Arizona Spa Guide: The Best Spas in Tucson
Tucson, Arizona. [Photo credit: Jeremy Alford]
Most people think of Phoenix as the Southern Arizona destination to visit, but Tucson, less than two hours southeast, packs a big punch for a mid-size city. It offers beautiful views of the lush Sonoran desert including the highly prized and well-protected Saguaro cactus, which is the largest cactus in the U.S.
What’s more, it’s also a UNESCO City of Gastronomy highlighting the area’s culinary history dating back 4,000 years. Tucson is known for its many festivals and social gatherings including the Tucson Festival of Books (this is an artists town), Tucson Meet Yourself (an outdoor festival offering cultural performances, food trucks and craft markets) and the Tucson Folk Festival (a three day celebration of Americana music and local food).
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But one of the most celebrated gatherings is the annual All Souls Procession in November, which is the city’s Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) inspired event. It was started in 1990 by local artist Susan Johnson who was mourning the loss of her father and wanted to honor his life through creative expression. It has now grown into one of North America’s most significant public ceremonies. Each year, over 150,000 people gather in downtown Tucson for a two-mile procession that ends in the ceremonial burning of “The Urn.”
If there is one word to summarize the essence of Tucson, it would be community. Visitors, tourists, and new transplants alike are welcomed into the fold like long-lost friends. And what better way to nurture your mind, body, and soul than to visit one of Tucson’s many spas?
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Whether it be a luxury resort spa or a local holistic day spa offering energy healing and body rituals, Tucson has a wide variety of offerings that cater to everyone. Read to discover our top picks for the best spas in Tucson highlighted in our Arizona spa guide. If you’re looking for the best flight deals to Tucson, discover the the best prices when planning your next getaway.
Canyon Ranch Tucson
8600 E. Rockcliff Rd., Tucson, AZ 86750; (866) 470-2475
Canyon Ranch Tucson was awarded the Three Keys, the highest honor by the 2024 Michelin Hotel Guide. The resort offers guests world-class wellness, expert-led programs, and healthful cuisine. The resort is offering a Fall Renewal–Spa Renewal package, which includes luxury spa treatments, salon and skin services, insights to inspire mindful living, and healing therapies that bring body and mind into balance.
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Guests can choose from 2 to 7-night programs with planned experiences and personal options totaling from 3 to 12 services. Also included in the package price are unlimited meals and snacks, access to extensive spa and fitness facilities, and over 35 wellness activities and programs.
Gadabout SalonsSpas
8303 N. Oracle, Tucson, AZ 85704; (520) 742-0000
Gadabout SalonsSpas have been serving the Tucson community for years. With five locations in the city, there are ample opportunities to enjoy a myriad of spa services ranging from massages and waxing services to facials.
What’s more, Gadabout now offers Signature Massage lotion and oil blends. Guests can infuse their lotion or oil with a choice of three Gadabout Signature Essential Oil blends (Geranium Clarity, Bergamot Calming, and Eucalyptus Well-Being).
In need of detoxing and deep relaxation? Try the Himalayan Hot Stone massage (50 minutes). Anti-Aging offerings and add ons include Microdermabrasion, ultrasound, collagen, and Regenerative Skin Growth Factor—a 100% natural growth factor technology that activates cell regeneration.
Mindful Day Spa
1102 W. Ina Road, Tucson, AZ 85704; (520) 276-9611
This is more than just a day spa. Mindful Day Spa offers energy healing, tea and foot rituals, and body wraps as well as other spa services. Enjoy an ultra decadent and detoxifying Detox Mud Body Scrub (45 minutes) that draws out impurities from the skin while sweeping away rough dry skin and stimulating body and mind. What better way to nurture your skin in the coming fall and winter months?
Another unique service is the Tea and Foot Ritual (30 minutes). A bath is filled with fresh flowers, salts, and essential oils to help you relax and be in the moment of stillness. After the soak, guests are treated to a foot and leg exfoliation and relaxing massage. Enjoy a tea ceremony to promote warmth, inner peace, and releasing tired and tense muscles—the perfect end to a long week.
Miraval Arizona’s Life in Balance Spa
5000 E. Via Estancia Miraval, Tucson, AZ 86739; (800) 232-3969
Set on 400 acres of majestic desert in the Santa Catalina Mountains, Miraval Arizona is the original Miraval Resort & Spa, serving as a serene space for quiet reflection and spirited discovery for nearly 30 years.
Miraval Arizona’s approach to well-being is immersive and experiential, tapping into the restorative stillness of the Sonoran Desert with an extensive menu of daily workshops, classes, lectures, and activities that support the journeys of all guests with culinary/nutrition, equine, and well-being experiences, which are among the many highlights.
Miraval Arizona's Life in Balance Spa also offers an exceptional amount of services, targeting well-being through a variety of services including unique services like body renewal rituals, Ayurvedic practices, acupuncture, Vasudhara, Thai massage, crystal energy work, and more. The Spa also offers elevated massages, salon services, skin care sessions, and prenatal options.
Mokara Salon & Spa at Omni Tucson National Resort
2727 W Club Dr., Tucson, AZ 85742; (520) 877-2367
Resting at the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, Omni Tucson National Resort offers a total of 130 guest suites, including 79 Refreshed Main Building options and 51 remodeled Casitas and Haciendas Suites with secluded patios and panoramic views.
Transformed accommodations include the all-new Mokara Spa offering an array of facials, massages and body treatments. All spa services include a full day pass for the Sweetwater Pool, an outdoor oasis offering cabana rentals, food and more.
A few services on offer include the Mokara Inner Glow Ritual, a ritual of relaxation offering double-exfoliation and an aromatic masque all while wrapped in a hydrating cocoon; a Mother-To-Be Massage; and a Gentleman’s Facial (50-minutes of skincare tailored to men’s skincare needs).
Spa Solai
446 N. Campbell Ave. #180, Tucson, AZ 85719; (520) 447-7727
Spa Solai’s owner, a licensed massage therapist, ended up taking over the lease of her previous employer’s spa business. She now owns several spas in the Tucson area, one of which is Spa Solai. Not sure what massage to book? Guests can customize any massage to their specific needs. If you suffer from chronic pain, a deep tissue massage may alleviate some of the root causes.
Or if you're looking for relaxation or stress relief, there’s a variety of massages to choose from including a CBD Massage to help address chronic pain and soreness, hot stone therapy and Happy Feet (for those whose feet need a little more TLC).
Spa Solai offers several spa experience packages including Elevate Spa Day (includes a 50-minute massage, Essential Facial and Silky Mint Foot Massage), the Exhilarate Spa Day (a 50-minute massage, Exhilarate Facial and Manicure & Pedicure), and much more. Customers who buy into the spa’s loyalty program can also enjoy discounts on services.
The Spa at Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort
501 N Hacienda Del Sol Rd., Tucson, AZ 85718; (520) 901-1320
Want to have an authentic Tucson experience? Visit Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort for breathtaking views of the Sonoran desert. Relax and rejuvenate at The Spa at Hacienda Del Sol offering a unique and seasonal menu of services from gentlemen’s facials, couple’s massages and spa packages. There is one featured service for each month beginning in October through December.
In October, guests can choose from a 60-minute Grounding Trio (an exfoliation and massage of the legs and feet using creamy magnesium salts and cooling peppermint to relieve stress and tension) or Reflexology service. If you want to brighten dull winter skin, try the Green Apple Body Treatment (featured treatment in November), a sea salt scrub infused with green apple and negative ions to give the skin a radiant glow.
In December, guests can enjoy a Yam & Pumpkin Enzyme Peel Facial, which is a 60-minute exfoliating enzyme facial that reduces the appearance of pigmentation, fine lines, and sun damage.
The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain
15000 N. Secret Springs Dr., Marana, AZ 85658; (520) 572-3030
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain is home to a Forbes-Five Star Ritz-Carlton Spa offering one-of-a-kind spa experiences from facials, body treatment, manicures/pedicures and more.
Indulge in a lavish foot ritual with the Dove Mountain Pedicure. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating foot soak, precise nail shaping, cuticle care, and a hydrating application of body cream, complemented by your preferred polish or buff. For fall, renew and awaken your skin with the Golden Milk Renewing Facial, soothing skin with a blend of green tea extracts and creamy coconut milk.
If you’re looking for something to do with your sweetheart, book the Desert Gemstone Ritual for Two (100 minutes). Couples can choose a gemstone (the calming amethyst or joyful citrine) best suited to their energy while enjoying an exfoliating and hydrating massage. Guests can also enjoy all the spa amenities including spa cabanas and fitness center.
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Erin Dougherty earned her undergraduate degree in Creative Writing from Seattle University and a Master’s in English from Duquesne University. She has been Associate Editor at Launchpad magazine and a contributing editor to American Salon magazine.