The Spa Experience
Connect with nature’s elements with an immersive indoor/outdoor experience on Vancouver Island. The Grotto Spa at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort believes in offering wellness services that go beyond the expected. Now more than ever, managing stress and seeking a trusted and nurturing environment is vital to our overall well-being. Relax with confidence knowing the highly skilled team at Grotto Spa is committed to delivering a safe and restorative experience.
Treat Yourself
With a focus on West Coast natural ingredients, treatments include facials, body wraps, body glows, massages, nail care, and hair salon services. The spa provides intimate experiences for individuals, couples, or groups with 21 treatment rooms and a private group lounge. The space offers 20,000 square feet of spa bliss. After your treatment, unwind indoors in the relaxation lounge with complimentary refreshments, or cozy-up fireside while enjoying drink and food service. Don’t forget to visit the retail boutique for your wellness and gifting needs.
You Deserve
The signature experience – The Grotto – is a two-hour, free-flow, self-care journey to be enjoyed at your own pace. Offering both indoor and outdoor spaces, The Grotto includes access to the signature Mineral Pool designed to emulate a natural stone grotto, a large Whirlpool perfect for relaxing and connecting, and an invigorating cool splash waterfall. Afterwards, rinse under outdoor showers and warm up in one of four cedar barrel saunas. Then, rest on the garden patio and soak up the sun.
Stay & Play
To complete the ultimate spa day, reserve your spot at The Treetop Tapas & Grill, home to a culinary experience unlike any other in Canada. Dine comfortably in your robe and sandals overlooking the surrounding forest as you indulge in the curated Chef’s Tasting Menu. This menu is carefully designed to take you on a seamless journey through the diverse flavors of the Pacific Northwest.
Furthermore, guests can stay overnight in one of Tigh-na-Mara’s cottages, spa bungalows, or oceanview rooms. Resort amenities include Cedars Restaurant & Lounge, an indoor pool, a whirlpool, a fitness center, and 10,000 square feet of flexible event space. Beyond, bask in awe-inspiring views of the Salish Sea and 22 acres of tranquil forest. Walk down to the 3 km sandy beach and dip in Canada’s warmest ocean swimming waters.
You Are Here
Centrally located on Vancouver Island, Tigh-Na-Mara Resort is 30 minutes north of Nanaimo. Departure Bay and Duke Point ferry terminals are 2 hours north of Victoria.
Kudos
#1 Spa in Canada 2023, Spas of America, Top 100 Spas 2023, Spas of America • Top 50 Canada Spas 2023, Spas of America • 2023 Best Island Resort, Victoria Time’s Colonist • 2023 Community Contribution & Impact Award, BC Tourism & Hospitality • Power of Partners Award, Tourism Vancouver Island • Inaugural Quality Assurance Award, Leading Spas of Canada • Best Spa Getaway, Georgia Straight • Business Excellence Going Green Award, Business Examiner Vancouver Island • 4 Green Keys, Hotel Association of Canada
