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Also
see Day Spas in Hawai'i Also see Hot Springs Listings
 I am fortunate to have
family who are long-time residents of the State of Hawai'i, a lovely state
with lovely people. The State of Hawai'i is comprised of eight beautiful
islands, most of which will accommodate your visit. A few exceptions
are noted, below. A great many spa guides and directories will provide
lists of spa facilities, each with the state abbreviation for Hawai'i.
This can be confusing for visitors. The entire group of Islands is
known as the State of Hawai'i, however only the "Big Island" is actually
named Hawai'i, whereas the remaining seven Islands each have a unique name.
Finding a spa facility by "City name" can be confusing when that city could
be on any one of eight islands, with city names duplicating themselves on
more than one island. Here is a list of our favorite Spas in Hawai'i,
broken out by Island, with a brief introduction to each Island. --
Spa Index Editor
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The Resort
Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows sits oceanfront
on the finest stretch of shoreline on the sunny Kohala Coast of the Big
Island of Hawaii. Located 23 miles north of the Kona International
Airport, this 3,200-acre resort features 29 oceanfront acres and three
miles of secluded shoreline. The resort includes the luxurious Mauna
Lani Resort & Bungalows, Mauna Lani Spa and the Francis H I'i. Brown
Golf Courses
Discover an endless summer at Mauna
Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows as a symbol of Hawaiian luxury, culture and hospitality.
Resort amenities include white sand beaches, soothing ocean breezes,
championship golf, unrivaled spa treatments at Mauna Lani Spa, award
winning cuisine, water sports, children's day camp, and new adventures
around every corner.
Mauna Lani Spa
The Mauna Lani Spa & Salon, a uniquely Hawaiian haven that glides you
towards relaxation and fulfillment, consists of 25,000 square feet of
indoor space and approximately 15,000 square feet of outdoor treatment
space. The resort spa includes 17 treatment areas; eight indoor and nine
unique outdoor hale (thatched huts), a naturally heated lava
rock sauna (pictured), a one of kind Aquatic Body Therapy
facility (pictured) and a relaxation hale (hut) situated in our
La'au (healing) Garden. Unique private meeting group sessions and
meeting events can be pre-arranged at the Mauna Lani Spa.
Unique Lava Rock Sauna
Our heavenly mountain with the power of
the volcano and its snow-capped crater is known as the "land of fire and
ice." The ancient appeal of these elements summons as you gather
with others to experience our Lava Sauna. Warm 'ili'ili
stones will be under your feet, black clay will smooth your skin and
draw impurities from your body, the heat of the sun-warmed sauna will
relax you and permit you find a quiet calm as you allow the mud to dry.
When the mud has dried, and the stress has dissipated, you will be
guided to a private shower where you will rinse and re-moisturize your
skin with our signature body oil. This ritual concludes as you meditate
in Hale Nahenahe (house of gentle sounds) in our La'au (healing)
Garden, perfect for your luxury spa vacation.
Resort Activities
Guests of Mauna Lani will find a multitude
of activities and experiences available at the resort, including the
spa, fitness, golf, tennis, water sports, children's camp, fine dining,
shopping, and more.
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Mauna Lani Bay Hotel & Bungalows
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Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii
Hotel: 808-885-6622 • Golf: 808-885-6655 • Spa: 808-881-7922 |
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HAWAI'I (BIG ISLAND)
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The Big Island is officially named "Hawai'i",
and is also known as the "Orchid Isle". It contains two thirds
of the land in the state of Hawai'i (8 islands) and approximately 15%
of the population. It is the youngest and largest island of the archipelago,
and affords the most unique and wide variety of scenery and weather.
Hawai'i, the Big Island enjoys 12 distinct climactic zones, which
is more than most continents. You can find every type of terrain
from rain forests to tundra, you can snorkel in warm blue water or ski
down snowy slopes on the same day. There are three active volcanoes
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Maui
is known
as the "Valley Isle" and is the second largest of the populated
islands. On a clear day without clouds, the tip of Maui can
be seen from the Western side of the Big Island. Magnificent humpback
whales populate a channel off Maui during the winter months, much to the
delight of whale watchers and marine scientists. Lahaina, on Maui's
west coast, was the first capitol of the Nation of Hawai'i.
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The Resort
Immerse
yourself in the complete Hawaiian experience at
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa.
Beautifully situated on 40 lush, beachfront acres, this
Kaanapali Beach Maui hotel and resort welcomes you with
the true spirit of Aloha. Enjoy the ultimate Maui resort
vacation – with lavish pools, private catamaran sails,
tennis, golf, world-class spa and delicious dining.
Discover all you wish for – and more – at our luxurious
Kaanapali Beach hotel in Maui.
Spa
Moana and Moana Athletic Club
Unwind
at Hawaii's first and
Maui's only oceanfront, full
service salon and spa. Delight in
expert facials, relaxing pedicures and
refreshing body scrubs and wraps, many
using natural Hawaiian products such
as Lomi Lomi. Treat yourself to
an oceanfront massage in a private
cabana, accompanied by the restful
sounds of the crashing waves. Add a
special touch to a night out with hair
styling and make-up application by our
talented stylists. Our extensive
array of products and services will
help you cultivate a spirit of healing
and well-being.
Spa
Moana offers 15 treatment rooms, a
full-service beauty salon, a
relaxation lounge, sauna and steam
rooms, and two luxury spa suites for
couples to enjoy treatments together.
Moana Athletic Club is a
5000-square-foot ocean view facility
located on the beach level of Spa
Moana, features elliptical machines,
stationary bikes and treadmills with
television monitors, free-weights and
fitness classes in an expansive
aerobics studio. From yoga to beach
boot camp, our wide selection of
classes offers something for every
fitness level.
Activities
Fill
your days with the endless activities
you'll find at
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa.
From scuba diving and tennis lessons
from a pro to Hula demonstrations and
wildlife tours of our 40-acre resort,
you'll discover an incredible range of
Kaanapali Beach, Maui attractions at
your fingertips. Whether you prefer an
action-packed vacation,
family-oriented programs or a restful
spa vacation with visits to Spa Moana
and the beach, you'll find we have
exactly what you are looking for.
When you are ready to venture out of
our magnificent resort, allow our
knowledgeable staff to assist you in
planning outings to the best of Maui
tourist attractions.
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In the beautiful Hawaiian Islands, on the island
of Maui, you will find
Olinda
Retreat & Spa, a custom
designed secluded, mountainside Vacation Rental Cottage with a charming
Aromatherapy Spa
chalet. Olinda Retreat & Spa is located in the midst
of a fragrant and aromatic botanical garden in the romantic up-country
Olinda region of Maui, Hawaii on the slopes of Mt. Haleakala. Our
location 3,000 feet above sea level on Maui, Hawaii,
assures magnificent views and sunsets from every window.
Olinda Retreat & Spa
is surrounded by invigorating and refreshing eucalyptus and pine forests.
Sitting benches throughput our active garden with terraces of lavender,
the famous upcountry proteas, avocado, lemon and Tahitian lime trees,
are preserved as an oasis of tranquility for the lucky few who stay or
spa here.
The Olinda Retreat & Spa
located on Maui, Hawaii can accommodate
Holistic Groups holding workshops,
retreats or conferences (landscaped gardens offer peaceful settings for
practicing yoga, meditation, tai chi, dance or any form of holistic
practice); Corporate Retreats for groups desiring a special place to
rekindle the imagination, provide inspiration and creativity or just
provide a place for your corporate executives to relax and unwind; and
is a very cherished place for a small and intimate Wedding Ceremony,
reception or vow renewal.
The
Aromatherapy
Spa offers Healing Botanical Spa Treatments professionally designed
to enhance deep relaxation of your body, mind and soul. From the
exquisitely furnished ocean view hilltop Spa Chalet, pure
Aromatherapy-based Scrubs, compresses, masks, Wrap s and Massage are
given. Interwoven with those treatments is a rejuvenating Hydrotherapy
circuit that sits on a terrace which overlooks the entire island.
Hydrotherapy Includes a Sauna and a 'Taking of the Waters' in a cool
fifty-foot salt-water lap Pool and then soaking in a warm
Hawaiian-flowered Jacuzzi. There is no where more stunning and peaceful
to recline for a massage on Maui, Hawaii. |
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Oahu is known as the "Gathering Place" and is the third largest
of the four major islands, but by far the most populous. It is home to the
well-known Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head Crater, Pearl Harbor, scads
of tourists, government buildings and offices, hospitals, and shopping malls.
It also is home to Honolulu International Airport, from which many
connecting flights to the other islands are made.
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A Distinctive Presence Among Waikiki
Beach Hotels…
Discover Hawaiian culture, vibrant and timeless, at the
Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach. At
our beautiful beachfront accommodations, you can still feel the
power and spirit of tireless paddlers who once skimmed the ocean
swells in our 100-year-old koa canoe. Enjoy music of the islands at
intimate concerts with masters of the ukulele and seductive
slack-key guitar at this Waikiki hotel. Learn the finer touch of
finishing a Hawaiian quilt or weaving delicate feather lei. Explore
the spirituality of well-being with practitioners of natural
healing. Or grab a surfboard and conquer the waves like a native!
You’ll find all of the hallmarks of a truly authentic island
experience at our landmark Waikiki Beach hotel setting:
• Perched right on the silken sand of
Waikiki Beach
• Across from the International
Marketplace
• Minutes from Honolulu Zoo and
Waikiki Aquarium
• Nine miles from Honolulu
International Airport
• Beautifully redesigned lobby
• 525 new guest rooms and suites
dressed in contemporary island style
• Displays of Hawaiian Royal
artifacts
• Workshops conducted by respected
teachers of music, art, and history
• Beachfront swimming pool and
whirlpool
• Wide range of beach activities
• All-new meeting space, with
executive boardroom
• Several onsite restaurants and
dining options
Spa at the Outrigger
Waikiki on the Beach...
The Waikiki Plantation Spa is the only penthouse spa on the Hawaiian Islands; offering serene views of Oahu’s celebrated Waikiki Beach, and the South Pacific Ocean. Set on the 17th Floor of the
Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, located in the heart of Waikiki; the two story spa is 5,000 sq feet, with a 1000 sq. ft. penthouse deck designed with elements of traditional zen rock gardens. Day Guests welcome.
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SPA INDEX TOURS THE
OUTRIGGER WAIKIKI
SEE OUR REVIEW AND PHOTO GALLERY |
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The Resort
Experience authentic
Hawaiian culture at
Hyatt Regency Waikiki
Beach Resort & Spa. Following a $54
million renovation, this Honolulu, Hawaii resort in the heart
of Waikiki offers world-class amenities – from the brand new
StayFit Fitness Center to a fresh water swimming pool
overlooking Waikiki Beach.
Na Ho'ola Spa
In 2006, Travel & Leisure Magazine
named Na Ho'ola one of the top 10 spas in Hawaii and
one of the top 100 spas in the world. This Waikiki spa
features 10,000 square feet of pure luxury.
Guests choose from a variety of massage,
skin, body or beauty treatments offered and then relax in
exquisite facilities including 19
treatment
rooms, including a relaxation
room and couple’s suite,
Dry sauna,
Steam showers, StayFit@Hyatt,
and a premier health club, conveniently located on the third
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57-091
Kamehameha Highway
Kahuku, Oahu, Hawai'i 96731
808.293.6000
Reservations
808.447.6508
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KAUA'I
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Kaua'i is known as the "Garden Isle" is often called the most
beautiful of the Island, known for its sheer splendor because it is not heavily
populated or developed, its resort areas are restricted to only a few locations,
and natural erosion has created dramatic, soaring cliffs and landscapes. Kauai's
inhabitants were the first to come in contact with Europeans, when Captain
Cook landed near Waimea in 1778. This island suffered terribly from
Hurricane Iniki in 1992, and many resorts and tourist areas were destroyed.
Rebuilding progressed rapidly and it is once again a beautiful destination.
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The Resort
Step into a world of
timeless elegance and luxury at
Grand Hyatt Kauai
Resort & Spa. This lush Kauai beach resort
envelops you with a sense of serenity that stays
with you long after you depart. Delight in the
spacious guestrooms found throughout - each with
private lanai and stunning views. Float effortlessly
along the lagoons, indulge in a reviving treatment
at ANARA Spa, or simply take in the
refreshing ocean breezes from our beautiful
white-sand beach.
ANARA Spa at the Hyatt Regency
ANARA Spa features a
20,000 square foot garden spa, five new hale
(thatched roof huts) with private lava rock
showers and steam grottos, and expanded
indoor/outdoor fitness areas.
Daily spa membership is complimentary with any spa
treatment, or for a modest fee for day guests. The
membership includes use of the fitness facilities,
personal locker, whirlpool, Finnish sauna, Turkish
steam room, Swiss shower, private men's and
women's sun area, 25 yard lap pool, bath and
beauty amenities and use of the spa wardrobe
including slippers and robe.
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Kaho'olawe
is not open to tourists at this time. The island was a religious center
for Hawaiians for many generations -- over a thousand years. The
most prominent and oldest Hawaiian shrines may be found on Kaho'olawe.
Navigators guiding the ocean voyages of early Hawaiians were trained
at Kaho'olawe, which is only 11 miles long and eight miles across.
This island, between 1920 and 1990, was used for target practice by the
U.S. Army and Navy, at which time bombing was halted by President Bush,
and steps taken to return the Island to Hawaiian control. The Island
is on the road to once again becoming an important resource and it is
anticipated that restoration of the island, as much as possible,
to clean environmental conditions and the rehabilitation of the shrines
and traditional Hawaiian structures will help this ancient place heal.
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LANA'I
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Lana`i is called the "most enticing island", because it is removed from the pressures
of the outside world -- even the other islands -- enjoys ideal weather, is
populated by warm, friendly residents, and offers outdoor adventures, water
sports, golf, white sand beaches and wonderful accommodations.
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On the tiny, pristine island
of Lana'i, two Four Seasons resorts provide a one-of-a-kind experience
– presenting both ocean and highlands landscapes and balancing a sense of
tranquility with an abundance of recreational activities.
 Four Seasons Resort Lana'i at Manele Bay is perched atop a rugged
red-lava cliff above a white-sand beach. It offers two golf courses, a spa
and dynamic adventure amidst pristine, natural landscapes. Delight the senses and soothe the soul at the Spa, where innovative body treatments, incorporating traditional Hawaiian techniques and local island ingredients, are offered alongside classical massages. The Spa's 11 treatment rooms include red cedar dry heat saunas, eucalyptus steam rooms and rainforest showers.
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Lodge at Koele is secluded within the dramatic central highlands, providing a gracious retreat amidst manicured gardens along with two golf courses and a wealth of recreation options. The Lodge at Koele offers a selection of massages in the spacious Banyan Spa Suite, a private treatment room with side-by-side massage beds and a bathroom with rain shower. Lomi Lomi,
sports and aromatherapy massages are available by appointment in the Banyan Spa Suite. A full-service spa is available at Four Seasons Resort Lana'i at Manele Bay.
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MOLOKA'I
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Moloaka'i
is known as the "Friendly Island" because the aloha spirit flourishes
here and also the "Most Hawai'ian" island because nearly 40% of
its population are Hawai'ian descendents and it is the birthplace of the
traditional hula dance.
Moloaka'i has only
in recent years permitted tourists on the Island, and its residents are
loyal in protecting its pristine white beaches and undeveloped tropical
landscape. For instance, not
a single traffic light exists on the island, and its guests arrive typically
by ferry boat, with limited air transportation (charter inter-island flights,
no major airlines). In addition to the spa resort below, Moloka'i
offers beautiful beaches, friendly locals, small inns, golf, camping and
hiking trails.
The beauty of the island
is also in its people and its history. For sixteen years, Moloaka'i
was home to Father Damien's mission devoted to a community of those suffering
from Hansen's Disease. Father Damien, a Belgian priest, came to Kalaupapa,
Molokai in 1873 to minister to the needs of the dying. He succumbed
to the disease in 1889. Sulfone drugs developed in the early 1940s,
put the disease in remission and the carriers were no longer contagious.
Today less than 100 residents call Kalaupapa home. The peninsula is now
a National Historic Site administered by the US Park Service. It
is also the home of the few former patients who chose to remain here --
their home. Consequently, access, is by law, strictly regulated.
The
Molokai Visitors Association
can assist you with all the information you need to know about visiting,
accommodations, restaurants, services, and can provide details on Ka Hula
Piko, the annual hula celebration.
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The Lodge & Beach Village
at Molokai Ranch
100 Maunaloa Highway
Maunaloa, Molokai Hawai'i 96770
Ph: (808) 660-2824
Fx: (808) 552-2773
Reservations toll free: (888) 627-8082
E-mail:
info@molokairanch.com
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From the highest sea cliffs on earth to the
longest waterfall in Hawai'i, Moloka`i is an island of superlatives. Here
even the sun seems a little warmer, the trade winds a little sweeter. And
for those seeking a truly exceptional, yet personal experience, The Lodge
at Moloka`i Ranch graciously serves as a departure from ordinary life.
Located on 65,000 secluded acres of the Moloka`i Ranch, the resort steps
back in time to an era of gracious comfort and genuine spirit providing
the ambiance of Hawai'ian ranch-style accommodations.
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LODGE
The Lodge at Moloka`i Ranch is situated
in the quaint town of Maunaloa atop 1200 ft. elevation overlooking the breathtaking
countryside and unobstructed views of the sparkling Pacific Ocean. This
Small Luxury Hotel of the World offers 22 comfortably elegant guest
rooms. The Lodge’s main building features a living room with a soaring two-story
stone fireplace, cozy upstairs library & TV room, Maunaloa Room for dining,
Paniolo Lounge for lite menu with TV sitting area and billiards room, our
Lodge den with computer and wireless internet access, Lokahi meeting room,
heated outdoor infinity pool and a fitness center offering spa treatments.
Rustic yet elegant, The Lodge guest rooms
include a wet bar with complimentary bottled water on arrival, in-room coffee/tea
maker, refrigerator, cable television, writing desk, high-speed data ports,
iron & ironing boards, AM/FM clock radio, bath robes & slippers and private
lanai with seating area. Deluxe oversized bathrooms are appointed with a
freestanding porcelain pedestal sink and claw-foot high-back tubs, separate
rain-simulated showers, water closet, red alae and black lava bath salts,
full-size hairdryer and full bath amenities.
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HEALING ARTS
Molokai's calm and serene atmosphere extends itself through the ambiance
of the The Lodge at Molokai Ranch with hopes that you can take back
the aloha spirit from your experience while visiting us. To enhance
your senses, we offer the following Healing Art therapies by featuring resident
therapists and their specialties. Each therapy requires reservations
in advance with Front Desk and performed in the spa treatment room of The
Lodge at Molokai Ranch:
Lomi Massage, Deep Tissue
Massage, Relaxation, Stress Reduction, Pain Relief, Aromatherapy, Hydrotherapy,
Temple Lomi Massage, Warrior Lomi Massage, Integrative Holistic Bodywork,
Acupuncture, Chinese Acupressure, Hatha Yoga Lessons, Shiatsu, Swedish Massage.
Guests enjoy separate saunas, workout room, shower and lockers.
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Ni'ihau, the "Forbidden Isle", is the
smallest of the inhabited islands, has a population of approximately 250
and access is restricted to its Hawai'ian residents and their invited
guests, only.
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