I've stayed here a handful of times and really love this place so I am biased.

To me, this is the best club/lounge in the USA. They have complimentary cocktail hour 5-8pm and they carry my favorite Austin Amber Ale (although it is not self-serve). The spread includes 2 hot dishes as well as salad, cheese & meats, nuts, pickled items, bread/roll, chips, veggies, dips and other vittles. It's a large selection. 3 dessert dishes as well. I've never eaten breakfast in the club as I like to sleep in but the breakfast/brunch at Firewheel is delicious.

The staff here is sometimes young but they embody the southern hospitality with Texan charm. They are mostly local people from the area (Bastrop) and you can tell they take pride in their job and want to take care of the guests.

I've stayed in their "Guest Cottage" or the Litton House which is amazing accommodation. 2 bedrooms with 3 full baths, full kitchen, large dining table, officially it sleeps 8. The house is next to Spa Django and you have a backdoor access to their (adult) pool and hot tub which is nice as you don't have to schlep to the water park; it's like being in your backyard. They also give you 2 golf carts to cruise around the grounds It's truly an amazing place, I think it's great for entertaining 15-20 guests for a family reunion or some other event -- plenty of space. The rate was $1500/night and you have to call the property to book.

Glob recognition is good. They preemptively e-mailed me prior to the stay for special requests and to share the activities calendar. Resort fee was automatically waived without having to ask.

I think if you are an out-of-stater looking to check out Austin, this place isn't ideal. But if you are in the Central Texas or Houston area and looking for vacation ideas, you should absolutely check this place out. This is the type of hotel to bring your kids or significant other and just have fun.