Top Ten Destination Spas in San Diego

Beauty-conscious San Diegans are blessed with a county-wide array of day spas, resort spas and medical spas. But for the ultimate indulgence, seek your extreme fix of wellness and for a day – or week – at one of the top destination spas in San Diego. Spend some time at these local institutions to explore your inner sanctity and improve your outer appearance.

For group fitness programs, outdoor adventures and cleansing treatments all amidst a day of soothing spa indulgence, discover the top ten destination spas.

Cal-a-Vie – Vista
Hollywood stars have already discovered this French village in northern San Diego. Cal-a-Vie designs personally customized programs to invigorate, inspire and cleanse your body and soul. From meditation to nutritional cooking classes, private villas, nature hikes and a private 18-hole golf course, it’s no wonder people flock here for week-long excursions. The Cal-a-Vie spa also features natural and energizing treatments, including bamboo massage and cranio sacral therapy. (pictured below)

 

Morado Spa at Borrego Ranch Resort– Borrego Springs
One of the newest additions to the San Diego resort scene, the Borrego Ranch Resort and Spa offers an intimate setting on a massive desert landscape. The resort offers an 18-hole Tom Fazio golf course surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains, rock climbing, hiking and ATV riding, among others. The Morado Spa offers a rooftop relaxation desk with views of the Anza-Borrego desert along with massage, acupuncture, facials, salon services and Eastern medicinal traditions. (pictured main)

Golden Door – Escondido
With scenic views of North County’s mountains and lush greenery, the Golden Door offers a peaceful sanctuary for stimulating self-discovery. Their Asian-inspired architecture, landscaping and traditions further elevate the serene experience. Stay for a week and take advantage of their premier fitness facilities and classes, hiking, organic meals, and private, Japanese-inspired accommodations and Labyrinth Mindfullness program. The newest addition to the spa menu is the Island Paradise Seashell Massage, which incorporates polished shells and massage for penetrating relief of muscle tension.

The Spa at Rancho Valencia – Rancho Santa Fe
While surrounded by terra cotta and casita-inspired furnishings, the Spa at Rancho Valencia offers water therapies, massage and non-invasive facial treatments, among other services. And after you’re pampered, stick around for yoga, Pilates, or a round of golf at one of the many neighboring country clubs and legendary courses. (pictured left)

The Ayurvedic Spa at The Chopra Center – Carlsbad
As the guiding force behind modern mind-body healing, Deepak Chopra co-founded the Chopra Center for Wellbeing to offer yoga, meditation and medical consultations, along with an Ayurvedia spa to promote inner balance and bliss. Favorite treatments include the Pizzichilli, where you are bathed in a continuous stream of warm herbalized oil by two therapists; and the Gandharva Therapy, which uses crystal bowl sound therapy, energy work and movement of subtle energy to rejuvenate the mind, body and spirit.

Spa L’Auberge – Del Mar
The coastal resort not only offers panoramic ocean views, luxury accommodations and five star dining, but their on-site full service spa isn’t anything to baulk at either. From Seaside Sojourns inspired by international waters and therapeutic massage and facial treatments, the spa redeems itself as a destination for pampering and serenity.

The Spa at Rancho Bernardo Inn – Rancho Bernardo
The luxury resort has recently become famous for its $19 Survivor Package in deluxe accommodations. The Rancho Bernardo Inn has also graced the pages of DiscoverSD.com for its legendary golf course, five-star dining and newly remodeled spa. On summer days, take advantage of the temperature-controlled, outdoor-treatment casitas, spa garden and pools and made fresh daily spa treatments with the season’s freshest ingredients.

Sea Spa at Loews Coronado – Coronado
Ocean lovers are hooked on Loews Coronado for its close proximity to the beach, romantic gondola rides, water sport rentals, private marina, on-site surfing lessons and pools. The Sea Spa also adds to the aquatic appeal with tropical and exotic treatments, such as the Sea Spa Spirulina Wrap and the Rainforest Body Elixir.

The Spa at La Costa Resort and Spa – La Costa
The lush and quaint village that is known as the La Costa Resort and Spa is not only family friendly, but also offers such amenities as golf and tennis lessons, nutrition classes, yoga and meditation. The Spanish colonial spa sanctuary offers sunny lounges, courtyards, pools and many relaxation areas. Spa services include signature body treatments, facials, salon services in the famed Yamaguchi salon and Ayurvedic treatments performed by therapists from the neighboring Chopra Center.

The Spa at Sé Hotel – San Diego
The Sé Hotel quickly became downtown San Diego’s new favorite boutique hotel due to its luxe living spaces, Suite & Tender restaurant, plush amenities, Siren Pool & Uber Lounge and opulent Asian-inspired décor. The Spa is a destination in itself and offers indulgent treatments inspired by the Eastern world, like sound vibration therapy, Ayurvedic treatments, three-hour spa rituals, Morrocan Rasul experience and reparative facials.

Insider Tip: If you find yourself south of the border and in need of a destination spa, check out Rancho La Puerta in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico. On the 3,000 acre property, you can take in a myriad of landscaped gardens, an organic farm, mountain ranges and meadows, indoor and outdoor fitness activities, along with a full-service spa.

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