When planning a getaway, it’s always nice to know exactly what is included in the price. At Horseshoe Bay Resort, your resort fee unlocks access to a wide variety of amenities, activities, and experiences designed to help you make the most of your stay. From lakeside adventures and wellness offerings to family-friendly activities and unique animal encounters, there’s plenty to enjoy without ever needing to leave property.
Whether you’re visiting for a family vacation or a relaxing retreat in the Texas Hill Country, these amenities included in your resort fee add value to every stay and make it easy to experience more of what Horseshoe Bay Resort has to offer.
One of the best perks included with your stay is access to the resort’s three pools, each offering a unique experience and complimentary towel service.
Tower Pool: Located at the hotel Tower, the resort’s only heated pool gives you year-round swimming, shaded daybed rentals or pool loungers and convenient access to the pool bar, Café del Sol, for food and drinks. The Tower Pool also features a kids splash pool and a large hot tub.
Waterfront Floating Pool: Set on Lake LBJ, this one-of-a-kind floating pool offers the ultimate lakeside retreat with shaded daybed rentals, loungers, and poolside food and beverage service. The adjacent beach is filled with loungers shaded by umbrellas and a play area with sand toys. Guests can also enjoy nearby complimentary amenities including Pirate’s Cove Playground and a regulation-size sand volleyball court.
Paseo Pool: Tucked away between the fitness and tennis centers, this peaceful pool includes designated adult-only swim hours from 2 PM–8 PM daily.
Complimentary towel service is available at all three pool locations and is included in your resort fee.
Your resort fee also includes access to a variety of wellness experiences designed to keep you active during your stay. Guests can join daily classes including Zumba, Pilates, yoga, cardio, strength training, stretching, running, and aqua fitness. View the fitness schedule to find an activity that fits your itinerary.
In addition, guests enjoy 24-hour key card access to the Paseo Fitness Center, a facility featuring cardiovascular equipment, free weights, and two Peloton bikes. Whether you’re an early riser or prefer a late-night workout, the secure space is open and ready when you are.
Looking to experience Lake LBJ without a big commitment? Guests receive one complimentary hour of paddleboard or kayak use each day of their stay as part of the resort fee. Available through the Horseshoe Bay Resort Marina, this included amenity offers a fun way to explore the water while taking in the beauty of the Texas Hill Country. Single and double kayaks are available, and no reservations are required.
Access to complimentary resort experiences is just one way the resort fee helps you experience lake life and maximize your resort vacation or getaway.
Many guests are surprised to discover that Horseshoe Bay Resort is home to a vibrant flock of exotic birds.
Included in the resort fee, you’ll enjoy experiences that offer the opportunity to meet flamingos, macaws, cockatoos, and several species of parrots. Join the daily Flock Talk and Night Squawk where guests can take photos, learn about each bird, and hear directly from the resort’s aviculturists about their care and personalities. It’s one of the resort’s most unique experiences and a favorite among guests of all ages. (P.S., learn more about our flock here!)
One of the biggest benefits of staying at Horseshoe Bay Resort is having access to a full calendar of complimentary activities and entertainment. Throughout the year, guests can enjoy experiences such as:
Offerings vary by season, so be sure to check the resort calendar during your stay to see what’s happening each day.
Golf enthusiasts can take advantage of the resort’s golf practice facilities, with access during your stay provided complimentary as part of the resort fee.
At Cap Rock Golf Complex, guests can utilize the driving range, short game area, and putting green nestled between Ram Rock and Apple Rock golf courses. Over at Slick Rock Golf Course, guests also have access to additional practice facilities, including a driving range for woods, hybrids, and irons, as well as a putting green. Simply stop by the pro shop before practicing so the team can direct you to the appropriate facilities and ensure everything is set for you to have the best experience possible.
Spanning more than 7,000 acres in the Texas Hill Country, Horseshoe Bay Resort offers complimentary guest rotational transportation services throughout the resort, making it easy to navigate the property. Guests can request rides through the valet team, utilize the shuttle stops located throughout the resort, or contact transportation directly for pickup from various amenities and venues. With transportation services included in your resort fee, it’s easy to enjoy everything the resort has to offer without worrying about driving or parking.
For extended stays, family vacations, or active weekends on the lake, self-service laundry facilities add convenience during your visit. Having access to on-property laundry facilities means you can pack lighter, refresh your wardrobe, and stay comfortable throughout your stay.
At Horseshoe Bay Resort, the resort fee unlocks access to the amenities, activities, and experiences that make a stay here truly memorable. Whether you’re spending the day on Lake LBJ, joining a fitness class, meeting our exotic birds, or simply relaxing poolside, you’ll find countless ways to enjoy the resort without ever leaving property. With so much provided in your stay, all that’s left to do is arrive, explore, and make the most of your Texas Hill Country getaway.
Ready to experience it all for yourself? Book your stay today and start planning your Texas Hill Country resort escape.
All amenities and activities are reserved exclusively for overnight guests and club members to ensure a private and quiet environment for our guests and their families. The public is welcome to dine at J’s Restaurant and Bar or Waterfront Bar & Grill, as well as shop in The Market.
Horseshoe Bay Resort offers complimentary transportation services to our amenities, restaurants, marina, tennis courts, golf courses, and activities. To request transportation, please email [email protected] or visit the concierge desk in the hotel lobby for details. The resort also offers chauffeured car services, which can also be arranged through our concierge.
Only guests staying in The Residences Signature Condos have access to the member-exclusive Yacht Club beach, pool, hot tub and full-service Beach Bar.
Horseshoe Bay Resort has a daily Resort Fee of $45 per room, per night that includes:
Yes. Access to the Waterfront Floating Pool, beach area, Pirate’s Cove Playground, and surrounding waterfront amenities is included for resort guests.
Yes. Families can enjoy seasonal activities, pool games, scavenger hunts, lawn games, exotic bird experiences, Pirate’s Cove Playground, beach activities, stargazing experiences, and more throughout the year.
Just 45 minutes from Austin, 90–minutes from San Antonio or a short trip from Dallas/Fort Worth, Horseshoe Bay Resort is a lakeside escape, offering fun for all ages alongside sweeping Hill Country views.
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There’s something truly special about a fall weekend in the Texas Hill Country – crisp evenings, good company, and flavors that make every moment feel worth savoring. This November, Horseshoe Bay Resort is bringing it all together for the 20th Annual Wine, Dine & Jazz Festival, and you’re invited to celebrate two decades of unforgettable music, food, and wine in style.
Summer may be winding down, but fall brings the perfect weather to hit the courts! At Horseshoe Bay Resort, the first American home of the Mouratoglou Tennis Center, you’ll find six hard courts, six clay courts, and 14 dedicated pickleball courts, all lit for evening play. With world-class professionals and top-tier instruction, our fall racquet sports camps are the ultimate way to sharpen your game this season.
You don’t have to board a plane to a tropical island to experience the vibrant beauty of exotic birds – just visit Horseshoe Bay Resort! Tucked away in the Texas Hill Country, our resort is home to 15 feathered residents: 14 colorful parrots and one elegant flamingo.
Staying active isn’t just about breaking a sweat, it’s about feeling good, clearing your head, and making the most of your time outdoors. Whether you’re someone who likes to keep your energy up or just need to get your body moving while on vacation, Horseshoe Bay Resort has no shortage of ways to stay active in the most scenic setting.