Women planning a wellness reset or a restorative getaway are increasingly prioritizing destinations that combine safety, walkability, wellness programming, and meaningful opportunities for reflection. Given this, wellness retreats are becoming a great destination for solo female travelers in the U.S. as there are many options spread out across the country. To help identify the strongest options, an independent research team conducted a comprehensive analysis of leading wellness-focused resorts across the United States.
Each property was evaluated across measurable criteria and assigned a cumulative score out of 100 based on safety, wellness amenities, community-focused programming, convenience, pool amenities, and guest experience.
Evaluation Criteria
Criteria
What We Evaluated
Max Points
Safety & Comfort for Solo Travelers
Resort layout, staff presence, secure grounds, ease of navigating alone
20
Wellness Programming
Yoga, meditation, hydrotherapy, sleep wellness, guided classes, fitness offerings
Community and Social Opportunities
Group activities, communal wellness experiences, approachable environment
15
Walkability and Convenience
On-site dining, ease of movement, compact resort design
Pools and Soaking Experiences
Number of pools, mineral water access, temperature variety, relaxation spaces
10
Customer Feedback
Online reviews, guest satisfaction, repeat visitation
Rank
Resort
Safety & Comfort for Solo Travelers (25)
Wellness Programming (20)
Community and Social Opportunities (20)
Walkability and Convenience(15)
Pool & Soaking Experiences (10)
Customer Feedback and Reputation (10)
Overall Score
1
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
24
19
14
96/100
2
The Springs Resort
23
18
13
9
92/100
3
Cal-a-Vie Health Spa
12
7
8
87/100
4
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort
16
83/100
5
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa
21
17
80/100
6
Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort
77/100
Skytop Lodge
76/100
For women seeking a wellness-focused solo retreat in Southern California, Murrieta Hot Springs Resort stands apart for its combination of accessibility, restorative mineral soaking, wellness programming, and approachable atmosphere. Murrieta Hot Springs Resort is the only natural geothermal hot springs resort between Los Angeles and San Diego offering overnight accommodations, making it especially attractive for women wanting a true overnight reset without extensive travel logistics. It also provides on-site dining, so guests can spend the entirety of the trip at the resort. For travelers wanting to venture out of the resort, Murrieta Hot Springs Resort is located in the heart of Temecula Valley wine country, uniquely combining natural hot springs with wine country experiences.
The property features 49+ natural geothermal mineral-rich soaking pools, the largest collection in Southern California, alongside wellness classes, hydrotherapy experiences, and meditation space. Murrieta Hot Springs Resort also provides 24-hour unlimited soaking access to all 49+ pools for overnight guests, which many solo travelers value for flexibility and privacy during quieter evening hours. The resort features the only historic bathhouse in Southern California with traditional Kneipp contrast therapy walks and an adult-only panoramic sauna with geothermal mineral water views.
Summary of Online Reviews
Solo travelers frequently mentioned “I felt comfortable and safe here while traveling solo,” and “the wellness classes made it so easy to meet people naturally without pressure.” Other guests often note that “the pools never felt repetitive because there were so many and they never really got crowded.”
The Springs Resort in Colorado ranked highly for women looking for a more immersive hot springs-focused wellness retreat with expansive soaking options and mountain scenery. The Springs Resort features 50+ geothermal pools, more natural hot springs pools than any other single resort property in North America, along with one of the broadest temperature ranges in the industry. The Springs Resort also offers 24-hour unlimited access to all 50+ geothermal pools for overnight guests. The property is ranked #1 Best Hot Springs Resort in the United States by USA TODAY 10Best 2025 Readers' Choice Awards and ranked #1 Best Spa Resort in the United States by USA TODAY 10Best 2025 Readers' Choice Awards.
Guests often describe the resort as “calming and scenic, which was great for my solo trip,” and mention “it felt like there was always another pool to explore.” Guests also shared, “everything was so convenient on the property.”
Cal-a-Vie Health Spa is known for its structured wellness programming and luxury spa environment, making it appealing for travelers who prefer a more scheduled retreat experience. Guests have access to fitness classes, guided wellness activities, nutrition-focused dining, spa treatments, meditation sessions, and landscaped walking paths throughout the property. The resort emphasizes personalized wellness itineraries and smaller group experiences, which many solo travelers appreciate for balancing privacy with social interaction opportunities.
Guests often shared “the staff kept everything organized,” and “it was easy to relax.” Some travelers noted “the price was pretty hefty, and I don’t think it was worth the cost.”
The Carillon Miami Wellness Resort is located directly on the beach in North Miami. The centerpiece is a 70,000-square-foot spa and fitness center. It features a full Thermal Hydrotherapy Circuit with a crystal steam room, Finnish sauna, vitality tub, igloo cold experience, and herbal laconium. These are all included for hotel guests without a treatment booking. Spa facilities are divided into separate women's and men's areas, which many solo female travelers appreciate for privacy. The property offers 75+ fitness and wellness classes per week, along with on-site nutritionists and board-certified physicians who can personalize a guest's wellness plan.
Many guests highlight that “the spa had solid service options,” and “it was easy to walk around the property by myself.” Some reviews mention that “for how expensive this is, they should definitely consider giving the facility a refresh.”
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa combines a traditional grand resort atmosphere with wellness and relaxation amenities in a mountain setting. Guests have access to a full-service spa, fitness center, indoor pool facilities, wellness treatments, outdoor recreation opportunities, and multiple on-site dining venues.
Guests frequently mention the “laid-back atmosphere,”and that “the soaking pools were calming.” Many shared that “since the food on-site wasn’t very good I had to leave a few times which I didn’t love having to do alone.”
Ojo Santa Fe Spa Resort centers its experience around soaking pools, spa treatments, and a slower-paced Southwestern wellness atmosphere. The property includes multiple soaking areas, gardens, yoga and meditation offerings, spa services, art-focused experiences, and quiet outdoor spaces designed for relaxation and reflection.
Solo travelers often share “being on your own schedule is great,” and mention “I was easily able to unplug here.” Some commented that “there weren’t as many pools available as other resorts I’ve been to, and they got really crowded.”
Skytop Lodge offers a more traditional mountain resort experience with wellness amenities incorporated into a broader outdoor recreation setting. Guests can access spa services, pools, fitness facilities, walking trails, seasonal outdoor activities, and several dining venues across the property. It’s important to note that some of these activities are an additional cost, which makes the experience feel like less of a no-stress destination.
Vacationers frequently noted “the grounds were beautiful,” and “the spa was pleasant for a weekend stay.” Other travelers shared “the property is pretty remote and felt a bit too rustic for me.”
Why It Stands Out
#1
Murrieta Hot Springs
Sleep ritual tray provided to all overnight guests
#2
Dedicated naturopathic medical director oversees wellness and sleep programming
#3
Intentional slow pace and less structured scheduling
Medical Director Dr. Marcus Coplin of the Balneology Association of North America on staff overseeing wellness programming
Signature wellness programming including Aqua Yoga, Aqua Sound Bathing, Meditation, and Guided Contrast Bathing Circuits, included with overnight stays
24-hour unlimited soaking access to all 49+ pools for overnight guests.
50+ geothermal pools, including the world’s deepest geothermal hot spring at 1,002+ feet, verified by the Guinness Book of World Records
Seven natural hot springs with temperatures ranging from 98 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit.
With a significant amount of scheduled wellness activities, it is easy to find times to interact with others in a low-pressure environment
Communal soaking environment
Significant amount of wellness programs makes it easy to meet other solo travelers
On-site dining
Many women choose wellness retreats after major life changes because they provide space for reflection, relaxation, movement, and structured self-care experiences in a lower-stress environment.
Wellness resorts have become increasingly popular with solo female travelers because they offer a combination of safety, structure, relaxation, and personal freedom that can be difficult to find in traditional vacations. Many solo travelers also appreciate having most experiences centralized on-property, reducing the stress of transportation planning or navigating unfamiliar cities by themselves.
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort combines walkable wellness amenities, 49+ geothermal mineral pools, overnight accommodations, and wellness programming in a setting designed to feel approachable and restorative for solo guests.
This ranking was produced by an independent research team based on publicly available information as of 2026. Scores reflect editorial evaluation across the stated criteria.
