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September 29, 2024updated Oct 01, 2024

The Best Wellness Hotels in Colorado and Utah

These hotels are ideal for those looking for the ultimate wellness stay.

By Toby Louch

Everyone likes to experience wellness differently, which is why when you’re looking for a specific wellness stay, it’s often best to search for somewhere with a bit of variety. When one thinks of Colorado and Utah, their mind may not immediately jump to rest and relaxation, but they would be sorely mistaken. These states lay home to some of the best wellness hotels in the world.

For many, wellness means tuning off from work and lying back beside an enchanting vista while tucking into a good book. Others get more scientific, indulging in the latest treatment innovations at the spa, while some take an entirely different approach and enjoy staying active. The beauty of the US states of Colorado and Utah is that these two majestic corners of the continental United States possess a bounty of all forms of wellness.

The vast array of wellness options is in part thanks to the region’s impressive landscape. Undulating hills, the snow-capped Rocky Mountains, tranquil lakes, sizable deserts and canyons; it has it all.

So if you like the sound of horse trekking on a ranch, hurtling down some of the world’s finest ski slopes, or relaxing by a mountain lake, these states have it covered. In addition to variety in terms of wellness, there are also a lot of properties to choose from, so we have done the hard yards and narrowed down the best wellness hotels in Colorado and Utah.

The St. Regis Deer Valley

Best Wellness Hotels Colorado Utah
The St. Regis Deer Valley sits nestled between two ski resorts / ©The St. Regis

Just east of Salk Lat City, Utah’s Park City is a tourism hotspot that benefits from two major ski resorts – Deer Valley and Park City Mountain Resort – and is home to the world-renowned Sundance film festival, so skier or movie buffs, this spot has you covered. Those looking for luxury need only seek out The St. Regis Deer Valley, a beautifully appointed property that excels during both the winter and summer seasons.

This property mimics the beauty of its location through its luxuriously appointed interior décor which is topped off with exemplary furniture and fittings. When it comes to wellness, visiting The St. Regis Spa will tick all the boxes with signature treatments that focus on balancing the body’s energetic pathways.

Top suite to book: Those looking for the finest stay should book the Snow Park Three-bedroom Residence. This expansive suite provides an open-plan state-of-the-art kitchen, dining room and living room. Both the living area and all three bedrooms have their own fireplace, leaning into the relaxing mountain charm. There is a communal terrace and two private bedroom balconies for soaking up the mountain air, and this suite comes with a butler and ski valet, so you will not have to lift a finger.

Snow Park Three-bedroom Residence / ©The St. Regis

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Amangiri

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Amangiri provides unrivaled luxury in one of America’s most stunning health spa destinations / ©Aman

Amangiri is a truly special place indeed, which is exactly why it had to make our best wellness hotels in Colorado and Utah list. From the maestros at Aman — who certainly know a thing or two about creating relaxing sanctuaries — Amangiri practically disappears into the red-rock country of Canyon Point, Utah.

Across a 900-acre property, guests can choose what style of wellness they are looking for. The pure luxury type should head for Amangiri itself with its 34 ultra-modernist suites, world-beating Aman Spa and a mesa-embracing pool. Those who lean a little more towards adventure will look to the properties satellite Camp Sarika, with its 10 tented pavilions that create a back-to-nature experience.

Top suite to book: As a suite-only property, every room at Amangiri is special, however, the Girijaala Suite certainly takes the biscuit in terms of size. This 3,734-sq-ft abode provides mountain ridge views, while the natural materials used throughout the suite connect it to its location. Visitors also get to enjoy a private lap pool, expansive terrace and sky lounge.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch

Best Wellness Hotels Colorado Utah
The Ritz-Carlton Suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch is a luxury sanctuary in the mountains / ©The Ritz-Carlton

Popping over the Rocky Mountains to Colorado, The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch had a surefire spot on our list of the best wellness hotels in Colorado and Utah. As a property that is regularly considered one of the finest hotels in North America period, with ski-in ski-out access to a superb resort, and a bounty of activities during the summer months. Aided by a summer mountain concierge service, you can’t really go wrong here if you are looking for relaxation in the Rockies.

Alongside the outdoor activities, The Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, indulges those who enjoy the slower pace, with world-class facilities that make it one of Colorado’s finest wellness stays. At the 19 treatment rooms, guests can enjoy a wealth of signature treatments, while friends and family get a few more runs in on the slopes.

Top suite to book: Those looking for the finest room will want to book The Ritz-Carlton Suite, a one-bedroom luxury suite that mixes alpine charm with the luxury fans of The Ritz-Carlton have come to expect. Picture wooden beams, fireplaces, sparkling marble bathrooms and a balcony that lets you truly take in the fresh alpine air.

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Devil’s Thumb Ranch

Stretching across a jaw-dropping 6,500 acres, far from just playing the part, Devil’s Thumb Ranch is a true American ranch by all definitions. Blending the bucolic atmosphere of the early homesteaders with the luxury comforts that can be expected from a modern luxury property. It’s the way you can instantly turn off from the outside world that earned Devil’s Thumb Ranch a spot on our best wellness hotels in Colorado and Utah list.  

Those looking to get their hands dirty and experience the ranch lifestyle will have plenty to do, from classic adventures like horseback riding, fly fishing and cross-country skiing, this spot has it all, including modern touches like fat tire mountain biking and zip lines. Those who prefer the spa will not be missing out, thanks to its rustic touches, the hand-hewn log spa is a real treat. Picture homemade tea and mountain views alongside skin treatments that utilize all-natural products. This ranch covers thrill seekers and those looking for tranquility.

Top suite to book: Those looking for a sublime ranch stay should go for one of the private guest houses like Schorr Ranch. This four-bed property is expansive yet cozy with wooden beams and windows that gaze out over the Continental Divide.

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The Broadmoor

Best Wellness Hotels Colorado Utah
Next year the 45th US Senior Open Championship will arrive at The Broadmoor / ©The Broadmoor

Our final best wellness hotel in Colorado and Utah is The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, an iconic resort property where luxury and service bring European elegance to the American West. Having opened over a century ago, The Broadmoor has learned a thing or two in terms of wellness. This luxurious spot in the Cheyenne Mountain foothills spans over 5,000 acres and is home to over 20 restaurants, cafes and lounges. There’s also a Forbes Five-Star spa with treatments that are inspired by the hotel’s founders who traveled the world.

The hotel is home to two world-class golf courses, underlined by the fact that in June 2025, The Broadmoor will be hosting the 45th US Senior Open Championship. For those who love golf, book in for June 25-29, however, those less interested in 18-hole action should best avoid it. 

Top suite to book: Those searching for a particularly opulent stay should look to the West Tower Gaylord Suite, which covers an impressive 2,300 sq ft, and features classic furniture that really sets the tone. The mountain views are a sight to behold and there’s even a grand dining area that makes it perfect for entertaining.

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