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When is the last time you spent a morning in meditation? Or took an afternoon to lay underneath a tree and read your favorite novel? If you’re like a majority of Americans, you may not be able to. But, you could probably agree – we all need time to rest, reflect, and rejuvenate. So, if you find yourself asking, “Are there any wellness retreats near me?” you are in luck.

The Evergreen State offers a beautiful invitation to those seeking better health and uplifted spirits. From massages and mineral soaks to yoga and meditation, Washington State is the perfect destination to reach full rejuvenation and relaxation. Stretching from Eastern to Western Washington, we have found the top, local healing destinations in the state. Happy healing!

Soap Lake Natural Spa and Resort

If you haven’t heard of Soap Lake, you are in for a treat. Soap Lake is located in the heart of Central Washington and is known for beautiful, naturally mineralized water! For generations, locals and travelers alike have visited the lake to soak in the healing powers of the lake and enjoy a famous mud bath.

This soap-like water is renowned for its ability to aid with the treatment of various skin and muscle ailments. This includes eczema, psoriasis, muscle pain, and many other physical ailments. A few minerals present in Soap Lake include:

  • Sodium (reduces stress, soothes skin conditions)
  • Bicarbonate (releases toxins from pores)
  • Sulfate (relaxes muscles, loosens stiff joints)
  • Potassium (can treat bacterial and fungal skin infections)
  • …and more!

Plus, located directly on the shores of this famous lake, you will find Soap Lake Natural Spa and Resort, a unique wellness and luxury resort. Aside from beautifully crafted cabins and an inviting, onsite restaurant, Soap Lake Resort offers a chance at rejuvenation and relaxation. Each quiet cabin features a calming, rustic atmosphere, perfect for any solo traveler, couple, or family looking to escape the stress of everyday life. Not to mention, each cabin also features a private Jetted Tub, filled with mineral water straight from the lake itself!

Additionally, guests enjoy swimming in the lake, detoxifying with mud baths infused with water from Soap Lake, and soaking in the summer rays. Visitors can also enjoy nearby activities like hiking and kayaking!

Website: Soap Lake Natural Spa and Resort

Northern Quest Resort & Casino: LaRive Spa

LaRive Spa is a luxury spa experience located in Eastern Washington, right on the outskirts of Spokane. LaRive Spa offers a healing oasis of innovative treatments including experiential showers, private pools, and world-class massages. They also specialize in rejuvenating skin treatments, beautiful manicures and pedicures, and many spa packages for couples.

Of course, you may be wondering – how close is the spa to the casino? Luckily, the LaRive Spa is separate from the gaming and entertainment areas, as is the hotel as well. You can enjoy the spa as a unique and distinct wellness experience or combine it with the entertainment aspects of the resort.

Website: La Rive Spa

Glade Spring Spa

Glade Spring Spa in Seattle is unique in that is takes you through an individualized journey to relaxation. When you book a room at Suncadia Resort, you have access to several relaxation rooms and varied treatments!

Visitors can bathe in mineral pools, purify themselves in wooden saunas, take a refreshing dip in running stream waters, and even sit around a warming fire. This invigorating wellness retreat in Western Washington also features unique services, such as rain room showers, cellulite minimization techniques, and foot and scalp treatments.

Website: Glade Spring Spa

Alderbrook Resort and Spa

Alderbrook Resort and Spa receives its name from the alder trees that line the Hood Canal in Western Washington, where this fittingly located. This resort features a glass-encased swimming pool that faces the beach and presents a view of the Olympic Mountains, framed perfectly on clear days.

However, even more importantly, you will find a large variety of spa treatments as well! This includes body wraps of Dead Sea salts, massages with aromatherapy, volcanic pumice scrubs, and wolfsbane body treatments.

Website: Alderbrook Resort and Spa

Yoga Lodge on Whidbey Island

The Yoga Lodge on Whidbey Island in Western Washington offers yoga participants the opportunity to stay in a peaceful and relaxing resort. This secluded and natural resort, only a short drive from Seattle, is widely visited by yoga-enthusiasts seeking a calming escape. Whether you bring your own teachers and group or attend sessions provided by the in-house instructors, the resulting benefits will be tremendous.

They offer a new yoga retreat almost every single weekend, ranging from silent meditation retreats to self-care workshops! To view a retreat that would work best for your needs and schedule, visit their website, listed below.

Website: Yoga Lodge on Whidbey Island

Wellness Retreats Near Me

When it comes to finding a wellness retreat near you in Washington State, you will be pleasantly overwhelmed with options! Especially when it comes to Soap Lake Natural Spa and Resort, you will find more than enough time to take a deep breath and disconnect. We share a commitment to bringing the practice of living well to all who are wishful to increase health and calmness in their lives.

To get started on planning your next wellness adventure, book your stay at Soap Lake Resort today or contact us at (509) 246-0462.