Romantic Getaways in Texas

1. Hotel Galvez and Spa

Hotel Galvez and Spa has been a Galveston landmark for more than a century, renowned as one of the city's top beachfront hotel destinations. The hotel is the only historic beachfront hotel to receive an AAA Four-Diamond rating on the Texas Gulf Coast, located just across the street from the city's stunning Gulf of Mexico beachfront. Warmly-decorated guest rooms and suites showcase city or beach views from all rooms, showcasing upscale amenities like iPod docks, rainfall showerheads, flat screen televisions, and minifridges. Luxurious onsite amenities include a full-service spa, an exercise room, and use of loaner bikes for exploring the city's downtown attractions. The hotel's award-winning Sunday brunches have been named as one of the United States' 100 best brunch destinations, serving up delectable coastal cuisine. Unique hotel amenities include weekly guided history tours, free audio tours, and monthly ghost tour dinner events.

2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550, Phone: 409-765-7721

2. Colton House Hotel, Austin

Colton House Hotel has been voted the coolest boutique hotel in Austin, which gives you every reason to book your next romantic getaway at Colton House.

The hotel is home to 80 beautiful suites which have been designed to appeal to all tastes. Each of the elegantly appointed studios and suites boast up-scale toiletries, kitchens or kitchenettes, comfortable beds and seating areas and a great home-from-home appeal.

There is an outdoor pool with loungers, a fitness room, yoga studio and an elegant coffee and cocktail lounge. While there is no on-site restaurant you will find a food truck in attendance. Drinks and snacks are available pool-side.

2510 S. Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, 512 220 1795

3. Berry Springs Park and Preserve, Texas

Berry Springs Park and Preserve is a charming public park in Williamson County, located just a short drive from the city of Georgetown on preserved farmlands on the banks of Berry Springs. The park, which is surrounded by beautiful Berry and Dry Berry Creeks, is a popular freshwater fishing spot that has been voted as Georgetown's best-kept secret by local residents. Scenic pecan and oak trees provide shelter from the heat for those looking to enjoy picnics or play pick-up sports games on the park's shady field greens. A 2.5-mile hiking and biking trail connects to the city's broader Parks and Recreation trail system. Equestrian trails are also offered, along with day-use picnic pavilions featuring barbecue grills. Primitive and electric hookup campsites are offered throughout the park, while RV sites are offered at nearby Berry Springs RV Park.

1801 Co Rd 152, Georgetown, TX 78626, Phone: 512-930-0040

4. Bryan Beach

Bryan Beach is a lovely coastal village located just south of the city of Freeport within Texas' Brazoria County, named in honor of 19th-century area pioneer James Perry Bryan. The village stretches along Texas' gorgeous Gulf of Mexico coastline and is home to the spectacular Bryan Beach State Recreation Area, which was opened to the public in 1973 and protects 878 acres of natural sand dune habitat. Visitors can explore the lovely recreation area and see native animals like grasshopper mice, opossums, gophers, and rice rats in their natural habitat. Shorebirds and migratory birds flock to beautiful Bryan Beach, which is a popular area spot for sunbathing, swimming, and kite flying throughout the year. Map

5. Camp Creek Recreation Area, Texas

Camp Creek Recreation Area is a lovely 40-acre public recreation area located along the northern shores of Lake Travis, near the city of Marble Falls. The lovely public park is a popular spot for area anglers looking to catch white bass throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy year-round opportunities for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and boating at the lake, which offers a free public-access boat ramp for visitor use. Day-use picnic sites offer pavilions, barbecue grills, and fire pits, set underneath the shelter of a grove of beautiful pecan trees. Overnight camping is offered at several sites throughout the park, including group campsites for groups of 20 or more.

3408, 1221 Co Rd 343, Marble Falls, TX 78654, Phone: 512-473-3366

6. Crockett Hotel

Crockett Hotel is a charming San Antonio hotel located directly across the street from the preserved Spanish colonial Alamo Mission, one of the world's great colonial sites, noted for its role in Texas' battle for independence in the 19th century. The historic hotel dates back to 1909 and has operated as an independent business for more than a century. It was restored to its historic glory in 1982 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 138 beautifully-appointed guest rooms and suites are showcased throughout the hotel, home to lovely modern amenities like flat screen televisions, coffee makers, and complimentary wireless internet. Upgraded rooms offer fort views from private windows and balconies. Lovely visitor amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, the hip Ernie's Bar, and the delicious Landmark Restaurant, serving up Texas-shaped waffles and signature Southwestern dishes.

320 Bonham, San Antonio, TX 78205, Phone: 800-292-1050

7. Davis Mountains State Park, Texas

Davis Mountains State Park, Texas is a spacious 2,709-acre state park located within the beautiful Davis Mountain range, near the city of Fort Davis. The lovely state park was originally deeded to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in the 1930s and developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, opened to the public in 1938. It is located adjacent to beautiful Fort Davis National Historic Site and makes for a great getaway destination for travelers looking to explore historic landmarks on a budget. Four miles of hiking trails are showcased throughout the park, which is also home to equestrian trails and campsites. Guests can stay at the park's lovely adobe-style Indian Lodge, constructed by the CCC, which showcases rustic guest rooms and suites.

TX-118, Fort Davis, TX 79734, Phone: 432-426-3337

8. Emerald Beach Hotel

Emerald Beach Hotel is a beautiful modern hotel located on stunning Corpus Christi Bay, just minutes from lovely area attractions like the Texas State Aquarium. The charming Corpus Christi resort offers 368 traditionally-decorated guest rooms and suites showcasing minimalist coastal decor and luxurious amenities like LCD flat screen televisions, pillowtop mattresses, and in-room coffee makers. Some upgraded rooms offer private balconies featuring bay views or doors with direct beach access. All guests can make use of the hotel's state-of-the-art guest amenities, including a full fitness center, an indoor pool, and a relaxing hot tub. The hotel's private beachfront stretch is home to volleyball courts and the vibrant Kokomo's Outdoor Bar, open between March and October.

1102 S Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401, Phone: 361-883-5731

9. Enchanted Rock State Park

Enchanted Rock State Park is a lovely National Natural Landmark located approximately half an hour north of the city of Fredericksburg, protected as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark since 1971. The beautiful park protects the pink granite mountain of the same name, which is located within Texas' gorgeous Llano Uplift geographic region. Couples can explore the park's 11 miles of spectacular hiking trails throughout the year and enjoy opportunities for year-round recreation, including chances for rock climbing and stargazing. The park's mountain summit offers some of the best panoramic views of Texas Hill Country via the lovely Summit Trail. For couples looking to stay in the area on a budget, the park's designated campgrounds offer primitive and hookup campsites.

16710 Ranch Rd 965, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, Phone: 830-685-3636