Need suggestions for spas in California
Jan 18, 2011, 3:02 pm
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Need suggestions for spas in California
I'm not talking about nice resorts that happen to have a spa - such as Montage or Bacara - but places that are dedicated to the "spa culture", such as Canyon Ranch or Miraval. Are there any in California, especially along the coast?
Jan 18, 2011, 6:22 pm
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Ojai Valley Inn and Spa?
http://www.ojairesort.com/
Carmel Valley Ranch Resort?
www.carmelvalleyranch.com
http://www.ojairesort.com/
Carmel Valley Ranch Resort?
www.carmelvalleyranch.com
Jan 18, 2011, 8:58 pm
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Neither are along the coast, and I wouldn't say that Carmel Valley is into spa culture either (I have no personal experience with the Ojai Valley Inn).
The FS in Westlake Village has pretensions to the title but it's a LOOOOOONNNNG way from being anything like Canyon Ranch.
Haven't ever been there, but what about the Golden Door in Escondido?
http://www.goldendoor.com/
The FS in Westlake Village has pretensions to the title but it's a LOOOOOONNNNG way from being anything like Canyon Ranch.
Haven't ever been there, but what about the Golden Door in Escondido?
http://www.goldendoor.com/
Jan 19, 2011, 10:02 am
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Yeah I agree, but at least it would be a spa. Of the luxury chain hotels I know along the coast -- FS, Ritz, Park Hyatt -- none of them are really spa-focussed places.
Jan 20, 2011, 2:36 pm
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IIRC (corrections welcome), the FS Westlake Village spa ("Longevity Center") is more medically/lifestyle-change focused, as opposed to being a pure spa. I'm not sure what the percentage of focus is (aesthetic treatments versus medically-focused treatment/programs).
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Jan 20, 2011, 5:17 pm
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I live locally, and I go with girlfriends for a day every summer. I can't speak to room quality, but the spa is outstanding. I love the fact that they have extensive outdoor facilities. One treatment entitles you to full use of the facilities for the day. The place is beautifully landscaped, and is a feast for the eyes as well as pleasure for the body. They have a small spa cafe and outdoor tables, or food can be brought to you if you are sunning.
Jan 20, 2011, 6:13 pm
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IIRC (corrections welcome), the FS Westlake Village spa ("Longevity Center") is more medically/lifestyle-change focused, in addition to being a than a pure spa. I'm not sure what the percentage of focus is (aesthetic treatments versus medically-focused treatment/programs).