Overworked mothers, brides-to-be, exhausted executives, girlfriends searching for a weekend getaway spot, and any woman in need of a mental and physical pick-me-up will enjoy the relaxing and rejuvenating environment of a spa. With so many options from which to choose, the right spa for any woman or group of women depends on exactly what a person is looking to get out of the experience. Different types of spas focus on different areas of well-being. Most spas concentrate on fitness and aesthetic services, while some offer a combination of mental and physical rejuvenation, and still others are medical, guiding visitors with the expertise of a staff of licensed health care providers.
Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA
- Women’s Health magazine places Canyon Ranch in Lenox, Mass., on top of its list of the 27 best spas. The Lenox Resort Spa offers an extensive number of treatments, “From neuromuscular therapy to body rituals, tanning treatments and pedicures.” The massive complex is well equipped for fitness during any season, as it features “saunas, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gyms, exercise studios, and indoor tennis, racquetball, squash and basketball courts.” While its basic spa accommodations are convenient and relaxing, women who visit Canyon Ranch usually go for the state-of-the-art health programs. Physicians help visitors choose from a variety of medical packages based on an initial medical consultation and a thorough physical. If you are unable to make it to the Northeast, Canyon Ranch Spa also has properties in Tucson, Ariz., and Miami Beach, Fla.Canyon Ranch
165 Kemble Street
Lenox, MA 01240
413-637-4100
canyonranch.com
Buttermilk Falls Inn and Spa
- For those who enjoy the beauty and greenery of the countryside, the eco-friendly Buttermilk Falls Inn and Spa serves as an ideal location for vacationers who simply need to get away. Because of its verdant landscape and the peaceful atmospheres of its facilities, a 2008 article in The New York Times described Buttermilk Falls as “‘Dirty Dancing’ meets ‘Jurassic Park.’” Women who are usually confined to the hustle and bustle of Manhattan can easily escape to Buttermilk Falls for long weekends or day trips, as the spa is only about 90 miles from the city.Buttermilk Falls Inn and Spa
220 North Road
Milton, NY 12547
877-7-INN-SPA
buttermilkfallsinn.com
Villagio Inn and Spa
- Although California boasts many spas with different atmospheres and styles, the Villagio Inn and Spa provides the beauty of Tuscany in the tranquility of Napa Valley. Guests of the inn receive a complimentary bottle of wine upon check-in, a sign of the facility’s commitment to hospitality. Choose from a variety of showers, saunas or baths, and end the day with a night of fine food and wine tasting. Villagio offers separate spa facilities for men and women to ensure complete comfort.Villagio Inn and Spa
6481 Washington Street
Yountville Napa Valley, CA 94599
707-948-5050
villagio.com
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
- The Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa channels traditional Hawaiian healing remedies to revive guests. The spa follows the Hawaiian philosophy, “the closer you are to nature, the closer you are to discovering yourself,” so several of the facilities are outdoors. Choose from an assortment of restorative and nature-inspired facials, massages, cosmetic treatments or fitness routines. The resort provides babysitting services for guests, so moms can have personal time even when traveling with the kids.Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
1571 Poipu Road
Koloa, HI 96756
808-742-1234
kauai.hyatt.com
