for world-class wellness and hospitality — it’s right in our own backyard. In “Condé Nast Traveler’s” 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, in which over 750,000 readers rated their experiences, Lake Austin Spa Resort was recently honored as the #1 Destination Spa in the United States for the second consecutive year.
“Our staff’s dedication to delivering experiences that last well beyond the stay is reflected in this recognition,” says JoAnn Lenhardt, General Manager of Lake Austin Spa Resort.
#1 Spa in Austin and Beyond
The resort’s tranquil setting along Lake Austin, paired with wellness rituals like lakeside yoga, mindfulness hikes, stand-up paddleboarding and holistic spa treatments, makes it a standout. Its 25,000-square-foot LakeHouse Spa presents advanced treatments in a a nature-inspired, intimate retreat.
Austin Hotels Named in Texas Top 10
Beyond the spa world, the same “Condé Nast” survey, includes several Austin hotels among the top 10 in Texas. Condé Nast Traveler From boutique favorites like Hotel Saint Cecilia and The Carpenter Hotel to iconic institutions like The Driskill, Austin’s lodging scene earned notable recognition for excellence.
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#1 – Hotel Saint Cecilia
#2 – W Austin
#3 – The Carpenter Hotel
#5 – The Driskill
#9 – Hotel Magdalena
#10 – The LINE Hotel
Whether you’re seeking a wellness escape or exploring top-tier stays, Austin is proving itself not just a creative, cultural hub — but a national travel leader, as well.
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