6 Magical Spas In BC That Make The Perfect Getaway Destinations From Vancouver
Get pampered surrounded by nature at these spots. ♨️
Scandinave Spa in Whistler, B.C. Right: Boathouse Spa on Vancouver Island
As fall slips away we all are looking to get a little cozier, escaping the chilly air and preparing for the winter ahead. While relaxing on the sofa with Netflix playing in the background is a great option, nothing quite compares to the relaxation a spa getaway can offer.
Luckily there are lots of spas in B.C. that make for the perfect weekend getaway. Some are just a few hours away from the city, so you can go and wind down without spending the night. Others are a bit further, so if you really want a retreat far away from your daily life, they'll do the trick.
From outdoor oases tucked away in the mountains, to oceanside retreats where you can let your worries drift away — there are plenty of ways to pamper yourself.
These spas around B.C. will have you itching to escape city life.
Scandinave Spa
Price: $145 Friday - Sunday in the regular season
Address: 8010 Mons Rd., Whistler, BC
Why You Need To Go: Minutes away from Whistler Village this spa feels like it's in the remote wilderness when you're visitng.
You'll leave your phone in the changing room and completely disconnect here, as you wander between the hot, cold, and relaxing stations of this thermal spa.
Old-growth trees surround the spa and you can see mountains in the distance as you listen to the sound of birds in the summer and snow lightly falling in the winter. There are saunas, cold plunges, fire pits, hammocks, and steam rooms at this spot — so you can spend hours here trying it all.
You'll likely leave feeling like you're floating away, rejuvenated after a long day of complete chillness.
The Boathouse Spa at Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Price: $222 - $409 for a room for two people, but varies per night.
Address: 1175 Beach Dr., Victoria, BC
Why You Need To Go: It's about a three-hour trip to this picturesque oceanfront spa on Vancouver Island, but it's worth every bit of the journey. It helps that it involves sailing across the water on BC Ferries, which already gives you stunning views.
Boathouse Spa is in Victoria, so you can spend the weekend in a new city exploring and relaxing. To use the mineral pools here you have to stay at the hotel or be a guest at the spa.
If you want a luxurious getaway though this is the place for it. Either stay for the weekend at the beautiful hotel, stopping by the mineral pools throughout the day for some relaxation, or just get one of the spa treatments here and end the experience with a soak.
From the pools, you get an uninterrupted view of the sparkling ocean, and there are fire pits all around the pool area so you can relax in the open air while still staying warm.
Ancient Cedars Spa at the Wickaninnish Inn
Price: Varies based on treatment.
Address: 500 Osprey Ln, Tofino, BC
Why You Need To Go: If you're up for a five-hour journey from Vancouver, this spa in Tofino is worth it. Tofino is legendary for its scenic beauty, with kilometres of sandy beaches stretching out to the ocean, and towering old-growth trees you can wander through.
This spa is a blend of the natural beauty in the area with luxurious relaxation. You can feel completely separated from the rest of the world here as you breathe in the salty air and look out at the lush greenery surrounding the inn. They have a variety of treatments you can book here, from massages to thermal mud treatments.
Between treatments you can soak in the views on the oceanfront patio here, watching the waves crash up on the rocks in front of you. There's also a steam cave here, which will leave you feeling extra relaxed.
You can end the day with a yoga session here and then curl up in one of the rooms at the inn if you want an extra special getaway.
Tigh-Na-Mara
Price: Varies per treatment. A grotto half-day escape is $495 per person and includes the mineral pool experience, a massage, a facial, and dining. The Soak, Sip & Savour package is $95 per person and gives you access to the pool, a charcuterie platter and a beverage.
Address: 1155 Resort Dr., Parksville, BC
Why You Need To Go: Vancouver Island spas dominated this list for good reason. The serene beauty of the island allows for the ideal escape from everyday worries.
This place is the perfect example of that, set in 22 acres of stunning forest. There's everything you could need at this resort, from the restaurant to the spectacular beach on its shore.
There's also the famous Grotto Spa here, which will transport you into The Little Mermaid. You can get a variety of treatments at this spa, and walk into the mineral pool that is made to look like it's carved into stone. The unique pool takes the whole experience here to the next level.
Pacific Mist Spa at the Kingfisher Resort
Price: The Pacific Mist Hydropath® is $125 per person.
Address: 4330 Island Hwy S, Courtenay, BC
Why You Need To Go: You can lay back in sandstone sculpted saved and pools in the dim lighting of this spa.
There is a mineral massage pool, a waterfall massage, a steam cave, a sea mineral soak, tidal baths, and even a glacial waterfall here. The relaxing experience is all set within the oceanfront resort, which sprawls along the coastline. After all the relaxation you need you can walk outside and enjoy the West Coast view.
Halcyon Hot Springs Resort
Price: $30 for a hot spring drop-in.
Address: 5655 BC-23, Nakusp, BC
Why You Need To Go: If you want to head inland for your spa retreat then take on the seven-hour drive to Halcyon Hot Springs Resort. It's a hefty road trip but the spa is absolutely stunning. You're surrounded by mountains here and right on a lake, and of course, there's the star of the resort — the hot springs.
You can soak up all the minerals here, nestled in the mountains. They also have a cold plunge for when you want to cool off, as well as yoga, other spa treatments and even guided stand-up paddleboard tours.
With any spa treatment here you'll get complimentary access to the hot springs.
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