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“With more than 181,000 spas worldwide, selecting the best spot for a little rest and relaxation can be daunting. Here, ELLE editors did the leg work, scouring the globe for the best spas worldwide, finding places where the spa becomes the main event. Keep reading for the 32 best spas and services, according to ELLE editors.”
Women’s Health Magazine chose Lake Austin Spa Resort as their 2023 pick for the most transformative, restorative Destination Spa in the world! WH Senior Commerce Editor Neha Tandon shared, “I left feeling completely renewed—physically from the fresh food, facial, and walks along the lake, and spiritually from the seminar, quiet time in nature, and tranquil environment.”
USA Today editors chose their list of top 20, and readers then voted Lake Austin Spa Resort as the #3 US spa resort destination for lavish treatment as a time-tested way to rejuvenate one’s mind and body.
“…some of the best couples’ spa rituals you can try in the United States.”
CMT Breakthrough Female Nominee Kylie Morgan visits Lake Austin Spa Resort before the 2023 CMT Awards in Austin! Come along for the ride!
The Lake Austin Spa Resort has been voted among the top spas in the country for more than 10 years, and this past year was voted by the readers of Condé Nast to be one of America’s top three spas, so clearly they are doing it right.
“There is nowhere you’ll feel more spoiled, more rejuvenated, or more mindfully blissful than at Lake Austin Spa Resort.”
“In between head-to-toe treatments and organic meals, you can hike nearby trails, practice yoga on the dock, or take a water bike for a spin.”
“Five-star luxury is a road trip away.”
“Relaxation is a must at this idyllic wellness center, set on 19 densely forested acres at the lake’s shore.”
“One day is all you need to take a mini vacation, relax and recharge at these top spots.”
“Edged by a verdant nature reserve on the banks of the Lake Austin, this easy-to-reach retreat has a casual sophistication with a design-minded lakehouse vibe.”
“Set on a picturesque hillside of its namesake lake, this all-inclusive destination spa attracts relaxation-seekers from all over.”
“Southerners take life at a slower, more relaxed pace than most – so it’s no wonder that we absolutely love to spend time at elegant resorts.”
“One of the best destinations for a girls trip is only a 30-minute drive from the city’s downtown area.”
“Spa vacations seem to be the trend nowadays, and the Lake Austin Spa Resort is the crème de la crème of them all.”
“The Lake Austin Spa Resort offers a variety of fitness, cooking, and relaxation programs — all set against the stunning natural landscape of Texas Hill Country.”
“Lake Austin Spa, a, 40-room retreat in the Texas Hill Country, also prioritizes fitness: think boxing, Bosu balance training, and tai chi.”
“If you’re a gal who likes options, this southern spa is for you.”
“Choose an all-inclusive package with a spa credit at Lake Austin Spa Resort in Texas Hill Country and the only worry you’ll have all week will be choosing which of the 100-plus treatments to experience first.”
“Be present. Be mindful. Be three dimensional.”
“Go all-in for these luxe resorts flush with amenities.”
“It may be only about a half-hour outside of downtown Austin, but the Lake Austin Spa Resort feels like a world unto itself.”
“If you’re hoping to shed a few inches- or simply kickstart a healthier lifestyle- here’s where to go.”
“Lake Austin in Texas Hill Country will have you at howdy: A water taxi equipped with twin mood-setters—bubbly and binocs—will meet you in downtown Austin.”
“Everything at this resort was designed around nature. Situated on 21 miles of shore, Lake Austin Spa Resort was constructed to marry the elements of the Texas Hill Country with the details of a European dressmaker.”
“Upon arrival, those in need of some R&R emerge to a Nirvana-inducing resort and wellness spa with just forty guest rooms and carefully landscaped to evoke a sense of calm through nature.”
“Widely considered the top-rated wellness resort in the U.S. (and one of the best in the world), the newly renovated Lake Austin Spa Resort brings integrative health solutions and world-renowned spa treatments to the heart of Texas.”
“If you are someone who feels the most at peace when close to the water and/or can feel your heart skip a beat when a property’s interior design knocks it out of the park, then head to Lake Austin Spa.”
“Taking the whole ‘Where should we eat? factor out of the busy holiday weekend makes it easy to enjoy the hotel’s pretty setting on Lake Austin, which is actually part of the Colorado River.”
“Set on a serene lake surrounded by lush forests, Lake Austin Spa Resort is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.”
“Lake Austin Spa Resort has only 40 rooms, which makes it intimate, yet big enough for people to roam. It never feels congested or crowded, but there are enough people to interact with. It’s really the perfect size.”
“Foodies will love the chef-led cooking classes and tours of the organic gardens.”
“Recover the next day by booking services at Lake Austin Spa Resort – they can even provide water taxi service to their gorgeous Hill Country grounds.”
“It is the type of destination you can visit for a weekend or a month.”
“But the real draw for babymooners is the ‘Mom-To-Be Organic Facial’: a deeply-restorative, hydrating and calming treatment designed for moms-to-be to improve sensitive, hormone-reactive skin.”
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