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About Mohonk Mountain House
Housed in a Victorian castle, Mohonk Mountain House is one of the last great 19th-century mountain resorts. But, while keeping its original character, the resort has added many 20th-century amenities, including a new spa. Built into the a bluff, the spa, completed in the late summer of 2005, uses the latest environmental technologies (including a special heating and cooling system) and its treatments are just as progressive, using products such as Eminence and Naturopathica. The spa's fitness center offers everything from aerobics to meditation to ai chi (a combination of stretching, tai chi, and meditation that takes place in a pool).
Location
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ADDRESS
1000 Mountain Rest Road
New Paltz,
NY
12561
United States
Phone: +1(800) 772-6646
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Awards & Accolades
2012 Readers' Choice Awards Winner for:
- 2012 Readers Choice Awards - Affordability
- 2012 Readers Choice Awards - Eco Spa
- 2012 Readers Choice Awards - Families
- 2012 Readers Choice Awards - Outdoor Adventure
2011 Readers' Choice Awards Winner for:
- 2011 Readers Choice Awards - Environmental
- 2011 Readers Choice Awards - Hiking
2010 Readers' Choice Awards Winner for:
- Best Environmental Classes
- Best for Winter Sports
2009 Readers' Choice Awards Winner for:
- Best for Affordability
- Best for Hiking
- Best for Winter Sports
- Best for EnvironmentalPractices
2008 Readers' Choice Awards Winner for:
- Best for Affordability
- Best for Hiking
- Favorite Spa Therapist
2007 Readers' Choice Awards Winner for:
- Best for Hiking
Services
The Spa at Mohonk Mountain House is carved into a natural glacier-formed stone bluff overlooking Lake Mohonk. More than 600 tons of quartz conglomerate stone excavated from the site was recycled into stone walls, fireplaces, and retaining walls featured throughout the spa's interior and exterior. In order to create a feeling of "outside from within," Saratoga Associates (the architectural firm that designed the new spa) incorporated more than 200 windows and local timber beams and cedar shingles are used throughout the 30,000-square-foot spa. Two 80-foot-long glass-enclosed verandas connecting to a solarium with a stone fireplace provide views of the lake. Other features include an indoor pool, an outdoor heated mineral pool, and 16 treatment rooms. The men's locker room has a TV lounge, while the women's features a tea bar. A 2,000-square-foot "green roof" terrace, located off the fitness level, is planted with native flora and fauna; it provides a natural insulation for the building below (cutting down on energy needed to heat and cool).
The environment also plays a strong role in the spa menu, which is made up of treatments using indigenous ingredients. The Signature Elements of Nature: "Mohonk Red" Massage begins with a relaxation breathing technique, followed by a massage with the spa's signature body and bath oil and "Mohonk Red" witch hazel. Acupressure, Swedish, and Hawaiian lomi lomi massage, and traditional Thai stretches are used. The treatment ends with a guided power nap and a face spritz, and spa-goers receive a complimentary flacon of the spa's signature oil to take home.
The spa's fitness center has a motion room for Pilates, yoga, qi gong, and other offerings. (When the weather is mild, classes may also take place on the green roof.)
Body Wraps
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Algae/Seaweed
Herbal Wrap
Complimentary and Alternative
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Hydrotherapy
Facials
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Anti-aging
Exfoliating
Men's
Rosacea
Sensitive/Calming
Teen
Facilities & Amenities
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Locker Room
Robes Provided
Sauna
Showers
Slippers Provided
Steam Room
Swimming Pool
Wedding/Event Space
Whirlpool, Jacuzzi
Fitness & Activities
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Aerobics
Dancing
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Personal Training
Pilates with Mat
Qigong
Tai Chi
Tennis
Yoga Classes
Hair/Nail Services
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Hair Styling and Care
Makeup Instruction/Application
Manicures
Pedicures
Waxing
Massages
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Aromatherapy
Back Massage
Couples
Cranio Sacral Massage
Deep Tissue
Hot Stone
Lomilomi
Prenatal/Postnatal
Reflexology
Reiki
Shiatsu
Swedish
Water Treatments
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Hydrotherapy
Mohonk Mountain House
4.25 out of 5 stars
Overall rating based on
16 Reviews
14 of 16
(88%)
Customers would visit this business again
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Beautiful Spa
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5.00 out of 5 stars
This is one of the most beautiful spas I have visited. Peaceful and beautiful. The massage was amazing. Definitely worth a visit.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
4.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
0.00 out of 5 stars
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Favorite part of Mohonk Mt House
By
nora
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October 17, 2012
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5.00 out of 5 stars
No visit to Mohonk Mountain House is complete without a visit to the Spa. The staff is friendly and professional. The waiting area is comfortable and the view is beautiful. The whole area is peaceful. I have tried many different treatments and they all have been wonderful! A perfect place to " rest, relax, renew"
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
0.00 out of 5 stars
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Amazing Spa Experience
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5.00 out of 5 stars
Visited here with my sisters and just loved every minute of it. We had facials in the morning and massages in the afternoon. Everything was amazing from the treatments to the staff to the incredible views. Can't wait to go back!
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
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Spa Queen
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5.00 out of 5 stars
Love the afternoon tea and treatments. The facial was superb.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
4.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
4.00 out of 5 stars
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Mohonk Spa
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1.00 out of 5 stars
I have visited this spa twice. Both times the ladies at the spa desk have been snobbish and unhelpful.
It seems the attitude is not that they are there to be of service but rather to explain rules....of which there are many.
I hope someone will be able to explain the concept of friendliness to them.
I have bought services for two of my daughters, because I did not want to disappoint them. However, I have been disappointed twice and will not try again...or recommend.
PS Found out today that although the Mohonk spa comes up on the Spa-finder website, when I walked in with $200 worth of spafinder gift certificates, these are not accepted at Mohonk...this was explained as..."you can read this in small print on the website"...Sure enough, it's there...small print!
Would you visit again?
No
Service Quality
1.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
0.00 out of 5 stars
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They Don't Accept Spa Finder Gift Certificates
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3.00 out of 5 stars
I got married on Saturday and stayed at Mohonk after to get some spa treatments. A friend had gifted me a gc to spa finder because she thought it was a participating spa...so did I when I researched it. When I went to pay they said they "have a relationship with spa finder but dont accept their gift certificates". I though that was annoying...wish when I looked up Mohonk it told me that as it is misleading.
Spa was ok. I loved my facialist and the products used were awesome but its small and kind of basic. Loved the bathing suit spinner and mineral pool although it was a bit small.
Mohonk Mountain house is crowded and has a Pocono like feel so be warned. Rooms are awesome though. Especially the Victorian Room which has a fireplace.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
4.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
4.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
3.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
3.00 out of 5 stars
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super relaxing
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5.00 out of 5 stars
Have been going to mountain house every year for past 16, thrilled when they opened the spa! It is beautiful, clean and relaxing. Great for couples,my husband and I go together, relax in mineral bath and co-ed lounge. It is a wonderful get away I always look forward to. Staff is professional and they have wonderful treatments. Highly recommend.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
0.00 out of 5 stars
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wonderful experience!
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5.00 out of 5 stars
went to mohonk for mother's day with my mom and had such a great time! beautiful scenery and amazing history to the building. the spa was so clean and peaceful- i could've spent the whole day in the mineral pool and steam room! the hot stone massage that i got was great just make sure to say something if it gets too hot!
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
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The experinece is great!
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5.00 out of 5 stars
I would love to visit the this place again and again!
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
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Wonderful atmosphere
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4.00 out of 5 stars
I have been to a few spas but this is my favorite. I usually go with friends or family and what makes this better than most is the facilities. You are welcome to lounge around in a seat, the mineral hot tub or the steam room. This is not so in other spas offering day trips. I do think it is a little expensive, and they do add the gratuity, but I have never gone away unhappy. I have had facials and massages, trying different types. Family members have had body wraps, treatments. None of us have ever been unhappy. We love to sit and relax for the day. The only thing is we wish they would offer a light lunch.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
0.00 out of 5 stars
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Really?
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1.00 out of 5 stars
Heard so much about the Spa.
what a JOKE!
I could not believe they added an 18% tip to my bill.
NEVER NEVER again.
the lobby of the Spa looked more like an over crowded flea market with all the CRAP they had on sale.
Would you visit again?
No
Service Quality
1.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
1.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
1.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
0.00 out of 5 stars
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New York Heaven!!--Michael Manis Jericho NY
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5.00 out of 5 stars
I have visited Mohonk Mountain House several times but only recently stayed for two nights with my wife. We took complete advantage of the spa and wellness afforded us. The staff was excellent and accommodations were great. A more tranquil environment cannot be found in NY. Visit and enjoy this place. Michael Manis Jericho NY
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
4.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
4.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
4.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
4.00 out of 5 stars
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Great area
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4.00 out of 5 stars
I've been to this spa twice. First as an overnight guest and second, just for the day. It is located in beautiful surroundings, but very expensive if you choose to stay.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
4.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
3.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
4.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
3.00 out of 5 stars
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Fab Mountain Retreat!
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5.00 out of 5 stars
I went here for a girls' getaway and it was amazing. But maybe there needs to be a few more dollar signs on that price rating! This place is very expensive.
* Accommodations: First rate! This hotel presents a wonderful old fashioned mountain lodge charm not easily found this far from the Rockies. Make sure you grab a drink and sit on the back porch to enjoy and relax!
* Things to do: We are lean mean hiking machines and we hiked the 10-mile ridge right nearby (Minnewaska (sp?)). Also we ran around the gardens and visited the ice rink (closed for the season but a must-do for us come winter). Also you can head into New Paltz for some interesting shopping.
* Food: Breakfast was so-so but dinner was terrific.
* SPA: The all-important spa review! The facilities were amazing and very unique. I had the Sports Massage which eased my sore muscles very well and the moisture drench facial. I was well treated to a QUIET and relaxing spa experience. The staff was professional and made me feel welcome. This place hires top-notch service personnel.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
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relazing with nature
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5.00 out of 5 stars
My husband and kids took me here for Mother's Day and I honestly am a changed woman from that weekend. I spent the Saturday in the spa while they hiked the trails around the resort.
On Sunday we had a lovely Mother's Day Brunch and took a horse and buggy ride around the property.
I came back so refreshed that I have made a lot of lifestyle changes in the last 90 days.
The only thing I didn't like was the bed was a bit small so I guess that means I need a few more lifestyle changes !!!
The setting is exquisite - 1 hour from New York City by car or train.
It is a bit expensive but less than many others with less character.
GO and explore this amazing place.
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
4.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
4.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
4.00 out of 5 stars
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Luxury in a mountain setting close to NYC
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5.00 out of 5 stars
The variety and quality of the massage offerings, the heavenly beauty indulgences, the GORGEOUS facility complete with mineral pool, swimming pool, steam room......you name it...and the delightful staff make Mohonk a get-away like no other. The setting of this hotel is rejuvenating in itself. I'd return in a heart beat!
Would you visit again?
Yes
Service Quality
5.00 out of 5 stars
Service Variety
5.00 out of 5 stars
Spa Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Fitness Facilities
5.00 out of 5 stars
Location & Hours
Business Address
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Mohonk Mountain House
1000 Mountain Rest Road
New Paltz,
NY
12561
United States
Phone: +1(800) 772-6646
Travel Information
The Stewart International Airport, also known as the New York Hudson Valley International Airport, is 25 miles from Mohonk. Ninety miles from New York, Mohonk is an easy trip by car, rail, or bus.
Children under 18 receiving massage and body treatments and children under 16 wishing to use the spa's pool must be accompanied by a parent.
At dinner, jackets are required for gentlemen age twelve and over, and ladies must wear dresses, skirts, or evening slacks.
The resort studies the grazing habits of deer, and publishes, along with Cornell University, an annual list of deer-resistant plants that is given to guests upon request.
Facilities & Amenities
Activities abound at Mohonk Mountain House, regardless of the season. During the spring, summer, and fall, guests can explore the property's 85 miles of hiking trails as part of a guided group or alone, go horseback riding or take a carriage ride (the resort has a stable), or play golf on a more than 100-year-old, Scottish-style nine-hole course. One of the oldest courses in the country, the Mohonk Golf Course is fashioned after St. Andrews. Tennis on two red clay and four soft clay courts and boating, fishing, and swimming in the lake are also popular activities in warmer months. Wintertime brings, snowshoeing, snow tubing, and cross-country skiing and ice skating on a 9,375-square-foot refrigerated rink in the The Pavilion, which also features a 39-foot-tall stone fireplace.
Year-round, children can enjoy the Kids' Club, which has a wide range of activities, and adults can partake of special theme programs, which may include murder mystery weekends, ballroom dancing, tennis clinics, and more.
Beautiful gardens, many more than 100 years old, are located throughout the Mohonk Mountain House's grounds. The gardens range from herb collections to rock gardens to a butterfly garden, and the resort's greenhouse houses orchids, begonias, and fuchsias.
Facilities
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Steam Room
Showers
Changing/Locker Rooms
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Amenities
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Changing/Locker Rooms
Slippers Provided
Robes Provided
Rooms & Dining
The 19th-century sensibility of the castle is present in all of the guest accommodations; each features beautifully carved woodwork, period furnishings, and cozy fireplaces. Guests can choose from elegant rooms in the Victorian Tower or charming guest cottages, two miles from the main building and open from mid-May to mid-October. The cottages, just a short walk from the Wallkill and Rondout valleys, accommodate four to six people, and all have full kitchens.
A turn-of-the-century ambience can also be found in the resort's Main Dining Room. Each night, a four-course dinner is served in the Main Dining Room; gentleman are required to wear jackets and ladies must wear dresses, skirts, or evening slacks. Entrées include grilled Portobello mushroom caps with pearl barley pilaf and herb-oil spinach.
For a more casual atmosphere, during the summer, guests can try The Granary, which offers daily barbeques and outdoor seating, or the Picnic House, which serves gourmet sandwiches.
Mohonk Mountain House is a Full American Plan resort, meaning breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and snacks, and dinner is included in the daily rate. At each meal, "Sound Choice" items are available for health-conscious diners, and vegetarian and koshers are available.
Food Options
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Serves Alcohol
Vegetarian
Kosher
Mohonk Mountain House
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unknown | Thursday, May 23, 2013
