We had to wake up just to write this article, because we’ve never felt more relaxed staying at these 9 resorts in Houston!
Whenever I feel stuck at work, my mind drifts to sandy beaches, lake views, and green surroundings. I end up daydreaming about booking a plane ticket just to escape my daily grind, but end up disappointed as I remember I’m out of vacation credits already.
Then I remember, Houston has a great lineup of resorts offering different vibes–and everything is just a drive away!
So if you’re down for some quick adventure and relaxation, let us go through these resorts in Houston that won’t require you to leave work for long!
1. Margaritaville Lake Resort
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Website: https://www.margaritavilleresorts.com/margaritaville-lake-resort-lake-conroe
Address: 600 Margaritaville, Park Way, Montgomery, TX 77356
Contact Details: +1 936-448-4400
Operating Hours: Open 24 Hours
If you’re in search of a resort that can give you a peaceful lakeside view then Margaritaville Lake Resort should be on your list. This area will make you feel like you’re in a tropical destination with its lush and island-feel atmosphere.
You can choose to book one of their suites with a balcony so you can have a view of the lake in your room.
When it comes to activities in Margaritaville Lake Resort, they host events and activities to make your stay more exciting. They host live music concerts and dinner events so make sure to check their calendar upon check-in.
You and your kids can also enjoy games and sports such as pickleball, tennis, and mini golf. You can also rent boats, paddleboards, kayaks, and fishing equipment to maximize your stay on the lake.
Moreover, if you’ve got kids in tow, you can let them enjoy their time at the arcade, or enjoy their time at the water park and lazy river.
Meanwhile, if you plan to celebrate your wedding, you can do it here at Margaritaville Lake Resort too. You can exchange vows by the lake and continue the celebration at the lakeside event spaces.
You can even get a package covering your rehearsal dinners, brunch meetings with your suppliers and entourage, and bachelor and bachelorette parties.
Pro tip:
If you want to stay closer to the lake, consider booking one of the lakeside cottages at Margaritaville Lake Resort. This accommodation will give you access to both the pool and the lake.
2. The Woodlands Resort
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Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/iahwrqq-the-woodlands-resort
Address: 2301 N Millbend Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Contact Details: +1 281-367-1100
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind resort experience for the whole family then you should head to The Woodlands Resort. This resort gives you a great atmosphere near the forest, allowing you to be closer to nature during your vacation.
Here, you also get a chance to be close to goats. The Woodlands Resort even provides a package where you get a chance to do goat yoga on the lawn right before you eat brunch!
You can also enjoy some sports in The Woodlands Resorts such as golf, tennis, and pickleball.
Meanwhile, if you want to enjoy the fresh breeze amid the pine woods, you can rent a bike to stroll along their 200-mile pathways. It’s also a good opportunity to spot more than 200 species of birds within the resort.
Your kids can enjoy The Woodlands Resort’s waterpark and even float around the lazy river. There’s also an arcade room where they can enjoy playing video games or board games.
You can also rent out event spaces at The Woodlands Resort for celebrations such as weddings and birthdays.
Pro tip:
Consider dropping by The Cool Water Cafe in The Woodlands Resort at night so you can experience eating s’mores around a fire pit while watching movies.
3. Spread Oaks Ranch
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Website: https://spreadoaksranch.com/
Address: 8052 CR403, Markham, TX 77456
Contact Details: +1 979-429-3026
For those searching for resort accommodation on a ranch by the river, then Spread Oaks Ranch is your best bet.
Spread Oaks Ranch is a 5,500-acre ranch located next to the Colorado River. Here, you can enjoy your stay while exploring ranch activities such as clay target shooting, hog and alligator hunting, saltwater and freshwater fishing, and other conservation tours.
Since you’re at a ranch, you can allot some time to visit the organic farms at Spread Oaks Ranch. Here, you can see free-range chickens and cattle roaming around the farm.
There’s also a greenhouse made of glass and stone that you can explore while you’re here at Spread Oaks Ranch.
When it comes to accommodation, you can rent a private casita, complete with a pool deck, infinity pool, and jacuzzi.
If you want to plan a romantic dinner, you can ask the staff to set it up at the fireplace too.
Pro tip:
Consider Spread Oaks Ranch’s farm-to-table cooking classes using the ranch’s organic produce and meats.
4. Four Seasons Hotel Houston
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Website: https://www.fourseasons.com/houston/
Address: 1300 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010
Contact Details: +1 713-650-1300
Four Seasons Hotel Houston is also home to the first-ever Topgolf Swing Suite where you can enjoy swinging clubs on the virtual fairway. The hotel resort can even open the virtual fairway to larger groups.
Aside from virtual golf, you can also enjoy virtual games such as baseball and hockey.
Meanwhile, those who want to spend time in the kitchen can avail of Four Seasons Hotel’s private cooking classes led by a professional chef.
If you want to shop, Four Seasons Hotel Houston also has perfume boutiques and luxury shops inside. Even better, you can also rent luxury accessories from Vivrelle’s which you can also find inside the Four Seasons Hotel.
Moreover, if you wish to roam around the area in style, you can rent their luxurious car lineup.
Pro tip:
Four Seasons Hotel Houston has a 24-hour fitness center onsite, allowing you to workout any time of the day.
5. Isla Grand Beach Resort
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Website: https://islagrand.com/
Address: 500 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Contact Details: +1 956-761-6511
Isla Grand Beach Resort offers you full-service amenities that will make your vacation along the Texas Gulf Coast truly memorable.
You can enjoy strolling along the beautiful sandy beach located in front of Isla Grand Beach.
After hitting the beach, you and your kids can choose from the two huge pools at Isla Grand Beach Resort. You can also spend some time relaxing in the hot tub.
Aside from the waters, you can enjoy its 10-acre lush green area, ensuring you feel relaxed and calm throughout your stay.
You’ll love that Isla Grand Beach has multiple sports areas on site such as tennis courts, and sand volleyball courts.
You also don’t need to worry about food during your stay. If you want to enjoy eating at the beachfront, you can head to Isla Grand Beach Resort’s Windjammer’s Beachfront Cafe.
Pro tip:
If you need to buy new swimwear or floaters, you can head to Isla Grand Resort’s Bobby’s Beach Shack. You can also drop by before leaving so you can grab some souvenirs to commemorate your little vacation.
6. Sand Rose Beach Resort
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Website: https://www.sandroseresort.com/
Address: 7000 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597
Contact Details: +1 956-772-7000
Sand Rose Beach Resort is a beachfront accommodation at South Padre Island. Imagine waking up and hearing the sea waves right at your suite!
What’s great about Sand Rose Beach Resort is that they’ve got amazing ocean views from their rooms. If you don’t want to leave your place, you can just enjoy the views from your sun terrace and just order some food in!
Worried about leaving your furry friends behind? Sand Rose Beach Resort is a pet-friendly resort so you can bring your furry pals over and let them enjoy this vacation with you.
On the other hand, Sand Rose Beach Resort also offers activities such as horseback riding, deep-sea fishing, and parasailing.
Meanwhile, if you wish to go around South Padre Island, you can find nearby attractions such as South Padre Island Adventure Park and the World Birding Center.
Pro tip:
If you love to surf, consider checking in at Sand Rose Beach Resort. The waves in the area are pretty calm, so it’s a good spot to practice your surfing moves.
7. The Villas at the San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center
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Website: https://www.sanluisresort.com/
Address: 5222 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77551
Contact Details: +1 409-744-1500
The San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center has been known for its villas, allowing guests to experience a luxurious stay around Galveston.
You’ll love that these villas have their private entrance and check-in, making you feel like total VIPs right off the bat. Once you’re here, you’ll appreciate having your own butler, ready to assist you with anything you need during your stay.
You can also enjoy your own veranda and jacuzzi, all while being tucked away from the more busy area at San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center.
For the romantic couples out there, The Villas at San Luis Resort Spa & Conference Center is the best spot for you. You can request in-room candlelight dinners, and even request a decorated room filled with anniversary greetings.
You’ll also be served lovely dinners from The Steakhouse which is an AAA Four Diamond Award winner. This promises you high-quality Italian dishes while enjoying your date by the ocean.
Pro tip:
If you wish to go out of your private bubble but prefer not to be surrounded by kids, you can head to The Cove. Here, you can party and enjoy the music from the live entertainment while you take a dip in their adults-only pool.
8. Grand Galvez
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Website: https://www.grandgalvez.com/
Address: 2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
Contact Details: +1 409-765-7721
For more than 100 years, Grand Galvez has been a go-to beachfront hotel and resort on the Texas Gulf Coast.
Here, you can choose from 3 different stylish rooms depending on your personality. For starters, there’s the Gulf View room if you want to relax with views of the Gulf of Mexico.
You can choose to have the City View room if you want to see the city lights at night and see Galveston Island’s take on Victorian architecture. Meanwhile, if you want to feel like you’re in a hidden sanctuary, then you can go for their spa-inspired rooms.
For those of you who love to bring their relaxation to another level, you can relax at their onsite spa where you can avail of massages and other skin treatments and facials, making you rejuvenated throughout your stay.
And if you wish to work on your tan lines, you’ll love the resort pool area at Grand Galvez, complete with comfortable cabanas and lounge chairs by the pool.
Pro tip:
Consider making reservations for the Grand Galvez Sunday Brunch. You can enjoy a buffet filled with Lone Star State specials and seafood specials from the Gulf Coast.
Just remember to wear decent smart casual attire!
9. The Houstonian Hotel, Club, and Spa
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Website: https://www.grandgalvez.com/
Address: 2024 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550
Contact Details: +1 409-765-7721
Another hotel that has a resort-like setting is The Houstonian Hotel, Club, and Spa. This resort offers a wide variety of health and wellness activities for you, making it a great vacation spot for those who want to refresh their mind and body.
You’ll love that there’s a designated 0.8-mile walking path where you can walk or jog in the morning, filled with trees and plants. If you wish to continue your workout, there’s also a fitness corner in the area.
If you want to catch some wildlife, you can see some rabbits and birds around the area too.
There are also other activities that you can do at The Houstonian Hotel, Club, and Spa such as playing tennis or swimming at their sports pool.
When it comes to their rooms, you can go for their traditional rooms and suites, all providing a great view of the city and the resort.
Pro tip:
If you want to try playing racquet, The Houstonian Hotel, Club, and Spa offers lessons at their padel courts. Consider calling their Racquet Sports Department to book a trial session.
