Barons Creekside
316 Goehmann Lane, Fredericksburg, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Swiss Log Cabin
About the hotel
Rustic retreat with Jacuzzi in room, pet-friendly rooms and massage service, along Barons Creek, near several wineries.
from $194 /night
Romantic Getaways in Texas
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Texas is big enough for very different trips for two: a wine weekend in Fredericksburg, a creekside cabin in Wimberley, a Victorian inn in Galveston, a night under Big Bend's dark skies. This guide covers 10 places couples love, with what to do, when to go and hotels and cabins where the room has its own jacuzzi or hot tub.
At a glance
| Getaway | Best for | Best time | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Fredericksburg and the 290 Wine Trail | Wineries, Main Street | October, or spring | About 1 hour from San Antonio |
| 2. Wimberley | Creekside cabins | Late spring and summer | About 1 hour from San Antonio |
| 3. Gruene, New Braunfels and Canyon Lake | Dance hall, river towns | Fall | Between San Antonio and Austin |
| 4. San Antonio River Walk | River Walk, missions | Spring, or the holidays | |
| 5. Galveston Island | Victorian streets, beach | Fall, or early December | About 1 hour from Houston |
| 6. South Padre Island | Beach, sea turtles | Summer | |
| 7. Big Bend Country: Alpine, Marfa and Fort Davis | Dark skies, desert art | November to April | About 3 hours from El Paso |
| 8. Waco | Magnolia, river cruises | December | Between Dallas and Austin |
| 9. Granbury | Historic square, lake | Year round | About 1 hour from Fort Worth |
| 10. Tyler | Roses, azaleas | March to April, or October | 100 miles from Dallas |
1. Fredericksburg and the 290 Wine Trail
CNN Travel called Fredericksburg one of America's Most Romantic Small Towns, and Reader's Digest put it on its list of the 13 most romantic small towns. The draw is wine: more than 75 wineries, vineyards and tasting rooms in Gillespie County, many along the 290 Wine Trail, with Main Street in between.
What to do
- Hike Enchanted Rock, a 425 foot pink granite dome, at sunset. Book ahead: the park takes reservations up to 30 days out.
- Stay for a star party at Enchanted Rock, an International Dark Sky Park.
- Taste along the 290 Wine Trail and the Texas Hill Country Wine Trail.
- Walk and shop Main Street together.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Full Moon Inn Bed and Breakfast
3234 Luckenbach Rd, Fredericksburg, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Romantic Room with Jacuzzi
About the hotel
Casual B&B with whirlpool in room, breakfast, and pet-friendly rooms, near the wine corridor and Luckenbach Dance Hall.
from $188 /night
Country Inn Cottages
1644 W US Highway 290, Fredericksburg, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
One-Bedroom Cottage with Jacuzzi
About the hotel
Romantic Fredericksburg cottages with private hot tubs, pool and pet-friendly rooms, 5 miles from downtown.
from $58 /night
Inn on Baron’s Creek
308 South Washington Street, Fredericksburg, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
King Jacuzzi Suite
About the hotel
Tranquil retreat with Jacuzzi in room, pool ,spa service and scenic views of the beautiful landscape along Barons Creek.
from $132 /night
2. Wimberley
AAA lists Wimberley among Texas romantic getaways, and Islands calls it a nature retreat where couples go to unplug. It sits on Cypress Creek and the Blanco River, and most of the stays here are cabins with a hot tub of their own.
What to do
- Picnic under the cypress trees at Cypress Creek Nature Preserve.
- Float the Blanco River.
- Swim at Blue Hole Regional Park. The swim season runs May 1 through Labor Day.
- Browse Wimberley Market Days on the first Saturday of the month, March through December.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Creekhaven Inn & Spa
400 Mill Race Lane, Wimberley, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Wild Honeysuckle Suite with Jetted Tub for Two
About the hotel
Luxurious inn with Jacuzzi in room, free breakfast, spa and massage service in a rural setting near Blue Hole Regional Park.
from $294 /night
Blair House Inn
100 W Spoke Hill Dr, Wimberley, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
San Rafael Cottage
About the hotel
Hidden gem with private hot tubs, pool, spa and massage service on 23 scenic acres in Texas Hill Country.
from $280 /night
Romantic Luxury Cabin!
Wimberley, TX
About the hotel
Luxury cabin with fireplace, hot tub, WiFi, AC, and parking featuring stunning Hill Country views and spacious decks at Stony Ridge near Wimberley.
from $261 /night
The Moonshiner Cabin
Wimberley, TX
About the hotel
Rustic cabin with fireplace, hot tub, WiFi, and AC tucked among oak trees on 1.5 acres near downtown Wimberley, inspired by the Prohibition Era.
from $214 /night
3. Gruene, New Braunfels and Canyon Lake
Gruene sits on the banks of the Guadalupe River, and its dance hall, Gruene Hall, opened in 1878 and is the oldest continually operating dance hall in Texas, with live music every day. Canyon Lake, up the river, has a gorge where the 2002 flood uncovered dinosaur footprints 110 million years old.
What to do
- Two-step at Gruene Hall.
- Wander the Gruene Historic District.
- Book a guided tour of the 64 acre Canyon Lake Gorge.
- Come for the Gruene Music & Wine Fest in October.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Gruene Homestead Inn
832 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Superior Cottage with Courtyard View and Jetted Tub (02 COT)
About the hotel
Family Inn with Jacuzzi in room, pool and free breakfast, minutes from the Guadalupe and Comal rivers.
from $244 /night
Kuebler Waldrip Haus and Danville School Bed and Breakfast
1620 Hueco Springs Loop Rd., New Braunfels, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Honeymoon Single Room with Jacuzzi
About the hotel
Guests love the nostalgic feel of a private Jacuzzi in room, set in a beautifully restored schoolhouse.
from $183 /night
The Lakehouse Bed and Breakfast
1519 Glenn Dr, Canyon Lake, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Suite with Lake View and Spa Tub
About the hotel
Chic lakeside inn with pool, lake views, and a private jacuzzi, near New Braunfels and Wimberley.
from $190 /night
4. San Antonio River Walk
AAA calls the River Walk a perfect couple's getaway. Take a boat tour by day, then walk or bike out to the four park missions, which with the Alamo make up the San Antonio Missions World Heritage Site.
What to do
- Take a narrated boat tour on the river.
- Bike or walk the Mission Reach Hike & Bike Trail to the four park missions.
- Walk to the missions at dusk, then have dessert by the water.
- Spend an hour on the quieter Museum Reach.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Noble Inns
209 Washington, San Antonio, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Oge Castle Howard Suite with Hot Tub
About the hotel
Romantic Victorian inn offering luxury suites with two-person whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, verandas, and serene gardens near River Walk.
from $219 /night
Drury Plaza Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk
105 S Saint Marys Street, San Antonio, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath
About the hotel
Classic hotel with private spa tubs, complimentary breakfast, pool, restaurant and a convenient Riverwalk location
from $128 /night
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa
23808 Resort Parkway, San Antonio, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Executive King Suitewith Balcony and Spa Tub
About the hotel
Serene retreat with private spa tubs, pool and massage service in the Texas Hill Country near wineries.
from $425 /night
5. Galveston Island
Galveston's Victorian streets sit a few blocks from 32 miles of shoreline. Spend a day between the historic downtown and the beach, and save the 1892 Bishop's Palace, one of the most significant Victorian homes in the country, for a slow afternoon.
What to do
- Tour the 1892 Bishop's Palace.
- Stroll the Historic Downtown District and see The 1894 Grand Opera House.
- Ride the Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier, 1,130 feet out over the Gulf.
- Finish on an open-air patio by the water.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
The San Luis Resort, Spa and Conference Center
5222 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Villas with Hot tub
About the hotel
Polished resort with private hot tub, pool, spa and massage service, 3 miles from the Gulf Freeway.
from $191 /night
Best Western Plus Seawall Inn & Suites By The Beach
102 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Suite with 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, and Ocean View
About the hotel
Quiet hotel with in-room Jacuzzi, pool and breakfast, at the far end of the Seawall, near historic Strand district.
from $89 /night
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Galveston Beach Resort
11743 Termini-San Luis Pass Road, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
One-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View, Balcony, and Jetted tub
About the hotel
Beachfront resort with private hot tubs, infinity pool, gym, and barbecue grills, on the soft sands of Galveston Beach.
from $136 /night
6. South Padre Island
South Padre gives couples the feel of a tropical trip without leaving Texas: long beaches, Gulf sunsets and sunrise walks on the sand. The island's tourism office has its own romantic getaway guide.
What to do
- Ride horses along the beach.
- Visit the rescued sea turtles at Sea Turtle Inc.
- Walk the Sea Turtle Art Trail hand in hand.
- In summer, watch a hatchling release at dawn. Dates are announced on short notice.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Sand Rose Beach Resort
7000 Padre Boulevard, South Padre Island, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
King Room with Hot Tub and Partial Sea View
About the hotel
Soak up the island vibe in hot tub suites, then relax with a beachfront yoga session.
from $56 /night
La Copa Inn Beach Hotel
350 Padre Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Standard Studio Suite with Jetted Tub
About the hotel
This top-rated beachfront bliss offers a Jacuzzi in room, ocean breezes, and a relaxing sun deck.
from $87 /night
Comfort Suites Beachside
912 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
King Bed Suite with Jacuzzi Tub
About the hotel
Minutes from Schlitterbahn, private hot tub room offers the perfect escape after a day of fun.
from $55 /night
7. Big Bend Country: Alpine, Marfa and Fort Davis
Far West Texas has very dark night skies. Use Alpine as your base, drive 26 miles to Marfa for its art galleries and its mystery lights, and save a night for a star party at McDonald Observatory.
What to do
- Watch for the Marfa Lights at the viewing area 9 miles east of Marfa on US 90.
- Book a Star Party at McDonald Observatory ahead of time. Programs sell out at spring break and on holidays.
- Drive to Big Bend National Park and see the Rio Grande at Santa Elena Canyon.
- Browse the contemporary art galleries in Marfa.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Hampton Inn Alpine
2607 W Highway 90, Alpine, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Suite with 1 King Bed and Jacuzzi
About the hotel
Mountain retreat with private spa tub, pool and free breakfast, located off Highway 90 and near Sul Ross University.
from $127 /night
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpine Southeast, an IHG Hotel
2004 E Highway 90, Alpine, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Standard Room with 1 King Bed and Whirlpool tub
About the hotel
Alpine hotel with indoor pool, fitness center, free breakfast and private hot tubs in rooms, near the Mexico border.
from $123 /night
8. Waco
Waco is more than Magnolia Market at the Silos. A river cruise on the Brazos and Bosque makes a slow afternoon for two, and the old suspension bridge from 1870 is now for walkers only.
What to do
- Take a river cruise on the Brazos and Bosque, by day or at sunset.
- Tour Cottonland Castle, a restored 1890 house.
- Shop and eat at Magnolia Market at the Silos. The grounds are free.
- Walk across the Waco Suspension Bridge.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Bed and Breakfast on White Rock Creek
267 Ruby Dell Ln, Waco, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Deluxe King Room with Jacuzzi
About the hotel
A country-style escape with spa tub suites, fireplaces, and cozy bedding.
from $150 /night
Hotel Indigo Waco – Baylor, an IHG Hotel
211 Clay Ave, Waco, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
1 Bedroom Suite with Jetted tub
About the hotel
Just blocks from Baylor, whirlpool suites, a trendy cocktail bar, and a welcoming vibe.
from $139 /night
Lakeside South Modern Cabin
in Waco
Waco, TX
About the hotel
Bright cabin with WiFi, AC, pet-friendly comforts, modern interiors, chef’s kitchen, and serene water views nestled quietly near Live Oak Lake.
9. Granbury
Granbury has the first courthouse square in Texas listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and USA Today readers have voted it the Best Historic Small Town in America more than once. Spend the day on the square and the evening on Lake Granbury.
What to do
- Shop and eat on the square, with more than 40 stores.
- See a show at the Granbury Opera House, restored to 1886.
- Rent a kayak or paddleboard at City Beach on Lake Granbury.
Where to stay with a private hot tub
Dilly Dally Cabin
About the hotel
Rustic Granbury retreat with hot tub, stone shower, gas fireplace and fire pit, set on 10 wooded acres.
from $199 /night
10. Tyler
Tyler, in the East Texas pines, has the largest municipal rose garden in the country: 14 acres and about 38,000 rose bushes. Come in spring for the Azalea Trail through historic neighborhoods, or in October for the Texas Rose Festival.
What to do
- Walk the Tyler Rose Garden.
- Drive or walk the Azalea & Spring Flower Trail in March and April.
- Come for the Texas Rose Festival in mid October.
- Taste wine at Kiepersol, a vineyard estate in Tyler.
Where to stay with a private jacuzzi
Kiepersol Bed and Breakfast
21508 Merlot Ln, Tyler, TX 75703-9283
Verified jacuzzi room
Exclusive Room with Hot tub
About the hotel
A vineyard retreat offering Jacuzzi rooms, luxury bedding, and breathtaking countryside views.
from $200 /night
Sleep Inn & Suites Tyler South
5555 Donnybrook Ave, Tyler, TX
Verified jacuzzi room
Whirlpool Room
About the hotel
The right mix of luxury and affordability, with whirlpool suites and top-notch amenities.
from $75 /night
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most romantic place in Texas?
Fredericksburg in the Hill Country is a common pick. CNN Travel called it one of America's Most Romantic Small Towns and Reader's Digest put it on its list of the 13 most romantic small towns, for its wineries, Main Street and Enchanted Rock.
What is the best time of year for a romantic getaway in Texas?
Spring and fall. March and April bring the wildflowers and the azaleas in Tyler, and October is Texas Wine Month in Fredericksburg. In Big Bend, the comfortable season is November to April.
Where should we go in Texas for an anniversary?
A Hill Country B&B with a jetted tub is a classic choice. The Full Moon Inn near Luckenbach, outside Fredericksburg, has a room with a jacuzzi tub that it bills for anniversaries and proposals.
Where can couples go for a 3 day weekend in Texas?
A Hill Country loop works well: Fredericksburg for wine and Enchanted Rock, Wimberley for creeks and cabins, and Gruene for Gruene Hall.
Is South Padre Island good for a couples trip?
Yes. The island's tourism office publishes a romantic getaway guide (sunrise walks, horseback rides on the beach, Sea Turtle Inc.), and AAA lists it among Texas romantic getaways for its beaches and Gulf sunsets.
Sources
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- Wimberley: aaa.com, islands.com, creekhaveninn.com, ksat.com, visitwimberley.com, wimberleyview.com, haysfreepress.com
- Gruene, New Braunfels and Canyon Lake: gruenetexas.com, gruenehall.com, gbra.org, visitnbtx.com, visitnbtx.com, en.wikipedia.org
- San Antonio River Walk: aaa.com, nps.gov, thesanantonioriverwalk.com
- Galveston Island: visitgalveston.com, galvestonhistory.org, visitgalveston.com, visitgalveston.com
- South Padre Island: aaa.com, islands.com, visitsouthpadreisland.com, portisabelsouthpadre.com, visitsouthpadreisland.com
- Big Bend Country: Alpine, Marfa and Fort Davis: aaa.com, islands.com, nps.gov, visitmarfa.com, mcdonaldobservatory.org
- Waco: tourtexas.com, destinationwaco.org, en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org
- Granbury: islands.com, visitgranbury.com, visitgranbury.com, visitgranbury.com
- Tyler: en.wikipedia.org, visittyler.com, visittyler.com, texasrosefestival.org, en.wikipedia.org, cbs19.tv, kiepersol.com