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OMNI BARTON CREEK RESORT & SPA INVITES YOU TO SLOW DOWN AND SAVOR THE SEASON
Inside, discover a curated collection of fall experiences designed for connection, discovery, and effortless escape. From crisp mornings on the golf course and leisurely afternoons exploring the resort to signature culinary experiences, live music, and moments of relaxation, autumn brings a fresh rhythm to Barton Creek. Whether you’re gathering with family, planning a weekend away, or simply looking to linger a little longer, we invite you to unwind, explore, and savor the season surrounded by the natural beauty of the Hill Country.
Contents. GAME DAY FUN
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HALLOWEEN WEEKEND
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CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF
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FALL IN AUSTIN
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A TASTE OF BARTON CREEK
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MOKARA SPA
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
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Game Day
Starts Here. With deep roots in the Austin community, we’re proud to be part of the traditions and excitement that make football season so special in Texas. As the Official Sponsor of the Texas Exes, we’re especially proud to welcome Longhorn fans to Barton Creek. But our doors (and our hospitality) are open to everyone. Whether you’re here to cheer on the home team or rally behind the visitors, there’s always a place for you to settle in, raise a glass, and enjoy the game day spirit. So grab your colors, gather your crew, and make yourself at home. Horns up!
GAME DAY PRIDE IS MEANT TO BE CELEBRATED— THROUGH AND THROUGH
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WE BELIEVE
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Game Day FUN
VISIT YOUR MONTHLY RESORT GUIDE FOR DATES AND TIMES Game day is a family affair! Play a friendly game of flag football during every University of Texas home game weekend. Parents and kids are invited to team up, show off their skills and enjoy some playful competition together. It’s the perfect way to get moving, have fun and make lasting memories throughout your game day weekend. LOCATION: LONGHORN LAWN
Hook ‘em & Go! UT HOME GAME SATURDAYS Grab a complimentary grab-and-go treat in the lobby during each University of Texas home game weekend. Whether you’re heading to the game or exploring Austin, stop by to fuel up with a little game day spirit to take with you. LOCATION: RESORT LOBBY
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Flag Football.
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Game Day
SPIRITS
Celebrate with signature cocktails inspired by each University of Texas football weekend matchup, including the Burnt Orange Kickoff cocktail offered all season long. Sport your team colors, sip something special and soak up the game day spirit. Keep an eye out for exclusive specials during away game weekends too. LOCATION: CRENSHAW’S BAR & EATERY ALL SEASON LONG
Cocktail
BURNT ORANGE KICKOFF RECIPE • 1½ oz reposado tequila • 1 oz blood orange purée or juice • ½ oz Cointreau • ¾ oz fresh lime juice • ¼ oz agave nectar • 1–1½ oz sparkling grapefruit soda • Tajín half-rim •
Blood orange wheel
INSTRUCTIONS Shake liquid ingredients except the grapefruit soda with ice. Strain over fresh ice in a Tajínrimmed rocks glass, top with grapefruit soda, and garnish with a blood orange wheel.
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Spooktacular. FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY OCTOBER 30 – NOVEMBER 1
Halloween weekend features sweet treats, festive activities and a little hocus-pocus magic! Stop by Scoops Social for seasonal ice cream flavors, get creative with Halloween crafts, and settle in for a poolside movie featuring a family-friendly spooky film.
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Art of Mixology POTIONS CLASS OCTOBER 31 | 2PM-4PM | BLIND SALAMANDER
Step into a spellbinding experience with our expert bartenders at Blind Salamander to craft two magical cocktails: the Butterbeer Old Fashioned and Felix Felicis Fizz. Learn mixology tricks using dry ice, edible glitter and color-changing ingredients, all while enjoying small bites. Costumes are encouraged, so grab your wands and join us for an enchanting evening of cocktails and creativity. Space is limited— reserve your spot!
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On the Horizon.
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Where the GAME Becomes a Legacy. From daily rounds to once-in-a-lifetime tournaments, our fairways celebrate the moments that make the game unforgettable.
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Who will carry
who?
On March 13, 2027, Omni Barton Creek will
and children, aunts and uncles with nieces and
welcome players of all ages to the Fazio Foothills
nephews, and even PGA professionals com-
Golf Course for the third annual Generation Cup
peting alongside a family member. It’s a rare
- a heartfelt celebration of family, tradition, and
opportunity to participate in an official event
the enduring joy of the game.
while honoring the relationships that make the
Set against the rolling fairways and wide Hill
game so meaningful.
Country skies, the tournament is about more
The Generation Cup features 12 qualifying
than competition, It’s about the laughter shared
events hosted at Omni properties nationwide.
on the greens, wisdom exchanged between
Omni Barton Creek will host a qualifying event
swings, and the quiet walks from tee to pin
on March 13, 2027, with the top teams com-
that become lasting memories.
peting at the National Championship. Visit
The two-person team format invites relatives from across generations to play side by side -
OmniHotels.com/Generation Cup to register and for more information.
from grandparents and grandchildren to parents
WATCH A FATHER AND SON’S LOVE FOR THE GAME UNFOLD
MEET Our Golf
pros
At the resort, golf is more than a round on our championship courses—it’s an opportunity to learn, improve and connect with the game. Behind every great golf experience is a team of passionate professionals who bring their unique backgrounds, expertise and love of the game to the fairways. Whether welcoming a young golfer to the game, empowering women to excel or helping a seasoned player refine their swing, our golf professionals are dedicated to making the game enjoyable for every player. Meet three of the talented professionals who make golf at Omni Barton Creek so special.
GABRIELLA ROSALES
her alma mater to win a university conference cham-
Gabby’s introduction to golf
pionship. Since joining Barton Creek in 2020, Gabby
came at age 13, when her god-
has fostered a welcoming, competitive environment
mother gave her a set of clubs
where golfers can learn, connect and grow.
that sparked a 22-year journey in the sport. Inspired by Annika Sörenstam, she built her career on perseverance and achievement, becoming the first golfer at
Her advice to golfers? Keep practicing the short game—you can never practice putting enough.
ROBERT ESQUIVEL II
movement and timing. You can see their confidence
With more than 20 years of
change instantly—on the course and off it. Guiding
teaching experience, Robert
that discovery and watching a nine-year-old fall in
leads youth programming and
love with a game they can play for a lifetime is why
lessons, helping introduce the next generation to the game. For him, the most rewarding part of coaching is watching young players discover that golf is their game—not a mold to fit into. In every junior lesson, there’s a moment when a kid stops trying to swing like someone they saw on TV and starts trusting their own
he does this work.
“GOLF IS ONE OF THE ONLY SPORTS WHERE YOU’RE YOUR OWN REFEREE.”
national tournaments through-
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out his teenage years. His career has taken him across
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JUAN C. ESAIN Juan began playing golf at age five in Venezuela, competing in
borders, including managing a golf resort and country club in Mexico, before bringing his expertise and passion for the game to Austin.
“WHILE GOLF MAY BE PLAYED DIFFERENTLY AROUND THE WORLD, GREAT HOSPITALITY, RESPECT FOR THE GAME, AND TAKING CARE OF PEOPLE ARE UNIVERSAL.” For Juan, being a golf professional is about more than improving a player’s game, it’s about creating an experience where every guest feels welcome. After more than two decades in the business, he still finds something new to learn from the game and the people he meets along the way.
The WORK Behind the
Championship
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THOUSANDS OF FANS WILL SEE THE FAZIO CANYONS COURSE IN TOUR‑LE VEL CONDITION. WHAT THEY WON’T SEE IS THE YEAR OF PLANNING, PREPARATION, AND PRECISION THAT MADE IT POSSIBLE.
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ong before tournament week arrives, Omni Barton
That philosophy comes to life during tournament week.
Creek’s agronomy team is already at work. Every
The agronomy team expands from 20 to nearly 60
fairway, green, bunker, and tee box is carefully eval-
associates working morning and evening shifts along-
uated and maintained with one goal in mind: creating
side PGA TOUR agronomists to fine-tune everything
a course worthy of the world’s best golfers. Under
from green speeds to rough height. Every decision
the leadership of Director of Agronomy, Tony Miller,
is intentional, ensuring the course provides a true
the work begins more than a year in advance and
championship test while delivering an exceptional
is guided by a simple philosophy that shapes every
experience for players, caddies, spectators, and fans
decision the team makes:
watching around the world.
“THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GOOD AND GREAT IS THE ATTENTION TO THE DETAILS.”
When the cameras begin rolling, the spotlight will be on the players. Behind every drive, approach shot, and putt is a team whose passion and attention to detail have spent months preparing the stage. It’s a reminder that at Omni Barton Creek, unforgettable golf experiences begin long before the first player steps onto the tee.
AUSTIN CHAMPIONSHIP. NOVEMBER 12-15
The PGA TOUR is bringing official FedEx Cup event excitement to the Fazio Canyons Golf Course. This tour stop will feature world class golf, a 120-player field and 500 FedEx Cup points awarded to the winner. GET TICKETS
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WHEN THE INAUGURAL AUSTIN CHAMPIONSHIP TEES OFF THIS FALL,
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Ways Fall in Top to Savor Austin the Season
FALL BRINGS COOLER DAYS, GOLDEN SUNSETS AND A CALENDAR FILLED WITH REASONS TO GET OUTSIDE AND EXPERIENCE THE CITY. HERE ARE THE TOP WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE SEASON BEYOND THE RESORT.
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1. FESTIVAL SEASON COMES ALIVE
2. HIKE & BIKES TRAIL ADVENTURE
As temperatures cool, Austin’s outdoor music scene hits its stride. The city’s signature event, Austin City Limits Music Festival, returns to Zilker Park October 2–4 and October 9–11, celebrating its 25th anniversary with nine stages over two weekends. Beyond ACL, fall brings a steady lineup of outdoor concerts and neighborhood festivals that make it easy to experience the city’s unmistakable creative energy.
This season is ideal for exploring on foot or by bike. The Barton Creek Greenbelt offers more than 12 miles to explore, with rugged limestone terrain, scenic overlooks and opportunities for hiking and biking. For sweeping city views, make the climb to Mount Bonnell, or follow the Lady Bird Lake Hike-and-Bike Trail for a leisurely route along the water.
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3. A SEASON FOR SPORTS
4. EMBRACE PATIO SEASON
Austin’s fall calendar brings plenty of reasons to cheer. Catch Austin FC at Q2 Stadium as the Verde & Black close out their 2026 season. Few experiences match the energy of a University of Texas Longhorns football game at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium. And from October 23–25, the world turns its attention to the Formula 1 US Grand Prix at Circuit of The Americas, bringing three days of racing and a Texassized celebration.
In Austin, patio season isn’t just a season—it’s a way of life. Fall invites lingering lunches, sunset cocktails and dinners beneath the Hill Country sky. With rolling hills, warm evenings and spectacular Texas sunsets as your backdrop, take your time over a great meal or a perfectly crafted cocktail.
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OMNI BARTON CREEK HAS ONE THING IN COMMON: IT BEGINS AND ENDS AROUND THE TABLE.
t might start with the aroma of fresh coffee
golfers make a stop at Canyons Grill between
and a pastry from Velvet Joe’s before an early tee time or a morning stroll through the Hill Country. Or perhaps it’s a leisurely breakfast at Texas Spice, where an amazing buffet full of classics fuel a day of golf, spa treatments, or relaxing poolside.
rounds to recharge without ever leaving the course. Nearby, Nopales and Travis Pool Bar keep the vacation spirit alive with refreshing cocktails, casual bites, and sunny afternoons by the pool.
As the day unfolds, so do the possibilities. Families gather over burgers and wood stone pizzas at Crenshaw’s Bar & Eatery, while
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EVERY GREAT DAY AT
When evening arrives, the experience transforms once again. Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar celebrates the flavors of the region with thoughtfully crafted dishes inspired by Texas and the seasons, while Bob’s Steak & Chop House delivers the timeless steakhouse experience that has become a Barton Creek tradition. And as the sun sets over the rolling hills, guests often find themselves at Jim Bob’s Lobby Lounge, where handcrafted cocktails, live music, and shareable plates provide the perfect ending to another day in the Hill Country. No matter what brings you to Barton Creek, every meal becomes part of the story. From sunrise coffee to celebratory dinners and everything in between, there’s always another taste waiting to be discovered.
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Chef Favorites GULF RED SNAPPER
Try a few dishes that have earned a special place among the culinary team’s favorites.
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SEARED SALMON POWER BOWL
LOBSTER CORN DOG
RED FISH CEVICHE
DOUBLE SMASHED BURGER
PAN ROASTED TURKEY & BRIE CIABATTA SANDWICH
STEAK FRITES
BARTON BRISKET TACO
The Art MENU OF THE
FLAVORS OF THE SEASON
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EVERY SEASON TELLS
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A DIFFERENT STORY IN THE TEXAS HILL
dishes. It’s an opportunity to showcase the ingreCOUNTRY, A dients, flavors, and techniques that define the season
AND AT BLIND
new menu isn’t simply about introducing new
while creating experiences guests will remember long after the last bite. This season’s menu celebrates that philosophy from
SALAMANDER, every angle. Fresh seafood takes center stage with THE MENU EVOLVES
offerings like Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Oysters on
the Half Shell, and Grilled Striped Bass, while Texas favorites are reimagined through dishes like the Ancho-Seared RC Ranch Beef Carpaccio, Duck Confit Blue Corn Enchiladas, and RC Ranch Tenderloin.
ALONGSIDE IT. starring role. Vibrant salads featuring heirloom
The Hill Country’s seasonal harvest also plays a tomatoes, grilled peaches, blackberries, watermelon, and avocado highlight the freshest ingredients of the season, while dishes like the Pasta Burrata, Chipotle Oaxaca Chicken Breast, and Mesquite Peach Shrimp bring together bold flavors inspired by the region. Whether guests are celebrating a special occasion or simply ending another unforgettable day at Barton Creek, every dish reflects the same goal: thoughtful ingredients, careful preparation, and a genuine sense of place.
Where EVERY Stay leaves an Impression.
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WE ARE HONORED TO BE RECOGNIZED AMONG TRAVEL + LEISURE CO.’S WORLD’S BEST AWARDS 2026 AS ONE OF THE BEST RESORTS IN TEXAS. Shaped by more than 661,000 votes, the World’s Best Awards celebrate hospitality experiences that leave a lasting impression. We’re grateful to be among them. At Omni Barton Creek, that impression is created every day by our associates - from championship golf and restorative spa experiences to exceptional dining and genuine Texas hospitality. This recognition belongs to the team that makes every stay memorable—and to our guests who continue to make Barton Creek a place worth returning to.
An inviting escape designed for relaxation, renewal, and reconnection.
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RETREAT TO A TRUE HILL COUNTRY OASIS
Mokara Spa is a secluded sanctuary inspired by the natural flow of Texas Hill Country waterways—an inviting escape designed for relaxation, renewal, and reconnection. Drawing from nearby creeks and springs, the experience features a thoughtfully curated menu of treatments focused on restoring the mind, body, and spirit. Guests may choose from restorative massages, rejuvenating facials, nourishing
GOLDEN BAMBOO BLISS
RECOMMENDED BY GARRETT, LEAD MASSAGE THERAPIST Experience the soothing warmth of bamboo massage paired with the nourishing benefits of coconut milk and honey. Warm bamboo sticks glide over the body to release tension, encourage circulation and promote deep relaxation, while a rich coconut and honey infusion leaves skin feeling soft, hydrated and radiant. Garrett recommends this restorative treatment for deep relaxation and nourishment.
body therapies, couples’ experiences, and full-service salon offerings. Spanning 13,000 square feet with 20 treatment rooms, the spa invites guests to fully unwind between treatments, enjoying a collection of world‑class amenities. It is a peaceful retreat where everyday stress gently fades into the surrounding Hill Country landscape.
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TREATMENT HIGHLIGHT:
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SIGNATURE SPA AMENITIES
Spa amenities are available to guests with spa treatments and day passes. Salon services require a day pass.
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Mokara Spa offers premier amenities designed to provide the ultimate relaxation. Thoughtfully crafted spaces flow from warm to cool, creating a restorative journey that unfolds at your own pace. Indoors and out, serene settings—from intimate lounges to a rooftop pool overlooking the Hill Country—invite quiet moments of pause and reflection. Between experiences, guests may enjoy light, nourishing cuisine and refreshing beverages from Spa Creek Café. Before or after treatments, gender-separate lounges provide a peaceful retreat, featuring an indoor hot tub, cold plunge, steam room, sauna, and relaxation lounges, inviting you to linger a little longer!
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HOLIDAY IN THE HILLS
NOVEMBER 20 - EARLY JANUARY
Holiday in the Hills transforms the resort into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, cozy moments and festive celebrations for the whole family. Discover the all-new Blitzen’s Holiday Cocktail Bar, a magical snow show, Breakfast with Santa, story time with Mrs. Claus, and festive dining for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. Make your stay even more magical by booking a themed Santa Suite or bringing the whole family together in one of our newly opened four-bedroom, four-anda-half-bathroom Resort Homes, complete with full access to the resort’s amenities. Make this holiday season one to remember!
Select Guest. Make each stay at Omni Barton Creek more meaningful with Select Guest, our complimentary loyalty program. Earn rewards for dining, golf, spa experiences, and more. Each visit brings you closer to complimentary nights at more than 50 Omni destinations across the country. Membership is complimentary, and benefits begin immediately, including bottled water and a welcome drink upon arrival. As your status grows, enjoy upgrades and special ELEVATE FALL 2026 |
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touches that make each stay memorable. Current members may call ext. 4025 for personalized assistance during their visit.
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VISIT AGAIN We can’t wait to welcome you back to Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. Make your next Hill Country escape even more memorable with our exclusive return offer where you'll enjoy 20% savings, plus one complimentary $50 resort credit per room, per stay. With a two-night minimum, it’s the perfect way to continue discovering the beauty of every season at your home away from home.
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The Resort Homes AT OMNI BARTON CREEK
Ideal for multi-generational stays, executive retreats, and group getaways, The Resort Homes offer a rare combination of space, privacy, and full resort access for your next visit.
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