Resorts and hotels attract a wide variety of travelers. Some are vacationers on a family getaway, while others are business travelers or event planners in town for a meeting or conference.
Hotel amenities help to set a property apart from the rest. The amenities offered vary by hotel type, but the most important include in-room premiums and on-property services.
Swimming Pools
Resort pools are one of this summer’s hottest travel trends. However, elaborate hotel pools can also lead to higher room rates and resort fees. Thankfully, you can enjoy a resort pool without blowing your vacation budget.
If you’re looking for a resort with a swimming pool, check the property’s website to see if they offer any water-related experiences that are fun and healthy. For example, the Mansion at The Crane provides a unique wellness path, including a carbon-rich silk bath to boost skin elasticity. These experiences help guests meet their fitness and wellness goals while on vacation.
Fitness Centers
Hot Springs Resort and Spa in New Mexico offers a variety of fitness amenities to their guests, including luxe esthetic services and customized body treatments. Some are partnering with boutique fitness studios to offer group classes and are making wellness a more significant part of their travel experience.
Often, these facilities are reserved for hotel and resort guests only. They will scan their MagicBands to gain access. Reservations are highly recommended. Cancellations or rescheduling require 24 hours advance notice, or the full service will be charged. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy the spa facilities and ensure they attend their appointment time. Late arrivals may cause their treatments to be shortened to allow for the next guest’s scheduled service.
Bars
Spas have evolved into much more than massages and facials. Some offer immersive bathing experiences, manifestation meditation classes, and even “snow rooms.” In addition to standard treatments like manicures and pedicures, many resort spas feature local ingredients for their signature services. For example, the mountain-inspired Miner’s Mineral Mud Wrap uses ore and activated charcoal mud to detoxify the skin, followed by a full body massage with rich amethyst oil. Many of these spas also have lounges with comfortable furnishings and a well-stocked bar, where guests can enjoy spirits and cigars while relaxing by the fire. This experience is often included in resort packages or as an add-on treatment for a fee.
Meeting Spaces
In addition to providing various guest activities, resorts often offer comprehensive services. These include nutritional education, physical fitness activities, and foreign language instruction.
Some are debuting seven contemporary event spaces, including a rooftop option that offers endless possibilities for guests to host their events. Look only as far as NYC’s Offsite for a meeting space that departs from the usual sterile corporate environment. This unique spot offers a rustic aesthetic that seats six to sixteen.
Free WiFi
Whether uploading photos to social media or staying in touch with loved ones, free WiFi has become a top guest amenity. While most hotels offer it now, some are holdouts – but many are changing their minds as guests demand it.
At this NYC resort, a world-class spa beckons with classic Swedish and cupping massages, a Turkish hammam for detoxing, and a rooftop pool. Rooms are designed for relaxation, with private terraces and whirlpool tubs available. Upgrade to a suite for stunning bay views.
While most brands have dropped their charges for hotel WiFi, you can still get it if you’re a loyalty program member. Some hotels are even upgrading to auto-connecting.