Is Scottsdale spa and wellness heaven? Where else can you enjoy year-round good weather, leading-edge hospitality and comfort, and an endless variety of outdoor pursuits such as golf, tennis, hiking, and cycling – and some of the nation’s best spa and wellness experiences? Today, Scottsdale continues to enhance its spa and wellness offerings by combining leading-edge therapies, botanicals, and traditional Native American healing techniques with modern-day indulgence. The following is a list of some of our favorites.
Rooted in the connection to the natural world around us, CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa’s healing arts treatments draw from the inherent wisdom and curative properties of the four elements – earth, water, air, and fire. Following the natural rhythm of the elements and their unique and complex alchemy, each therapy is created to create a space for guests’ individual desires for exploration, transformation, and harmony through body and mind. Spa offers more than 23 treatment rooms located on two levels, men’s and women’s locker lounges, and an outdoor 25-meter heated pool for lap swimming and lounging. The co-ed relaxation lounge is a grounding sanctuary and the perfect place to rest before and after your treatment, offering healthy snacks and teas, oversized lounge pods, and a sweeping view of Black Mountain. CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa, 37220 Mule Train Rd, Carefree, 480-653-9000
A true adventure spa, the Spa at the Boulders is 33,000 square feet of pampering and renewed energy – ideal for when you’re finished playing golf, tennis, hiking, cycling, and rock climbing. With 24 beautifully appointed treatment rooms, indulge yourself with the ultimate spa day through the art of massage, therapeutic baths, and refreshing treatments. Lounge and detoxify in steam rooms, saunas, and the ofuro, a traditional Japanese bath. Sip a rejuvenating drink in the tea room while enjoying the views of desert vistas. Lounge alongside the spa’s adult-only heated pool nestled near 12-million-year-old boulders while enjoying organic fare from the Spa Café. The spa combines Eastern and Western influences in its design, healing methods, treatments, and philosophies. Spa at the Boulders, 34631 N Tom Darlington Drive, Scottsdale, 480-595-3500.
An opulent 31,000 sq. ft. Andalusian-inspired jewel of Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, the Joya Spa is a journey to a world of wonder and relaxation. It features 20 luxurious treatment rooms, lavish lounge areas to relax in before and after spa treatments, a private rooftop pool and terrace complete with poolside cabanas and spectacular views of Camelback Mountain, a state-of-the-art fitness center with a motion studio and refreshing juice bar, and Joya Terrace, showcasing indulgent and healthful cuisine as well as breathtaking views. The fitness center remains open 24 hours a day for the convenience of members and resort guests. Joya Spa at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, 4949 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley, 480-627-3200
Discover Spa Avania, reflecting balance and harmony at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort. The spa awakens your senses using an organic concept inspired by the natural beauty and landscape of Arizona’s Sonoran Desert. Treatments and regimens center on the spa’s “time-of-day” philosophy and how the body prepares to Awaken (Morning), Balance (Midday), and Renew (Evening). Treatment protocol, products, personal iPods, light, and smell are keyed to what each individual’s body physiology requires to operate at its peak. Spa Avania features 19 treatment rooms, an outdoor French Celtic mineral pool and lotus pond, relaxation areas, exercise facilities, steam and sauna, hot and cold plunges, a full-service salon, and an on-site fitness instructor, providing structured classes, group instruction, and personal training. Spa Avania Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort, 7500 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Scottsdale, 480-444-1234.
The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Looking for a getaway, or a hideaway? The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale’s extensive array of seasonal, indigenous, and innovative spa treatments, such as Four Seasons in One, Jojoba & Prickly Pear Body Polish, Head over Heels, The Pinnacle Facial, and the Golfer’s Massage. And, for a truly special treat, resort guests can enjoy an In-Casita Massage on their casita terrace or balcony. Enjoy the resort’s fabulous pool, then tackle your post-spa appetite at Proof, the resort’s American canteen offering a selection of food from across all 50 states. The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North , 10600 E Crescent Moon Dr, Scottsdale, 480-513-5145.
The award-winning Spa at Camelback Inn blends the indulgences of a full-service destination spa within a spectacular resort offering the ambiance and magic of the Sonoran Desert. Featuring a full complement of spa offerings, The Spa includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, 32 treatment rooms, a pool, and Scottsdale’s only spa restaurant, Sprouts. Guests experience one-of-a-kind spa therapies inspired by the techniques and nature-based ingredients of indigenous Native American cultures. Spa at Camelback Inn, 5402 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, 480-948-1700.
Intimate and tranquil, Alvadora Spa at Royal Palms Resort indulges the senses with natural beauty and the finest spa amenities. Eight treatment rooms are steeped in Mediterranean beauty, and many spill into serene, private indoor-outdoor courtyards. Experience cascading outdoor eight-foot waterfall showers, and relax with a glass of wine next to a crackling fireplace. Rejuvenate and reconnect with a couple’s hot stone massage. Distinguished among Phoenix-Scottsdale luxury spas, Alvadora offers a collection of signature treatments centered on the nurturing essences of the Mediterranean, soothing the spirit, renewing the body, and enriching the mind. Alvadora Spa, Royal Palms Resort, 5200 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, 602-977-6400.
VH Spa for Vitality and Health
Fun, retro, and in the center of Old Town Scottsdale, the VH Spa at Hotel Valley Ho focuses on trans-formational treatments and services. Take in the fresh air on the spa deck, or swim in one of the city’s prettiest lap pools before your treatment. Unwind and rewind. VH Spa features eight private treatment rooms, individual showers, a 24-hour high-tech fitness center, a movement studio, and a boutique, as well as men’s and women’s locker rooms, saunas, and lounges. Enjoy signature treatments like the Istanbul Hammam Experience and Helsinki Nature Treatment. VH Spa for Vitality and Health at Hotel Valley Ho, 6850 E Main St, Scottsdale, 480-376-2600.
Regarded as “one of the best spas in Arizona”, Well & Being Spa at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is an innovative fusion of spa and wellness offering a uniquely rewarding and deeply personalized palette of experiences that infuse life with a greater sense of vitality. From the exhilaration of Aerial Hammock Yoga to the tranquility of the Hacienda Retreat, experience the motivating kick-start of the spa’s new, evidence-based approach to nutrition and exercise. Well & Being Spa at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E Princess Drive, Scottsdale, 480-585-2732.
One of the newest spas in Scottsdale, Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary is inspired by the splendor of the Sonoran Desert. Its wellness philosophy illuminates the natural healing powers of the earth’s most sacred resources and highlights the mission of Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa to reuse and repurpose whenever possible. The spa’s luxurious menu includes treatments using ingredients by a local Sedona botanist – providing the ideal blend for your wellness goals, in a space inspired by the artistic culture of the desert. Palo Verde Spa & Apothecary at the Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Spa, 6114 N Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 480-368-1234.
Honorable mentions:
Agave, The Arizona Spa; The Spa at Talking Stick; Spa at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain; Life In Balance Wellness Center at the Inn at Eagle Mountain; Luna Spa at The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch, Tierra Luna Spa, Arizona Biltmore, and The Phonecian Spa.
