Book an Austin Summer Fun Package at the Heywood Hotel
May 19, 2026
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This summer, the Heywood Hotel has teamed up with local Austin businesses to offer an exclusive Austin Summer Fun Package. This limited-time package combines your stay at the Heywood Hotel with dinner or brunch at a top Austin restaurant, and a fun summertime activity for two. Plus you get to take home an Austin souvenir and check out late at the Heywood!
Whether you’re a couple looking for a fun, romantic weekend getaway, locals wanting to experience a curated staycation without the hassles of travel, or best friends who want some creative ways to hang out, this package is the ideal mini-escape.
Book a Weekend of Summer Fun in Austin
June 1 through September 15th, 2026, when you add the Summer Fun Package to your booking at the Heywood Hotel, you’ll receive a $100 gift card to your choice of one of our favorite restaurants, a free activity of your choosing, Austin souvenirs, plus a complimentary late checkout at the Heywood, for a total value of $290. Our concierge team will take care of all of the details, so you don’t have to plan a thing.
The Summer Fun Package includes:
- Exclusive low summer rates at the Heywood Hotel, our MICHELIN-rated, 7-room boutique hotel located in East Austin.
- Dinner or brunch for two at your choice of one of Austin’s top restaurants ($100 value). Our concierge team will book your table!
- A fun activity for two (up to $120 value). Your choice of options like Austin tours, mini golf, whiskey tastings, and more.
- A free Austin print and a free Armadillo Bazaar sticker to take home as a souvenir ($30 value)
- A complimentary noon checkout at the Heywood Hotel ($40 value)
Plus all of the complimentary extras the Heywood is known for, including:
- Free hotel parking
- Free daytime bicycle usage
- Free concierge service to curate your perfect Austin experience.
Summer Fun Package: We’ve partnered with our favorite Austin restaurants and activities to offer a great deal for you! Add the Summer Fun Package to your Heywood Hotel stay and receive dinner or brunch for two at one of the participating restaurants, plus a free activity of your choosing. Good for bookings June 1 through September 15, 2026. Book here. |
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Summer Fun and a Luxury Stay in Austin
We’re proud to partner with local businesses for this Summer Fun package, which offers guests a chance to explore unique and cool parts of Austin. Whether dining at top-notch local restaurants like Oseyo, or enjoying a fun-filled activity such as a bike tour of the city, there’s something for everyone. Learn about the participating local businesses below.
LODGING:
The Heywood Hotel is a MICHELIN-rated 7-room hotel located in East Austin. We were also selected as a top 3 Austin hotel in the New York Times feature “36 Hours in Austin” and named “Best Hotel in Austin for Local Flavor” by Forbes. Known for our thoughtful design, comfortable beds, and unmatched service, the Heywood provides free parking, free bicycles, and a fantastic location for exploring the East Austin and Downtown Austin areas.
Book your stay and select the Summer Fun Package to enjoy your choice of the following options!
DINING:
Austin’s restaurant scene is unlike any other. We’re thrilled to partner with local restaurants to offer guests dinner or brunch for two. Learn more about our restaurant partners below:
- Oseyo is a modern Korean restaurant serving family recipes and inventive cocktails in a fun, comfortable environment. It’s also located directly across the street from the Heywood, and we can’t recommend it enough!
- Ezov is a MICHELIN-recommended Middle Eastern restaurant with a shared-plates format. We love the smashed cucumbers in labneh. Just a few blocks from the Heywood!
- Licha’s Cantina is a small East Austin house converted into a casual patio restaurant with a funky, local vibe. The focus is on Interior and Coastal Mexican food made with fresh, in-house tortillas and hand-ground masa. And don’t forget the margaritas!
- Bufalina serves award-winning Neapolitan-style pizza in a warm and lively environment and offers an extensive wine list, making it a great option for a dinner for two.
- Juniper is an upscale East Austin restaurant serving Northern Italian-inspired cuisine with a Texas twist. Known for its house-made pastas, seasonal ingredients, and warm, modern dining room, it’s a great spot for a date night or celebratory dinner.
- Buenos Aires Cafe serves delicious Argentinian cuisine from its vibrant cafe on East Sixth Street. Their fresh-made empanadas are a must-try!
- Hillside Farmacy is an East Austin mainstay. This farm-to-table “farmacy” is antique chic, and definitely one of the cutest spots in town. They thoughtfully source produce supporting local farms and ranches and provide updated seasonal menus for guaranteed freshness.
- Industry is a casual scratch kitchen that’s a great place to watch sports or enjoy a weekend brunch. The restaurant serves an extensive brunch menu with dishes that include breakfast bowls, sandwiches, sides, and classic breakfast plates.
- Siena Ristorante Toscana has been serving authentic Tuscan cuisine for more than 20 years. Set in a rustic stone building with indoor and outdoor seating, Siena sets the mood for a romantic dinner date.
- Aba brings Mediterranean flavors to Austin with its breezy patio, stylish atmosphere, and menu full of mezze, seafood, and wood-fired dishes.
ACTIVITIES:
We are thrilled to partner with a number of area businesses to offer your choice of a free activity for two. Got more ideas? Let our concierge team know and we will work some magic for you!
Pick one activity from this list:
- Austin Bike Tours & Rentals: Tour downtown Austin’s top sights with a knowledgeable local guide on this 2.5-hour bicycle tour
- Esther’s Follies: Enjoy Austin’s longest-running comedy show at Esther’s Follies, located on Austin’s iconic Sixth Street.
- Coco Coquette: Glow up with a wig-and-makeup session (and take lots of selfies) at East Austin’s favorite beauty and sparkle shop.
- Austin Detours: Enjoy a locally-guided tour that highlights Austin’s music scene, food culture, street art, and iconic neighborhoods.
- Hush Hush Tan: Get your summer glow with a free spray tan at this upscale salon.
- Barton Springs Bike Rental & Tours: Zip around the city on two electrified wheels with full-day e-bike rentals.
- Still Austin Whiskey Distillery: Partake in a whiskey tour and tasting! Still Austin is a grain-to-glass whiskey distillery, located in South Austin.
- Expedition School: Enjoy a kayak or standup paddle board rental from our friends at Expedition School.
- Escape Game: Challenge yourself to a 60-minute escape room at Escape Game Austin.
Or, pick two activities from this list:
- Zilker Brewing Taproom: Enjoy free craft pints from our friends and neighbors at Zilker Brewing.
- Blue Owl Brewing Taproom: Enjoy free sour mash beers from our neighbors at Blue Owl Brewing.
- Lick Honest Ice Cream: Enjoy a free scoop from Lick, which focuses on real, clean ingredients.
- Umlauf Sculpture Garden + Museum: Enjoy free admission to this peaceful outdoor museum featuring bronze sculptures, shaded garden paths, and rotating art exhibits just steps from Zilker Park.
- Holey Moley Mini Golf: Play a round indoors at this fun, art-filled space.
- Zilker Botanical Garden: Enjoy free admission to this urban oasis featuring themed gardens, including a Japanese garden, rose garden, and prehistoric preserve.
SOUVENIRS:
The Summer Fun Package also includes two free Austin souvenirs. Guests will receive a 5×7 print of the classic Greetings from Austin, Capitol of Texas postcard, courtesy of our friends at Austin Welcome Center, along with a free sticker from Armadillo Bazaar.
Let’s get out there and have some fun this summer! We look forward to welcoming you and helping curate your Austin adventure!