Amazing experience! We reserve three days and two nights for our anniversary and we highly…read morerecommended! The place is romantic, quite and you really feel the connection with the nature. The service was outstanding, and the massage services were excellent! The only recommendation is to paver the drive because is so scare and should be horrible in rain time. But that the only down thing.

Amazing experience! Cannot wait to book again! The views and the amenities were fantastic.read more

Grateful. Renewed. Inspired…read more I had the pleasure of spending time at Miraval Austin talking about products I genuinely love with the best of the best in the spa industry. But even more special was having two incredible leaders pour into me and host me through an authentic Miraval guest experience. And all I can say is WOW. Miraval is all about slowing down, unplugging, and being present. With phone free spaces and even a phone bag to encourage disconnecting, it's a beautiful reminder to put the phone down and truly be in the moment. I captured a few memories, but more importantly, I left feeling renewed, grateful, and inspired. If Miraval Austin is on your list, take this as your sign. Spend time at the spa, shop with the amazing Solara staff, unplug, and experience how amazing you can feel when you give yourself permission to reset. #MiravalAustin #SpaIndustry #WellnessJourney #Gratitude #SelfCare

I received a flyer in the mail about day passes available in July and August, and I'm so glad I…read moredid! My entire day at the resort was wonderful. I attended four classes, and in hindsight, I wish I had chosen more mind classes instead of physical ones, but now I know for next time. My first class was with Theresa, who is truly a gem at the resort. If you have the chance to take a class with her, do it! I attended her Earth Wisdom class, and I loved it. The next time I visit, I will make sure to take every class she teaches. It was a powerful experience. After that, I tried a new-to-me spa treatment called Shamana-Karma, which felt magical. I wish I could remember my therapist's name because she did an amazing job. For lunch, I ordered a burger and helped myself to the salad bar. Unfortunately, the burger was the biggest disappointment of the day--it was overcooked and more like a hockey puck. Trust me, I wasn't hungry, as the buffet offered more than enough food. On the positive side, the staff was very friendly. In the afternoon, I joined a series of yoga classes, starting with Stretch and Relax, followed by Happy Hips, and finally, Shoulders Set Free. That was quite a bit of yoga for such a short period, and by the halfway point of the Happy Hips class, I was feeling done. All three classes were taught by Amy, and between the Stretch and Happy Hips, there was a lot of repetition in the movements. Next time, I'll avoid scheduling so many yoga classes in a row. The highlight of my day, especially on such a hot Texas day, was the quiet room in the spa. Anytime I felt myself starting to melt, I would retreat there. It was so relaxing and cool! I've even started to recreate a quiet room in my home, complete with no devices, cooler temperatures, and a weighted blanket. I could have spent the entire day just in that room. I visited on the hottest day this year in Texas, with a heat index well over 100 degrees. Because of this, moving from one point to another can really heat you up. Having had heat stroke in the past makes me even more sensitive to the heat, so keep this in mind if you're planning a visit during the summer. I did have a bit of a downside experience with the pools, as both are in full sun for most of the day. The deck at the spa pool was too hot to walk on, and the gate at the other pool burned my hands. The Texas sun is no joke! By the end of the day, I was thankful that the building finally provided some shade at the spa pool, allowing me to enjoy a bit of time there. Despite the overcooked burger and the heat--which is beyond their control--it was a wonderful day. I've already shared my experience with three friends and can't wait to plan another visit. I have an extremely stressful job and home life, and this experience helped me greatly, even if only for a few hours. Thank you to everyone who works there for allowing locals to come and experience such a relaxing day!

Stayed for one night as we were driving through Johnson City. Because of the great reviews, we…read morechose to stay here. Glad we did! The room was clean, spacious and the bed was oh so comfy. The sheets were satin and lovely. I think it would be nice to have some fresh brewed coffee and pastries in the morning at the main house. Only negative, but not enough to give anything less than a 5 star.

What a great find! Peaceful, reasonably priced bed and breakfast. Our room was clean, food was…read moregood, beautiful upstairs front porch overlooking the oak tree grove.

This tucked away hidden gem of a hotel was a great find right off 360. You follow up the narrow…read morewinding road that leads you to the hotel, parking garage and Apple campus. It's a bit confusing where to park as I don't like to do valet and it's a walk from the garage to the hotel. I made the mistake of going to the back where the pool is following an employee. Then realized I needed to walk back down and around to the entrance to check in. The hotel is beautiful and gives the feel of being in the Italian countryside. The lobby is welcoming and the flowers look real even though they're artificial. The bar is very welcoming and good vibes all around. My friend and I had a bit of a staycation and found the room clean, spacious and loved the kitchenette and comfortable bed. A complimentary bottle of wine and water was a nice touch. We could actually enjoy the bottle with wince glasses. The bathroom was spacious but a shower only. I opted to leave my phone in the room to really focus on the present and not scrolling on my phone. So sadly no pictures. We booked massages in the spa. I've been to many hotel spas and this set up was rather disjointed and confusing. Coming out of the elevator (which was decorated with a Tuscan painting on the back wall) the spa shop was there but the door was locked and nobody inside. We waited for a bit until a woman saw us and came from down the hall to check us in. We had booked online and upgraded to a deep tissue massage. While the charge was there, it didn't seem to convey to her screen. She finally said okay just head down the hall, you're all checked in. So we go down the hall and find the door to the spa and really didn't know where to go. One of our therapists came out and handed us a paper to fill out as we sat on the lounge chairs and then said we could go into the dressing room to change into a robe and put our things in the lockers. We arrived an hour early to possibly enjoy the sauna or steam shower but weren't told anything. So we came back out in our robes, barefoot and filled out the short consent form and waited. There were a couple of ladies who had finished their facials or whatever service and were chairing....yet we sat there waiting for some guidance. My therapist was Hilary. The table was comfortable but not heated and she demonstrated a drop for your boobs which was interesting and a nice touch and turned on the heated table but it wasn't ever really warm. It was not by any means a deep tissue massage. More what I call a fluff and buff. I felt like I was being massaged by a massage student applying oil but didn't really wanting to touch me. I kept saying you can go deeper and use your elbows but she didn't. What she massaged on one side wasn't the same routine on the other. I think the massage was only about 45 minutes long. The hot towels were a nice touch but she kept walking away for long gaps in-between. She seemed distracted. Then after the massage, she mentioned the sauna and other amenities but at that point we had dinner reservations and needed to get ready in the room. So sadly had to decline as that should've been offered in the beginning and then the therapist come and collect us when it was time for our appointment. Maybe a tour of the spa and a better explanation should've been offered. After we got changed, once again nobody was in the shop part to check out. For the price, the service was not worth it. Same woman came from down the hall and came in and had trouble with the check out and charge. So fantastic hotel and amenities but the spa needs room for improvement. Especially since most guests have never been there before and from out of town. That's why I couldn't give a full 5 stars.

Having spent 20+ years in hospitality, travel and the spa industry, including experience with…read moreSpafinder, i-SPA, Four Seasons and Marriott, I tend to notice the details. I've also experienced extraordinary five- and even six-star properties, and I've learned that true luxury isn't simply about what has been spent--it's consistency, attention to detail, anticipatory service and, most importantly, people who understand hospitality. My best friend, Janel, and I took two days to simply be together and literally open the calendar to plan some of her future travels. With her children now in college, she's at a wonderful stage of life where she wants to see the world and experience the best of the best--five-star hotels, exceptional restaurants and memorable experiences. Hotel Viata seemed like the perfect setting. The property is gorgeous--an Italianate gem tucked into the Texas Hill Country, with a sense of escape while still convenient to Austin. And then there is Ashley Quarles, Director. Honestly: How in the world is Ashley everywhere, and does she ever sleep? She was there when I checked in. She was there at the spa. When something needed attention, she was there. When I had a question or offered feedback, she was there--and genuinely wanted to hear it. After 20+ years in this industry, I recognize the difference between someone doing a job and someone taking ownership of the guest experience. Ashley takes ownership. She is warm, gracious, professional, responsive and remarkably receptive. Nothing seemed to be "someone else's department." If it affected a guest, she cared. I don't say this lightly: Ashley Quarles is a significant reason Hotel Viata operates at the level it does. Beautiful properties can be built. Genuine hospitality comes from people. The pool was a highlight. It is secluded, peaceful and exceptionally maintained. Every chaise lounge and piece of outdoor furniture was beautifully cared for, with plentiful, beautifully presented towels. I've stayed at five- and six-star properties where pool furnishings weren't maintained this well. Someone here is paying attention. I also loved the live DJ poolside. Rather than generic piped-in music, an actual DJ quietly and discreetly created the atmosphere. The music enhanced the experience without interfering with conversation--sophisticated, relaxed and beautifully done. Gabe, the pool and lounge/bar manager, was fantastic. He was present, knowledgeable, personable and refreshingly candid. He listened to what we liked and recommended what he genuinely thought we would enjoy--even steering us away from something he didn't think was right for us. That is anticipatory service rather than simply taking an order. The spa is where I saw the greatest opportunity for refinement. It is intimate and boutique, but luxury spa hospitality begins before the treatment. Janel wasn't escorted to her locker or provided spa footwear, and her heated massage table wasn't functioning properly and was actually cool, requiring her to request another blanket. These things didn't ruin the experience; they are opportunities. It's those seemingly small details that transform a good massage into an exceptional luxury spa experience. I shared them with Ashley, who listened without defensiveness and genuinely wanted to know. I left believing she would actually do something with the feedback. Dinner was fantastic--quality ingredients, beautiful preparation and presentation. And Luis was magnificent. He is a true mixologist who understands his craft and can explain the ingredients and thought behind his creations. More importantly, he understands anticipatory service. He listened to what we were looking for and essentially said, "Let me show you what I think you'll love." He was right. Our room was beautiful, with exceptionally comfortable beds, wonderful linens and a luxurious sense of space. We did have a temperamental telephone and a toilet that wasn't functioning quite properly. There were also small arrival-service inconsistencies involving assistance to the room and obtaining ice. These should be addressed, but they didn't define our stay. After two decades in hospitality, I've learned: No property is perfect. What matters is what happens when something isn't perfect. Hotel Viata already has the difficult pieces--a gorgeous property, beautiful rooms, excellent food, an exceptionally maintained pool and people who care. The smaller inconsistencies can be fixed. Gabe demonstrated genuine hospitality at the pool. Luis demonstrated it at dinner. And Ashley Quarles demonstrated it everywhere. Janel and I came to relax, reconnect and dream about where her next adventures might take her. We left thoroughly enjoying Hotel Viata and appreciating the people who took care of us. Beautiful hotels are easy to find. Beautiful hotels filled with people who genuinely understand hospitality are much rarer. Hotel Viata has those people.

Do not book this house if you want any rest or peace!! Read past reviews! I wish I had. We wasted…read more$263 for one night in this dirty loud room. To start off, Instructions to our room were incorrect. It says to park in the back then exit your vehicle to the walkway and go left at the Y, then up a staircase on your right and the Travis door would be the second door on the right and to use the keypad. There is no door on the second floor that says Travis with a keypad. You have to go around to the front of the house and find the door on the FIRST floor that says Travis with the keypad to get in. We were checking in at night and after trying all the stairs at the back of the house where we were told to park and looking at all of the doors, we finally went to the front of the house and found our correct room/door on the first floor. This place is only good if you're a hard sleeper, or if you're here to party and stay up until 2:00 am. Bring ear plugs if you want any sleep before 2:00 am!! The details say quiet time at the house starts at 10:00 pm, but why bother with that "rule" when this house sits across the street from a bar/music venue that stays open until 2:00 am.. You can hear their music blaring and thumping, cars screeching down the side road, people talking on the sidewalks and street, and we even heard a girl throwing up outside at 12:40 am. Also heard an irate man who was kicked out of the bar wandering the street in front of the house screaming profanity and racist comments from 12:30-1:00. It was a great spectacle to watch from our balcony since we couldn't sleep. We heard most of this noise from inside the bedroom while we were trying to sleep, which we did not get to do until after 2:00 as we also heard the bar close and everyone empty out onto the street in front of the house. The battery was missing in the fan/light remote in the bedroom so you couldn't use the fan to help cool the room or to help with white noise. I would've thought this was checked when the room was "cleaned" before our arrival. There was a used k cup still in the coffee maker from whoever stayed last. I would've thought this was checked when the room was "cleaned" before our arrival. There also seemed to be a little white mold spot on the wood floor under the AC unit, and tons of stains on the old carpet on the stairs. Also the shower liner was disgusting, the bathroom tiles were dirty, and the toilet brush by the toilet was disgusting. I wish I did more research on the location of this house, but the bar did not show up on the map. While the house was cute on the outside, the "suite" itself definitely didn't feel like a suite, nor did it feel clean, safe, or relaxing. Such a waste of $263 for ONE night. I was hoping paying more for a place for one night, it would be better than some local hotels but boy were we wrong.

This rundown location is extremely noisy and not at all a place of rest. At first I thought it…read moremight just be the front units that would be impossible to sleep in, but then all of the drag racing and 2:00 engine revving disabused me of that notion. It also lacks even the most basics. It has a kitchen but no wash rag for the sink, nor any ice trays for the freezer. A Kurig, but no coffee pods (not even the cheapest of stuff that roadside motels nowadays offer). No facial tissues to be found anywhere?? Table stakes. Also, must add that this place is potentially quite insecure. There is an external keypad (only) for the entry door, but no way to lock that from within (see photo). Thus, presumably, whomever has stayed previously in your "suite" or who maybe is/has been employed here in some capacity could possibly access your room at any hour of the day or night. And will add - importantly - that the dumpy little bar across the street is open until 2:00a SEVEN DAYS A WEEK. Thump, thump, thump all night long, accompanied by drunken wailing and constant comings and goings of loud trucks with a minimal exhaust system (if any). One will enjoy slamming automobile doors every handful of minutes, especially towards closing time. The music also gets louder and louder as the witching hour approaches - an old bar manager trick to the drinkers a-drinkin.' Oh, patrons park directly in front of McKenzie - literally right outside of your front door if you happen to be in a front unit (woe is you). You are expected to park in the back and walk around if in a front unit. Within the building, there's seemingly zero sound-proofing, either vertically or horizontally. Can clearly make out the words of everyone around you at all hours (made some recordings if ownership/management is ever interested). Which, of course, in turn means that every single thing you say within the confines of your room is up for grabs by all of your neighbors. If you book a ground floor room, every single footstep above will be experienced loudly. As far as aforementioned ownership/management, just know that they will be utterly unsympathetic to any pleas regarding any of this - it's, you know, beyond their control or ability to remedy (even though they haven't warned you about any of this as part of the booking process). This property is a red flag DO NOT STAY under any circumstances - including if the only alternative is to sleep in your vehicle. You were warned.

They responded quickly to my question but unfortunately I didn't see the message in time. Still, I…read moresent them a return message to let them know I appreciated their response and will keep them in mind for the next trip.

My girlfriends and I have stayed at Asante several times. We love getting away from it all at the…read moreNyumba house. The house is spacious, comfortable and perfectly stocked. The kitchen has all the dishes, pots and utensils you need as well as some great breakfast treats. The bedrooms and bathrooms are clean and very comfortable. The great room has cozy spots to sit and chat as well as a huge TV for movies. The grounds, pool, hot tub and patio area are great places to hang out with a glass of wine and some appetizers. Everything is neat as a pin and perfectly decorated. Kimberly is always available to walk you through setting your music up to the house speakers or remind you of your gate code. I recommend this place highly! You won't be disappointed!

A nice, quaint place for a quiet stay (even with a reunion and volleyball games happening). It has…read morerv sites with full hook ups, condos near the lake, and several cabins. It also has a small arcade, small play ground, volleyball court, and swimming pool on the land side of things; and a covered fishing pier, swimming dock, and boat ramp for those who want to be on the lake. The only downside for us was that the turns into and in the rv portion were a little tight to navigate at times. (For size reference, we have a 36 ft pull behind trailer that is pulled with a Chevrolete 2500 Silverado) Overall the resort has cozy, friendly, family feel which I enjoyed. I would recommend it for those looking for that type of atmosphere.

well i have been out here in hoover valley for 10 yrs. the original owners always let the grandkids…read moreand me swim for 5$ per person a day!! Pretty doable for a grandma! the new owners charged 10$ per person when they first advertised! that wasn't so bad but i called today and it's 25$ per person for the day!! Inks lake 3 miles away will be getting my business now or marbel falls pool!!! talk about inflation! Marbel falls 4$ a person and it cost me less than 10$ at inks lake last time i went!!

Went here for a friend's birthday weekend getaway! (group of 10, plus 1 baby and 5 dogs) Sally was…read morevery accommodating, and even had a pack and play for the baby! We loved being out in nature, but we all also loved indoor plumbing and air-conditioning, so this was perfect! Plenty of space for the pups to run around, and she even made sure the pool was freshened up for us, too! The airstreams were charming, and all the decor was also so thoughtfully curated!

What a lovely spot for a getaway! I went for my friend's bachelorette party & everything about it…read morewas so cute/fun!! Only suggestion would be to have an ice maker in the kitchen. :)