NEWSLETTER
There are easy escapes from the stress of everyday life right here in New York State. Retreat at these bliss-inducing spas where heated pools and massages will melt away your worries. After an afternoon (or a weekend) at these calming retreats, you'll have no trouble facing the world.
Looking for even more relaxation? Indulge in ultimate tranquility with New York’s most luxurious retreats or luxe for less with these affordable spa experiences.
Originally published: 10/31/2017 | Updated 1/6/2026
Mirbeau Inn and Spa Skaneateles (Finger Lakes, Hudson Valley, Capital-Saratoga)
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Although the address may say Skaneateles, you'll swear that you're in the French countryside when you arrive at the Mirbeau Inn and Spa. Designed with a distinctly European flair, there you can soak in the healing waters then enjoy a fine meal on a pond and gardens right out of a Monet painting. Mirbeau also features locations in historic Rhinebeck, Albany, and a new location opening this spring in Beacon.
Wildflower Farms (Hudson Valley)
At Wildflower Farms in Gardiner, wellbeing is deeply rooted in nature, set across 140 secluded acres in the Hudson Valley. Thistle, the on-site spa, blends age-old remedies and therapeutic bodywork with the principles of slow wellness, drawing on the healing power of the natural world. Curated wellness journeys will connect your mind and body to the surrounding landscape. A seasonally rotating treatment menu highlights the harvest’s best, enhanced by local, hand-blended botanicals. Indulge in the the spa’s apothecary of small-batch oils, ointments, and floral remedies to immersive outdoor treatments, skin and body treatments, and more.
Aire Ancient Baths (NYC)
More like a faraway resort than a bathhouse, the Aire Ancient Baths will take you out of the hustle and bustle and transport you to a full mind and body restorative oasis. Soak in baths of varying temperatures to experience the ancient times of the Roman, Greek, and Ottoman traditions.
Belhurst Castle (Finger Lakes)
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Nothing completes a trip to the spa like a glass of wine! Geneva's Belhurst Castle offers not only spa treatments, but a winery and dining for every occasion. If you're looking for a full-package getaway rather than a day at the spa, you'll find everything you want at this fairytale come to life.
Roosevelt Baths and Spa (Capital-Saratoga)
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The Roosevelt Baths and Spa, at the Gideon Putnam in Saratoga Springs was established in 1935 and has been helping visitors find inner peace ever since. Timeless luxuries like mineral baths, facials, and body scrubs will rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. Thanks to President Theodore Roosevelt's tireless efforts to preserve Saratoga Springs, everyone can relax and enjoy the historic atmosphere.
The Sagamore Resort (Adirondacks)
The Sagamore on Lake George isn't just secluded—it's on its own island! This jewel of the Adirondacks offers spa treatments as well as a salon so that you can look and feel your best. If you are feeling more active, there are fitness activities, including an indoor pool and a gym. With a majestic view of the lake, you couldn't ask for a more beautiful wonderland.
The Spa at Mohonk Mountain House (Hudson Valley)
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Named one of the top 100 hotels in the world by Travel+Leisure, this is truly a treasure high in the hills of New Paltz. This all-inclusive resort is home to a world-class spa, ideal for those who truly want to get away. There are fantastic overnight deals available, but you might only need a day pass to feel refreshed and ready to take on anything.
Inns of Aurora (Finger Lakes)
Perched atop a hill overlooking Cayuga Lake, the Spa at the Inns of Aurora offers a serene, farm-inspired retreat designed to restore balance to body and mind. Rooted in the Finger Lakes landscape, the spa embraces a holistic approach to wellness, inviting you to unwind with signature experiences like the hot oil scalp massage, rhythmic Abhyanga massage, and hydrotherapy.
Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa (Adirondacks)
Mirror Lake Inn is like something out of a dream. Rated No. 1 on TripAdvisor, the spa offers a variety of day spa packages, body scrubs, facials, mani-pedis, salt room therapy, and more, as well as two restaurants, so you never have to leave! Package deals are also available for couples.
YO1 Wellness Center (Catskills)
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Experience natural holistic treatments for health and wellness like Calming Ayurvedic Head Therapy, acupuncture, yoga, and more at YO1 Wellness Center, one of the most highly rated resorts and spas in The Catskills.
Skana Spa at Turning Stone Resort Casino (Central NY)
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Forbes Travel Guide Four Star award winner, Skana has also been recognized as one of the top spas in the country and the state. Melt away stress and tension with treatments that combine ancient Oneida healing principles with modern therapies, such as the strawberry hydrating manicure, sage and white pine hot towel massage, sunflower exfoliating wrap, and more.
Gurney's Montauk Resort (Long Island)
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Spectacular ocean views, an elegant atmosphere, and lush relaxation awaits at Gurney’s Montauk Resort. The Seawater Spa & Bathhouse offers facials, massages, and body work inspired by the salt, sand, and sea. Melt away stress and return refreshed from a session in the bathhouse thermal plunge pool, or a take dip in the indoor heated pool.
Seneca Niagara Resort and Casino (Greater Niagara)
Discover pure tranquility at this AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel just minutes from Niagara Falls. Decadent services such as couples massages and the refreshing salt glow treatment await at the spa alongside a healing waters room, sauna, steam room, and whirlpool tub, included with any spa appointment.
Ellicottville Oasis Day Spa (Chautauqua-Allegheny)
After you spend the day skiing Holiday Valley’s spectacular slopes, rejuvenate with a trip to the Ellicottville Oasis Day Spa. With esthetic and body treatments, massage therapy, facials, manicures and pedicures, this spa has everything you need to de-stress. Book a Swedish and deep tissue massage or revel in the spa’s new relaxation room where you can lounge in state-of-the-art massage chairs surrounded by lavender aromatherapy.
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