The Ritz Carlton Spa, Key Biscayne

Warm coral walls accented by soothing sand beige drapes are immediate eye candy as the scent of mango candles and the sound of a soothing water wall almost put you in a trance at the entrance to the Ritz Carlton Spa on Key Biscayne, Florida.  Every detail here has been considered to ensure that this will be a spa experience you won’t soon forget.  This heavenly spa embodies the luxury brand’s guiding principles of excellent service in a pristine location with first class facilities.  Spa enthusiasts who have frequented Miami’s trendier spots may be in for a refreshing surprise here.  In no way is this spa trying to follow the fashionable minimalist and Zen décor in other luxury spas.  On the contrary, the spa at the Ritz evokes old world European charm and a more traditional take on the spa experience.
You want to make sure to arrive at least one hour in advance of your appointment here to fully experience the spa’s public spaces with sauna, eucalyptus steam room, whirlpool and relaxation chairs.  A cozy robe, slippers and organic teas await you prior or post treatment and the warm and comfortable setting is so inviting, you’ll wish you could set up shop here.  Your attendant will accompany you to a treatment room while informing you of the various procedures and luxurious products you’ll be treated to.

Despite the European charm, this spa does not stray far from its island heritage, using organic products inspired by the sea and the history of Key Biscayne’s coconut palms that once dominated the island.  One of their signature services is the Coco-luscious body treatment.  A combination of raw sugar cane granules and rich virgin coconut oils naturally exfoliate the skin, followed by a mango pineapple cocoon wrap rich in enzymes to help dissolve dryness, fine lines and pigmentation.  An antioxidant moisturizing body butter enriched with virgin coconut and grape seed oils is then applied to return firmness to the body and impart smooth glowing skin.

An addition to the list of offerings is in the new Lunar Spa Series which pays homage to the Tequesta Indians who once called Key Biscayne home.  Get truly pampered with ‘The Ocean Indulgence,’ a 105 minute treatment that harnesses the wealth of valuable minerals of the sea and detoxifies, firms and moisturizes your skin. A sea salt body buff exfoliates and revitalizes the skin’s nutrients, while mineral rich algae are combined with a luxurious cream to create an intense moisturizing wrap treatment. The journey is completed with a relaxing full body massage.

A day or even a few hours at the Ritz Carlton’s Key Biscayne Spa will leave you rejuvenated and longing for more.  Day spa-goers have access to the gorgeous ocean front pool and can dine at Cantina Beach for fresh Mexican dishes like a snapper ceviche.  If you happen to be at the spa on the day of a full moon, you can have a magical evening and take a spin class for an intense cardio workout under the stars.   Yes, this is a magical place filled with original and unique concepts that will keep you coming back.