Lakeway, TX

Travel Guide
Lakeway which includes a small town or village and a house
Lakeway featuring a small town or village
Lakeway which includes a house
Lakeway which includes forest scenes and mountains
Lakeway which includes vehicle touring
Enjoy a day of fun on the water in this small suburb of Austin located on Lake Travis and the Colorado River.

Lakeway offers a completely different Texas experience from its busy neighbor Austin. Lakeway is located on the shore of the Colorado River. Take advantage of all of the scenic outdoor possibilities it offers, from fishing to boating to tubing.

Begin your explorations of the Colorado River at Lakeway Marina. Choose from a full range of equipment to rent, from motorboats to paddle boards. Go waterskiing or Jet Skiing. Have fun in the sun on a party boat.

Enjoy Lake Travis and all its recreational possibilities. The reservoir, which was built into the Colorado River in 1942, stretches nearly 64 miles (103 kilometers) long. Go fishing and see if you can catch the largemouth bass, catfish and sunfish that are in abundance in Lake Travis. Dive in for a refreshing swim Lake Travis is renowned for its crystal clear water.

Check out the many parks located around Lake Travis. Use the boat launch at Mansfield Dam Park to put your canoe or motorboat in the water. Go windsurfing or scuba diving at Bob Wentz Park. Join other bird watchers at Dink Pearson Park. Hippie Hollow Park, located on the eastern end of the lake, is known as one of the few legal clothing-optional parks in Texas.

Lakeway has a surprising number of parks for its size. Find something to suit your interests at the play areas, trails, sports fields and more of the waterfront City Park. Follow Lakeway Boulevard Hike and Bike Trail all the way through town. Walk among dramatic geological features at Canyonlands. Take your family or your pet for a hike along Hurst Creek in the Smith Greenbelt.

Enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery of Lakeway and visit nearby Austin for a lively cultural scene. In less than 45 minutes, drive to possibly the most hip city in Texas. From world-renowned museums to trendy restaurants, Austin has attractions to appeal to everyone. Attracting top talent in jazz, blues, rock, country and more, the state’s capital is also known as the “Live Music Capital of the World.”

Where to stay in Lakeway

Default Image

The Hills

When in The Hills, you can plan a visit to Flintrock Falls at The Hills Country Club and Lakeway Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Hills
Default Image

Buffalo Gap

Though Buffalo Gap might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Travis and Lakeway Country Club.

Buffalo Gap
Default Image

Yacht Harbor

When in Yacht Harbor, you can plan a visit to Lake Travis and Volente Beach Water Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Yacht Harbor
Default Image

Rough Hollow

While there might not be top attractions in Rough Hollow, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lakeway Country Club and Flintrock Falls at The Hills Country Club.

Rough Hollow
Default Image

Cardinal Hills

Cardinal Hills might not have many top sights, but Lake Travis and Lakeway Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cardinal Hills
Default Image

Flintrock Falls

While there might not be top attractions in Flintrock Falls, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Flintrock Falls at The Hills Country Club and Falconhead Golf Club.

Flintrock Falls
Austin Condo Hotel
Austin Condo Hotel
4.5 out of 5
48 East Ave, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (326 reviews)
"Amazing HOST and property! Very clean, welcoming and spacious! Gorgeous view as well! Would definitely stay again when visiting Austin!"

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Austin Condo Hotel
Sentral East Austin at 1614 E. Sixth
Sentral East Austin at 1614 E. Sixth
4 out of 5
1614 E 6th Street, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (210 reviews)
"Great apartments, we really enjoyed the view over the food truck park and being so close to so many great restaurants and bars. Pay close attention to the instructions on how to check in and they are clear and easy. We had issues with the hot water. There was limited/no hot water at night, possibly ..."

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

Sentral East Austin at 1614 E. Sixth
Kasa 2nd Street Austin
Kasa 2nd Street Austin
4.5 out of 5
421 W 3rd St, Austin, TX
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Austin. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (792 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean, spacious, and plenty of towels."

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2025

Kasa 2nd Street Austin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Reviews of Lakeway

4.4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
61
" "5 - Excellent 62%
4 - Good
21
" "4 - Good 21%
3 - Okay
11
" "3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
1
" "2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
4
" "1 - Terrible 4%

1/5 - Terrible

Ruben

Pubic hair on shower head, hair on towels, hair on utensil towel. Food and excursions were way overpriced. Definitely not coming back to Lakeway Resort, if it can even be called a resort.

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

I kept thinking I was in souls Southern California. Look, I love Austin. I lived there for a decade. But I had to go to a funeral in Lakeway so I stayed at the closest, reasonably place I could find. I made a huge mistake.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I've never been to a hotel that didn't allow kids in the hot tub. I'm not a picky person at all. That amenity should be accessible to everyone.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Pretty area. I was there for a family wedding so did not look around and tour at all.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love Lakeway and visit often

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful & upscale place in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Restaurants overlooking Lake Travis with stunning sunset views. Close drive to Austin downtown.

Cities near Lakeway