Spring Comes Alive at Four Seasons Hotel Austin with Rosé, Bees, and Lakeside Indulgence

Source: Four Seasons Hotel Austin

Reported By: Carece Slaughter

Spring in Austin isn’t just a season—it’s a mood. And no one captures it quite like Four Seasons Hotel Austin, where Roses and Rosé, the hotel’s signature seasonal program, returns with a series of immersive experiences that blend refined leisure with playful charm. Running through May 25, 2025, the campaign turns the lakeside property into a sensory celebration of blooming florals, chilled rosé, and the buzzing return of the hotel’s European honeybee colonies.

With a lakeside setting, an onsite apiary, and curated menus and events that spotlight both local flavor and global flair, Four Seasons Hotel Austin has redefined the spring escape—not as a getaway, but as an ongoing occasion.

The Roses and Rosé All Day Room Package sets the tone for a season of indulgence. Available for City-View Rooms, Lakeview Rooms, and the newly-renovated Lake View Suites, the package includes a rosé and caviar tasting at Ciclo, a bottle of rosé upon arrival, and a custom spring welcome amenity. It's an invitation to toast to the season—and to a hotel stay that feels equal parts relaxed and refined.

On Thursday and Friday evenings, the back lawn transforms into a pop-up rose garden, complete with live music and crisp pours served from a vintage Woody Teardrop Trailer. Local artists take the stage against a backdrop of floral installations, offering guests a glimpse into the rhythm that defines Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World.

Those seeking a slower tempo can opt for “A-Tea-X”, a locally inspired take on afternoon tea, offered daily from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Live Oak. Or reserve a gourmet picnic kit, complete with a portable speaker, luxury blanket, and a complimentary bottle of rosé, to enjoy the expansive back lawn in full bloom.

Spring days are made for soaking up sun by the hotel’s chilled saltwater pool, kept at an ideal 83°F (28°C). Lounge chairs and luxury poolside daybeds overlook the lake, while a roving rosé cart ensures glasses—and spirits—stay full. Poolside guests can also order from a rotating menu of small bites and cocktails crafted to complement the season’s leading varietal.

For a private adventure, the hotel offers retro-style electric boat rides on Lady Bird Lake, complete with a Four Seasons picnic basket and Polaroid camera for capturing the outing. The quiet, eco-friendly boats offer the ideal setting for an impromptu date, celebratory toast, or sunset escape.

The addition of three onsite honeybee colonies is more than a sustainability initiative—it’s a culinary adventure. Guests can book private hive tours guided by a local beekeeper for a hands-on look into bee behavior, hive life, and the importance of pollinators. The experience ends, fittingly, with a honey tasting straight from the hive.

In the kitchen, Ciclo and Live Oak offer honey-forward dishes and cocktails, many of which are part of the annual “Viva Abejas” campaign, a collaboration with Richard Sandoval Hospitality honoring bees’ critical role in the food system. Think duck tacos with agave honey, honey vanilla cheesecake, and Alma Finca Orange Liqueur cocktails made with oranges pollinated in Yucatán by Chef Sandoval’s bees.

Back in your room, a Honey Margarita On-Demand Cart is just a button away.

At the hotel’s lake-level spa, guests can wind down with an 80-minute Honey Rose Aromatherapy Massage, available through the end of the season. Using locally made honey butter, the massage is designed to nourish the skin and calm the nervous system.

For those looking to take the buzz home, the spa boutique offers bee-themed retail items, from local honeys and candles to body scrubs and playful plush keepsakes.

The Four Seasons’ location offers easy access to some of Austin’s most iconic outdoor experiences. Step onto the 10-mile Hike-and-Bike Trail along Lady Bird Lake, or venture into the famed South Congress district, where vintage finds sit alongside designer storefronts and cult-favorite eateries.

Seasonal excursions to Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center or a day trip to Texas Hill Country promise fields of bluebonnets and native blooms, showcasing the region’s springtime spectacle in full color.

Whether it’s sipping honey-laced cocktails by the pool, enjoying a private picnic along the lake, or stepping into the world of bees for a behind-the-scenes tour, Four Seasons Hotel Austin’s Roses and Rosé experience makes spring feel like something to be tasted, felt, and remembered.