Cutting-Edge Wellness Hacks in NorCal

Where to go for tailored treatments and Blue Zone bites

Words by KELLY ATTERTON

 

Wellness treatments in NorCal
Stanly Ranch.

 

Northern California’s spa scene is much more than mud masks and massages, blending laid-back luxury with cutting-edge wellness. In Sonoma, FARMHOUSE INN (farmhouseinn.com) offers a pastoral oasis. Spa director Wendy Wright leads a holistic approach to healing, including what she describes as “wandering through the vineyards to reset.” Not far away, MACARTHUR PLACE (macarthurplace.com) has redefined its spa as a sensory escape. The sprawling property encourages guests to unwind in its newly revamped Relaxation Garden, perfect for sipping post-treatment wine. In Palo Alto, the NOBU HOTEL (paloalto.nobuhotels.com) leans into wellness with precision. The sleek, tech-infused Longevity Package offers guests a restorative soak in a private onsen before indulging in an Okinawa-inspired bento that embodies Blue Zone principles. MONTAGE HEALDSBURG (montage.com) has teamed up with Fatma Shaheen and Skin Design London to debut a pair of exclusive facials at its 11,500-square-foot spa, tucked away in a sanctuary above the vines. STANLY RANCH (aubergeresorts.com/stanlyranch) in Napa Valley takes wellness to the next level with its trio of specialized centers that focus on sleep, hydration, and overall well-being; biohacking techniques like cryotherapy; and fitness tailored to your performance goals.

 

MacArthur Place. PHOTO: Robert Miller.

 

Wellness treatments in NorCal
Nobu Hotel.

 

Northern California spas
Farmhouse Inn.

 

Feature image: Montage Healdsburg.

 

This story originally appeared in the Winter 2024 issue of C Magazine.

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