Embarking on a genuine transformation of your physical, mental or spiritual health often requires stepping out of your comfort zone and encountering novel experiences. A refuge where you can distance yourself from the chaotic routine of everyday life to prioritize your physical, mental and spiritual health. Thankfully, wellbeing retreats are perfectly tailored for this purpose. They bring together a team of specialists in nutrition, physical wellness, and psychology, along with exclusive amenities and often lavish spa treatments, to elevate your state of mind, acquire insights on enhancing your health and reset. Within North America, these 23 wellbeing sanctuaries promise to help you reset, relax, and rejuvenate.
Introducing itself as the pioneer destination spa in North America, Golden Door has led the way as a trendsetter in the realm of destination spas since 1958. Drawing inspiration from the Japanese ryokan, visitors cross the secluded estate’s threshold through elegant golden doors (crafted from hammered Tunisian brass and copper, intricately designed with the Tree of Life image and adorned with semi-precious stones) to be welcomed by immaculate landscapes and bespoke stays where each program is uniquely curated. This setting provides guests with the foundation to transform their minds, bodies and spirits, allowing them to unwind, rejuvenate, and invigorate on a focused journey. Boasting activities centered around mindfulness, spirituality, and fitness, they offer a wholesome food program tailored to your dietary requirements, while their facility offers a myriad of outdoor pursuits to explore. Through cutting-edge group dialogues and personalized one-on-one sessions, the focus is not solely on pampering you during your visit but on equipping you with the tools for introspection, healthy eating, and fitness so that you can carry forward long-lasting benefits when you eventually bid adieu. They provide packages ranging from three nights to seven nights, commencing at $6,250 for the three-night package, inclusive of personal training sessions, in-room massages, body treatments, and all meals and beverages.
RESET TELLURIDE
Recently launched in May 2022, RESET Telluride is an exclusive, ultra-luxurious private sanctuary for wellness and trekking, situated at an elevation enveloped by the splendor of the San Juan mountains. Crafted to deliver a comprehensive physical and mental reset, the core of each retreat revolves around the daily half-day treks accompanied by AMGA-Certified Mountain Guides. Throughout the retreat, guests enjoy boundless access to RESET’s exclusive wellness center outfitted with state-of-the-art strength and cardio equipment, yoga sessions, meditation, massages, physical therapy, and body composition scanning and assessments. Alongside five 60-minute in-room massages already included in your stay, guests can enhance their retreat experience with optional add-ons like acupuncture, oxygen enrichment, nutritional guidance, IV therapies, hyperbaric chamber therapy, and more. The RESET retreat kicks off at $5,500 per guest for a four-day retreat and $10,000 per guest for a six-day retreat.
CASA ALTERNAVIDA
In a pursuit to alleviate stress, Casa Alternavida stands as a bespoke all-encompassing wellbeing retreat haven in Puerto Rico. Tailored for inquisitive, growth-oriented individuals and groups, they offer a hands-on, guided retreat encounter that encourages guests to shift their focus from the mind to body intelligence. Guests are encouraged to rediscover their true essence through coaching sessions, rainforest excursions, solitary moments, and enriching dialogues over meals each day. For individuals and couples keen on prioritizing their wellness, personalized retreats (priced between $525 – $685 per night in single occupancy, all-inclusive) commence with a pre-arrival evaluation, and upon arrival in Puerto Rico, your day is brimmed with guided natural journeys, cultural culinary escapades, a personalized retreat blueprint, and more. Their leadership and team-building retreats are meticulously curated and conducted to enhance your organizational culture, with a complete buyout of the sanctuary offered for $6,700 – $8,700 per night accommodating 10 people. Travelers depart feeling their worries vanished, with time seemingly expanded at this southern tip of the Bermuda triangle venue.
THE LODGE AT WOODLOCH
Awarded as a stellar destination spa resort, The Lodge at Woodloch is nestled in the Lake Region of Northeast Pennsylvania. Sprawled across 500 pristine wooded acres featuring a 15-acre private lake, the resort encapsulates a philosophy of personal awakening and offers a haven for the senses. The outdoor adventure program empowers guests to truly let nature nurture them, with a plethora of activities including sunset kayaking, guided hikes, forest immersion, and fly-fishing. The spa showcases a Snow Room, a pioneering feature in a Wellness Resort in the United States, alongside Forest Bathing and a team that stands as one of the only certified teams at a resort in the US. Whether opting for the Intro to Spa Package or the Complete Spa Package, guests revel in sumptuous accommodations, thought-provoking talks and workshops, structured group fitness sessions and seminars, a personal spa liaison, and much more. Pricing initiates at $459 per individual per night, with packages being customizable to embark on your personal or group expedition in the Poconos.
HILTON HEAD HEALTH
Nestled along the coast just a stone’s throw from the beach, Hilton Head Health hosts the sole coastal wellbeing sanctuary in the US. This all-inclusive weight loss and wellness resort tailors personalized programs to meet you at your current stage of wellness. Pioneering the field of integrated health, this holistic wellbeing haven offers a comprehensive whole-health approach addressing mental and physical hurdles for tangible results and enduring metamorphosis. Embracing their coastal environs with miles of meandering trails spanning 800 acres and a myriad of outdoor activities, deluxe spa services, and delectable, nourishing cuisine, each member’s H3 getaway is initiated with a consultation with a Program Consultant to ensure a program blueprint is laid out for sustained health benefits. Earlier this year, they unveiled ReNew, a fresh wellness initiative entirely dedicated to self-care. Programs begin at $755 per night, with guests selecting from options like their Healthy Getaway, requiring a minimum three-night stay, or the LivingWell, Jump Start, or ReNew programs necessitating a minimum seven-night stay, or the Lose Well program mandating a minimum 28-night stay.
MOUNTAIN TREK FITNESS RETREAT & HEALTH SPA
Featuring daily excursions through the striking mountains of British Columbia, Mountain Trek Fitness Retreat & Health Spa epitomizes an upscale all-inclusive fitness and wellness retreat. Aimed at orchestrating a complete rejuvenation of body and mind, the retreat delves into enhancing your physical, mental, and emotional health. Apart from reshaping your physique, the retreat endeavors to reduce stress levels, enhance quality of sleep, and fortify mental well-being through mindfulness education and training. Their organic, epicurean spa cuisine alongside meticulous meal timings bolsters metabolic rate and gut microbiome health, rekindling your vitality and creativity. An innovative addition to their offerings is forest immersion, where guests are guided by a certified nature immersion/forest bathing practitioner through a mind-calming stroll amidst lush environs. Other distinct experiences include barefoot walking meditation sessions and a continuously evolving lecture series crafted to aid guests in returning home with a serene, confident mind. Conducted from late April to late October, the retreat is structured from Saturday to Saturday, encompassing all meals, daily guided excursions, yoga sessions, workshops, exercise classes, spa access, and transportation.From and to close-by airports and three 50-minute healing massages. The retreat that spans seven nights is priced at $6,400.
SHOU SUGI BAN HOUSE
Being the sole thorough wellness program in the Hamptons, a visit to Shou Sugi Ban House guarantees an experience like no other. Covering over five acres and encompassed by evergreen trees and lush grasses, Shou Sugi Ban House offers an atmosphere that is both peaceful and transcendental. For those seeking to bring back equilibrium in mind, body, and spirit, their overnight retreats offer a comprehensive program with various options from their Wellness Menu. Beginning with daily breakfast, morning and evening movements, and meditation sessions, guests have the choice to tailor their schedule by selecting from a variety of wellness offerings which consist of sound healing, hydrotherapy, and the recent addition of aerial yoga. The three curated retreat packages include the Digestive Cleanse Retreat that incorporates colon hydrotherapy, a whole-food meal plan, and enriching wellness encounters; a Couple’s Retreat, and the Indulge and Retreat that includes luxurious transportation from NYC to the Hamptons. Prices for programs start from approximately $1,045 per night.
LITHIA SPRINGS RESORT
Situated in the picturesque Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon, Lithia Springs Resort presents a wellness retreat dubbed She Flies With Her Own Wings, paying homage to Oregon’s state motto, alis volat propriis. This two-night package entails sessions led by health and lifestyle coach Andréa Matteson, who harnesses Emotion Code Healing, Neuro-Linguistic Processing, and Emotional Freedom Technique to facilitate profound breakthroughs with clients. The holistic approach involves gourmet meals sourced from regional produce, rejuvenating spas onsite, biking paths meandering through the nearby woods, a fitness cottage, afternoon tea accompanied by freshly baked pastries, and more. Nestled within four acres of flourishing gardens featuring fountains, a koi pond, a gazebo, and lawns ideal for meditation or yoga, the serene surroundings burst with color and fragrance. Named after the naturally occurring lithia water found deep beneath the property, Lithia Springs is rumored to possess unique healing qualities and is filtered and piped to every room for opulent, private mineral water baths. The retreat commences at $498 for a Garden View Room — along with a discounted rate of $265 for a second guest.
WINVIAN FARM
Easily accessible two hours away from New York City in Northwest Connecticut, Winvian Farm emerges as a charming location to unwind and pamper the senses. Nestled amongst woodlands and meadows on a sprawling 113-acre property, guests can take their pick from a range of 18 distinct resort cottages and the unique Hadley Suite as lodging options. The estate is also home to a 5,000-square-foot spa housing six treatment rooms, including two couple’s suites equipped with wood-burning fireplaces, catering to both overnight guests and retreat attendees. Guests have the opportunity to partake in a customized array of treatments and private classes designed to calm the mind and spirit, in a serene setting where they can relax and revitalize amidst the tranquility of nature. Whether embarking on solo retreats, bridal showers, or couple’s getaways, guests are treated to delectable cuisine at the restaurant at Winvian Farm featuring fare sourced from the onsite three-acre farm and four greenhouses. Nightly rates commence at $799 inclusive of a scrumptious homemade breakfast, while additional guest activities such as wine tastings and cooking classes can be added separately to craft a complete retreat experience.
WILD RICE RETREAT
Nestled on the shores of Lake Superior in Bayfield, WI, Wild Rice Retreat stands as the Midwest’s inaugural, all-inclusive wellness retreat. Unveiled in May 2021, the retreat is founded on the pillars of nourishment, expression, and movement, creating a space for grounding the mind, body, and spirit. Whether opting for personal travel retreats or guided retreats, guests can select from 19 Scandinavian-designed accommodation units. The personal retreats offer guests two fresh, healthy meals locally sourced per day, access to daily movement and wellness classes, and full utilization of their restorative amenities, allowing guests to curate a reflective journey by selecting from a range of daily classes. The guided retreats provide exclusive entry to retreat-specific classes from licensed practitioners, featuring disciplines such as jewelry making, prose writing retreats, photography, mentorship, yoga, and more. Rates fluctuate from $252 to $512 per night, tailored to the lodging style chosen.
PRITIKIN LONGEVITY CENTER
With a legacy of more than 50 years in sustainable weight loss and addressing lifestyle illnesses, Pritikin Longevity Center stands as a medically supervised wellness sanctuary situated in Trump National Doral Miami. From individual physician consultations, weight-loss workshops, diabetes and hypertension management, to nutritious dining experiences, culinary lessons, and more, each program is meticulously curated to immerse guests in an enlightening educational voyage. The Center embodies a three-pillar ethos comprising Food & Nutrition, Exercise & Fitness, and a Healthy Mindset and offers over eight distinct retreats for those desiring to relish a longer and healthier life. Championing the perspective of food as medicine, the program features a physician-guided meal regimen and fitness routine designed for enduring results. The seasonal tariff for the full two-week Pritikin Program amounts to $639 per night, $4,475 per week.
LAKE AUSTIN SPA RESORT
Nestled amidst Texas Hill Country on the shores of Lake Austin, Lake Austin Spa Resort emerges as an all-inclusive spa and wellness refuge. Fusing exclusive luxury with laid-back comfort, guests can explore the lakeside locale and soak in the tranquil ambiance of the Balcones Canyonlands Nature Preserve adjacent to the lake. An array of outdoor activities including paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, as well as hikes and various fitness classes, wellness lectures, and yoga classes await guests. The world-class LakeHouse Spa, an award-winning facility, proffers guests a labyrinth of over 100 treatments, including the exclusive The Regal by Valmont line, tailored exclusively for resort visitors. Focusing on avant-garde treatments amalgamating Eastern and Western methodologies, the 25,000-square-foot spa showcases services like the Gemstone Soul Recovery Experience and the Texas Starry Night Massage. Guests also savor three meals daily at the lakeside dining establishments of the resort, where a thoughtful approach to healthy eating integrates delectable options prepared from locally sourced ingredients. Meals, classes, and activities are encompassed in the nightly rate commencing at $595 per person, with spa services available as supplementary offerings.
MIRAVAL ARIZONA
Draped over 400 acres of majestic desert in the Santa Catalina Mountains, Miraval Arizona symbolizes the original Miraval Resort & Spa, serving as a serene hub for introspection and exploration to help guests attain a life in harmony through mindfulness. The property’s distinct architecture and landscape design fully embrace its surroundings, reflecting colors, native plant life, and cacti that pay homage to the stunning desert landscape. Miraval Arizona’s approach to wellbeing is immersive and experiential, tapping into the restorative serenity of the Sonoran Desert with a diverse array of daily workshops, classes, lectures, and activities supporting all guests on their personal journeys. From culinary arts and nutrition to equine therapy and wellness experiences, a myriad of highlights awaits guests at this bespoke property, all contributing to the holistic wellbeing of each individual.
MIRAVAL AUSTIN
Nestled amidst nature, Miraval Austin is ensconced in the rolling hills of the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve, spanning over 280-plus acres, 170Sustainable Travel Escapes
MAGNYFICANT WILDERNESS RETREAT
Discover a sanctuary hidden from civilization, untouched by regulations, inviting visitors to immerse in a untouched natural setting perfect for relaxation and introspection. Offering a selection of 117 rooms spread across 13 distinct lodges, each room provides direct outdoor access and stunning vistas of the preserve. Guests can indulge in amenities such as meditation channels within the room, a Tibetan singing bowl, and a meditation cushion. Ensuring comfort and convenience, visitors can partake in a variety of enriching activities including daily workshops, classes, lectures, and adventures tailored to meet each guest’s individual purpose for the visit. Unique experiences at this retreat comprise equine pursuits, exploring the farm and garden, excursions on Lake Travis, and engaging in the challenge course.
OPULENT BERKSHIRES HAVEN
Set amidst 380 conserved acres in Lenox, Massachusetts, the Berkshires Sanctuary offers a haven for a Life in Harmony, emphasizing the convergence of body, mind, and spirit. Guests are empowered to embark on transformative well-being journeys through immersive encounters. With a diverse range of dynamic fitness sessions, yoga classes, and wellness programs, including equine ventures at Meadowview Acres, fitness classes at the Body Mindfulness Center, and indulgent spa treatments at the acclaimed Life in Harmony Spa, the resort also offers an extensive assortment of outdoor expeditions. Whether engaging in land or water pursuits on Laurel Lake, these activities promote mindfulness, self-awareness, connections, and personal revelations. Departing guests take with them a wellness encounter fortified by intention. All-inclusive packages provide access to meals, daily activities, the spa, transportation, and a $175 credit for spa services and additional paid activities.
INFATUATION RETREAT
Crafted by revered love expert Dr. Ava Cadell, The Adoration Retreat in Maricopa, CA, situated just a two-hour drive north of Los Angeles, embodies an intimate extension of Dr. Ava’s renowned online program Loveology University®. Launched in Autumn 2022, this novel retreat, which has transformed the Pine Mountain Buddhist Temple Retreat, offers in-person yoga, meditation, hiking, and holistic healing workshops. Clients are pampered with reinvigorating activities and services to refine focus, rejuvenate spirits, and nurture hearts. From Dr. Ava’s Sensual Yoga for Intimacy Program to the Nine Forms of Meditation, The Adoration Retreat collaborates with a highly skilled Wellness Team including Dr. Shannon Chavez, Dr. Hernando Chaves, Sabrina Jackson, and Ram Kirin, who educate guests on intimacy, pleasure, movement, and breathwork. Located on a sprawling 45-acre estate in unincorporated Ventura County, the retreat features two on-site structures, four cutting-edge campers for lodging, and an 11-foot-tall Stupa, constructed by monks on-site to facilitate enlightenment for all beings.
COZY MONTAUK HAVEN
The Mellow Montauk comprises a boutique resort encompassing 96 rooms in the laid-back coastal town of Montauk on the northeast corner of Long Island, defined by the essence of luxurious informality. Going beyond traditional wellness activities like yoga and meditation, the resort presents added holistic wellness encounters such as artistic workshops, nocturnal fires in the lush courtyard, and intimate conversations by the fireside. Guests can escalate their experience with paid upgrades like salt cave therapy off-site, private tarot readings, surfing lessons with Engstrom Surf’s elite surfers, and personalized beach fires. Offering myriad avenues for relaxation and reconnection, rates initiate at $383 and are extended from April to November.
