The Inn  By the Sea Inn & Spa is housed in a stately 19th century Victorian mansion renovated to accommodate the operating needs of a modern day inn and spa. Although updated and upgraded to embody every cultural convenience of the 21st century, all 7200 square feet of this landmark building remain in a bastion of New England charm.   By the Sea's overnight guests enjoy beautifully furnished rooms with mile-high, pillow-endowed and quilted beds, lace window treatments and private baths (claw foot tubs and whirlpool tubs) and showers.  A continental breakfast is served each morning. For those who like to live in the lap of luxury, there's a sensational, spacious two-bedroom suite with its own kitchen and outside entrance. The Spa By the Sea Spa offers the largest day spa in New Haven County and  the latest in spa services. The Spa area features twelve treatment rooms and private areas for waxing and makeup applications. Manicures and pedicures are given in a bright and airy, glassed-in sun porch. The staff of forty spa professionals include licensed Massage Therapists, certified Estheticians and Spa & Inn managers who are all dedicated to providing guests with the ultimate spa experience. By the Sea Inn & Spa is a delightful getaway and a idyllic place to be pampered for an hour, a day or a long, leisurely weekend.  Our spa has been awarded Best Facial, Best Massage and Best Day Spa by the New Haven Advocate Reader's Poll for 2008.  Day Guests Welcome. Branford As one of Connecticut's most desirable eastern shoreline towns, Branford is always alive with area residents and out of town visitors who come to bask in the beauty of its beaches or shop in its sophisticated clothing boutiques and furniture and accessory stores. By the Sea is centrally located between New York and Boston, 15 minutes east of New Haven.

By the Sea Inn and Spa | 107 Montowese Street | Branford CT | 203-483-3333

Mystic Marriott® Hotel Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa 625 North Road (Route 117) Groton, CT 06340 USA 860-446-2600 The Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa is the hub for corporate, group, conference and spa leisure travel in the Mystic, CT shore region. Enjoy the Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium, golf, beaches and nearby Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods gaming, or, indulge at the on-site Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, swimming pool and fitness center. The spa offers Body scrubs, Body wraps, Facial treatments, Lap pool, Manicures/pedicures, Massages, Paraffin hand treatments, Steam room, Therapy baths, Waxing, and more.  Appointments are required. Day Guests are welcome. This Marriott Mystic Hotel & Spa is convenient to New York City and Boston, as well as the Hartford and Providence airports, and is perfect for business, weekend getaways, family and leisure travel.

39 Norwich Westerly Road Mashantucket, Connecticut 06338 United States (860) 312-3000

As you approach and catch that first glimpse of Foxwoods' towers rising majestically from the Connecticut woods, you know immediately that you are entering a very special place. It is a world far from daily cares, yet getting here is surprisingly easy. Once Foxwoods has dazzled you with its many gaming, dining, and entertainment pleasures, you may appreciate a chance to relax. Here you can unwind on the back nine, bask in a Jacuzzi, or retire to your luxuriously appointed room for a quiet moment to admire the breathtaking views of our beautiful Connecticut woods. Accommodations at the resort total more than 1,400 guest rooms and suites.  Stay at the AAA Four Diamond Grand Pequot Tower, the Great Cedar Hotel, or the Two Trees Inn. And of course, Foxwoods offers first-class shopping on premises to satisfy your needs. Don't miss a chance to refresh at our Grand Spa and Salon.  The Grand Spa at Foxwoods Resort is your refuge from the daily grind and a place to celebrate the good life. Indulge your senses with a relaxing massage, mud wrap, hydrotherapy, whirlpool bath, or a refreshing steam. For more active indulgence, glide weightlessly through the waters of the Grand Spa swimming pool or go for the ultimate workout on our extensive line of cardiovascular and strength/training equipment -- Lifecycle, Stairmaster, elliptical runners, treadmills, and free weights. During the spring and summer seasons, you can relax on the outdoor sundeck. Located on the 9th floor of the Grand Pequot Tower, hotel and non-hotel guests may use the facilities by purchasing a day pass.

The Inn Nestled in historic Old Saybrook Connecticut, overlooking Long Island Sound, sits Saybrook Point Inn & Spa, a AAA Four Diamond Southern Connecticut hotel spa. Only two hours from New York City, this spa hotel offer gracious accommodations, world-class services, a luxurious spa, and a gorgeous shoreline that has enchanted guests for more than 130 years. Enjoy classic intimacy in elegant rooms featuring balconies, water views, and glowing fireplaces. Stroll the planks of Saybrook Point Marina … taking in fresh, briny breezes and stunning vistas of broad marshlands dotted with villages and farmhouses. Savor sumptuous cuisine at Terra Mar Restaurant - a Four Diamond restaurant -- then try your luck at nearby Foxwoods or Mohegan Sun casinos. See why this New England hotel inn is recognized by Zagat's Guide as one of the top destinations in the United States. The Spa and Health Club As a Saybrook guest, you can choose from an array of relaxing pastimes -- from long walks into town, sailing, or golf to just reading by the fireplace. But to achieve true relaxation, visit the world-class spa, where rejuvenating treatments, a sauna, steam room, and whirlpool baths await. For more vigorous pursuits, get your heart rate going in the fully equipped health club.  Available from 5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m., the diverse health and wellness services at this legendary New England getaway destination are provided in  11 treatment rooms and include, Swiss shower, massages, facials, body wraps and scrubs, manicures, and pedicures, and more.  The Spa product line includes Phytomer, purveyor of marine-based cosmetics, and Farmaesthetics, showcasing products made from certified organic herbs, flowers, and grains.

PO Box 688 1525 Boston Post Road Westbrook, Connecticut 06498 860-399-5901

Our Resort The enchanting Water's Edge Resort and Spa is secluded along the beautiful Connecticut shoreline overlooking Long Island Sound, in rustic Westbrook. The perfect New England beach-front resort offering Charm, History, Sandy Beaches, Spacious Rooms, Award Winning Food, Luxury Spa, "The Shops at Waters Edge," and so much more. Open year round, join us for family vacations, business retreats, and social events. Water's Edge Resort and Spa is full of possibilities. Our Spa The sea is the greatest source of riches for your body. It contains all of the trace elements, minerals, and vitamins, which are indispensable to your life, your beauty, and your well-being. Immerse Your Senses at The Spa at Water's Edge, featuring marine therapies that nurture body, mind and spirit. By using 100% marine ingredients, we invite you to access the remineralizing, relaxing, and balancing virtues of the sea. We are also proud to introduce our newest skincare line, Emergen C. This unique product utilizes healing and restorative properties of pure Vitamin C. A wonderful treat for every skin type, especially mature and sun-damaged skin. Spa goers enjoy airy guestrooms and villas that take in views of the water, unwinding on their own white sand beach, dining in the award winning restaurant which features both New American and Spa cuisine and immersing themselves in therapies created from a unique collection of marine elements.

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