Any Hot Spring is great! - but Ojo Caliente with the Native Ruins, the meditation platforms in the mountains, the 4 different types of healing minerals, the Yurt Healing Tent for Yoga & 'Sanctuary For Souls' Seminar, the Rio Grande River Gorge, Santa Fe & Taos nearby, and the feel of the New Mexico High Country just couldn't' be beat.
Ojo Caliente, NM – Most people don’t know that the word SPA is actually the acronym for “Salud por Agua” which means “health through water.” In Northern New Mexico, you’ll find the quintessential SPA experience at a legendary oasis called Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs. Ojo Caliente is the only hot springs in the world with a remarkable combination of four different types of mineral waters in ten different pools with temperatures ranging from 80 to 109 degrees. These waters, which bubble more than 100,000 gallons to the surface every day, are rich in minerals including Lithia, Iron, Soda and Arsenic. The minerals are believed to have ancient healing benefits including relieving depression, aiding digestion, promoting healthy skin tone, relieving symptoms of arthritis, and are considered to be beneficial to the blood and immune system.
The legendary oasis, now celebrating its 140th anniversary, was opened as a spa in 1868 by Antonio Joseph, New Mexico’s first territorial representative. The current owners of Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs prefer to call themselves stewards of the property believing maintaining and supporting the natural environment makes sense both environmentally and economically. Recent renovations and expansions have both enhanced the guest experience without abandoning the authentic and historic nature of the original environment. “I love this place,” says Spa Director Jeannine Dolan.
“It’s not pretentious. It’s an authentic healing center.”
One of the Top 10 Hot Springs in the World! “Best Mineral Springs Spa in the United States” by SpaFinder.com Native Americans who used the Hot Springs first called the place 'The Warm Eye' which translates to Ojo Caliente in Spanish who came next. And Completely Uncrowded & very relaxed when we were there! There is an old turn of the century hotel, casitas, private pools with beehive fireplaces by the mountain - luxury all the way & yet cozy, authentic & relaxed. 4 Types of Pools!- most Hot Springs are Sulphur or only 1 type of mineral - Ojo Caliente has 4 types & no sulphur, so no smell! The Soda Pool, the Iron Pool, The Arsenic Pool & the Lithium Pool.
Property amenities:
Ojo Caliente is the only hot springs in the world with a remarkable combination of four different types of mineral water: lithium, iron, soda and arsenic. Our ten pools are filled with different types and combinations of waters with temperatures ranging from 80-109 degrees.
All of the Springs and the Spa are a Whisper Zone so that guests can have a quiet peaceful experience at this unique retreat. We appreciate your cooperation complying with this policy.
The Lithia Spring.
Located at the heart of the springs, the historic pump has been dispensing this unique water since the nineteenth century. Lithium is believed to relieve depression and aid digestion.
The Iron Spring.
A Native American legend tells that the giant rock in the iron pool guards the place where the ancient people of the mesa once received food and water during times of famine. The warm, iron-rich water bubbles up from the natural pebble floor, providing hot spots to discover in this mystical outdoor cliffside pool. Iron is considered to be beneficial to the blood and immune system.
The Soda Spring.
The rock walls in the enclosed Soda “steam” pool create a soft echo providing a sense of calm and relaxation. Water from the Soda Spring is said to have been used to relieve digestive problems.
The Arsenic Spring.
The arsenic water is believed to be beneficial for relief from arthritis, stomach ulcers and to heal a variety of skin conditions. Water from the iron and arsenic springs is blended in various pools throughout the property.Spa Services
Combining a soak in our healing waters with one of our natural spa treatments provides the ultimate relaxing experience for both mind and body. The diverse spa menu offers a full array of soothing and restorative treatments including nurturing massage and body treatments, hydrating facials and conditioning pedicures.
* Massage Therapy
* Skin Care
* body treatments
* spa packages
* nail studio
Nearby attractions and activities:
- Santa Fe, 1 hr away with it's many attractions
- Taos, the ancient pueblo and artisans of this unique town is also only 1 hr away.
- Rio Grande Gorge
- Native Ruins hike behind property
Location:
Ojo Caliente is located about 2 hrs drive north of Albuquerque or 1 hr drive north of Santa Fe.
Packages:
Note: Our tours are only on dates listed, not year-round.
- 2009 Dates: Oct 13-16, 2009 & March 15-19, 2010
or customize dates for 4 or more people
- Sanctuary for soul - 4 day healing seminar delivers 2-3 hrs each am with the rest of the time for mineral pool activities or hiking or day trips to Santa Fe & Taos
Notes:
- Many options for lodging right on site or nearby B&B's
- Lodging & Seminar cost available
or arrange own lodging
- Accommodations from $60/night per person to luxury casitas for around $135/per person
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