Best Spas in Bluffton

"For European flair in a Southern setting, there's no better place to go than Sweetwater Spa, located in the heart of the Historic District. The upscale spa, which takes a page from the elegance of Venice, Italy, offers a variety of luxurious treatments including nail care, massage, facials, skincare treatments, waxing and private yoga sessions. For the best deals, select a spa package such as the Sweet Water Escape, a treatment that includes a Swedish massage and choice of body wrap, salt scrub or sugar scrub, or the indulgent Rejuvenation Day, which incorporates a Swedish massage, house facial, spa manicure and pedicure and lunch."

"What could be more romantic than checking into a spa with your partner and indulging in a couple's massage and other soothing treatments?. European flair combines with blissful pampering for both of you in the upscale Sweet Water Spa. Luxurious therapies include nail care, massage, skincare treatments and facials - all of them (except for pedicures) available for both men and women."

"This Broughton Street gem has quickly gained a reputation as one of the best day spas in the city. British-born owner Catherine Garrido trained in both the U.K. and Australia and brings her worldly knowledge of beauty and relaxation to Savannah, offering a variety of services including massages, facials, waxing, nail care and spray tans."

"One of the most reasonably priced spas in the Savannah area, Beauty Essentials Spa uses a holistic approach while offering a host of traditional services including massage, facials, waxing, nail care and hairstyling. For those in need of mental relaxation, the spa boasts integrative relaxation therapy sessions that help quiet the mind and reduce stress. Beauty Essentials also features a few less traditional services, among them carpal tunnel therapy and ear candling."

"Named "Top Resort Spa" for two years running by Conde Nast Traveler Magazine, the Heavenly Spa by Westin lives up to its divine reputation, offering a number of services that focus on wellness, balance and relaxation. The day spa, located in the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, offers signature services including popular Heavenly Touch massages and Heavenly Glow facials, along with waxing, body treatments, nail care and private exercise sessions. If you want to try a little bit of everything but don't want to break the bank, go for the Spa Sampler, which includes a petite massage, petite facial and spa manicure."

"Located in a historic building in Downtown Savannah, Spa Bleu offers European and traditional spa treatments with its signature brand of Southern hospitality. The spa offers a variety of services, including massage, facials, thermal body treatments, spray tans, makeup applications, nail care and more. Spa Bleu incorporates organic products and all-natural ingredients into many of its treatments, among them the Dead Sea salt scrub, organic spray tan, vitamin C and French lavender repair facial, and collagen infusion ultimate manicure/pedicure."

"A one-stop shop for beauty and relaxation, Glow MedSpa and Beauty Boutique combines advanced non-surgical medical procedures with relaxing treatments to provide the ultimate spa experience. The award-winning spa offers a host of traditional services, including massage, facials, chemical peels, spray tanning, laser hair removal, waxing, lash tinting and more. Under the guidance of the spa's resident physician, Glow performs numerous cutting-edge medical procedures, among them Botox, Radiesse and Juvaderm."

"The Mansion on Forsyth Park is one of the city's chicest, most luxurious hotels, so it's no wonder that the hotel's spa is top notch. The full-service spa offers a number of indulgent treatments, including massage, facials, body wraps, nail care and steam showers, along with access to a 24-hour cardio-fitness facility and outdoor relaxation pool. Unique treatments include the Privai Aroma Thai Massage, which incorporates the benefits of traditional, therapeutic English aromatherapy with restorative, traditional Thai stretching."

"Absorb the Culture at the Museum Spend an afternoon wandering the Telfair Museums, comprised of the Telfair Academy (19th and 20th century art), the Jepson Center for the Arts (contemporary art, as well as the kid-friendly interactive ArtZeum) and the Owens-Thomas House (a historic home). Three-site admission is available for one-time entry to all three museums, allowing you to browse one today, and leave the rest for tomorrow."

"There’s hardly a better way to get a glimpse of a city’s historic significance than through visiting some of its most legendary buildings. In Savannah, Georgia, The Owens-Thomas House is a place of legend. It’s approximately 200 years old and continues to be a part of the city’s lore."

"The Savannah-Ogeechee Barge Canal is a historic canal that begins with a tidal lock at the Savannah River and continues for more than 16 miles through four lift locks, eventually making its way to another tidal lock at the Ogeechee River. Visitors can view the final lock at the Ogeechee Canal and Museum, located on Highway 204 just outside of Savannah. The site features more than five miles of hiking trails that wind by the Ogeechee River, 200 acres of swamp and woodland, and a museum and nature center that feature exhibits on the canal's history, archeology, birding and other local attractions."

"This museum, located a few miles southwest of Savannah, explores the history of the Savannah-Ogeechee Canal – built in the mid-19th century to stimulate Savannah’s export trade – and the natural history of the surrounding area. The site as a whole comprises a half-mile section of restored canal, with brickwork and locks, and 200 acres of swamp and woodland with several miles of nature trails. Open Wednesday-Sunday, 9am-5pm."

"Located just off of highway 204 a few miles west of 1-95, the Savannah and Ogeechee Canal is a great place to take a peaceful stroll off the beaten path. The canal was constructed back in 1831 to connect the Savannah and Ogeechee rivers. Today, the hiking trails in the area are traversed by people daily."

"The Beach Institute was founded in 1867 during Reconstruction as the first official school for African-Americans in Savannah, GA. Today, the original historic building is home to the Beach Institute African-American Cultural Center, Savannah’s flagship organization for African-American... arts, history and historic preservation."

"One of the most historic and gorgeous destinations in Savannah is Oglethorpe Square. It’s home to our historic inn, as well as the renowned Owens-Thomas House. Considered one of the most sophisticated homes in Savannah, the Owens-Thomas House is one place you do not want to miss."

"Ellis Square is one of Savannah's three "lost" public squares, originally designed in 1733 and demolished in 1954 to make way for the development of a parking garage. In 2005, thanks to the work of citizen activists, the square was restored to its original 18th-century configuration and is now home to popular public attractions such as a children's water fountain and jet plat area and a life-sized chess set. Visitors can rent CAT bikes at the entrance to the square's City Market and can relax at shaded tables throughout the square."

"Vic’s Coffee Bar is located on River Street and features plenty of coffee and beverage options. If you’re familiar with their restaurant, Vic’s on the River, then you know that you’re getting the same quality service and products at the coffee bar."

"Step inside Vic’s Coffee Bar–part of Vic’s on the River, one of the most beloved restaurants in Savannah–to enjoy their Italian-style coffee bar. Coffee, alcohol, and desserts are all on the menu."