Journey & Leisure introduced its yearly roundup of the world’s greatest lodges this week, and two Texas attributes claimed spots on the coveted listing.
On April 20, the stalwart vacation journal unveiled its It Listing 2021: Our Editors’ Picks of the Best New Motels in the Planet, highlighting 73 of the most effective resorts to open throughout the world. Remarkably, as T&L notes, it was a however a banner yr for new inns, even with a pandemic raging on.
Only two Texas houses built the listing, and lucky for San Antonians wanting for a weekend getaway, they are the two just a quick push absent in Austin.
The Commodore Perry Estate, a sprawling, 10-acre property that includes luxurious accommodations, organic and natural backyard, swimming pool, and impeccably manicured English gardens, opened very last summertime in the heart of Central Austin. Element of the Auberge Resorts Assortment, the Commodore Perry presents 12 suites and 42 guest rooms distribute across the property’s unique 1928 mansion (property to the genuine-lifetime Commodore Perry and spouse and children) and a new, three-story making created adjacent to the grand key household.
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San Antonians hunting for a taste of property should a e book a stay on Sunday, April 25, when the Clementine crew will host a Sunday Supper at the Commodore Perry’s just-opened cafe, Lutie’s.
Also building the record is the Hotel Magdalena, housed on Austin’s stylish South Congress strip. Element of the Bunkhouse Team, the identical folks at the rear of the Lodge Havana downtown, the resort opened in Oct. Impressed by nearby Barton Springs, the Magdalena evokes 1970’s lake household vibes — albeit the coolest lake house you’ve got at any time stepped foot in.
With interconnecting outside hallways, landscaping influenced by Texas flora and fauna, a swanky pool, and an expertly curated sundries store (a Bunkhouse trademark), the Resort Magdalena gives a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of South Congress.
Though its surrounded by some of the most effective places to eat in Austin, really don’t miss out on a meal at Summer season House on New music Lane, which serves up breakfast, lunch, meal, and weekend brunch in a amazing setting. And really don’t skip out on the Bloody Mary, it is really just one of the most effective we have ever experienced.
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