The Ritz-Carlton Spa is One of Naples' Finest

Opened in 2001, the spa at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Naples, Florida is one of the most comprehensive spas in the area, offering a huge menu of spa therapy treatments as well as a variety of other beauty-related services. It took more than three years to complete this very luxurious spa, and when it was finished, patrons found an ornate yet relaxing facility in which they could enjoy the ultimate in pampering.

The interior of the Ritz-Carlton Naples Spa is Italianate in style, with beautiful mosaics, a grand fountain, and murals depicting the peaceful Italian landscape. The spa treatment rooms are luxurious as well, with Roman touches, but painted in peaceful hues that promote a relaxing feeling.

The spa is divided into three stories. On the first floor, patrons will find an expansive fitness area, which includes an adults-only junior Olympic-sized lap pool, an aerobics studio, a Pilates studio, a private exercise studio, and a cardio and weight room with scores of state-of-the-art equipment.

Treatment rooms are located on the second floor of the spa. The facilities include 33 treatment rooms, two suites, three couples' rooms, and five skin care rooms. The temperature of each of the rooms can be controlled by the client and there is a CD player and large selection of music that patrons can enjoy during their therapies. The extensive therapy menu includes about a dozen different kinds of massage treatments, aroma reflex therapy, a host of different types of facials and other rejuvenating treatments, water therapy, spa body therapies like exfoliation and bronzing, wraps, skin care enhancements including collagen infusions, manicures and pedicures, traditional salon services, hair removal, and make-up application.

In residence at the Ritz-Carlton is a master spa therapist certified by the American Spa Therapy Education & Certification Council who will design treatment programs for specific clients based on an interview with the client that outlines specific goals and wants. The program may address issues such as stress reduction and weight management.

The third floor terrace and lounge is designed for those who don't mind mingling with the opposite sex or for couples that have come to the Ritz-Carlton Spa to enjoying a relaxing time together. Guests will even find lounge chairs for two on the attractive terrace area, which includes a Hungarian mineral soaking pool.

The H2O+ Spa Caf, specializes in healthy dining and offers quite an extensive menu that includes a juice bar; breakfasts featuring fruit, yogurt and muffins; light and nutritious lunches including salads and sandwiches; and even desserts - some healthy and others rather decadent. Supplements, like gingko and bee pollen, can be added to smoothies and other drinks.

The Ritz-Carlton Naples Spa, including the salon and fitness center, is open seven days a week.