By Renuka Christoph
The growing trend of spa getaways is becoming a vital part of stress free living for many Americans. The daily life pressures lead to emotional and physical stress build up which need to be released. The right spa experience will provide total body detox and relaxation.
ARIA in Las Vegas is an excellent choice for a unique spa experience as it weaves elements of nature within each of the rooms. Recommended is the Thai Poultice Massage which offers 5 different essential oils. Aroma therapy oils reduce inflammation, increase metabolism, release muscle tension, are good for digestion and are anti-fungal.
Synchronizing balance and beauty, The Spa at ARIA invites guests into a peaceful haven where nature’s healing properties take center stage. Salt, stone, earth, fire and water join to create a spa experience that elevates guests to a meditative state for introspection and relaxation.
The two-level, 80,000-square-foot Spa at ARIA Resort & Casino features 62 treatment rooms, a full-service salon, an advanced fitness center, boutique, poolside spa cabanas and Las Vegas’ first co-ed spa balcony, featuring an outdoor infinity-edge pool and views of ARIA’s spectacular poolscape. In addition to skincare and massage rooms, The Spa features ashiatsu, couple’s massage, thai massage, hydro-therapy and vichy rooms, as well as three exclusive spa suites.
“The Spa at ARIA delivers a fresh and progressive experience influenced by unique spa rituals from around the world,” said Michelle Wilkos, director of Spa and Salon Operations, ARIA Resort & Casino. “Our guests enjoy treatments tailored to address their individual needs and help them achieve a higher level of meditation.”
SPA ELEMENTS
Celebrating Nature.
Guests are welcomed by a tranquil stone and water garden adorned with sacred Japanese Aji stones, blessed in Japan to inspire calmness and tranquility. Natural light, flowing through floor-to-ceiling windows, awakens the senses and dances in harmony with the water garden. Soothing music and signature scents ease guests’ tension as panoramic views of mountain ranges and ARIA’s lush poolscape evoke peace and prepare guests for a mental escape.
Treatment Rooms and Relaxation Lounges.
Treatment room walls are made from earthy soil to provide an indigenous, warm feeling. A unique Shio Salt Room features a wall of illuminated salt bricks that encourage the healing of skin irritations and upper respiratory problems. Adorned with salt lamps and lounge chairs that provide vibration therapy in rhythm to sensual music, the Shio Salt Room also features salt-infused air which leaves guests with radiant and dewy skin. A second relaxation area, the Ganbanyoku Stone Bed room, is the only in the country to offer Japanese stone beds. During a ganbanyoku treatment, guests relax upon a bed of heated black mineral stone that emits negative ions and far-infrared rays. In addition to soothing muscles, the treatment helps improve blood circulation, increases metabolism and eliminates toxins from the body. A Fire Lounge serves as a place for relaxation prior to or following treatments.
Spa Suites.
ARIA features three private spa suites, each serving as a personal “spa within a spa.”
Each 800-square-foot suite includes luxurious amenities; a striking design complemented by serene Aji stone walls and natural light; a lounge area with entertainment offerings, vanity, lockers, a personal steam shower and a three-person hydrotherapy tub. Guests are able to customize their journey from the selection of first-class spa and salon services and gourmet dining options to flower arrangements, gift baskets and more. Suites serve up to eight people, and spa packages range from a 3-hour series of treatments to the 12-hour VIP experience.
Co-Ed Balcony.
All guests are welcome to visit The Spa’s co-ed balcony and enjoy the outdoor infinity-edge therapy pool. Resembling a Japanese open-air hot bath (“rotenburo”), guests can experience a sense of freedom while enjoying views of the resort’s main pool deck.The outdoor is a breath-taking view of the city in contrast to the meditation rooms which take visitors to a place of quiet.
The Salon.
The salon features 16 stylist stations, six color stations, four makeup stations, 12 manicure stations, 15 pedicure stations, one barber station and one waxing station. Floor-to-ceiling windows near the color and makeup stations provide abundant natural light and views of City Center.
Skin and Hair Care Partners.
The spa and salon feature specialty products including Kalologie Skincare, offering a signature facial treatment that provides clinical-strength anti-aging benefits and delivers visible rejuvenation; Swissclinical, a sustainable line spotlighted in a signature facial treatment that uses formulas that are free from parabens, colorants, mineral oils and other irritants; Kinara Skin Care, exclusively presented in the Red Carpet Facial treatment, brightens guests’ skin and produces a radiant glow; Akhassa skin care uses natural ingredients such as exotic Asian plants and herbs to enhance holistic health; Moroccanoil incorporates pure Argan oil to calm, hydrate and soothe the hair and scalp without residue buildup; Oribe Hair Care features exclusive, artisanal blends of the finest hair formulations; B. the Product creates fabulous hair; and Rock & Republic offers a sophisticated and edgy cosmetic line.
Fitness Center.
The 16,000-square-foot fitness center showcases a combination of 44 cardio pieces, 20 treadmills, 10 full-body cross trainers, three lower-body cross trainers, five recumbent bikes, three upright bikes, two espresso bikes and one body ergometer; each have Direct Channel Access and iPod connections.
The fitness center also features top-of-the-line free weights and CYBEX strength equipment as well as group exercise studios. Personal training is available in either private or group sessions. • Boutique. The Spa Boutique highlights an indulgent collection of beauty and spa offerings, as well as eco-conscious lifestyle-driven apparel, products, home accessories and jewelry.
Spa Cabanas.
Bathing in the lap of luxury, guests can experience spa services poolside at ARIA. Located on ARIA’s pool deck adjacent to The Spa, cooling massage treatments and a roaming massage staff keep guests invigorated during Las Vegas’ hot summer months.