Top California Spa Resorts

Relaxation comes easy at The Lodge at Torrey Pines. After all, an idyllic location, a world-renowned golf course, and a rejuvenating spa are sure to exude tranquility. The Spa at Torrey Pines starts the serenity. This luxurious oasis is among the finest spas in the San Diego area and offers a complete line of restorative treatments. It's the perfect pit stop after a long day on the links or exploring the natural preserve. Here you'll find spacious guestrooms and suites with amenities such as full kitchens and fireplaces and two onsite restaurants with an array of delectable meals to choose from. Spend a day at the 18-hole championship Torrey Pines golf course, indulge in a delightfully soothing massage or facial treatment at the Spa at Torrey Pines, or head offsite to watch a live performance at the La Jolla Playhouse.

Address

11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, California 92037

Extra Stops

Hike eight miles of lush nature trails at the Torrey Pines State Reserve, stuff shopping bags in La Jolla, or saunter over to the beaches of Del Mar for a refreshing swim!

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Drift away in your elegant guestroom or suite, which include fireplaces and private patios, or sample the delicious cuisine at either of the two onsite restaurants.

Embrace an ocean of relaxation at Bahia Resort Hotel, where the Catamaran Spa transports you to a world of tranquility. Just one mile away at Bahia's sister property, you'll receive complimentary transportation to this rejuvenation center. Indulge in an exotic menu of practices featuring marine and botanical elements inspired by the South Pacific. Begin the experience by sipping artisan teas or fruit-infused waters in the relaxation lounge. Then choose from a collection of treatments that include massages, rituals, and a full-service nail and hair salon. Stay in shape at the state-of-the-art fitness center, which overlooks Mission Bay. Take a dip in the junior Olympic-size swimming pool before heading out for additional aquatic adventures. The Pacific Ocean is teeming with activities like swimming, diving, and sailing. Dry off in downtown San Diego, where unique shops, renowned restaurants, and much more await. Relaxation and recreation combine!

Address

998 West Mission Bay Drive, San Diego, CA 92109

Highlights

The hotel features two lighted tennis courts for you to enjoy after a soothing spa session. If you need a little advice, professional lessons and clinics are available.

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Modern rooms exude beach chic and feature flat-screen televisions, patios/balconies with sweeping views, and complimentary high-speed internet.

Unwind in Wine Country at Solage Calistoga! Slip into serenity at the exceptional Spa Solage. Onsite are 14 treatment rooms, a bathhouse for their signature Mudslide treatments, a state-of-the-art fitness center with a variety of daily fitness classes, and a menu of soothing treatments to choose from. Artfully designed and ecologically conscious, there really are few spa experiences that match Spa Solage. After a rejuvenation session, set off for downtown Calistoga on a complimentary cruiser bike. Visit plenty of the gorgeous vineyards and wineries that Napa is known for, or enjoy an afternoon of shopping and dining. For some natural adventures, hike through the surrounding mountain trails or view the lush landscape from above on a hot air balloon ride.

Address

755 Silverado Trail, Calistoga, California 94515

Highlights

Find even more ways to relax at the spa, as it features a 130-foot adult pool and hot tub, a separate family pool, a hot tub, and a cabana.

Related Onsite Offerings

Sample a creative cocktail, local wine, or delicious cuisine at Solage Calistoga's Solbar restaurant!

Perpetually pristine weather and a soothing spa make Cavallo Point Lodge your relaxation oasis. Stress and tension melt away in the serenity of the world-class Healing Arts Center & Spa. Expert staff provides soothing natural treatments and guests relax in the Tea Bar or heated meditation pool. Diverse therapeutic services include massage, facials, acupuncture, hypnotherapy, shamanic sessions and Integrative Medicine. The lodge itself is just as impressive. In the breathtaking Golden Gate setting, sophisticated urban living melds with nature's wonders. Rooms offer authenticity, comfort and quality, with organic sheets, refined décor, and plush bedding. And, spacious rooms feature an array of amenities like incredible views, elegant fireplaces, and private patios. Your relaxation retreat awaits!

Address

601 Murray Circle, Fort Baker, California 94965

Highlights

Though Cavallo Point Lodge is in the heart of the city, natural attractions are still nearby. Make sure to visit the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and the San Pedro Valley Park.

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Keep your body in tip-top shape with fitness and body awareness programs including yoga and martial arts while the onsite Cooking School gives you nutritional counseling.

The sun-soaked destination of St. Helena makes Meadowood Napa Valley a haven for relaxation! And, spa treatments at Meadowood offer the ultimate in relaxation. Indulge in unique grape seed polishes or scrubs. Feel rejuvenated and ready to explore everything the estate has to offer. Plan an entire spa weekend to experience it all: luxurious massages, body wraps, invigorating facials, and so much more! Tremendous recreation abounds on site from tennis to golf to croquet. In addition, two pools and kid's activities await your entire family. This is Wine Country, so visit one of the hundreds of exquisite wineries surrounding the resort from Sonoma to Napa. Take a meal at the luscious restaurant or have it sent to your room. You can also relax at the spa or take a fitness class. The cottages, suites and lodges feature wood-burning fireplaces. The attached terraces offer an intimate, private setting, perfect for a romantic dinner for two. Sink into serenity at Meadowood!

Address

900 Meadowood Lane, St. Helena, California 94574

Highlights

Pamper yourself with gourmet dining in your private room or swimming laps in the adult-only swimming pool. You can also use the whirlpool to release your daily tension.

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A four and a half mile trail weaves its way through Meadowood's mountainous landscape and is perfect for spying on over 160 species of California birds. Walk through the recently added labyrinth to relax and reflect.

Outstanding wineries and rejuvenating spa treatments make Hotel Healdsburg your perfect California escape! The Spa Hotel Healdsburg is your ideal destination for a rejuvenating Sonoma Wine Country vacation. Choose from a menu of soothing massages, facials, manicures and pedicures. The spa offers their own 100% natural custom-blended premium products for the ultimate spa experience. Here, you can simply let go of all your worries and sink into quiet comfort. Onsite you'll find a full service spa, pool, and the delectable Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen. If you're looking for a bit of adventure during your stay, head to nearby Russian River for fun watersports, or visit one of the many nearby vineyards on a wine tour. A variety of art galleries, museums, and restaurants are minutes away as well!

Address

25 Matheson Street, Healdsburg, California 95448

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Discover the many beautiful vineyards nearby on a winery tour. Head to the Russian River for a day of canoeing or fishing, or simply relax onsite and enjoy the views.

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Cozy accommodations offer high-definition flat-panel televisions and a sparkling swimming pool. And, everyone will enjoy a daily gourmet breakfast.

Soak in the serenity at Mountain Trek at Rancho La Puerta! This health resort and destination spa is made up of 3,000 acres of private adobe casitas, organic gardens, swimming pools, tennis courts and 3 health spas! Guests select from a variety of fitness and health activities, designed to help make the best you! Cardio, dance, pilates, tai chi, are just a few of the options available. Don't forget at the spa! Massages, steam rooms, saunas, body treatments and more are also available to guests to create the ultimate healthy and relaxing combination. Don't leave all the fun indoors! Mountain Trek owns inspiring and invigorating trails that allow you to hike through woodlands, meadows, along streams, and more. Experienced Mountain Trek guides can lead a group hike with guests who have similar levels of ability! With sunshine over 325 days a year, you are set to have the time of your life!

Address

476 Tecate Road, Tecate, California 91980

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Surround yourself with 3,000 acres of natural bliss. Hike through beautiful woodlands, meadows, and streams as you work on your fitness and clear your mind.

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Take a dip in the swimming pool, serve up a match on the tennis court, or stay in shape in the fitness center.

The Carneros Inn provides the perfect Napa escape! World-renowned wine and exceptional spa treatments make this one of the most relaxing stays in California. Indulge in a bevy of relaxing treatments from massages to facials to soaks. In fact, The Spa at The Carneros Inn scored a perfect 100 for setting and service in a "Top 55 Spa in North America" by Conde Nast Traveler reader's poll! Bathe in the Huichica Creek bath, absorb the revitalizing treatments or meditate in a private yoga class. You'll be sure to leave feeling like new! Enjoy a glass of California's finest wine on your own private patio, dine on exceptional local and sustainable ingredients, or relax in your secluded cottage. The Carneros Inn has three distinctive onsite restaurants, two infinity pools, family-friendly activities, and an array of hotel accommodations to fit each guest's needs. Though this inn is just an hour outside San Francisco, it feels a world apart.

Address

4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa, California 94559

Fun facts

With approximately 400 wineries in Napa Valley, vino enthusiasts are sure to have their spirits raised!

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You'll love the beautiful private gardens for each cottage, suite and villa, and the full-service concierge service available for any need.

Slip into serenity at La Quinta Resort & Club. Awaken your senses and feel fully rejuvenated at the Spa La Quinta. Only the latest and most effective technologies are utilized to fully cater individual treatments for you and to ensure your new found state of total relaxation. Spa La Quinta also provides a family experience offering a KidSpa menu and a pampering suite for your four-legged friend. Amenities include five award-winning golf courses, 23 tennis courts, spa with 35 treatment rooms, kids club, concierge, business center, and several restaurants serving gourmet Mexican cuisine and robust Californian fare. With 535 fireplaces, 41 pools, 53 hot tubs, 23 tennis courts, seven restaurants, and five golf courses, La Quinta Resort and Club offers the ultimate Southern California resort getaway!

Address

49-499 Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta, California 92253

Highlights

Frequenters of the fairway can swing away on five award-winning courses cradled by the rugged beauty of the Santa Rosa Mountains.

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The resort's 45 acres are teeming with activities like tennis, golf, ping pong, walking, biking, exercising, dining, and general exploring!

The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is where fine wine, other-worldly amenities, world-class golf and true relaxation meet!

Sink into pure bliss at Willow Stream Spa, a 40,000 square-foot sanctuary where you are sure to feel truly pampered. Tee off at Sonoma Golf Course designed by Sam Whiting, architect of San Francisco's Olympic Club Lake Course. Dine at the Santé restaurant, winner of the Michelin award, and of course, indulge in the flavors of Sonoma Country and Napa Valley, with a visit to nearby wineries! The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa brings all of this together--and a whole lot more.

Address

100 Boyes Blvd, Sonoma, California 95476

Mountain range

Try hiking Sonoma Mountain!

Highlights

Discover a vacation experience unlike any other at The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa. Enjoy stunning limestone and marble bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs, working fireplaces and beautiful French doors. Not to mention, Saltillo-tile accents, dimmer-controlled lighting, and complimentary terry robes with slippers are all available for your luxurious stay. Onsite, you will find various restaurants to tempt your taste buds, an elegant spa for unwinding and plenty of activities to keep yourself entertained everyday!

Rejuvenate on the tranquil shores of the Pacific Ocean at San Diego Spa at Catamaran. The spa is a one-of-a-kind relaxation center that prides itself on innovative treatments and a therapeutic ambiance. Choose from a variety of massages, facials, body wraps, exfoliating Vichy showers, and hydrotherapy treatments set amidst a secluded waterfront setting. Relaxation reaches new heights here. Take advantage by experiencing San Diego's unique access to nature for yourself by taking a stroll on the beach, or exploring the hidden gardens filled with a diversity of plants and flowers. With 313 spacious, refined rooms and suites - each with its own balcony or patio - you'll enjoy views of San Diego's magnificent skyline and the pristine California coastline from just about all points of the resort.

Address

3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, California 92109

Highlights

Whether from the privacy of your own patio/balcony or exploring the sandy shores, you can experience the unique sense of seclusion of this San Diego oasis!

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Situated just a stone's throw from Mission Bay, the world's largest aquatic park, and only 100 yards from the roaming Pacific Ocean, Catamaran features a wealth of water-centered fun!

Experience the beauty, spa, and wine at Mount View Hotel & Spa.

Located in the historic downtown of Calistoga, California, this premiere boutique-style hotel has been a beacon for enthusiastic travelers. Their vision is to create exceptional experiences that inspire people to indulge while doing good. And indulge you will at The Mount View Hotel & Spa, where you’ll be greeted by a friendly staff that will find the treatment that’s right for you. Browse their menu and select a massage or facial, or dip into the natural mineral whirlpool and feel rejuvenated. Their accommodations are no slouch either. The luxury suites vary in decor and style, but all keep the bar set high with the open living space and a glass of wine upon arrival. The value you’ll receive with the extravagance and comfortable climate only extrapolate when you are in such close proximity to Napa Valley!

Address

1457 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga CA 94515

Highlights

Keep your expectations high when you stay here⁠—Mount View has been rated the Best Boutique Hotel in Napa Valley in 2012, 2013, and 2014.

Fun facts

As of 1981, Mount View Hotel & Spa is a registered landmark with the National Registry of Historic Places.

Treat yourself to a spa getaway in the heart of wine country at MacArthur Place.

The Spa At MacArthur offers a unique array of treatments based on the fruits, flowers, and herbs grown in the property’s gardens and neighboring vineyards. There are seven treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge, and a pool situated among the verdant gardens. To top it off, they also have a fitness center just around the corner that includes 2 Peloton Bikes, 2 TRX Systems, 1 Rep Fitness, Dual Cable Cross machine, and1 Woodway Treadmill. Guests will have no shortage of options to calm the mind and reinvigorate the body.

Address

29 E. MacArthur Street Sonoma, CA 95476

Population

11,248

Related Onsite Offerings

After a day spent relaxing, top it off with a meal onsite at either The Porch, Layla Restaurant, or The Bar at MacArthur.