Kohler, Wisconsin
At the end of our stay in Kohler last February, I elected to try Kohler's spa facilities. Part of the package we booked granted a discount off of spa rates, so I booked the Kohler Waters Wrap, a seasonal treatment that used exfoliation and moisturizing to replenish dry winter skin.
The Kohler Waters Spa facility is luxurious. The entry and check-in area is filled with plush couches for resting, water features, and a fireplace, as well as a store display containing clothing, videos, and Kohler and Aveda skin and body products for sale. Off in a separate room is the salon area, and another small room contains the manicure/pedicure room.
The full spa facility is on the lower level. Guests are greeted at the lower level by a spa attendant who provides a locker and offers a tour of both the locker room and spa facilities. Guests are taken through a set of doors into the spa waiting room which contains a large plunge pool fed by a water feature. Surrounding the pool are lounge chairs, small tables containing water, nuts, and fresh and dried fruits and magazines are tucked into the room's corners. The locker rooms, located off to the left side of the waiting room, contain both a dry sauna and a steam room, and a whirlpool and cool plunge pool. Guests who are having a treatment are welcome to use the facilities as long as desired; spa charges include usage. Those who wish to stay for an extended period of time can order from a lighter fare spa menu that features salads, light entrees, and even a Bento box option. Hotel guests who do not have treatments at the spa can pay $15 for a day pass.
Rates for some treatments are higher than I have experienced at other spas, with body treatments starting at approximately $120 and massages starting at $100 for 25 minutes. A number of unique treatments are offered, including reiki and numerous bathing treatment options. I was disappointed by the few body treatment options offered, however there were numerous massage, facial, and bathing options to select from. The spa also offers treatments for men and couples. While the men's options are varied, available treatments for couples are limited. Packages that include hotel room, meals, and spa treatments can be booked too.
The treatment rooms are comfortably sized and well appointed. The treatment left me feeling very soft and relaxed. Every detail was attended to, and staff was thoroughly helpful and polite. While I've had many spa experiences around the country, this was one of the better ones I've experienced.
I do plan on returning in the fall with friends. This is a great girl's weekend location with a trip to the spa as a centerpiece.
Pros:
Courteous and helpful staff
Modern yet comfortable design
Exceptional attention to detail
Cons:
Somewhat limited options for certain treatment types
Costs of some treatments are high based on length of service
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
