5 Water-Based Treatments Making a Ripple in Wellness

Spa treatments incorporating water have become increasingly popular in recent years as travelers seek out innovative ways to relax and rejuvenate their bodies. We've collected various hydro-focused treatments from luxury hotels, all of which involve the use of water in various forms, including healing geothermal mineral waters, biodynamic water therapy, modern-day cenotes and more.

The benefits of water for wellness are numerous, including improved circulation, reduced muscle tension and relaxation. Whether travelers are looking for a way to unwind after a long day or a indulge in full-on wellness retreat, a water spa treatment can be a great way to pamper oneself and promote better physical and mental health. 

1. Healing Sound Wave Experience

Susurros del Corazon, Auberge Resorts Collection | Punta Mita, Mexico

For meditative relaxation, Susurros offers a healing sound wave experience. Sound bowls send out healing vibrations and frequency through the ripples of their relaxation pool.

2. Celestial Bathing

Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection | Los Cabos, Mexico

One regionally-inspired treatment is the Chileno-bay exclusive Celestial Bathing, ideal for winding down and indulging in much-needed respite. This biodynamic water treatment uses guided movement in water and energy point stimulation to reset the body at an energetic and cellular level to promote mindfulness and harmony in oneself.

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3. Solage Signature Mudslide & Bath House Ritual

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection | Calistoga, California

Guests can improve their well-being three-fold with the Solage Signature Mudslide & Bath House Ritual, a modern twist on the traditional Calistoga mud bath including a unique three-part detoxifying treatment: “the mud”, “the waters” and “the rest.” Start with THE MUD: Solage’s exclusive mineral-enriched mud is customized with each guest’s choice of pure essential oils to achieve specific results tailored to individual needs. Next, THE WATERS: Guests can relax and rehydrate in one of the private luxurious soaking tubs featuring Solage’s healing geothermal mineral waters. Lastly, THE REST: Sink into the ultimate sensory experience with one of Spa Solage’s state-of-the-art sound chairs. Guests can listen to soothing harmonic music, as its healing vibrations resonate through the chair, promoting deep relaxation.

4. The Couples’ Oasis

Ponte Vedra Inn & Club | Ponte Vedra, Florida

The Couples’ Oasis is a romantic couples' experience that allows guests to escape to their own tranquil oasis throughout the soaking and body ritual. The journey begins with a 30 minute aromatic soak with essential oils, followed by the application of a warmed, exfoliating toning serum with notes of pear. A second exfoliating serum is massaged into the skin to soften and invigorate the body, followed by a reflexology foot massage, and full-body therapeutic massage featuring melted shea butter, bringing blissful relaxation.

5. SANA’s Modern-day Cenote

Etereo, Auberge Resorts Collection | Riviera Maya, Mexico

The property’s spa, SANA,  combines the power of water, local botany, celestial energy and indigenous self-care to create space for one to discover their inner healer.  Each treatment begins with The Cleanse inside SANA’s modern-day cenote where guests can create their own pre-treatment ritual journeying through heat, water, sound, ice and rain. Guests choose from a seasonal curation of soaps, clays, scrubs, butters and oils with unique Riviera Maya healing ingredients.