Resort & Day Spas
Tired bodies (and minds) will find Ulster County the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. We have award winning resort spas and plenty of luxurious day spas just waiting to pamper you after a day of exertion. Look below at some of the treatments to see what awaits you:
Emerson Resort & Spa
5340 Rt. 28, Mt. Tremper
877-688-2828
www.emersonresort.com
The Forbes Four-Star rated Spa at the Emerson Resort & Spa in Mt. Tremper offfers a full menu of massage and hydrotherapy treatments designed to relieve achy, sore muscles that have been strained by exercise and sports activities. Their menu also includes moisturizing treatments to replenish dry skin that has been exposed to the elements. Day visitors welcome.
Deep Tissue/Sports Massage—Designed to relax tight muscles, promote range of motion and stimulate circulation using focused friction, muscle manipulation and a variety of other techniques. 50 minutes/$110.00
Arnica Renewal Bath—A replenishing bath to relieve muscle strain and renew energy. Anti-inflammatory Arnica is blended with Rosemary to ease muscle soreness. 25 minutes/$50.00
Body Butter Wrap —Drench your skin in moisture with the perfect treatment for ultra dry skin. Fresh Lemon Verbena and buffing grains are blended together to gently exfoliate and deeply moisturize the skin. Rehydrate with a full body wrap followed by a reparative cream that combines omega rich Rosehip Seed Oil, Sweet Balsam and fragrant Orange. 75 minutes/$150.00
River Rock Health Spa
62 Ricks Rd., Woodstock
845-679-7800
www.riverrock.biz
This elegant, zen-like sanctuary is committed natural wellness, custom service and natural products. Winner of Best of the Hudson Valley since 2007. Guests from our local communities and tourists from around the world are welcome.
Organic Warm Stone Swedish Massage with Aromatherapy—Results: stress relief, improved circulation and detoxifying. This very popular massage treatment awakens the senses and is deeply relaxing. Based on an American Indian tradition, heated basalt river rocks are rubbed with essential oils, placed along the body's meridians & used to help knead tired & sore muscles for deep relaxation. $125 for 75 Minutes (Alternative: Deep Tissue add $10).
Best Selling Spa Package: Revitalizing Spa Retreat—Tea in the Relaxation Room, Sauna, Full Body Exfoliation with Aveda Skincare Products in the Vichy Shower Wet Room, Aveda Express Facial*, Scalp Massage, Soothing-Smoothing Hands & Feet Treatment, Swedish or Deep Tissue Massage and Spa Goodie Bag. Allow a minimum of 3 Hours. Price: $195 (Value $225). Prices does not include tips. (*Aveda full facial with extractions add $25).
Mohonk Mountain House
1000 Mountain Rest Rd., New Paltz
www.mohonk.com
800-772-6646
Named by Travel and Leisure Magazine the 8th Best Spa in the United States (2009) and ranked in USA Today in the Top 10 Great Places To Relax Your Mind & Body, you wont soon forget your experience at this 140 year-old Victorian castle beside a mountain top lake. Here’s a perfect treatment after a day of outdoor activities:
New Mohonk Muscle Rescue Massage for Athletes at All Levels—This unique intensive massage is tailored to athletes who swim, bike, or run. A massage with Arnica oil helps calm the nervous system and provides relief to over-used muscles. This treatment also includes a heated clay compress and flowing Swedish massage to increase circulation, along with direct pressure point work and stretches to improve range of motion for better performance. 50 minutes, $130; 80 minutes, $180
Body of Truth
85 Kyserike Rd., Stone Ridge, NY
845-687-SPA 1 (7721)
Body of Truth offers a full, luxurious immersion in beauty, health, relaxation and healing. This beautiful spa will delight and indulge you with services designed to improve the quality of your life from the moment you arrive until long after you leave.
Rub, Scrub & Soak package followed by an Aromatherapy Bath—Cool down, exfoliate, stretch, soak, and relax with their signature Rub, Scrub and Soak package. Allow our aromatherapy full- body scrub to remove any layers of winter skin allowing the skin to breathe and to move out toxins released during your activity filled day. Our licensed therapists will then give you the massage of your choice to stretch, relax and rejuvenate active muscles. Finally, soak your body in an aromatherapy bath catered specifically to your needs. The essential oils chosen will address any repetitive motion inflammation and soreness, leaving you feeling relaxed yet invigorated and ready for a wonderful dinner out in the Hudson Valley. Swedish Massage $ 125; Deep Tissue Massage $140; Aromatherapy Massage $140; Shiatsu $140; Hot Stone Massage $200; Sports Massage $200
Restrictions: Alcohol may not be consumed prior to massages or aromatherapy baths at Body of Truth Holistic Spa.
Honors Haven Resort & Spa
1195 Arrowhead Rd., Ellenville, NY
866-345-6028
Nestled between the Shawangunk and Catskill Mountains, Honor's Haven offers exceptional meals, service and accommodations in a beautiful setting. Special Health & Wellness Getaways will allow you to make best use of our Wellness Center.
Swedish Massage—A relaxing massage that uses light to medium pressure and is goof for minor aches and pains. 25 min., $60.00; 50 min., $95.00; 75 min., $120.00