Arizona Spa VacationTips to Get the Most Out of
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| The pool and Jacuzzi at Aji Spa at Wild Horse Pass Resort in Phoenix |
However, contrary to popular belief, a spa vacation isn't just for the rich and famous.
And it isn't just for women.
After a little research, we've found that most Arizona spas have a variety of services at a range of prices.
We didn't start off being spa goers.
But once we tried it, we were hooked.
Our visits to Arizona spa resorts have helped us regain a sense of wellness and re-discover how to relax.
After Jeff had his first massage, he turned to me and said, "Men have no idea what they're missing!"
After a few Arizona spa vacations, we have a few spa vacation tips to pass along ...
Arizona Spa Vacation Tip #1: What Are You Looking For?
Where you go will depend on what types of therapies you want to try.Most Arizona spas have a variety of treatments and activities, though some have more extensive therapy menus and amenities than others.
Spa resorts in Arizona generally have the greatest variety, so there is something to interest just about every member of the family, such as:
- Couples Services such as massages in the privacy of your own room. Some spas even have couples' spa suites - ultra-private spaces for dual treatments - that make a romantic Arizona spa vacation. (Spas: Agave Spa, Golden Door Spa, Mii Amo Spa, Spa Avania, Willow Stream Spa).
- Native American Healing Practices using traditional therapies and native plants like prickly pear fruit, agave extract and Hopi blue corn. (Spas: Agave Spa, Aji Spa, Hashani Spa, Mii Amo Spa).
- Specialized Treatments for Men such as massages that help relieve the ache and tension of knotted muscles and specifically formulated facials for men’s skin care needs. (Spas: Agave Spa, Golden Door Spa, Spa Avania, Willow Stream Spa).
- Arizona Golf Spa Therapies that combine healing techniques to promote enhanced performance on the golf course - a perfect complement to a sports- and outdoor activity-filled vacation. (Spas: Agave Spa, Golden Door Spa, Hashani Spa, Willow Stream Spa).
- Kid Friendly Arizona Spa Vacations for children and teens: the Pointe South Mountain Resort’s Phantom Horse Spa offers treatments like the Pretty Princess Package and the Teen Sports Massage. (Spas: Agave Spa, Arizona Biltmore Spa, Phantom Horse Spa).
- Eastern and Energy Healing Therapies such as watsu, acupuncture, Reiki, Thai table massage, Shiatsu and Ayurvedic treatments. (Spas: Agave Spa, Golden Door Spa, Hashani Spa, Mii Amo Spa), Sonoran Spa
- Anti-Aging Treatments like the Dr. Perricone anti-aging facial, cellulite treatments, hydrating wraps and collagen treatments. (Spas: Amara Spa, Golden Door Spa, Loews Ventana Canyon Resort Lakeside Spa, Red Door Spa, Sonoran Spa, Spa at Camelback Inn).
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| Arizona Grand Resort Spa offers spa treatments just for kids |
Arizona Spa Vacation Tip #2: When Should You Take an Arizona Spa Vacation?
Most Arizona spa resorts are very popular in the winter.When most of the country is under a blanket of snow, Arizona will generally be sunny and mild, making it a favorite winter vacation destination.
Therefore, winter is the "high season" in Arizona’s desert areas and room rates are at a premium.
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| The spa pool at the Spa at Camelback Inn |
If you want to get a great deal at an Arizona spa resort, we recommend taking your Arizona spa vacation in the summer.
When desert temperatures climb in the summer months, most Arizona resorts will drastically slash their rates.
You can actually find rooms that are in the low to mid $100s that would run over $350 in the winter.
The best times to get low room rates at luxurious properties like The Boulders Resort, Fairmont Scottsdale Princess and the Arizona Biltmore Resort are from about mid-June to the last week in August.
Yes, it will be hot but there are plenty of ways to keep cool such as relaxing inside the spa lounge, taking a spa class or swimming.
Sedona spa resorts are the exact opposite.
Winter is the time to get great deals in Sedona.
Mid-December before the Christmas holiday and January is when you will find low room rates for a Sedona Arizona spa vacation.
Arizona Spa Vacation Tip #3: Where Should You Stay?
Personally, we like to stay at the resort or hotel where the spa is located.But you can save money by staying at a mid-range hotel or a motel and just visiting a spa for the day.
Most Arizona spas don't require you to be an overnight guest to book an appointment.
So you can stay somewhere inexpensive and visit a spa for the whole day, which leads to our next tip…
Arizona Spa Vacation Tip #4: Spend the Day at the Spa with Just One Treatment
By booking just one treatment, you have access to the spa for the entire day. |
| The rooftop spa pool at the luxurious Willow Stream Spa at the Scottsdale Fairmont Resort |
Most Arizona resort spas have many amenities to use during your visit including pools, whirlpools, dry saunas, steam rooms, spa cafes, fitness centers and libraries.
With one treatment, you can have one of the most restful and relaxing experiences you’ll ever have.
So, Which Arizona Spa Should You Choose?
There are now so many Arizona spas choices, that it can be difficult to decide where to go just by looking at a spa’s web site.
So we've written detailed Arizona spa reviews to help you take the guess work out of where to go for your spa vacation.
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