Ideas for Romantic Getaways in Texas
February 4, 2025
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Looking to plan your next romantic getaway in Texas?
Texas offers a wide variety of romantic weekend getaway options, whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, a wedding, or simply want to spend some time away from home with your significant other.
Here at the Heywood Hotel, we can’t think of a more romantic place to visit than Austin. We have a thriving dining scene, plenty of date night activity options, and we’re close to one of the best wine areas in the country. If you’re planning on making your way to the Austin area for your romantic getaway, here are some of our ideas for where to stay, what to do, and how to celebrate.
Romantic Getaways in Austin, Texas
Austin offers a little bit of everything you’d want out of a romantic getaway. From city life to outdoor activities to fine dining at Michelin Star restaurants, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy during your romantic stay.
Stay at the Heywood Hotel
Our MICHELIN-rated boutique hotel is the best place to spend a romantic getaway for two. The Heywood Hotel is an intimate, seven-room hotel tucked away in Central East Austin in a location that can’t be beat. We’re within walking distance to some of the city’s best restaurants and bars — many of which are Michelin-rated — and offer free parking if you prefer to ride share.
All of the Heywood Hotel rooms are well designed and have a serene feel and romantic vibe, perfect for your special evening. The most romantic rooms are the King Patio rooms, rooms 4 and 6. These rooms feature a king bed, spa-like bath with a “tea for two” bathtub and overhead skylight, and a small private outdoor seating area. Free bubble bath is included. The entrance to the room is through a privacy gate, which makes these rooms secluded and romantic on property.
Guests also enjoy the King Deluxe, room 1. This room features a king bed, full bath with tub, electric fireplace, and a seating area. Perfect for a romantic evening in.
During your romantic getaway, our concierge team is dedicated to providing the perfect night for you and your sweetheart. From recommending the most romantic restaurants in Austin to helping you plan a thoughtful date night itinerary, we’ll ensure your romantic getaway is smooth and stress-free. Plus, each of our rooms offers ridiculously comfy beds, home-like design, and the privacy and serenity of an adult-only hotel (or a parents’ night out!).
Book a spa date
Few things are more romantic than a relaxing couples spa date. Fortunately, Austin is home to many local spas.
Viva Day Spa is a local favorite that offers a range of spa treatments including couples massages. There are four locations around Austin, with the closest one to the Heywood Hotel located on S. Lamar Blvd.
Another local spa is milk + honey spa. The spa offers a range of spa, salon, and med spa services depending on how you want to be pampered. The closest location to the Heywood is the one in the Second Street District, so you can go shopping before or after your spa treatment.
The Heywood Hotel also offers luxurious spa-like bathtubs if you prefer to stay in for your romantic spa day.
Plan an adventure for two
There are plenty of things to do in Austin if you want to plan an outing or two for your romantic getaway in Texas.
From interactive food and drink experiences, such as a sushi class or a brewery tour, to two stepping to mini golf — there is a range of activities unique to Austin that make for a memorable date night.
Need some ideas for your adventurous outing? The Heywood Hotel concierge team is happy to help you plan your romantic getaway so you don’t have to stress with the planning process.
Book a dinner date
Your romantic getaway isn’t complete without an idyllic dinner or two. And luckily in Austin, you’re never far from some of the best and most romantic restaurants in Texas.
Austin is now home to 45 Michelin-starred and recommended restaurants — 12 of which are within walking distance of the MICHELIN-rated Heywood Hotel.
We’re lucky to be surrounded by outstanding dining options. Our team of local experts can help you book a reservation at one of these top-rated restaurants so you can experience a Michelin-level experience while you’re in Austin for your romantic getaway.
Romantic Getaways in the Texas Hill Country
With the Heywood Hotel’s proximity to one of the best wine areas in the country, we’d be remiss not to recommend a romantic getaway to the Texas Hill Country. Here are a couple of romantic day trip options that are less than an hour from Austin and the Heywood Hotel.
Driftwood
Less than an hour away from Austin, Driftwood offers scenic Hill Country views, plentiful outdoor activities, and several wineries.
Duchman Family Winery is a little slice of Italy tucked into the Texas Hill Country. The spacious Tuscan-style grounds provide a picture-perfect backdrop for a day of wine tasting. There’s even an Italian restaurant, Trattoria Lisina, located next door.
Another stop on your visit must be at the Driftwood Estates Winery. The family-owned winery is a quaint and welcoming space that overlooks a small meadow, where you just might catch sheep and lambs grazing. A stop at Driftwood Estates Winery is a peaceful way to wind down your wine tour and take in all that the Hill Country has to offer.
As far as food goes, no trip to Driftwood is complete without a stop at The Salt Lick BBQ. The family-run restaurant serves up mouth-watering brisket, classic sides, and is BYOB. You can’t go wrong with anything you order at this Austin institution.
Pro tip: When you book through the Heywood Hotel, our concierge staff can direct you to a number of options for hitting the best wineries in the Texas Hill Country, whether in Driftwood, Johnson City or Fredericksburg. Options include public and private tours, renting a car, or hiring a private driver and designing your own adventure. The Heywood Hotel concierge team is glad to help.
Dripping Springs
Around 25 miles away from Heywood Hotel, Dripping Springs is home to numerous wineries, distilleries, and breweries. Jester King is one of our favorites for enjoying a crisp beer surrounded by sweeping Hill Country views on spacious grounds. The tasting room at Deep Eddy Vodka is also a must-see during your getaway. Try the different varieties of the spirit with a flight or one of their specialty cocktails.
Treaty Oak Distilling is another great day-trip destination. Their 28-acre property is lined with live oak and mesquite trees, great for taking in the Hill Country scenery. Tours of the distillery are extremely informative and include several free samples and a mixed cocktail.
After you’ve enjoyed a day soaking up the beauty of the Hill Country, make your way back home to the Heywood Hotel to end your romantic weekend getaway in our ridiculously comfortable beds where sweet dreams await.