Top things to do inside the resort
Top things to do inside Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center: stroll the year-round indoor garden atriums and Riverwalk, relax at Relâche Spa & Salon or the indoor lap pool, and eat at on-site restaurants from Old Hickory Steakhouse to Riverwalk Cantina. In warm months, use your included Paradise Springs Water Park tickets for the lazy river and slides — plus check meeting and event venues like Glass Cactus or the Grapevine Ballroom for scheduled shows and private events.
In this guide
- Explore the indoor atriums and Riverwalk
- Use Paradise Springs Water Park (seasonal)
- Relax and get treatments at Relâche Spa & Salon
- Swim year-round in the indoor lap pool and other pools
- Dine across the resort: steakhouses, Tex‑Mex, Italian and casual spots
- Attend events or use meeting and wedding spaces
- Use on-site conveniences and short excursions nearby
Explore the indoor atriums and Riverwalk
Gaylord Texan features four-and-a-half acres of indoor garden atriums with glass roofing, walkways and waterways that run through the heart of the resort. The Riverwalk Atrium is a good place for an easy walk any time of year and connects to restaurants, shops and event spaces.
You’ll find seating, water features and viewpoints of guest-room balconies along the atriums — these areas are useful for casual photos, family strolls, and finding nearby dining or retail without going outside.
- Walk the Riverwalk to reach Mission Plaza and the Retail Corridor
- Find indoor landscaping and balcony views overlooking the atrium
- Good spot for photos and to access restaurants and bars
Use Paradise Springs Water Park (seasonal)
Paradise Springs Water Park is the resort’s 10-acre outdoor seasonal water park with a lazy river, slides, splash areas and family pools. It typically operates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day and is reserved for overnight resort guests.
Standard room bookings include a limited number of water-park tickets (reports note four tickets per standard room and six per suite), so confirm ticket allotments and park hours with the front desk on arrival.
- Lazy river and multiple water slides
- Children’s pool and splash play areas
- Access is for overnight guests only; hours and seasonal dates can vary
Relax and get treatments at Relâche Spa & Salon
Relâche Spa & Salon is a full-service, European-styled day spa on site with multiple treatment rooms and spa suites. Spa services commonly include massages (including couples and prenatal after the first trimester), facials, body treatments, nails and waxing.
Spa guests can use the resort’s 20-meter heated lap pool, sauna and steam room as part of a spa visit. Check current spa hours and book treatments in advance, since availability varies by day.
- 25,000-square-foot spa with 12 treatment rooms and two spa suites
- Spa access includes lap pool, sauna and steam room
- Reported spa hours vary by day—call ahead for appointments
Swim year-round in the indoor lap pool and other pools
Beyond the seasonal water park, the resort maintains a year-round indoor 20-meter heated lap pool located near Relâche Spa at the end of the Riverwalk Atrium. Reported public hours for the lap pool are early morning through evening.
The resort also operates an outdoor hotel pool and hot tub separate from Paradise Springs; confirmed hours and seasonal heating can vary, so check with the front desk for current availability.
- Indoor 20-meter heated lap pool open daily (reported 5:00am–9:00pm)
- Wheelchair-accessible pool option is available on property
- Outdoor hotel pool and hot tub operate separately from Paradise Springs
Dine across the resort: steakhouses, Tex‑Mex, Italian and casual spots
Gaylord Texan offers multiple on-site restaurants and bars to cover breakfasts, casual meals and evening dining. Guests can choose from Old Hickory Steakhouse, Riverwalk Cantina, Zeppole, Texan Station Sports Bar & Grill, and poolside options like Paradise Springs Kitchen & Bar.
Hours and dress codes vary by venue; reservations are recommended for popular dinner spots like Old Hickory Steakhouse and Zeppole, especially during holidays and weekends.
- Old Hickory Steakhouse — Steakhouse; dinner service and Smart Casual dress (reported 5:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.)
- Riverwalk Cantina — Tex‑Mex; open early through late night (reported 6:30 a.m.–12:00 a.m.)
- Zeppole — Italian; villa‑style courtyard dining with reported evening hours
| Restaurant | Type | Reported Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Old Hickory Steakhouse | Steakhouse | 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. |
| Riverwalk Cantina | Tex‑Mex | 6:30 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. |
| Zeppole | Italian | Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Fri–Sat 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
Attend events or use meeting and wedding spaces
Gaylord Texan provides extensive meeting and event space, including large ballrooms such as the Texas Ballroom and Grapevine Ballroom, a Longhorn Exhibition Hall and lakefront venues like Glass Cactus. These spaces host conferences, weddings and concerts.
If you’re attending an event, check the schedule for room names or venues on your ticket or with the front desk. The resort can also accommodate private receptions and wedding services across multiple indoor and lakefront spaces.
- Texas Ballroom, Grapevine Ballroom and Longhorn Exhibition Hall for large conferences
- Glass Cactus — lakefront venue and nightclub with capacity for large events (21+ for nightclub access)
- Many event rooms and ballrooms are available for private functions and weddings
Use on-site conveniences and short excursions nearby
The hotel lists complimentary Wi‑Fi (with registration benefits for Marriott Bonvoy members), free bicycles on site, laundry facilities, retail shops and a variety of guest services. Note that parking and a mandatory daily resort fee are additional charges not included in the base room rate.
If you want to leave the property, downtown Grapevine, the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, LEGOLAND Discovery Center / SEA LIFE at Grapevine Mills and Cowboys Golf Club are all short drives away. The resort is also about six miles from DFW Airport.
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi per Marriott listing; check member benefits when booking
- Free bicycles on site and on-property shuttles to Glass Cactus and Paradise Springs (reported runs)
- Nearby: Historic Downtown Grapevine, Grapevine Vintage Railroad, Grapevine Mills attractions
