Local Deals for Austin

Find your center in both body and mind with a wellness retreat to TripAdvisor's No. 1 resort in Austin with this exclusively negotiated deal for $249. Regularly $450 for two people, this offer from Travaasa Austin includes an upgraded room with canyon views plus $125 in credits. Travel weekdays, April-August, or weekends for $90 more.

Glide across Lady Bird Lake while taking in views of downtown Austin with this Local Deal for Austin Water Bikes. For $19, regularly $44, two people can rent these hybrid bike/kayaks and pedal across the lake for an hour.

CultureMap Austin hails Corazon at Castle Hill for serving up "some of the most delicious Mexican dishes in town," and Zagat gives its innovative interior Mexican and modern Southwestern cuisine a "very good to excellent" (22) rating. With this Local Deal for $29, regularly $67, two people can sit down to dinner in Old West Austin.

Selected last month by Austin Monthly as Austin's top cupcakes, these gourmet treats at Lick It Bite It or Both come in more than 10 classic and creative flavors. For $10, Travelzoo subscribers can delight in any 12 cupcakes at this North Austin shop, which opened earlier this year across from The Domain.

Celebrate the life and humor of Austin's beloved columnist Molly Ivins at the new production of "Red Hot Patriot" at the intimate ZACH Theatre. With this deal, tickets are 32% off.

Experience a San Antonio landmark rich in more than 150 years of history with this exclusively negotiated $139 offer from the Menger Hotel. Stretch out in a one-bedroom suite across from the Alamo (regularly $239) plus receive a $50 credit to use in the restaurant or bar. Travel Sundays-Thursdays through September or Fridays-Saturdays for $60 more.

The Austin Chronicle says stepping into Spa Django, inside the AAA 4-Diamond Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa, is like "entering another world."  With this exclusive Local Deal for $79, get an hourlong relaxation massage at the spa that earns 4- and 4.5-star ratings from TripAdvisor and Yelp users.

Nestled among the trees on Westlake Drive between downtown Austin and Westlake sits Peach Body Boutique. For $65, indulge with three treatments at this private retreat, regularly $135.

Take in views of downtown Austin while gliding across Lady Bird Lake in a kayak with this exclusive Local Deal from Texas Rowing Center. For $29, regularly $68, two people can rent a watercraft of their choice for two hours, then enjoy lunch with drinks at Toastie's Sub Shop nearby.

Eater.com lists SPIN Modern Thai on its Heat Map of Where to Eat Right Now, and the Austin American-Statesman says the collaboration between Ek Timrerk (Uchi and East Side King) and Thai Changthong (Uchiko) "delivers fresh bold flavors." With this Local Deal for $35, regularly $64, two people can savor a three-course dinner at this Cedar Park eatery.

Inspired by the authentic recipes of his grandmother, chef and owner David Garrido has created a menu of contemporary Mexican cuisine that earns a "very good to excellent" (22) rating from Zagat. For $35, regularly $66, two people can savor a three-course dinner at his eponymous restaurant, a "cool Mexican Canteen" that boasts a 4-star rating on Urbanspoon.

Austin Fit Magazine says that Pure Austin Fitness "makes working out feel like an adventure," and its readers voted it Best Local Gym. Fitness-minded Yelpers love it too, giving this indoor/outdoor fitness complex 4 stars. With this exclusive Local Deal, start the year out right with 10 passes to Pure Austin Fitness for $15, regularly $150.

The award-winning Hiatus Spa + Retreat has been a longtime favorite for its unique organic treatments; the Dallas location has earned "best of" accolades from publications like D Magazine. Travelzoo subscribers can experience the new Austin location -- which opened in December and already boasts a 4.5-star rating on Yelp -- with this exclusive Local Deal for two signature services for $99, regularly $200.

Soak in the sun, then let the rolling waves lull you to sleep at a 4-star beachfront South Padre Island hotel for 50% off current pricing. For $99 per night, Sunday-Thursday, kick back in a studio room at the Peninsula Island Resort & Spa and receive a $50 spa credit. Or stay two nights, Sunday-Wednesday arrivals, for $179. This offer includes dates in April and May, when temperatures average in the 80s.

We've negotiated a deal on a luxurious facial package at 72 Aveda salons and spas nationwide for $49 -- up to 60% off the regular price. This Travelzoo exclusive is only on sale for 72 hours.

Take to the skies during an exhilarating hang-gliding lesson from Fly Texas, the only school recognized by the Austin Free Flight Association. With this exclusive Local Deal for $49 per person, regularly $99, Travelzoo subscribers can learn aviation basics and take a series of solo flights in Luling.

We couldn't have said it better: "In south Texas, it's a given: When the temperatures reach over 100 degrees (sometimes as early as May!), it's time to grab a tube, load up your ice chest, and jump in the river" (10best.com). Travelzoo has negotiated a number of deals with Rockin 'R' River Rides to help subscribers cool down this summer. Tubing trips down the Guadalupe River start at $16 for two people.

Grab the kids and head for the Hill Country for a fun-filled getaway for four at 47% off current prices. The 4-star Horseshoe Bay Resort, located on sparkling Lake LBJ, is offering a $149-per-night deal that includes breakfast and a round of golf on the Whitewater putting course for two adults and two children through March 8. Stay Fridays-Saturdays for $10 more.

Sharpen your kitchen skills with this Local Deal for gourmet cooking classes that bring together Le Cordon Bleu and the television series "MasterChef," two culinary institutions. These hands-on classes, led by professional Le Cordon Bleu chef-instructors, teach vital cooking techniques and introduce students to international cuisine. For $99, regularly $198, two people get access to any of the Saturday courses.

Make your driving dreams a reality with this exclusive Local Deal from Lone Star Exotics. For $99, cruise through Austin in a super-luxe Lamborghini Gallardo, Shelby Mustang GT500, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 or Dodge Viper SRT-10, regularly up to $250. Or, for just $50 more, drive a Ferrari F430 through town, regularly $300.

Zagat calls Izzoz Tacos "a contender for the Austin taco crown," and the Bouldin Creek taco truck boasts a 4-star rating on Yelp from more than 200 reviews. Our Deal Experts have negotiated exclusive offers at some of Austin's top Mexican restaurants, and for $4, get $8 worth of anything on the breakfast, lunch or dinner menu at this acclaimed Bouldin Creek venue.

Grab the family and take unlimited trips to the Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary with this exclusive Local Deal. For $49, get an annual pass to this family-friendly zoo good for four people (regularly $100), which is less than the cost of two family visits.

A part of the Austin restaurant landscape since 1953, the famous Frisco diner is still earning awards and accolades. Just last year, readers of the Chronicle deemed its pie the Best of Austin. With this deal, two can settle in for a down-home dinner for $25, regularly $57, at the only remaining restaurant from the famous Night Hawk chain.

Located directly downtown in the heart of the Central Business district, Skin Spa Austin Lounge has received 4 stars from Yelp users. Unwind with an 80-minute hot stone massage and a 60-minute facial in this new, loft-style urban spa for $95, regularly $200.

BlackBook magazine says Trifecta on 3rd in the Warehouse District is "a unique fusion of venue that pairs the ease of a sports bar with the maturity of a bourbon lounge." With this exclusive Local Deal for $19, regularly $36, two people can dine on a pizza dinner downtown near the Austin Music Hall and the bars and clubs on Sixth Street.

Face to Face Spa in Avery Ranch receives a 5-star rating from Citysearch users. For $49, treat yourself or a loved one this holiday season to a customized facial package, regularly $114.

Grab some friends and spend an afternoon boating on Lake Austin with this exclusive deal from Lone Star Aquatics. For $99, regularly $279, up to four people can ride on a chartered wake boat and enjoy use of a water toy like a wakeboard.

Disney's hit musical "The Lion King" -- called "a gorgeous, gasp-inducing spectacle" by Time Magazine -- is roaring into Austin this winter. With this discount exclusive to Travelzoo, subscribers can save 20% on weekday evening shows, starting at $43.

Tribeza praises the cuisine at the recently renovated Hickory Street -- the "simply irresistible" classic comfort food has made it a "culinary hot spot" -- and the Austin Chronicle applauds the locally sourced menu. With this exclusive Local Deal for $12, two people can sit down to Saturday or Sunday brunch, regularly $26. Four people can enjoy brunch for $23, regularly $52, and save even more.

Tribeza praises the cuisine at the recently renovated Hickory Street -- the "simply irresistible" classic comfort food has made it a "culinary hot spot" -- and the Austin Chronicle applauds the locally sourced menu. With this exclusive Local Deal for $12, two people can sit down to Saturday or Sunday brunch, regularly $26. Four people can enjoy brunch for $23, regularly $52, and save even more.

Texas Monthly calls Curra's Grill one of the best Mexican restaurants in the state, and Zagat gives its cuisine a "very good to excellent" (21) rating. Our Deal Experts have negotiated an exclusive offer at this South Austin restaurant: For $5, get $10 worth of anything on the breakfast or lunch menu.

CultureMap Austin hails Corazon at Castle Hill for serving up "some of the most delicious Mexican dishes in town," and Zagat gives its innovative interior Mexican and modern Southwestern cuisine a "very good to excellent" (22) rating. With this exclusive Local Deal for $25, regularly $59,  two people can sit down to dinner at this Old West Austin restaurant with a 4-star rating on Yelp.

Hemingway Restaurant & Bar in Cedar Park, which opened in February, boasts a 4-star rating on Urbanspoon for its Southern cuisine. With this exclusive Local Deal, Travelzoo subscribers can savor lunch or dinner for two people for $29, regularly $60. Or, four people can have dinner for $57, regularly $120.

Perched on the shores of Texas' Lake Conroe is the AAA 4-Diamond La Torretta Lake Resort & Spa. Save 40% on current prices with this exclusive $129-per-night deal for midweek stays through March.

CultureMap Austin hails Corazon at Castle Hill for serving up "some of the most delicious Mexican dishes in town," and Zagat gives its innovative interior Mexican and modern Southwestern cuisine a "very good to excellent" (22) rating. With this exclusive Local Deal for $25, regularly $59,  two people can sit down to dinner at this Old West Austin restaurant with a 4-star rating on Yelp.

Grab the family and take unlimited trips to the Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary with this exclusive Local Deal. For $49, get an annual pass to this family-friendly zoo good for four people (regularly $100), which is less than the cost of two family visits.

Travelzoo subscribers can get behind the wheel of a professional stock car with this deal from Rusty Wallace Racing Experience. For $124, accelerate down straightaways and take turns in a real race car like the one driven by Wallace, a racing legend who was recently inducted into the Hall of Fame. This 2-hour "Qualifier" package at the Thunderhill Raceway saves $125 on the regular price.

Tribeza praises the cuisine at the recently renovated Hickory Street -- the "simply irresistible" classic comfort food has made it a "culinary hot spot" -- and the Austin Chronicle applauds the locally sourced menu. With this exclusive Local Deal for $12, two people can sit down to Saturday or Sunday brunch, regularly $26. Four people can enjoy brunch for $23, regularly $52, and save even more.

CultureMap Austin hails Corazon at Castle Hill for serving up "some of the most delicious Mexican dishes in town," and Zagat gives its innovative interior Mexican and modern Southwestern cuisine a "very good to excellent" (22) rating. With this exclusive Local Deal for $25, regularly $59,  two people can sit down to dinner at this Old West Austin restaurant with a 4-star rating on Yelp.

Take in views of downtown Austin while gliding across Lady Bird Lake in a kayak with this exclusive Local Deal from Texas Rowing Center. For $15, regularly up to $50, two people can rent a watercraft of their choice for two hours.

Located in the upscale Hill Country Galleria, Cafe Blue was awarded an OpenTable Diners' Choice Award in 2011, and Yelp users give it a 4-star rating. With this exclusive Local Deal for $65, regularly $121, two people can sit down to a four-course dinner.

Zagat gives Sazon a rating of "very good to excellent" (24) for its regional Mexican cuisine, heaping extra praise on the "outstanding" seafood dishes and covered patio, and Austin Chronicle readers voted Sazon one of its favorites three years in a row. Our Deal Experts have negotiated an exclusive offer at this top Mexican restaurant on South Lamar: For $5, get $10 worth of anything on the lunch menu.

Explore scenic Hill Country wineries with this Local Deal for a private, three-hour chauffeured tour from Lone Star Exotics. For $149, two people can spend the day cruising in a luxe Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III, regularly $350.

Explore scenic Hill Country wineries with this Local Deal for a private, three-hour chauffeured tour from Lone Star Exotics. For $149, two people can spend the day cruising in a luxe Rolls Royce Silver Cloud III, regularly $350.

Located in the upscale Hill Country Galleria, Cafe Blue was awarded an OpenTable Diners' Choice Award in 2011, and Yelp users give it a 4-star rating. With this exclusive Local Deal for $65, regularly $121, two people can sit down to a four-course dinner.

Hemingway Restaurant & Bar in Cedar Park, which opened in February, boasts a 4-star rating on Urbanspoon for its Southern cuisine. With this exclusive Local Deal, Travelzoo subscribers can savor lunch or dinner for two people for $29, regularly $60. Or, four people can have dinner for $57, regularly $120.

Located in the upscale Hill Country Galleria, Cafe Blue was awarded an OpenTable Diners' Choice Award in 2011, and Yelp users give it a 4-star rating. With this exclusive Local Deal for $65, regularly $121, two people can sit down to a four-course dinner.

Grab some friends and spend an afternoon boating on Lake Austin with this exclusive deal from Lone Star Aquatics. For $99, regularly $279, up to four people can ride on a chartered wake boat and enjoy use of a water toy like a wakeboard.

Located in the upscale Hill Country Galleria, Cafe Blue was awarded an OpenTable Diners' Choice Award in 2011, and Yelp users give it a 4-star rating. With this exclusive Local Deal for $65, regularly $121, two people can sit down to a four-course dinner.

Hemingway Restaurant & Bar in Cedar Park, which opened in February, boasts a 4-star rating on Urbanspoon for its Southern cuisine. With this exclusive Local Deal, Travelzoo subscribers can savor lunch or dinner for two people for $29, regularly $60. Or, four people can have dinner for $57, regularly $120.