Well before the age of modern medicine, Asheville and Western NC was a wellness destination, offering unique health benefits to its visitors. The region’s natural forests, clean mountain air, purified running waters, and natural hot springs were thought to be a cure-all for many ailments.
The Spa at The Omni Grove Park Inn, Asheville
Today, Asheville hotel spas and resorts continue the tradition, offering rejuvenating services where visitors can unplug from the daily grind and experience a revitalizing vacation in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Spa at The Omni Grove Park Inn (one of the top spas in the country) is like going to spa heaven! Soothing underwater music is played in the warm mineral pools with waterfalls and fiber optic lighting that creates a womb-like experience. Shoji Spa & Lodge offers Japanese-style hot tub sessions with massage add ons, tea service, and lodging in a tranquil wood setting. Read more on the area's Natural Hot Mineral Springs.
Skyterra Wellness Retreat at Lake Toxaway
Wellness retreats go a step further and focus on a wholesome practice of physical treatments, cuisine, art, and spirituality within the culture of the mountains. Many offer fitness and wellness packages with diet cleanses, meditation, yoga, and new forms of exercise. Not only do these wellness vacations allow you to explore and experience Asheville, but they save you the common headache of needing a vacation from your vacation. Read more about wellness retreats on our Unique Wellness Experiences guide.
Best Wellness Vacations in Asheville
Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure
Nestled on the north shore of beautiful Lake Lure by the towering cliffs of Rumbling Bald Mountain, this 3,000+ acre property has a private beach, two championship golf courses, a spa, four… read more
Nestled on the north shore of beautiful Lake Lure by the towering cliffs of Rumbling Bald Mountain, this 3,000+ acre property has a private beach, two championship golf courses, a spa, four restaurants, mountain biking, tennis, pickleball, and all sorts of lake activities. Choose from a variety of studio villas, 2 & 3 BR condos and rental homes up to 4 bedrooms. Explore the lake by pontoon…
Skyterra Wellness Retreat, Pisgah Forest
Set aside life’s obligations to focus on your health and well-being in a beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains setting. Stay for a week or as long as you want. Stress management, fitness, spa, and… read more
Set aside life’s obligations to focus on your health and well-being in a beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains setting. Stay for a week or as long as you want. Stress management, fitness, spa, and culinary experts help you relax and break old habits that no longer serve you. Whether it’s weight loss, yoga, hiking, or healthy, chef-prepared food that interests you, Skyterra will guide you toward…
East Fork Farm & Cottages, Marshall
Stay at quaint and cozy cottages overlooking a family farm in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Experience serenity from your private patio or relax in the outdoor cedar soaking tub. Each… read more
Stay at quaint and cozy cottages overlooking a family farm in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Experience serenity from your private patio or relax in the outdoor cedar soaking tub. Each cottage offers hot tub access, gas logs, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, A/C, a stocked kitchen, an outdoor grill, and complimentary local products for a truly relaxing experience.
Shoji Spa & Lodge, Asheville
Discover serenity at this unique spa retreat, just 8 minutes from downtown Asheville near the stunning Blue Ridge Parkway. Shoji boasts four rustic units nestled against the edge of Pisgah… read more
Discover serenity at this unique spa retreat, just 8 minutes from downtown Asheville near the stunning Blue Ridge Parkway. Shoji boasts four rustic units nestled against the edge of Pisgah National Forest, complete with Japanese-style salt hydrotherapy tubs and a serene atmosphere. Guests can unwind in this inviting setting, which is ideal for relaxation and rejuvenation and makes it the perfect getaway for spa enthusiasts.
WellSpring Wellness Center, Asheville
Conveniently located near downtown Asheville, this all-inclusive wellness campus offers acupuncture, massage, metaphysics, naturopathy, psychotherapy, reiki, T'ai Chi, yoga, spiritual advising,… read more
Conveniently located near downtown Asheville, this all-inclusive wellness campus offers acupuncture, massage, metaphysics, naturopathy, psychotherapy, reiki, T'ai Chi, yoga, spiritual advising, and homeopath services all in one place.
Still Point Wellness, Asheville
Experience deep relaxation with Salt Water Floatation (sensory deprivation) and stress relief with Esalen Massage. Detoxify and destress with a far Infrared sauna session, or explore how thoughts… read more
Experience deep relaxation with Salt Water Floatation (sensory deprivation) and stress relief with Esalen Massage. Detoxify and destress with a far Infrared sauna session, or explore how thoughts manifest in the body with Somatic Experiencing. Personalized packages for couples and individuals are available.
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Love Shine Play Yoga Festival
Formally the Yoga Festival, this event features 40 presenters and 90+ offerings downtown, including yoga, music, outdoor activities, and health & wellness experts (fees). Mountain Air Market … read more
Formally the Yoga Festival, this event features 40 presenters and 90+ offerings downtown, including yoga, music, outdoor activities, and health & wellness experts (fees). Mountain Air Market at Pack Square Park on Friday-Sunday is free with slackline park, music, art, body care, and organic food.
