Romantic getaways in Texas and best things to do 2023 (2024)

Rodeo, line-dancing, and Texas-style barbecue are probably the first things that come to mind when you think of the Lone Star State, but Texas is much more than that.

Discover the state’s wine trails, natural swimming holes, and outdoor adventures. Visit culturally rich and diverse large urban centers and charming small towns. Explore its rugged, beautiful landscape that varies from barren badlands and a sandy coastline to magnificent mountains and sprawling prairies.

• 9.0
• Galveston
• couples love it

Situated just a short walk away from Galveston Beach, the romantic Tremont House boasts an in-house restaurant and a bar.

The rooms boast modern decór, upscale furnishings and ammeneties such as a flat-screen TV, a work desk and a spacious private bathroom. Select rooms offer seating areas.

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• 8.6
• Galveston
• spa
• pool

The luxurious beachfront San Luis Resort & Spa features 4 on-site restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool, a poolside bar, an outdoor lounge area equipped with a firepit as well as spa facilities, offering a variety of treatments.

The rooms at the San Luis boast a light summery decór, every one of them features a seating area, a romantic balcony equipped with chairs, and an ample private bathroom. Rooms have either an ocean or resort view.

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• 8.4
• Galveston
• spa
• pool

The romantic Hotel Galvez & Spa is situated right on the shore of the Gulf of Mexico, boasting a beachfront location. The hotel additionally features fully equipped spa facilities, a huge outdoor pool, an outdoor hot tub, and an on-site restaurant.

The spacious rooms feature bright decór and modern furnishings, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms are standard with every room.

• 9.5
• Uptown Dallas
• pool
• couples love it

The modern Guild Victory Park offers appartment accommodations in the heart of Dallas. It boasts an outdoor pool.

Every room at the Guild Victory is equipped with a kitchen, living room,a spacious bathroom, as well as a romantic terrace for guests to enjoy.

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• 9.3
• Turtle Creek
• spa
• pool
• couples love it

The lavish Rosewood Mansion is the result of an extensively renovated historic mansion.

This romantic mansion boasts an outdoor lounge equipped with a fireplace, a pool, and a fully equipped spa as well as an in-house restaurant serving American cuisine.

The rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated, boasting modern upscale furnishings. Each room boasts a flat-screen TV, minibar andan ample private bathroom. Select rooms boast a seating area as well as a deep soaking tub.

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• 8.5
• Van Horn

The El Capitan Hotel is authentic an oasis in the desert, boasting an in-house restaurant and bar with a courtyard seating area, free daily continental breakfast,and a rooftop Eagle’s Nest observatory, this historic Van Horn hotel makes for the perfect destination for a romantic getaway.

The modern rooms are cool despite the outdoor heat, boasting air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs and newly renovated European style bathrooms.

• 8.6
• The Woodlands
• fireplace
• spa
• pool

The luxurious Woodlands Resort boasts 2 on-site restaurants, a fully equipped spa, a sprawling outdoor pool, a tennis court as well as a golf course. The Woodlands Resort is also home to the Forest Oasis Waterscape, which additionally boasts 2 swimming pools, a waterslide and a lazy river.

The rooms are modern and wonderfuly furnished, select rooms boast seating areas, fireplaces as well as romantic terraces.

• 9.4
• Austin
• spa
• pool
• couples love it

The Fairmont Austin Gold Experience is idyllically located in the heart of downtown Austin. It boasts 5 in-house restaurants, full service spa and an outdoor pool. As an amenity guests can make use of the Fairmont Gold team, which gives you exclusive access to an upgraded lounge area, where guests are served made-to-order breakfast and evening desserts.

The luxurious rooms boast wood furnishings, a privileged view of the city, premium linens as well as an ample private bathroom.

• 8.5
• Freeport

Located in Freeport, Park Avenue Lofts is housed in a former bank turned local accommodation.

Every unit is equipped with a fully functioning kitchen, private bathroom, a sofa, flat-screen TV, a seating areaas well as a dining room.

Park Avenue Lofts is perfectly located for guests to explore the surrounding areas, making it a perfect hub for a romantic weekend getaway.

• 8.6
• Austin
• fireplace
• spa

The Driskill is the result of a refined combinaiton of historic charm and modernity, boasting lavish rooms, a superb in-house fine dining restaurant and a full spa, it makes for a perfect destination for a romantic weekend.

The luxurious rooms are ample and elegantly decorated, boasting modern furnshings, hardwood floors, and gorgeous private bathrooms. Select units boast fireplaces, seating areas, and huge terraces equipped with seating areas.

• 8.8
• Dallas
• fireplace
• spa
• pool

The Omni Dallas Texas joins state of the art ammenities with an incredible location, just a short walk away from many popular attractions.

The Omni Dallas boasts a heated infinity pool, full service spa, as well as a wealth of in-house restaurants to choose from.

The elegant rooms are lavishly decorated as one would expect from the rest of the premises, premium linens, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms are standard with every room. Select rooms boast seating areas, fireplaces and spa bathrooms.

• 8.4
• Downtown Houston
• fireplace
• spa
• pool

Located in the heart of downtown of Housotn the Marriot Marquis Houston is just a short walk away from popular local attractions, so that you can make the most out of your romantic weekend.

The Marriot Marquis boasts an outdoor pool with a lazy river, a full service spa, and 6 distinct on-site restaurants.

Rooms at the Marriot Marquis are modern and well furnished, select rooms boast seating and dining areas, some rooms have either a lazy river or Discovery Green Park view.

• 8.8
• Main Street District
• spa
• pool

The vibrant Joulle hotel in the trendy Main Street District of Dallas, close to the best entertainment and cuisine that Dallas has to offer.

The Joulle boasts an outdoor pool with an accompanying lounge, spa facilities as well as an on-site restaurant.

Rooms are elegantly furnished and modern, flat-screen TVs and spacious bathrooms that feature walk-in showers. Select rooms boast a seating area.

• 8.4
• Terlingua
• fireplace
• spa
• pool

The stunning Lajitas Golf Resort by the Rio Grande river is the perfect scenic destination for a romantic getaway. Guests can enjoy some golf at the incredible Black Jack’s Crossing Golf Course.

The resort boasts an on-site pool, lounge with a firepit and a spa that offers a variety of services and treatments as well as a variety of on-sitefine dining options.

The rooms are decorated in classic Texan fashion. Flat-screen TVs, coffe makers and private bathrooms are standard. Select rooms are equipped with fireplaces.

• 8.4
• San Antonio
• spa
• pool

The Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort is a luxury resort just off San Antonio city, it features a water park with 3 pools that stretches over 4 acres, a fully equipped spa and an on-site restaurant serving American cuisine.

Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs and a sound system as well as a private bathroom.

• 4.5
• San Antonio Riverwalk

Running through the heart of San Antonio, the Riverwalk is a beautiful scenic route in the downtown district.

Enjoy the best San Antonio has to offer from the comfort of a boat, sipping on a refreshing drink or enjoying a fine meal catered by any of the surrouding restaurants. Tours are available either during the day or during the night.

• 4.5
• Fredericksburg

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the wonderfuly scenic drive into the Texan Wine Country. With a myriad of wineries to choose from, Grape Creek Vineyards is specially worth a visit while on couples getaway in Texas.

Located in the historic town of Fredericksburg, Grape Creek Vineyards offers special packages for a romantic couples getaway.

The rustic vineyard covers over 25 acres, visitors can see how and where the wine is grown and sample over 90 wines.

• 5
• Corpus Christi

The coastal town of Corpus Christi is the perfect honeymoon destination or for couples looking for a romantic weekend.

The perfect way to end your couples getaway is to go horseback riding on the beach, enjoy the sounds of the ocean and the cool breeze as you trot along your loved one.

For an extra dash of romance book the sunset package, and enjoy the view of the sun setting over the waves from atop of a horse.

• 4.5
• San Antonio

Known nationally for its outstanding events and exhibits, spanning over 38 acres the San Botanical Garden is a living open air museum of plants and local art, making it a must visit destination if you’re in town for a couples getaway.

Perfect at any point in your romantic weekend in San Antonio, the Botanical Garden is idyllic for a morning stroll or an afternoon of culture.

• 4.5
• Dripping Springs

Located in Dripping Springs, the Hamilton Pool Preserve is a part of the Travis County Parks, a series of natural parks located just a short drive from Austin, this beautiful naturally occurring formation is made up of a collapsed grotto and a 50-foot waterfall as well as a pool at the bottom.

Home to wide array of unique species of birds and vegetation, it makes for an exceptional hike that ends with a stunning view.

• 4.5
• Wimberley

Located in Hays County, the Jacob’s Well Natural Area spans over 81 acres, the main attraction, the titular Jacob’s Well is the second largest underwater cave in all of Texas. Its a stunning destination for any romantic weekend, specially during the summer, when you can book a time block to swim in its crystal clear waters.

Despite the underwater cave being the main attraction the surrounding area is stunning on its own, boasting a wide variety of wildlife and beautiful sights.