Spa Resorts of Santa Fe & Northern New Mexico
Most Unique
Ten Thousand Waves, Santa Fe
505 992 5025
This spa resort is unique because it is designed as a Japanese Hot Spring resort, adobe style. It is in the mountains just outside of Santa Fe.
It is primarily a day spa, but there are accommodations ($190 to $285 for double occupancy Pets and extra persons are $15) that range in size from two person Zen style rooms which are small and simple but efficient, to the larger suites that can accommodate up to 5 people.
Ten Thousand Waves have both communal and private tubs with cold plunges. One communal tub is for both men and women and the other is for women only. Many of them are outside with beautiful views of the mountain landscape.
The Spa Services range from the typical massages and facials offered in most spas, to special Japanese style or unique services such as the Nightingale facial,($97.00 for 55 minutes) (guess what surprise is in this facial mask?) the Anma Hand Foot, and Scalp treatment, ($130 for 75 minutes) the Indo-Asian Hot oil treatment,( $122.50) and an entirely other world experience- the Wastu Aquatic Massage. ($55 for 90 minutes).
Robes, use of the lockers, showers, communal tubs and amenities, come with all spa services purchased. Water and teas are available to everyone waiting for their services.
There is also a gift shop that has all kinds of gift items including spa products, oriental gift items, and books.
Overall the experience at Ten Thousand Waves takes you to a unique Japanese Style oasis where serenity and luxury are yours even if it only for a few hours.
Most Romantic
Casa De Las Chimeneas, Taos
(877) 758 4777
Casa De Las Chimemeas has been awarded Four Diamonds by AAA for uncompromising standards of excellence, superior personal service amenities and unforgettable ambiance.
This bed and breakfast Inn has all the spa amenities, a fitness facility, and cozy New Mexican style rooms with furnishings.
The room rates include three course breakfasts a buffet dinner, use of the fitness facility, sauna, and outdoor spa.
The romance starts with some of the rooms containing two person tubs and fireplaces, and the beautiful gardens that surround the Inn. Couples can have their massages in their rooms and work out together in the fitness facility, or lounge in the outdoor hot tub.
The breakfasts and dinners are prepared with the thought of what looks and tastes good.
Elegance from simplicity. The evening buffet is a balance of dishes, often with the same ethnic 'theme'. Breakfast appeals to all palettes with a hearty continental buffet, a fruit course, our signature fruit frappe drink and a hot main course.
With advanced notice they can prepare a romantic dinner for two in your room.
Picnic lunches are also an option for those romantic types who want to be out in the beautiful natural surroundings of Taos.
Enjoy a full complement of massage services and spa treatments on site in the specially designed massage room. Treatments can be a rejuvenation stay with yoga, meditation and daily treatments. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate massage with hot rocks or steam tent to soothe aching muscles after a day filled with hiking, biking or skiing.
The Works - Experience the luxury of the herbal steam tent while you receive a relaxing scalp massage and then an aromatherapy facial. Continue with an aromatherapy massage designed to nourish body, mind and spirit. Exfoliate and soften skin with a radiant salt glow body scrub. 3 hours - $225.
Three Day Spa Package - This three-day series of treatments is the perfect complement to an active vacation!
- Day #1 relax with a 1-1/2 hour massage and herbal steam tent along with a hair and scalp treatment to ease away mental stress.
- Day #2 experience a skin softening hand and foot paraffin dip and the aromatherapy facial of your choice.
- Day #3 relax deeply with a hot river rock massage followed by a salt glow body scrub to exfoliate skin, increase circulation and detoxify.
Normally these treatments cost $425 when booked separately. As part of a lodging stay of three or more days, the cost is $350.
Five Day Spa Package - We call this the Head-to-Toe Rejuvenation package.
- Day #1 begins with an herbal steam tent, hair and scalp revitalizer and full body massage.
- Day #2 we soothe your skin with an aromatherapy facial and full body massage with essential oils.
- Day #3 is called The Ultimate Deluxe Treat for Hands & Feet. Read on and see why! The treatment starts with a soothing foot soak and scrub, followed by a hot paraffin dip, then massage with warm river rocks and reflexology and finishes with the application of nearly miraculous cuticle oil! The process is repeated for the hands using aromatic oils and products formulated locally.
- Day #4 focuses on the health of your skin with a gentle skin scrub with salt and corn meal in warm oils, followed by an herbal steam tent to draw out toxins.
- Day #5 finishes with a 1-1/2 hour massage with hot river rocks.
Full price is $595. If booked as a package in conjunction with five or more night's lodging, the price is $495.
Las Chimeneas is close to all Taos has to offer - downhill and cross-country skiing in the mountains and at nearby Taos Ski Valley, shopping, site-seeing and art gallery hopping around the historic Taos Plaza, exploring Native American Indian culture at Taos Pueblo, Bandelier National Monument and Picuris Pueblo, rafting and floating on the Rio Grande, hiking and biking in the nearby mountains.
Las Chimeneas, our Most Romantic Spa Resort choice in Northern New Mexico!.
Best Value
Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Spa Resort, Ojo Caliente
(800) 222 9162
Ojo Caliente was chosen as the Best Value because it offers great spa services, great food, and comfortable accommodations, and there are always great package deals going on. Check the website for the package deals being offered when you are interested in going. And of course, the natural hot springs as the Tewa Indians believed were given to us “from the Gods”.
This "place of the green bubbling hot springs" was considered a sacred place by the Tewa people who lived on the mesa. Ojo Caliente (hot eye) named by the Spanish Explorer, Cabeza de Vaca described this subterranean volcanic aquifer in his 16th century discoveries.
Guests can soak in the, seven mineral pools take a private mineral tub, enjoy therapeutic and facial massage, Watsu aquatic massage, or indulge in one of our luxury packages.
If you want to say overnight and do it all over again, you can book a room in the historic hotel, a cozy cottage or one of the special houses.
Built in 1916, the "new" mission revival style adobe hotel is an option for lodging at Ojo Caliente.
The hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The lobby has overstuffed chairs, a fireplace and artifacts that tell a bit of Ojo's rich history.
Pause a while on the veranda and rediscover the joy of porch sitting in a comfy rocker. Charming rooms with either double or queen beds are available in the hotel.
Prices range from $64.95 for single occupancy to $89.95, for double occupancy January 2 through February 29, November 1 through December 24. $74.95 for a single to $99.95 March 1 through October 31, December 25 through January 1.Add $40 per additional person. Special rates for seniors.
The Cozy Cottages are a bit more private and come equipped with television sets and refrigerators. They are only steps away from the mineral pools, spa and The Artesian Restaurant.
The cottages have a combination of single queen-sized and double beds. Some of the north cottages have stoves and refrigerators, but no cookware or utensils. Showers or tubs are not available in any of the 19 cottages, as all bathing has been done in the bathhouses for over a hundred years.
Prices range from $79.95 for single occupancy to $109.95 for double occupancy, add $40 per additional person January 2 through February 29, November 1 through December 24.
$89.95 for a single to $129.95 for a double, add $40 per person March 1 through October 31, December 25 through January 1.
Special rates for seniors.
The Mauro House, located in the center of the springs is a bit of Ojo's history. Built in the 1930's, this three-bedroom house was home to the Mauro family for several generations. It has been lovingly restored with period furniture to offer amenities that include a complete kitchen, two bathrooms, and more. Two of the bedrooms have two queen-sized beds and one has two doubles. The price for double occupancy is $195 a night plus $50 each additional person.
The Artesian Restaurant located in the historic hotel offers a seasonal gourmet menu with innovative Southwestern Cuisine, lighter spa selections and vegetarian delights. There is a large list of fine wines and beers. All three meals are served here, plus a Sunday Brunch.
The Waters
Through the years, Ojo Caliente has been steeped in myth and legend. Volumes of testimonials filled with declarations of miracle cures abound. Whether unproven folklore or not, generations of the faithful annually make the pilgrimage back to these special waters.
This remarkable combination of five different types of mineral water, over 100,000 gallons a day still come steaming to the surface every day revitalizing those who soak in and drink from these legendary springs. Bathing suits are required in the outdoor pools. Relax, rejuvenate, enjoy.
Some samples of the Luxury Spa Packages are:
The Ojo Rejuvenator
- Private tub, Ojo's signature Milargro Relaxation Wrap, Traditional Fifty Minute Massage and Radiant Salt Glow.
$120* (approximately two hours)
Earth and Sea Grand Sampler
- Private tub, Body Polish, Traditional Massage Eighty Minute, Ojo Facial Massage and Eye Zone Rejuvenator.
$225* (approximately three hours)
Mother Nature's Cleansing Package
- Moor Mud Bio-Wrap, Private arsenic tub, and Blue Corn Facial Massage.
$125* (approximately one and one half hours)
The Ultimate Ojo
- Body Polish, Private tub, Traditional Eighty Minute Massage, Repechage Four Layer Facial Massage, Eye Zone Rejuvenator and Paraffin Hand Treatment
$330* (approximately four and a half hours)
There is also a store on the premises to purchase the spa’s body and spa products and gift certificates.
What more could you ask for - healthy mineral water for physical healing, spa treatments and gourmet food for emotional healing and pampering. All of this in a beautiful tranquil setting – A true value in a spa here in Northern New Mexico.
Most Spiritual
Sunrise Springs Inn and Retreat, La Cienega
(505) 955 0028
“Ancient Traditions in a New Light” Sunrise Springs’ slogan says it all. This retreat combines the old Asian traditions and some of the indigenous peoples’ traditions in the spa treatment, activities, and foods served today.
The facilities themselves are also designed with this in mind.
There are 20 Casitas which are a spacious and elegant compliment to the property. There are 10 with a king size bed, and 10 with two queen beds. Most have a gas fireplace, Zen studio, kitchenette with microwave and coffee maker, and large bathroom.
The Garden Rooms consist of two buildings with 16 guestrooms in each for a total of 32 garden view rooms. Each of the rooms is uniquely appointed with handcrafted details, spacious bathroom, and a private balcony or patio. A lovely tiled lounge with fireplace is a complement to each building. 21 garden rooms have two double beds and 11 garden rooms have king beds.
The Pond View Rooms are centrally located on property and near the Blue Heron Restaurant. There are eight pond view rooms that offer a double size bed and a private 3/4 bath with shower. Each room has balcony or patio overlooking our beautiful ponds. These rooms do not have television.
The room rates range in price for the Casitas with a den range in price at high season of $285 a night to low season at $220 a night. The Casitas w/o a den is at $235 at high season and $170 at low season
The room rates range in price for a suite at $145 at high season and $130 at low season and for doubles and kings from $155 at high season to $120 at low season.
Sunrise Springs offers a multi-layered array of programs available to guests with a multi-ethnic focus.
The on-going classes and programs create a mini-environment in which to learn and practice ancient skills and contemporary adaptations in a wide variety of subjects which may include cooking, painting, movement, pottery, gardening, massage and wellness, poetry and others.
Sunrise Springs hosts Chanoyu, Japanese Tea Gatherings, as an integral component of its Asian Arts programming. With the dedication of the traditional Tea House, on-going large and small Tea Gatherings have become a daily part of the Sunrise Springs routine.
Sunrise Springs has a number of spa services that include Thai Massage, Sacred oil anointing, and Egyptian Sugaring. They also have Energy Healing services such as Reiki, Polarity and Jin Shin Jyutsu.
This facility truly combines the techniques, and services of many worlds – old and new.
Overnight Packages are available and be viewed on their website.
They have day packages which include:
My Personal Retreat Day
- 50 minute spa treatment
- Lunch at the Blue Heron restaurant
- Yoga
- Soak and Sauna
$145 (taxes, gratuities and dining included)
My Personal Retreat Evening
- 50 minute spa treatment
- Dinner at the Blue Heron restaurant
- Soak and Sauna
$145 taxes, gratuities and dining included.
Ancient Wellness Day
- 80 minute spa treatment
- Yoga
- Lunch at the Blue Heron
- Japanese Tea or Raku Pottery
- Soak and Sauna
$299 taxes, gratuities and dining included.
Special retreats are available throughout the year. Check the website to view them.
Blue Heron restaurant’s chef de cuisine specializes in natural and organic cooking that is light, satisfying and healthy. He approaches food with simplicity to evoke the natural flavors of food to dominate. The food is colorful, creative, and organic whenever possible. There is a focus on locally grown produce, which includes the produce and herbs grown in the gardens of Sunrise Springs. Cuisines from all over the world are presented with a predominantly Asian influence
Sunrise Springs Inn and Retreat is a trip into many other worlds; bringing you into your spiritual state of mind.
Most Authentic Santa Fe
La Posada de Santa Resort and Avanyu Spa, Santa Fe
(505) 727 5276
Now we come to the most authentic Santa Fe Spa. La Posada is right in the center of town. It is really walking distance from everything in the downtown area. It was originally a residence of one of Santa Fe’s first families the Staabs.
Over the years, La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa has retained its traditional Southwestern charm as it has been transformed into the full-service contemporary resort that it is today.
The Victorian furnishings, intricate woodwork and magnificent fireplace offer a sense of the home’s former grandeur. And according to staff members and some guests, you may also sense the presence of the home’s former owners.
La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa was featured in Architectural Digest. The vibrant colors and traditional wood-beamed ceilings, antique furnishings and local art give the accommodations a warm, traditional Southwestern feeling. The atmosphere is laid back but elegant in its rustic simplicity.
La Posada has rooms and suites. They vary in price depending on the time of year. Call for rates when you are going to be in Santa Fe.
Here is a sampling of some of the packages offered:
The Santa Fe Get Away ~ La Posada de Santa Fe for $105 per night!! Come relax and rejuvenate at La Posada de Santa Fe Resort & Spa
Luxurious three nights Southwest Spa Cleansing Package from just $1,145! Includes four spa treatments and unlimited use of Avanyu Spa and fitness center facilities!!
Santa Fe Ski & Spa Retreat ~ two nights from $375 per person! Enjoy two nights lodging, one day of skiing and a complimentary Avanyu Spa massage.
The food here is fabulous. Santa Fe is full of great places to dine and Fuego is at the top of the list.
At Fuego, innovative foods are infused with regional ingredients and flavors. You can also choose from a selection of traditional and contemporary cuisines. Every dish is specially prepared with the finest local ingredients and presented with personal, attentive service. The dramatic tones of a flamenco guitar complement the atmosphere.
The stunning outdoor patio with its captivating fire fountain is open for all meals that are enhanced by the outdoor kiva smoker. It is also a great place for people watching. Staab House features a stately Spanish Colonial dining room. For nightcaps and live music, drop by the intimate Staab House Lounge.
The 4,500 square-foot Avanyu Spa at La Posada de Santa Fe includes a treatment area featuring five massage rooms, two facial rooms and one spa wet room. The salon offers complete hair and nail treatments. The spa offers a comprehensive selection of treatments, day packages, and salon offerings.
The Fitness Room features Cybex workout equipment, free weights and cardiovascular equipment including three Cybex treadmills, two Elliptical cardiovascular machines, a recumbent bike and a Stairmaster. The men's and women's locker rooms have day lockers and top-of-the-line amenities, including the use of plush robes and slippers.
Adjacent to the spa is the heated outdoor pool and Jacuzzi open year-round.
The roof-top spa terrace provides outdoor cabana treatments with view of the La Posada gardens and surrounding mountains.
Here are a sampling of the spa packages available:
Health-Conscious Package
Three incredible days of spa treatments, time with a personal trainer and wonderfully healthy food. Every meal is specially designed and provided with this package. Our Avanyu Spa is the place where you will be pampered and indulged. You will be able to choose four spa treatments from a list of eight including an Adobe Mud Wrap, Corn Dance Purification, High Desert Stone Therapy, Aromatherapy Massage, Custom Massage, Custom Facial, Avanyu Manicure or Avanyu Pedicure (all treatments are 50 minutes long). This is also where you will spend time with a personal trainer.
$2,175-$2,645 (depending on room type)
Santa Fe Ski and Spa Retreat
Two full days, one day for exploring all that Santa Fe has to offer and the other for experiencing our slopes. After your long day of shopping or skiing you can rejuvenate in our Avanyu Spa with a 50-minute Performance Massage. Each day you will start off with breakfast in our Fuego Restaurant.
$750-$885 (depending on room type)
Southwest Spa Cleansing Package
Package includes:
- Three nights accommodations in one of La Posada's Southwestern-style rooms
- One 50-minute Adobe Mud Wrap per person per stay in the resort's exclusive Avanyu Spa
- One 50-minute Avanyu Custom Massage per person per stay in the resort's exclusive Avanyu Spa
- One 50-minute Avanyu Custom Facial per person per stay in the resort's exclusive Avanyu Spa
- One Manicure per person per stay in the resort's exclusive Avanyu Spa
- Unlimited use of Avanyu Spa's steam and fitness rooms, to relax and rejuvenate
- Unlimited use of the resort's beautiful outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi
$1,145-$1,475 (depending on room type)
La Posada also offers activities for their guests on a daily basis. There are morning walks, water color classes, wine tasting, bicycle tours, Santa Fe history and culture talks, and entertainment in the lounge Wed. thru Sat. evenings.
All in all, La Posada De Santa Fe with its location and style gives their guests a true taste of authentic Santa Fe!
Eileen Richardson - from The Santa Fe Site
