Located in Austin, in the heart of the glorious Texas Hill Country, Barton Creek
Resort
& Spa combines impeccable service with its classic brand of Austin casual
elegance set in luxurious surroundings. Nestled within 4,000 spectacular acres,
this premier destination offers a Southwestern charm that can only be found in
the Lone Star State.
Barton Creek is considered the golf capital of Texas. Featuring some of the most
scenic greens in the state, the resort is home to the No. 1 and No. 2 rated
golf courses in Texas. The readers of
Conde Nast Traveler have ranked Barton Creek Resort & Spa number 39 in the magazine’s 2006 list of the Top 100 Golf Resorts in the World.
Some of golf’s biggest names are the visionaries behind the resort’s four 18-hole championship courses—Fazio Foothills, Fazio Canyons, Crenshaw Cliffside and Palmer Lakeside. These
renowned courses offer challenges to golfers of every skill level while
carefully preserving and integrating the natural Hill Country environment into
every hole, earning the resort the prestigious Certified Audubon Golf Course
distinction. Golfers often take pause to admire the waterfalls, native plants
and abundant wildlife that line the courses.
The Resort also offers state-of-the-art instructional techniques, and is home to
the Barton Creek Golf Academy, featuring ultra-modern facilities and innovative
programs designed to improve all aspects of the game. The academy is led by
Brech Spradley.
After a round or two of golf, guests are invited to enjoy the full-service spa
at Barton Creek. It offers pampering treatments and relaxing indulgences that
promote a sense of total well-being. The resort
’s team of spa professionals is dedicated to creating a sense of calm that will
rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit.
The Spa features an impressive array of services, supervised by experienced,
licensed therapists. Body treatments include the Rainforest Body Rinse, the
Detoxifying Marine Body Masque, the Marine Botanical Envelopment and the Cocoon
Body Treatment. Those interested in receiving a massage can do so with a
partner or solo. Several massage options are available including, Swedish, hot
stone and more. There
’s even a Golfer’s Relief Massage available for visitors who just can’t seem to get enough of the game. Aromatherapy, facials, eye-care therapy and a
variety of other salon services are also available.
The spa also features an expansive fitness center. Certified instructors offer a
variety of aerobics classes such as stretch class, water aerobics, interval
training, body sculpting, kickboxing, adult swimming, cardio cross training,
salsa, hatha yoga, spinning and pilates, as well as
mommy and me programs. A half-mile nature trail offers nature lovers a beautiful
view of the resort
’s surrounding landscape.
Barton Creek has also learned to woo guests through their stomachs. Whether the
mood is casual or formal, each of the resort
’s exceptional restaurants feature delicious cuisine for all occasions. For
exquisite dining surrounded by views of the rolling hills, guests can visit the
resort
’s AAA Four Diamond rated Hill Country Dining Room for breakfast, lunch or
dinner. The Hill Country Dining Room is the favorite breakfast venue of famed
University of Texas coach, Darrell Royal. Early risers are treated to an
elaborate breakfast buffet and a selection of hearty menu items.
Lunch and dinner specialties include toasted curry lobster soup, pan seared pheasant breast and sesame seared tuna,
complemented by a superb wine selection.
For more casual fare, The Grill features a full menu of Southwestern favorites
such as The Grill Nachos or the Cowboy Steak Salad, while Jim Bob
’s is a popular post-game meeting place with pool tables, cards and a big-screen
TV. Guests can unwind at this watering hole with a variety of cocktails or
locally brewed beer, and can order snacks and entrees from the extensive menu.
Barton Creek also offers guests seasonal poolside dining featuring specialty
drinks, salads, appetizers and desserts.
In addition to its superior cuisine, the impressive wine list at Barton Creek
Resort
& Spa has earned a number of accolades including an Award of Excellence and
inclusion in the list of Best Restaurants in the World for
Wine Lovers in Wine Spectator Magazine.
At Barton Creek Resort & Spa the perfect day ends with the perfect rest. Guest rooms are beautifully
appointed with the unique style and comfort that defines Texas chic. Each room
offers spectacular views of the scenic countryside.
Several special rooms are also available, including the Fairway suites, which
overlook either the Crenshaw Cliffside or Fazio Foothills golf course.
A visit to Austin will make you think you’ve escaped to another world, without the hassle of a long-distance trip. But, be warned, if you decide to stay at the Barton Creek Resort & Spa, you may never want to go home. To find out more, visit www.bartoncreek.com.
For reservations, call 1-866-572-7369.
