RELAX IN MICHIGAN THIS WINTER SEASON AT A SPA THAT'S JUST RIGHT FOR YOU
Forget the hustle, bustle and stress of daily cares and immerse yourself in a day--or weekend--of pampering and rejuvenation surrounded by scenic settings, vibrant cities and just about anything in between. Thanks to our friends at Michigan.org, here is a list of spa retreat favorites in nearby Michigan. Enjoy!
Grand Traverse Resort, Acme Resort Spas
Whether it’s a cozy trip filled with beautiful scenery, or hitting the slopes after a winter snowfall – resorts across northern Michigan draw residents from all over and offer a splendor of spa services to sooth sore muscles and bring about a serene state of mind. The full service Solace Spa in the Mountain Grand Lodge and Spa at Boyne Mountain Resort was named one of the “Best Spas in the World” by Spa Magazine. Experience a European Spa Bathing Ritual, a sports massage or body treatments such as a Hot Toddy for the Body or a Water Lily Wrap.
Spa Grand Traverse at the Grand Traverse Resort just outside of Traverse City takes inspiration from the cherries the area is known for. Enjoy a VIP Wine & Spa Weekend, a Blissful Cherry Package, a Cherry Honey Glow, a “Cherry” Infused massage and a Repair and Restore Men’s Facial among their wide array of spa services.
Crystal Spa at Crystal Mountain Resort and Spa in Thompsonville is an 18,500-square-foot, LEED-Certified oasis at the heart of Crystal Mountain. Specials include a a Pure Crystal Body Polish and Evergreen Renewal Treatment with a wide variety of year-round services with inspired therapies that bring renewal and transformation with every breath you take.
Revive Spa in New Buffalo is located just steps away from the golden sand beach of Lake Michigan. Guests can enjoy everything from a Head to Toe Body Makeover package and Pear & Poppy Microderm Pedicure to a traditional Swedish Massage.
For a unique experience, visit Big Bay Point Lighthouse Bed and Breakfast in the Upper Peninsula and schedule a massage 30 feet above Lake Superior at the base of the historic Big Bay Lighthouse. During winter months, move indoors to the lighthouse itself for a Relaxation Massage and Herbal Body Wrap.
Also in the Upper Peninsula, you’ll find The Spa of Marquette. Revive your body, mind and spirit with signature services including the Northern Lights or the Lavender and Lace packages.
With commanding views of Sleeping Bear Dunes and the Manitou Islands, Spa Amira at the Homestead Resort in Glen Arbor is the perfect place to pamper body and soul. Experience a Warm Bamboo Massage, an Expresso Mud Body Treatment or a Lemongrass Mimosa Body Scrub.
OASIS IN THE CITY RELAXATION
Michigan’s largest cities areas also offer lavish spa experiences. Build some respite into a day of shopping, cultural attractions and fine dining in Michigan’s urban centers.
Located in the heart of downtown Detroit, IMMERSE spa in the MGM Grand Detroit provides the perfect getaway for a deluxe day at the spa; splurge on a Sento Signature Ritual or Healing Immersion Soak. www.mgmgranddetroit.mgmresorts.com/en/amenities/immerse-spa.html
Just down the road in Ferndale, Tantra Spa welcomes you in the door with an offering of organic tea. With a wide array of facials, body treatments and spa packages, there is something for everyone looking to treat themselves.
Vie: Fitness and Spa in the heart of Ann Arbor combines the virtues of fitness with the comforts of a spa. In addition to a host of massage therapies, facials and nail care, Vie also hosts private spa parties complete with refreshments and healthy snacks. www.viefit.com
Reignite your romance with a Spa Romance Package or simply enjoy a massage for two at the Amway Grand Plaza Spa and Salon in downtown Grand Rapids. Follow up with dinner for two at one of the many fine dining options in the neighborhood. www.amwaygrand.com/spa-salon
DELUXE BED & BREAKFASTS SPA ESCAPES
The best of high-end comforts and hometown charm are combined in Bed & Breakfasts throughout Michigan.
Enchantment epitomizes the spa experience at Castle in the Country Bed & Breakfast Inn in Allegan. Massages, reflexology therapy, facials and more can be enjoyed at the pond level Royal Retreat Spa area of the Castle keep building. Relax and experience relaxation and total pampering with offerings like the Royal Treatment and the Seasons of the Heart packages.
A spa weekend is the perfect activity for a girlfriends’ getaway. The spa located at the Hexagon House Bed & Breakfast in Pentwater offers a Damsels in De-stress package that includes head to toe pampering surrounded topped off with hors d’oeuvres and wine. Other favorites include the Vow Renewal and the Pamper Yourself packages. Active and retired military personnel be sure to inquire about the military discount.
At the Historic Webster House Bed and Breakfast in Bay City, guests can reserve the spa and sauna to enjoy private access, and choose from a variety of massages, a Sugar Butter Body Scrub and a variety of other unique spa services.
Those with a sweet tooth will also enjoy a Chocolate Fix massage at the Munro House Bed & Breakfast. Other services include a Neroli Body Polish, European Facial or Lavender Luxury Manicure—all within the walls of this pre-Civil War mansion in Jonesville.
SOURCE: www.michigan.org
