Have a case of the winter blues? There’s no better remedy than bouncing back with a massage, a cozy robe, and a pair of warm slippers. Plan a weekend getaway to seek out luxury and relaxation at one of these amazing winter spa retreats.
The Spa at Sea Island, Sea Island, Georgia – Permission
Old-school elegance meets modern relaxation on the sprawling grounds of this Georgia island retreat. At The Spa at Sea Island, guests are greeted with a “Spallini” cocktail on their way to the property’s sanctuary centerpiece: a garden atrium that transports the area’s natural windswept riches inside. Hospitable beyond compare, prepare to be pampered at every turn as you choose from the 65,000-square-foot facility’s classic treatments.
Belhurst Castle, Geneva, New York
The grounds of Belhurst Castle offer three distinct accommodation options, including the on-site castle that dates to the 1880s. Just off Seneca Lake, in the Finger Lakes region of New York, Belhurst Castle offers guests the option to relax in the warmth of one of its 14 rooms. The main attraction, the Isabella Spa, is a full-service relaxation haven with an impressive menu of specialty treatments. Winter favorites from the spa include the Simple Solitude pedicure, which blends aromatherapy with a clay mask beneath a warming towel, and the soothing Isabella’s Raindrop Experience, which features nine essential oils in combination with reflexology and massage.
Snake River Lodge & Spa, Teton Village, Wyoming
The Snake River Lodge & Spa, just off the Jackson Hole ski slopes, is home to a 17,000-square-foot, five-floor spa complex. The pronounced log archway exterior set against the Grand Tetons is the first sign that your visit will be something out of the ordinary. Take in the panoramic views of the snow falling on the mountains as you ease into one of the many scenic spots in the large lounge areas of the spa. Opt for the popular Let Your Skin Breathe Body Scrub, an exfoliating treatment that uses local volcanic salt to exfoliate the entire body.
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, California
Lake Tahoe, one of California’s finest nature escapes, is picturesque year-round, though the winter snow complements the scenery nicely. Take refuge from the cold at The Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe Spa Resort, a sophisticated mountain resort that upholds the iconic brand’s standards of classic luxury and impeccable service. With a eucalyptus-scented steam room and a dry-heat sauna, relaxing comes easy at this mountainous mecca. Opt for the special winter treatment known as The Warm Up, where hot stones are used throughout a massage, manicure, and pedicure.
