If you’re planning to retire in Texas, West Lake Hills is the place to be. The Austin-area suburb is ranked the 29th best place in America to retire by Niche, a ranking and review site. West Lake Hills in Austin is among only 12 places in the first 50 on the list that aren’t in Florida. Niche gives West Lake Hills an overall grade of A-plus. West Lake Hills is located about five miles northwest of downtown Austin.