13 Luxury Hotel Spas Across North Carolina

For “me time,” it’s NC time. Embrace North Carolina’s local flavors and diverse regions, where spa perks range from an oceanfront pool to a terrace tub overlooking a vibrant city to a subterranean pool with cavernous rock walls. With ingredients sourced from onsite gardens, local businesses and even the ocean itself, you know you’re getting a one-of-a-kind treatment at these peaceful spots.

1 21c Museum Hotel Durham

1 21c Museum Hotel Durham

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You can feel the energy exuding from downtown Durham as one hotspot after the other opens, and 21c is the cultural hub. Upon transforming a historic building and opening in 2015 to feature the 125-room boutique hotel, spa, contemporary art museum and Counting House restaurant, it was named one of the "Best New Hotels Around the World" by Architectural Digest. Elevate your stay by choosing from one of several packages. Or rent the 21c suite for the weekend and opt for in-room treatments; it includes a soaking tub on your own private terrace.

2 The Spa at the Inn on Biltmore Estate

2 The Spa at the Inn on Biltmore Estate

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A stay at the Inn on Biltmore Estate allows visitors a chance to savor the 8,000-acre Vanderbilt property without leaving it. At The Spa at the Inn on Biltmore Estate, treatment options include massages, facials, scalp treatments and pedicures.

3 The Spa at Ballantyne

3 The Spa at Ballantyne

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The Spa at Ballantyne at Charlotte’s Ballantyne Hotel is particularly popular for spa packages. Allow expertly trained massage therapists to provide a wide selection of massages for ultimate rest and relaxation. Or indulge in one of the various types of therapies.

4 The Spa at Fearrington

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4 The Spa at Fearrington

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The Spa at Fearrington in Fearrington Village draws on a Swedish farmhouse design that emphasizes natural simplicity and elegance through muted gray walls, bleached-wood floors and natural light. The Fearrington House Inn is particularly popular with couples, and the spa welcomes them with couples treatment rooms and offerings.

5 Sanderling Resort

5 Sanderling Resort

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Overlooking the Currituck Sound, the Spa at Sanderling includes much more than soothing views inside and out (including an adults-only tranquility pool). Seasonal specials and signature packages are always changing, so check the spa's website for the latest details.

6 The Spa at Chetola Resort

6 The Spa at Chetola Resort

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Situated on the edge of the village of Blowing Rock, The Spa at Chetola Resort embraces a Mission-style motif by Bob Timberlake and local artisans. It offers massages, facials, hair and nail treatments, as well as complimentary coffee and tea.

7 The Spa at Grandover

7 The Spa at Grandover

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Situated just outside downtown Greensboro, The Spa at Grandover is a hole-in-one with visiting golfers thanks to two 18-hole championship courses. The extensive spa menu features a selection of massages (including sports massages), facials, and body and nail treatments for couples and individuals.

8 The Omni Grove Park Inn

8 The Omni Grove Park Inn

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The historic Asheville resort features a world-class subterranean spa featuring cavernous rock walls, arches and tunnels, and 20 water features. The “Fire, Rock, Water and Light” treatment integrates all of the elements of the spa with an exfoliation, Vichy shower, bath, wrap, stone facial massage and soothing massage.

9 Mandara Spa at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

9 Mandara Spa at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort

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Want a relaxing afternoon between casino entertainment, world-class golf, shopping and live events? Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort also features a spa with luxury amenities such as a stone lounge, whirlpools and saunas, an indoor relaxation area with creekside views and a full-service salon. Check out the spa's website for the latest on packages and specials.

10 The Umstead Spa

10 The Umstead Spa

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The Umstead Spa makes this hotel even more special, thanks to a unique meditation courtyard, more than a dozen organic treatments, a signature line of products, and lots of special seasonal and holiday offerings. The Umstead holds a Five Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide.

11 The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Spa

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11 The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Spa

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With an unbeatable Uptown location, The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte Spa features five treatment rooms, including a couple’s suite; men's and women's Vitality Lounges, a fitness center, Aqua Lounge with a swimming pool and whirlpool, and a nail salon.

12 The Spa at Old Edwards Inn

12 The Spa at Old Edwards Inn

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Located in the charming mountain town of Highlands, highlights of The Spa at Old Edwards Inn include expanded treatment rooms and common areas, the tasty spa café, the spa solarium, and six luxurious spa suites with private robe-and-slipper access to the spa.

13 The Spa at Pinehurst

13 The Spa at Pinehurst

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The Spa at Pinehurst at revered Pinehurst Resort is a relaxing haven after a round of golf or shopping. The "Spa Escape Package" puts the mind and body at ease with all-day access to the sauna, eucalyptus steam room, whirlpools and tranquility area.

 

Updated October 10, 2023
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Cele and Lynn Seldon

Cele and Lynn Seldon

Cele and Lynn Seldon miss the sunsets and walks on the beach in Oak Island, where they basked in the North Carolina sunshine for 15 years.

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