TRAVEL + LEISURE World’s Best Awards: Overall Hotel Spas in North America
Looking for the perfect combination of spa and hotel? Pack your bags, TRAVEL + LEISURE magazine readers have narrowed the search for the best in North America...
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai Sports Club & Spa Hualalai, HI
Uniquely Hawaiian, this tropical spa embodies the warm spirit of the islands. A variety of massages are offered, from Ayurvedic to Thai, shiatsu to Swedish. Don't want to stray from your ocean view room? Several relaxing treatments are available in suite, or in the open air behind discreet bamboo screens.
Tucked in the shadow of West Virginia's Allegheny Mountains, the Greenbrier features a selection of inviting spa services. Indulge in the world famous healing waters of the White Sulphur Springs, followed by a relaxing massage. Sauna and steam baths are available, or book an appointment in their full-service salon.
Signature treatments include a lavender-infused body wrap
Indulge your body and spirit at Mauna Lani. Located on the Big Island, this beachfront resort and spa features exotic, authentic Hawaiian treatments. Traditional Lomilomi massages are choreographed to native music, while the lava sauna offers a one-of-a kind "fire & ice" experience.
Feeling tropical? Try the body therapy with fresh coconut and vanilla
This lush Hawaiian spot takes a "new age restorative approach" to mind, body and spirit. Anara's 25,000-square foot spa features lava rock showers, pristine pools and beautiful gardens. Many locally grown, natural ingredients are used in their island-inspired treatments.
Escape to a historic, breathtaking mountain hideaway to restore your spirit. Tucked in the shadows of the Canadian Rockies, Willow Stream Spa features healing natural waters, a therapeutic mineral pool and an impressive selection of signature massages, scrubs and facials.
Get into the swing of things with a golf performance treatment
Located in the Conservatory and Botanical Gardens of the luxurious Bellagio. Well-appointed, European style spa is tranquil and pampering. After a relaxing treatment, duck into the eucalyptus steam room, or take a bracing dip in the cold plunge. Full service exercise facility.
Signature massage features aromatic lemon and ginger nectar
The Arizona outpost of the celebrated Escondido, California spa features 33,000-square feet of space for relaxing and rejuvenation. Featuring 24 treatment rooms, the Golden Door's specialty services include Native American inspired therapies. Their signature wrap uses blue cornmeal and ionized turquoise clay.
Manhattan's venerable Plaza Hotel features a peaceful, elegant spa. Ideal for escaping the bustle of urban life. A full range of services is available, from a revitalizing peppermint foot treat to the signature Plaza facial. For something romantic, couples can book the spa suite for two.
Getting married in NYC? They feature an impressive menu of bridal treatments
Spoil yourself at this tropical retreat. Maui's Four Seasons spa offers traditional Hawaiian, Thai and Ayurvedic treatments, in addition to soothing body wraps, scrubs and more. Enjoy a magical and deeply relaxing Lomi Pohaku, the original stone therapy massage.
Situated on the spectacular white sands of Wailea beach, the Grand Wailea Resort offers an impressive selection of decadent services. Go Hawaiian with a fragrant coconut euphoria bath, or unwind with a detoxifying sandalwood body wrap.
Before your treatment, relax in one of the spa's five hydrotherapy baths.
Full and half day spa treatment packages available
Adjacent to the world famous golf resort, the Spa at Pebble Beach invites relaxation for the body, mind and spirit. The 22,000-square foot, full-service spa offers regional therapies, inspired by the nearby forest and sea. 20 spacious treatment rooms.
Experience the healing properties of the ocean with the seaweed body masque
At the foot of the Colorado Rockies, the spa at the historic Broadmoor offers a variety of unique services. Many of the products used in treatments are developed from natural, local ingredients. Experience a body scrub that uses their signature Evergreen body exfoliant, or surrender your tension and stress during a relaxing massage.
Recommended: their famous hydrotherapy treatment, the Broadmoor Falls
Nestled into the hillside below the resort's main building, the 40,000-square foot Grove Park Spa is known for its distinctive menu of services. From the Golfer's Massage to the whimsically named Mud Pie Wrap, this North Carolina sanctuary features treatments for every mood, ache or indulgence.
The majestic Sedona landscape provides a stunning backdrop for this luxurious resort. Mii amo incorporates the area's spiritual history into the spa environment. Award-winning architects designed the space with the scenic desert surroundings in mind. Services range from a soothing, aromatic bath with crystals to Reiki energy healing.
Mii amo means "journey or passage" in the local Native American dialect
Located just north of San Diego, the 15,000-square foot spa at Aviara is a blend of European and Californian influences. Enjoy a massage in one of their indoor or outdoor rooms, take a dip in their pristine pool or indulge with a relaxing body treatment.
Romantic getaway? Book the spa's suite for couples
Located on the western shore of Oahu, the Ihilani Resort and Spa is a beautiful oasis of tropical luxury. Their full-service spa offers Hawaiian and Polynesian body treatments and men and women's relaxation lounges. Enhance your experience with a dip in the Roman pool or an invigorating Vichy Shower.
Many treatments feature natural ingredients from the islands
Perched on a hillside in Northern California's famed wine country, Auberge du Soleil is reminiscent of a sun-drenched, Mediterranean villa. Known for their European style, hospitality and innovative treatments, the 7,000-square foot spa is for hotel guest only, assuring patrons a calm, private day of pampering.
This Old-World style Florida resort is set on three miles of pristine white sand beach, with a 51,000-square foot spa complex. The Ritz-Carlton's 30 treatment rooms are appointed with Frette linens, down comforters and other luxurious touches. Can't decide on a service? Consult the Spa Concierge.
Signature treatments include a decadent citrus oil wrap
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa Palm Desert, CA
This sprawling, tranquil oasis offers a unique combination of California hospitality, extensive amenities and excellent service. The resort's 30,000-square foot spa features Eastern inspired treatments, Ayurvedic therapies and a dozen massage styles.
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North Scottsdale, AZ
Inspired by the spirit and ingredients of the natural surroundings, this 12,000-square foot Scottsdale spa offers an impressive selection of luxurious services. This tranquil resort offers specialties that include a desert nectar facial, a peaceful moonlight massage, and seasonal aromatherapy treatments.
For a private indulgent experience, book the spa suite
This desert sanctuary features an open air design, which allows you to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. La Quinta's spa features 22 massage rooms and an outdoor relaxation garden. Signature treatments were inspired by the area's Native American ancestors.
Don't miss the outdoor Celestial Shower under the stars
This fabulous, mission-style resort and spa is located on 220 beautiful acres near Santa Barbara, CA. The Ojai Valley Inn features 28 peaceful treatment rooms (six with fireplaces), a Turkish bath and an inspired menu of seasonal services. The Kuyam, the spa's signature treatment, mixes healing clays with ancient traditions.
Experience Ayurvedic bliss with their Bindi Sugar Body Glow
Dedicated to the art of wellness, Phoenix's Biltmore Spa offers 22,000-square feet of pure pampering. Treatments are drawn from global cultures, from medieval China to the Native American tribes of the Arizona desert. Relax in one of their outdoor retreats, or a cascading waterfall.
Dream Catcher, their signature service, is an aromatic, heavenly escape
The Phoenician/Centre for Well Being Scottsdale, AZ
The Centre for Well Being at the Phoenician is a sanctuary for rest and rejuvenation. This Arizona spa promotes a healthful lifestyle, offering a wide array of services, from nutrition counseling to specialty massages. Feeling introspective? Take a time out in the resort's beautiful Meditation Atrium.
Who wouldn't love the "Barefoot in the Lemongrass" treatment?
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess/Willow Stream Spa Scottsdale, AZ
Surrounded by sun-washed stone and majestic mountains, the Scottsdale Princess houses the famous Willow Stream Spa. Before your service, relax in the open-air reflection atrium or take a dip in the rooftop pool. Reconnect with your spirit with the Find Your Energy Body Experience, one of the spa's signature treatments.
For sun-parched skin, try the Arizona Aloe Body Wrap
