I totally get why the celebs flock to this spa.
Sanctuary spa has a boutique vibe that sweeps you off your feet and gently carries you off to the world of la-la before you even know it's happening. Without a pretentious or overly showy decor, the spa takes advantage of the gorgeous Camelback Mountain views by subtly fusing the outdoors into every corner of the architecture.
My therapist was Azure and my treatment was the Luk Pra Kope, an amazing 2-hour ritual that is built around Table Thai Massage. The ritual starts with a heavenly foot soak and lime scrub and then most of the time is spent with the therapist gently stretching, rocking and kneading your muscles to open every energy flow you could possibly imagine. She used warmed herbal compresses toward the end of the treatment on various muscles and pressure points. It felt SO good. An unforgettable experience to say the least. Yes, the treatment was pricey but much cheaper than the week in Hawaii that I was craving!
Make sure you get there early enough to hop in a fitness class and take a dip in the whirlpool before your treatment. Little touches like the pen, razor and toothbrush kit in your locker to the separate face and body washes in the shower, add to the experience. Even the spa attendants in the locker room were amazingly warm and accommodating.
Sanctuary Spa is truly now among my favorites escapes.