Our Favorite Spas & Self-Care Retreats for 2025

Many of us are looking ahead to the new year with a renewed focus on health, happiness, and self-care moments – whether that means more walks outside, meditation, fitness classes, spa treatments, a regular girls’ night out, or a simple afternoon of R&R. 

Prioritize your well-being in 2025 and have some fun along the way with Independent Collection Hotels & Resorts. From scenic bike rides along the Pacific to CBD massages at a luxury spa, these wellness experiences will jump-start your happiest and healthiest year yet.

Nurture in Nature

Sometimes self-care is a walk in the park – literally! Regular walks are proven to strengthen your heart and boost bone density, balance your blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart disease. Plus, the endorphins are awesome. Throw in some wilderness and you have an instant mood booster with mind-body benefits.

For a bit of scenic exercise, plan a long weekend in the Florida Keys. Across this chain of tropical islands, fishermen and friendly tourists share in the joy of laid-back island life. Days here are slow and almost always spent on the water: kayaking through mangrove forests and snorkeling coral reefs, walking the shoreline, or tanning by the pool with a piña colada. This is a place to truly relax and enjoy nature’s beauty, all with the added benefit of physical exercise! 

Getting here is easy and just a few hours’ drive from Miami, so hop in a rental with a convertible top and cruise towards paradise. First, set your GPS to Islamorada, the sports fishing capital of the world, and work up a sweat reeling in giants like grouper, tuna, sailfish, and tarpon. Find more adventures at Islander Resort, a long-loved vacation spot with a private beach and fun-in-the-sun activities like snorkeling, kayaks, and inflatable cabanas. 

Almost two hours south on the island of Key West, Parrot Key Hotel & Villas is another charming hideaway. Check into a waterfront villa and go for a walk across the five-acre property, wandering through native gardens, four distinct pools, and a sliver of beach that overlooks the Gulf of Mexico and magical sunsets. Parrot Key also has complimentary shuttles to Old Town, home to waterfront breweries and Key West’s infamous nightlife. (Wellness is all about balance, after all…)

Enjoy A Spa-aaah Day

On your quest for self-care, you can’t go wrong with a day at the spa. At these luxury spa destinations, therapists and aestheticians go beyond the usual deep-tissue to offer hyper-customized facials and body treatments based on personal needs and goals. And just wait ‘til you see the amenities! 

At The Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia – a Forbes Five-Star and MICHELIN Key hotel – treat yourself to a lavish retreat at The Rittenhouse Spa & Club. Lauded as one of the city’s best spas, this urban oasis is a classic one-stop shop for all of your self-care needs. They have therapeutic massages and specialized facials, his and hers steam rooms, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor saltwater pool, and an on-site beauty salon. For the ultimate luxury spa day, choose a package from the Signature Collection combining multiple tailored treatments, take-home gifts, and a delicious lunch by the pool. Opt for the Rest + Restore package with CBD-infused treatments to soothe aches and reduce inflammation, or pamper yourself from head to toe with The Art of Relaxation package featuring therapeutic massage, personalized facial, and pedicure treatment that will leave you floating on cloud nine.

For those who prefer their spa day in the sunshine, consider a visit to Miami Beach, where you can catch a tan and a poolside massage at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club. Nestle into the K’Alma Spa Cabana and enjoy your pick of exfoliating scrubs, European facials, or a Red Carpet-worthy pedicure, all mere steps from Cadillac’s poolside paradise.

Over on the West Coast, a brand-new wellness experience in Monterey Bay is making waves with ocean-inspired treatments. The Renewal Studio & Spa at Sanctuary Beach Resort is all about holistic wellness and natural ingredients, pairing beachside yoga and mobility classes with tailored treatments to de-stress, pamper, and energize the body. Start your day with a sound bath by the sea, then nourish your skin with The Sanctuary Signature Facial. This 60-minute facial applies a hydrating mask of cocoa and marshmallow (the plant, not the candy!) infused with protein-rich peptides and earthy botanicals to infuse moisture and leave your skin glowing like the California sun.

Treat Yourself to In-Room Rituals

For parents and business travelers on the go, self-care may be easier said than done. But even small gestures can make a big difference. Self-care practice is proven to reduce stress and ease anxiety, restore physical wellbeing, elevate your mood, and even support your immune system for a happier, healthier lifestyle.

In Washington, D.C. at The Morrow Hotel — a vibrant luxury-lifestyle hotel — guests can choose from a range of in-room wellness enhancements to transform their everyday routines into self-care rituals. For example, Morrow Hotel guests can test out a variety of pillows for their best night’s sleep, create a spa-like atmosphere with aromatherapy, treat themselves to a botanical facial, or simply unwind with a soothing tea elixir — all in the comfort of their own surroundings.

New in 2025, The Morrow will offer even more wellness experiences designed to balance busy days with holistic mind-body healing. Think restorative movement, sound baths, and creative workshops to help you unwind and recharge in a fun, social environment.

Fire Up Your Fitness Routine

Looking to hit the gym more in 2025? Strength training has endless benefits beyond weight loss. Pumping iron is proven to stimulate muscle growth, the same muscles that help you lift up toddlers, carry groceries, and haul out winter wardrobes from the attic. It also helps to protect your joints from injury, lower blood sugar, and boost your metabolism. 

On especially indulgent vacations, strength training helps offset all the eating and drinking we so enjoy – but getting to the gym can be a lofty task. At Carté Hotel in San Diego, guests have access to FIT Athletic’s state-of-the-art fitness center steps from their hotel room (and the best restaurants in Little Italy), complete with indoor-outdoor amenities like a turf cross-training area, an indoor cycling studio, sauna, steam room, and a cafe shop for post-workout protein.

The Ray Hotel in Florida’s Delray Beach gives strength training a tropical twist with outdoor boot camps surrounded by swaying palm trees. Guests of the glamorous boutique hotel can also take advantage of outdoor yoga classes, and The Ray’s own 24-hour fitness center, a 1,800-square-foot space with Peloton Bikes, PROLAST speed bags, TRX equipment, and personal trainers on-call to help you reach your wellness goals, even while you’re on-the-go.

From restorative retreats to group fitness classes, Independent Collection Hotels & Resorts have a range of amenities and healing journeys to jump-start your new year. Explore our wellness offerings for more inspiration and exclusive perks!