Hashani Spa
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This Tucson spa takes inspiration from its desert locale, incorporating local plants and native cultural traditions into the spa's soothing treatments.
Hashani Spa also takes advantage of its beautiful setting with picture windows that capture the scenic desert and mountain views and let in an abundance of natural light.
A warm Southwestern atmosphere, spacious feel and variety of amenities made me want to linger long after my treatment ended.
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| The Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa has spacious patios for enjoying the desert views |
Great service, a friendly staff and a good menu of treatments make this one of my favorite Tucson spas.
The Marriott Starr Pass Resort is tucked away on the Tucson’s west side amid the rocky, cactus-studded Tucson Mountains.
The 20-minute drive out of town will make you feel like you’ve left the city far behind.
Opened in January 2005, this $200 million dollar, six-story Tucson spa resort feels like a real destination getaway.
The Southwestern-style property has an Old West ambience with wood beam ceilings and desert-toned décor.
Although its out of town, the resort's sweeping mountain and desert views, great restaurants and scenic golf course make it worth the drive.
Hashani Spa Concept
Hashani spa’s design incorporates what the Sonoran Desert's native cultures have known for centuries. |
| The private lap pool and Jacuzzi at Hashani Spa at Starr Pass Resort |
The sights, sounds, scents and plants of the Sonoran Desert have healing properties.
This Tucson spa’s treatments combine these elements with modern health and beauty techniques.
In addition to classic massages and facials, Hashani Spa also offers a good selection of alternative health treatments including myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, cranial sacral therapy, Thai massage and Ayurvedic treatments.
What does Hashani mean?
The name is derived from the local Tohono O’odham Indian word for "saguaro."
The tall, often branched saguaro cactus is a symbol of the Sonoran Desert.
The plant is so important to the Tohono O’odham way of life and culture that they refer to it as "one of the People."
Hashani Spa Atmosphere
Hashani Spa is a full service spa spread out over three levels and feels quite spacious. |
| The entrance to Hashani Spa |
Clients begin upstairs at the check-in desk and descend down a spiral staircase (or the elevator) to the second floor Fitness Center and the Spa Lounge and treatment rooms on the bottom floor.
The Starr Pass Spa's interior reflects its desert surroundings.
Earth-toned walls and fabrics harmonize with the sweeping desert views outside.
Native American flute music drifting out from the sound system added a sense of tranquility.
You can relax before your treatment in the airy Spa Lounge, which is filled with plenty of soft-cushioned rattan lounge chairs and ottomans.
Floor-to-ceiling windows look out to the resort’s pools and terraces and the cactus-covered Tucson Mountains beyond.
A long counter is well stocked with large containers of water flavored with fresh watermelon and strawberries and Hashani’s own hot tea blends.
You can also wait out on the patio outside the lounge where there is direct access to Hashani Spa’s own private lap pool and Jacuzzi, in addition to the resort’s two main pools.
The Spa’s café, Blossom, offers al fresco dining poolside with a menu of panini sandwiches and wraps, salads, mineral waters and smoothies.
My Treatment Experience at Hashani Spa
I tried Hashani Spa's Hot Stone Therapy (50 minutes for $125), an ancient Native American healing treatment. |
| You can purchase the spa's plush robes and fragrant bath products in the Hashani Spa shop |
As you might guess from the name, the massage therapist uses heated basalt stones to massage the body instead of the hands.
The stones are perfectly smooth like river rocks, so there's no need to worry about rough edges.
This therapy is offered at many Arizona spas and I was very curious to try it.
My therapist was a kind, gentle-natured man who quickly made me feel at ease.
He carefully explained the hot stone technique and how he would use the stones.
He heated the stones to a very warm temperature and then began to work first on one side of my body and then the other, using long, gentle massage-like strokes.
He varied the size of the stones according to which body part he worked on; small stones for hands, feet and face, larger ones for thighs, calves and back.
The feeling of having warm, smooth stones massaged on sore, tired muscles is pure bliss.
I would never have imagined that the rounded surfaces would feel so soothing and gentle.
A massage with warm stones is quite unlike any other body treatment experience. I highly recommend it for everyone.
Favorite Feature at Hashani Spa
It’s a toss up between the wonderful Hot Stone Therapy and the lovely Spa Lounge, where I felt like I could relax all day, sipping the flavorful watermelon water and gazing out at the gorgeous mountain view.Fast Facts: Hashani Spa Tucson at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort
What to Know Before You Go: |
| The spa gift shop |
- The Hot Stone Therapy is not recommended during pregnancy or when sunburned.
- Spa and salon treatments must be guaranteed with a credit card or hotel confirmation number.
- It is recommended that your reserve your spa appointments at least two weeks in advance; allow additional time for appointments on holidays and weekends.
- Starr Pass Spa’s Fitness Center is for spa guests only. There is a free, 24-hour Fitness Center with cardio equipment and free weights off of Starr Pass Resort’s lobby for resort guests not visiting Hashani Spa.
- Spa charges and policies are subject to change without notice.
Location: On the west side of Tucson in the Tucson Mountains.
Address: 3800 W. Starr Pass Boulevard, Tucson, AZ 85745
Google Map Directions: Click on "+" and "-" signs on Map Controls in upper left hand corner to zoom in and out on the location.
Phone: (520) 791-6117 for information or reservations.
Hours:
Spa Facility: 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Fitness Facility: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Size: 20,000 square feet
- 23 treatment rooms.
- Separate women’s and men’s locker rooms, each with its own steam room and whirlpool. Bottles of lavender spray and chilled cucumber slices on ice sit on trays beside the women’s whirlpool.
- Large shower area has comfortably-sized stalls with Hashani Spa’s own signature line of bath products. Large grooming areas hold all the supplies you’ll need post-treatment, including hair dryers, combs, disposable shavers, etc.
- Hashani Spa Fitness Center has floor-to-ceiling views of the Tucson Valley and state-of-the-art cardiovascular, circuit and weight training equipment.
- Movement Studio has an outdoor terrace where you can take a yoga, Pilates or tai chi class.
- One-on-one wellness and fitness sessions including meditation, private exercise consultation, personal training, assisted stretching and therapy ball workout. (Prices for classes and private consultations range from $50 - $150 for 50 – 90 minutes)
Starr Pass Spa Services:
Hashani Spa offers a full range of spa treatments and salon services, many using ingredients native to the Sonoran Desert or from other desert regions around the world, including:
- Hashani Spa’s signature, nourishing Desert Algae Wrap (50 minutes for $120) uses spirulina – a microalga rich in antioxidants and the rare essential fatty acid, GLA – which stimulates circulation and nourishes the skin with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.
- Sonoran Sands Body Polish (50 minutes for $120) uses desert sands, herbs and essential oils to deeply exfoliate and soften the skin. After exfoliation, your body is rinsed in a refreshing Vichy shower and massaged with warm aromatherapy oil.
- Zen Shiatsu (50 minutes for $125), a Japanese style body work, uses stretching, range of motion, palm compressions and acupressure techniques to balance your body's energy.
- Arizona Copper Peptide Firming Facial (50 minutes for $125) uses copper peptides that helps boost skin tissue, thereby keeping it firm and supple. This facial also helps improve skin tone, renew tissue and smooth and relax facial features.
The Salon Menu includes hand and foot treatments, hair and nail services and waxing (prices range from $30 -$135 depending upon service type).
Age Policy: Spa guests must be at least 18 years old. Proof of age may be required. Certain restrictions apply. There is no age restriction for the Salon.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations or reschedules must be made 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged 100% for the scheduled treatment.
Service Charge: An 20% Service Charge will be added to your spa charge. To leave an additional gratuity, see the front desk for a tip envelope.
Facility Fee: To use of all Hashani’s full spa facilities, you must have a minimum amount of $120 worth of services per day. Otherwise, a $25/day Facility Fee applies (includes a personal locker and the use of all spa facilities)
Spa Check-In Policy: To avoid being deprived of treatment time, be sure to check in at the Spa at least 30 minutes in advance prior to your first treatment. Late arrivals will not receive an extension of scheduled treatments.
Spa Etiquette: To preserve the tranquil setting, cell phones, pagers, tobacco and alcohol are prohibited. Guests are requested to keep their voices at a minimum.
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