FOUR SEASONS HOTEL AUSTIN, Austin

Four Seasons Hotel Austin - A luxury lakeside hotel with saltwater pool, live music venue and Latin-inspired dining

Situated between downtown Austin's business district and Lady Bird Lake, this 5-star Austin hotel features 286 rooms and suites with lake or city views. Four Seasons Hotel Austin offers a saltwater pool with poolside beverage service, plus The Point - an outdoor venue with a bandstand hosting local musicians and food trucks. Dining options include Ciclo restaurant serving Latin-influenced Texas cuisine, highlighted by their signature flaming Wagyu Tomahawk steak, and the Live Oak lounge featuring craft cocktails on an expansive deck with fire pits. The property spans nearly three acres of manicured grounds along Lady Bird Lake's hike and bike trails, with amenities including a 24-hour fitness center, a spa with Himalayan salt wall, and a Trinity Point beverage trailer serving rotating seasonal drinks.

Pros

Pet-friendly accommodations with complimentary amenities including house-made dog biscuits and plush bedding

Convenient access to 10 miles of lakeside trails for hiking, kayaking and paddleboarding

Unique offerings like Taylor guitar lending program and monthly yoga with wine sessions

On-demand margarita cart service available directly to guest rooms

Cons

Downtown location means surrounding area can get busy during peak times

Some amenities like the outdoor venues are seasonal