Learn About the Napa Valley Spas

Spa resorts, spa vacations and spa hotels are all the rage these days — perfect for girlsfriends getaways and romantic retreats. Veronica Hill of California Travel Tips shares one of her favorite Napa Valley spas — the Spa Villagio in Yountville. Completed in March 2008, this elegant Napa Valley day spa was built to feel like a comfortable wine country home, and it shows from the moment you walk in the door. The atrium, where you book your treatment, is warm and woodsy, decorated with bright florals arrangements, elegant hardwoods and smooth Napa Valley fieldstone. This is easily one of the best spa resorts in the valley, complete with two luxurious destination hotels, Villagio and Vintage Inn, just steps away. The 13,000 square foot sanctuary boasts 16 elegant treatment rooms, five luxurious spa suites and separate men's and women's wings. Here, you can indulge in latest spa amenities, including Swiss showers, steam saunas, outdoor thermal soaking tubs and dry saunas. The suites, perfect for girlsfriends getaways or romantic retreats, are fitting for a luxury hotel health spa. Each boasts flat screen TVs with Bose surround sound, intimate fireplaces, jetted infinity soaking tubs and private steam showers. Each suite is customized with your choice of scented oils, music (such as Jazz, classical or New Age) and visual imagery displayed on the flat screen. Napa Valley spa cuisine — including refreshments, lunch and dinner, is available throughout the day. Seventy five of Napa Valley's leading spa therapists are on staff, specializing in signature treatments that combine Mediterranean influences with elements indigenous to California's wine country. The 100-minute Aromasoul Mediterranean Ritual Massage is a signature treatment. Products include Italy's Comfort Zone; Spa Ritual; Pharmacopia, Jack Black, TRUE and Biotone. Next time you're in Napa Valley and looking for a few hours of bliss, don't miss this pampering spa experience. It's the perfect way to end your day in wine country.