For Houstonians looking for a quick getaway without the hassle of air travel, the Texas Hill Country offers a nearby escape filled with relaxation, adventure, and holiday magic. The Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas in San Antonio is preparing for its 2026 holiday season with festive events, family activities, and special savings for travelers planning a winter getaway.

Located on 300 acres in San Antonio, the resort is offering a limited-time “Christmas in July” promotion, giving guests 25% off stays between November 22, 2026, and January 2, 2027, when booked by July 31, 2026.

The holiday season officially begins Friday, November 27, with the resort’s second annual holiday tree lighting celebration. Families can welcome Santa Claus and his elf as the resort lights its giant live oak tree and holiday décor throughout the property.

The evening celebration will feature photos with Santa, live reindeer, holiday music, carolers, fire pits with s’mores and hot cocoa, and an outdoor holiday movie screening under the Texas stars.

Throughout the holiday season, guests can enjoy daily family activities, Christmas decorations throughout the resort, festive cocktails and holiday décor at Tinsel Tavern, S’mores with Santa on Friday evenings, and Breakfast with Santa on Saturday mornings at Springhouse Café.

The resort will also host a New Year’s Eve celebration at the newly opened Rancher Hall, featuring live entertainment and a midnight fireworks display overlooking The Big Spring Lagoon.

Beyond the holiday festivities, Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas offers year-round amenities for families, couples, and groups. Guests can enjoy the resort’s 2.2-acre lagoon, water park featuring a FlowRider wave machine, waterslide, swimming pools, and lazy river surrounded by the natural beauty of the Hill Country.

The resort also features the Windflower – The Hill Country Spa, the 27-hole Hill Country Golf Club, luxury villas, and multiple dining options featuring Texas-inspired cuisine.

For Houston travelers, the San Antonio resort provides an easy road trip destination that combines the charm of the Hill Country with resort-style amenities, making it a convenient option for a weekend escape or holiday vacation.

To learn more or book a stay, visit Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas or call (210) 879-3655.

Travel Tip: Booking a holiday getaway early can help families secure preferred dates during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year, while taking advantage of available savings.