When tensions are high and the winter weather has you feeling chilled to the bone, it’s time to treat yourself to an experience of pure relaxation to melt away your stress. This Japanese-inspired bath house and resort in Santa Fe is the perfect destination to escape from reality and immerse yourself in a world of serenity. After taking a dip in the hot springs, you can eat at their world-class restaurant, and stay for the night for a true getaway. This mountaintop spa is truly an otherworldly experience.

Ten Thousand Waves is a mountaintop spa and resort just outside of downtown Santa Fe.

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This spa is inspired by true Japanese bath houses and is set within the foothills of the Santa Fe National Forest. Escaping to this resort is truly like going to another world.

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This resort has a handful of hot tubs and baths to choose from. The outdoor hot springs are comforting in the winter. All hot tubs also have a sauna.

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Soothing hot baths are plentiful, and cold plunges for an invigorating 55 degree dip are also available. Private hot tubs and saunas are available to rent.

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This resort also has lodging if you’d like to take a true break from life. The resort is the closest lodging to Santa Fe Ski Area.

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On site is also the world-class restaurant, Izanami. This traditional izakaya dining experience is typically small plates served slowly, and made to share. Reservations for Izanami are recommended.

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Ten Thousand Waves also offers numerous spa treatments, massages, and skin care products. Fully immerse yourself in a self care retreat.

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The beautiful gardens, woodwork, and techniques have been perfected over the years, offering a true Japanese sense of serenity.

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Ten Thousand Waves is a completely peaceful bath house experience to melt away your stress at a dreamy winter getaway.

Ten Thousand Waves Japanese Spa & Resort/Facebook Ten Thousand Waves is located at 21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, Santa Fe, NM. To learn more and to make a reservation, you can visit their website right here.

Have you ever been to a Japanese bath house before? What was it like? We’d love to hear about your experience in the comments!

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Ten Thousand Waves is located at 21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, Santa Fe, NM. To learn more and to make a reservation, you can visit their website right here.

If you’re looking for another activity in the Land of Enchantment this winter, try snowshoeing through an enchanted forest.

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