Barton Creek Resort
This Northwest Austin golf resort offers several different golf packages that are sure to appeal to golfers head to Texas. All golf packages place guests in accommodations spacious enough to allow them to practice putting, so they should bring along their ball return machine. Guests can enjoy the view of the golf course from a private balcony with a beverage from the fully stocked refreshment center. Or they can take advantage of the cardio equipment in the fitness center to make sure that their legs are in the best shape for taking on the rolling hills on the Crenshaw Cliffsides course. Fitness enthusiasts hit the club's weight machines to make sure that their arms and back are strong enough to carry the ball over the canyons and creeks that populate the Palmer Lakeside course. If golfers are having trouble taming the four golf courses at Barton Creek, they can always improve their game with instruction from the professionals at the Barton Creek Golf Academy.
Barton Creek Resort
8212 Barton Club Drive
Austin, TX 78735
(512) 329-4000
Hyatt Place Austin North-Central
This Austin hotel can be found north of the downtown area. All rooms offer Hilton's trademarked Grand Bed, high speed DSL wireless Internet service and a 42-inch flat panel TV. Guests are able to listen great music at the famous Austin City Limits venue just five miles away. Golfers can take the 10-minute drive to Morris Williams Golf Club with their bag packed with every club in their arsenal because they will need them at this challenging course. The hotel offers a complimentary breakfast and right next door to the hotel is an extensive Tex-Mex menu at Antonio's Mexican Restaurant.
Hyatt Place Austin North-Central
7522 North IH-35
Austin, TX 78752
(512) 323-2121
Lakeway Resort and Spa
Located at Austin's Lake Travis is the Lakeway Resort and Spa. The condo villas range from 1888 square feet to 2770 square feet. The San Saba Spa offers an extensive selection of massage, including Swedish, aromatherapy and an in-room massage that offers more privacy. The spa also provides facials, manicures and pedicures. Pool options include a triple-tiered pool with a swim-up bar and a kids' pool with a waterslide. The Academy of Golf Dynamics includes a 500 yard driving range and a special teaching course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Golfers can also test your skills against four different 18-hole courses.
Lakeway Resort and Spa
101 Lakeway Drive
Austin, TX 78734
(512) 261-6600
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