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Florida Spa Guide: The Best Spas in Orlando

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It’s the happiest place on earth. It has a magic kingdom, movie studios where guests are the stars, wild animals, thrill rides, whales and dolphins, and a castle built for Cinderella. It’s also home to championship gold, a bustling bar and nightclub scene, sports arenas and concert venues, historic homes, a burgeoning technology sector, and a university with the largest student body in the county.

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It hosts year-round events and has the second largest convention center in the United States. With 3 million visitors per year, Orlando remains a fascinating destination for foodie and fun-seekers alike.

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Home to several world-class resorts and hotels and a robust downtown district, Orlando boasts some of the country’s most innovative spas. And while many are located in luxury hotels, you will find quite a few outside the hotel zones with an eclectic flair and global-inspired treatment menus.

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Whether you are in town for them park adventures, a convention, honeymoon or a girls’ getaway, a spa day is another reason to sojourn to one of the world’s most visited cities. Read on to discover our picks for the best spas in Orlando.

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Conrad Spa at Conrad Orlando

1500 Eastbeach Way, Orlando, FL 32836; (407) 387-2000

Nestled within Evermore Orlando Resort’s sprawling 1,100-acre property and less than three miles from one of Orlando’s most famed theme park resorts, the Conrad Orlando is a 433-room luxury hotel that includes five distinct dining venues, an 8-acre crystalline lagoon and expansive pool complex, more than 65,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, and is home to a serene spa.

The hotel’s design synchronizes with the area’s natural landscape to create an indoor-outdoor environment that inspires harmony between relaxation and rejuvenation. It embraces organic shapes and fluid lines to emulate the flow of water, while natural wood tones and regional materials such as limestone create a connection back to land.

Conrad Spa provides a curated selection of rituals that are centered around water, sound, and locally-sourced Florida flora and minerals. Amenities include saunas, steam rooms, a Serenity Lounge, 11 treatment rooms, and stations for manicures, pedicures, hairstyling, and recovery.

Every service begins with a 5-breath meditative process, and treatments to try include the 110-minute Mineral Wellness Ritual, which begins with an apothecary mineral bath followed by a soothing face mask and massage with mineral-rich body oils; as well the Conrad Custom Massage, a fully bespoke treatment that has been developed by each member of the spa team and is available in 50 and 80 minutes.

There is also a 12,000-square-foot Water Garden outside that features a cold plunge, vitality pool, and hot plunge, along with four private treatment tubs and sound bath stations. The spa is the exclusive spa partner of Noble Panacea, the only Nobel Laureate-created skincare brand in the world backed by scientific research and created in small batches by hand using clean formulas and sustainable packaging.

Poseidon Spa at Grand Bohemian Hotel

325 S Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801; (407) 313-9000

As part of the Autograph Collection by Marriott, the Grand Bohemian is an exercise in the perfection of chic. Each element is masterfully crafted and curated by designers and architects whose vision is above and beyond the ordinary.

Evoking the grandeur of 19th century Vienna with a modern twist, every detail is calculated to be a ne plus ultraof hotel presentation. The Boheme Restaurant captures the Vienna Succession movement with prints celebrating this artful zeitgeist. The Bosendorfer Lounge is an exquisite example of fine European cocktail and interior design craftsmanship. The pool bar and lounge comes alive daily with happy hours, live jazz, and evening soirees.

The boutique Poseidon Spa draws on the healing power of water to promote mind and body relaxation and balance. Facials and massages are customized to your needs and desires. Enhance your massage with a dry brush exfoliation or with Privai body butter for luscious skin nourishment. For you custom facial, add a hydrating mask, glycolic peel, or LED therapy for optimal skin benefits.

Royal Monsour Moroccan Hammam Salon & Spa

11951 International Dr, Unit B4, Orlando, FL 32821; (407) 778-5011

Royal Monsour Moroccan Hammam Salon & Spa offers a little bit of Morocco in the heart of Orlando. Dreams come true in the land of the Magic Kingdom, and an opulent and authentic Moroccan hamman is a spa enthusiast’s dream. The exotic décor is enough to answer your wildest urban gypsy prayers.

Using imported products from Morocco, your journey begins as you lounge on a banquette of colorful pillows with a glass of mint tea.  Enter the tiled walled steam room to open pores and prepare your skin for a thorough scrub and detox. You may opt for a self-scrub session with all the tools you need, or let one of the expert therapist do the scrubbing with African black soap from head to toe.

From there, you can choose any number of body, massage, facial, waxing, nail or hair services to pamper you like a true princess. This is a not a place where you want to rush in and out, so we recommend one the packages to make the dream last a few hours. We love the Roses Package, which includes the hammam experience with full-body exfoliation and a European rose mud body wrap followed by a one-hour Exotic Rose Facial with LED light therapy.

Sufi Spa

990 N State Rd 434, #1136, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714; (407) 770-6666

If an eclectic Asian vibe is up your day spa alley, then Sufi Spa is your haven. The zen Southeast Asian décor and global-inspired service menu is exactly what you need to escape the crowds and feel worlds away from the every day.

Carved teak woods, chiffon canopies, and Oriental rugs transport you to a serene Shangri-La. A full range of massage, facial, nail, waxing, and body rituals await to whisk you away to a personal paradise. For starters, we recommend the Bed of Roses Massage. Luxuriate on a bed of roses and enjoy a special massage treatment that unwinds the body while rejuvenating, replenishing, and relaxing the spirit. 

If you have more time, opt for the Bed of Roses Ritual. Lay on a bed of roses and enjoy an unwinding one- hour tea rose massage followed by a one-hour soothing rose water pedicure and hydrating rose foot mask.

If this is your day to splurge, then you must try the Sufi Signature Package. Indulge your senses and relinquish your mind, body, and spirit with this unique signature experience. Enjoy a Classic massage, European facial, Earth and Sea body mud wrap, and a Signature manicure and pedicure. All these at prices well below those at nearby resorts.

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort

10100 Dream Tree Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32836; (407) 313-7777

Luxury and family fun are not mutually exclusive. Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort is a AAA five-diamond resort located inside Walt Disney World. Superlative luxury is combined with a customized Disney experience that is equally enjoyable for an adult or family escapes. Just bring your imagination, an open heart, and a desire for the finest a resort can offer.

The Spa at Four Seasons takes relaxation and wellness to euphoric heights. The plush setting is home to indoor and outdoor hot tubs, a sauna and steam room, and an expansive solarium. When you are ready for a multi-sensory immersion, head to the exclusive Experience Shower.  It’s embellished with glass mosaic tile, a rainfall shower head, nine surrounding jets, and a touch screen panel while you experience light, sound, and tactile sensations. 

The spa is also proud to offer new vitality therapies developed with Dr. Olga Ivanov. Intravenous and intramuscular vitamin drips and shots aimed at optimizing your well-being are now offered as an individual treatment option or as an enhancement to one’s spa routine. 

For a serious recharge after a day of theme parks, we suggest the Vibration Sound Therapy, a truly unique experience to restore the natural rhythms of your body and mind on a cellular level. This treatment helps you achieve a remarkably restorative and euphoric state through the beautifully peaceful sounds and vibrations of Himalayan singing bowls that are placed on and around the body. Vibrations from the bowls and fluid, along with flowing massage techniques inspire a state where you can transcend stressful thoughts and the energies of your body and mind are harmonized.

The Spa by JW at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa

14900 Chelonia Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32821; (407) 919-6300

JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa welcomes modern luxury to Orlando. Located near International Drive within the gates of Walt Disney World, the hotel offers warm, inviting social spaces and amenities. Featuring resort pools and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of Disney fireworks—fun, leisure and wellness co-exist in perfect harmony at this premium property within the Disney park.

The hotel’s signature Sear + Sea has been named a Recommended Restaurant in the Florida 2023 Michelin Guide. The talented culinary experts bring a distinctive dining experience like no other with natural, prime cuts of dry aged beef, fresh seafood selections, and one-of-a-kind accompaniments. You can also enjoy small plates from Sea + Sear at their cozy lounge bar. Take in beautiful vistas and Japanese culinary delights at the rooftop Illume, or opt for casual spontaneity at the Food Bazaar or Beer Garden.

The Spa by JW is designed to immerse you in the light. Rather than dark and mysterious, you will find bright light all around you as if the sun and sky took you under its wing. Featuring a fitness center, locker rooms with changing area and amenities, and a sun-soaked relaxation lounge, the Spa at JW@ beckons you to leave the hustle and bustle behind.

Treatments include premium brands such as Eminence Organic Skin Care, Babor, and Pure Fiji. In addition to a complete list of body, facial, and nail services, the Spa by JW offers a special selection of express treatments for men and women on the go.

If you have 100 minutes to indulge in pure bliss, we recommend the Body Contour Treatment. Shape and revitalize your body with rare plant stem cells, aromatic orange mimosa extracts, and shaping massage techniques used to deliver a unique full-body treatment. Head to the expansive fitness center to stretch those aching muscles any time of day or night.

The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes

4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando, FL 32837; (407) 206-2400

Unparalleled luxury meets Southern hospitality. Conceived and designed in the grand style of Florida’s golden era, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes is a feast for the senses. Featuring two Michelin recognized restaurants, a farm-to-table kitchen, fine Italian, American, and an airy burger bar headed by an award-winning chef. The signature bar, Evr Bar, surrounds you in gilded Southern charm and the best cocktails in the area.

The Spa at Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes is a 40,000-square-foot nature-inspired oasis. It’s a destination spa with 40 treatment suites for the spa experience of a lifetime. The specially curated therapies incorporate CBD oils and herbs from the spa’s own garden, honey from the resident bees, and homegrown citrus from local orchards.

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The spa is proud to feature facials by premier French skincare brand Valmont. To achieve immediately glowing skin, we recommend the Energy of the Glaciers Facial. This dual energizing and relaxing Valmont facial focuses on the vascular system. The treatment revitalizes the skin by stimulating cell oxygenation and dissolving any sign of fatigue. The skin revels in newfound energy and vigor, while the complexion appears fresh and radiant.

After your treatment, enjoy the outdoor pool or grab some spa cuisine at Vitale Cafe. The 24hr fitness center is equipped with all the latest equipment to keep your exercise routine in check. Complimentary and fee-based group classes are available daily.

It’s even better if you bring little ones with you. The talented makeup artists can transform toddlers to teens into their favorite Disney character for an experience they’ll never forget.

Waldorf Astoria Spa at Waldorf Astoria Orlando

14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln, Orlando, FL 32821; (407) 597-5360

Step into sublime at Orlando’s most sophisticated hotel, Waldorf Astoria Orlando. Located inside Disney, the hotel has just completed a floor-to-ceiling renovation to enhance the grandeur and guest experience. Award-winning restaurants Bull & Bear and Peacock Alley are better than ever, as is the re-imagined 18-hole golf club.

The Waldorf Astoria Spa has also been upgraded, and now includes Florida’s only Himalayan Salt Therapy room inside a full-service spa. For an enhanced-experience, guests can pair their salt room therapy session with a Himalayan Salt Stone Massage. 

The extended menu of bespoke services is focused on a holistic approach to renewal and well-being complemented by locally-sourced ingredients and premium products. Their signature ingredient of Tupelo honey is infused into the luxurious skin and body therapies for ultimate skin nourishment. Each and every client receives a customized experience tailored to his or her skin quality and aesthetic needs and objectives. 

The facial menu features advanced techniques including the HydraFacial Vortex Fusion® system for exceptionally radiant skin. Complement your facial service with a booster to further enhance treatment efficacy. 

Natural and botanical ingredients are the core of the heavenly massage and body therapies. Indulge your chocolate dreams with the Cacao & Rose Body Ritual. Using decadent raw cacao to safeguard against signs of aging, this intensely anti-oxidant treatment includes a sumptuous shea butter body polish, scalp massage, a whipped chocolate mousse wrap, and massage using body soufflé. Delight in blooms of rose, sweet orange and geranium while improving skin elasticity. This treatment is a feast for the senses.

Woodhouse Spa

7513 West Sandlake Road, Orlando, FL 32819; (407) 965-3131

For over two decades, Woodhouse Spa has developed and maintained a reputation of transformation via mood-enhancing body, facial, and massage therapies. Now lauded as one of the nation’s most luxurious spa brands with over 70 locations, a rejuvenating spa day in Orlando is within easy reach, and a necessary break during an otherwise “constantly on the go” vacation.

Deep warm tones and flickering candles reduce your stress upon arrival. An assortment of teas and infused water kick-start the detox and hydration ritual. A soak in the hot tub or infrared sauna relieve muscle tension and stiff joints. 

If you can only choose one treatment, we recommend the WH Signature Meditative Mood Soak to melt away all that ails you. Select your mood-enhancing aromatherapy oil to guide a full-body therapy experience, complete with dry brushing, a sensory sea mineral enriched bath, and a Body Balance Massage. Enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy at home with their gift of a lava bracelet infused with your chosen oil blend.

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Jody Miller is a freelance writer based in Los Angeles with a primary focus on beauty, spa, travel, fashion, and dining. She has a BA in Social Science and completed an accredited aesthetics program. Jody believes having this background gives her a unique insight and knowledge about beauty and skincare. She has been fascinated by travel and other cultures since she was a child, and savors every travel opportunity and experience.