Dripping Springs, Texas
Lucky Arrow Retreat
Hill Country yurt camp
Hill Country yurt camp
Yurts and modern cabins spread across fifteen acres of Texas brush, gathered around open-air fire pits and two pools.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Lucky Arrow Retreat is among the most decidedly rural of them, set on 15 acres of land a few miles outside the town of Dripping Springs.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
A private gate opens directly into Bell Springs Winery next door, and central Dripping Springs sits just a few miles away.
The rooms
Yurts have record players and clear dome skylights for stargazing. Select cabins add private hot tubs and covered porches.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Cedar cabanas and submerged loungers line the two pools, divided between a heated family pool and an adult pool.
The spa
At the table
Long tables sit under the trees for evening dinners, and the poolside beer garden has an oversized fire pit.
How it began
Austin builder Mike Paclik named the retreat after a flint arrowhead discovered on the grounds during an early site walk.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.