From girlfriend getaways to indulgent couples' overnights or weekends, border-area Baja spas are inviting, inexpensive, professional and, in some cases, downright decadent. Catering to both Americans and Mexicans, most have English-speaking staff and offer enough in the way of unusual treatments to make the trip across the border worthwhile. Many hotel spas also offer reasonable overnight packages.

Mexico's culture is a nurturing one, and that special feeling permeates Baja spas, from their ambiance to the warm attitude of their personnel. Below is a list of Rosarito's top spas:

Las Rocas Spa

This cliffside, ocean-front spa lends itself to extras like yoga by the sea and individual or couples' aromatherapy baths, pedicures and other treatments with stunning ocean views. Couples, for example, have a double tub in an intimate room with a glass wall facing the sea. All nail treatments are done in a luxurious salon with panormic vistas of waves and sometimes, passing whales.

Killer treatments include Fresh Ginger and Lemon Scrub, Bananna Body Butter Wrap, Mexican Chocolate Scrub, warm Chocolate Wrap, Peppermint Foot Treatment and the resort's signature Mayan Hot Rocks Massage which can be done indoors or outdoors to the sound of the waves. Innovative other treatments include special teen facials and a new Computer-Distress Massage for those suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or tendonitis from excesive computer use, golf, tennis or weightlifting. A full compliment of hair and beauty treatments and waxes are offered. And the hotel's gym and two oceanside pools and Jacuzzis are available to spa patrons.

Km. 38.5 on the Old Road, six miles south of downtown Rosarito.

From US Dial:
01152-661-6122143

Local Dial:
612-2141
612-2143

For Spa Reservations write an e-mail to:
spa@lasrocas.com

http://www.lasrocas.com/spa/index.php

Casa Playa Spa - Rosarito Beach Hotel

One of the most attractive features of the Rosarito Beach Hotel, is its world class Casa Playa Spa, offers the optimum health and rejuvenation experience.

Casa Playa Spa is located in a beautiful mansion on the grounds of the Rosarito Beach Hotel.Built in 1926 as the owners' home this magnificent mansion has been restored and now houses a European style Spa. An atmosphere of elegance prevails. The elaborate architecture and its surroundings give you a feeling of romance and serenity.

Your personal comfort and enjoyment is guaranteed, whether you are here for a single treatment or a multi-day program. Int their treatment center you will experience body work that not only relaxes, but rejuvenates your inner and outer body.

Open Sunday through Friday from 8 A.M. to 6 P.M.
Saturday from 8 A.M. to 7 P.M.

Dial Direct for More Information:
01152 (661) 612-2687

For appointments, questions or concerns please send an e-mail to the spa director, she'll be happy to help you: rbhspa@telnor.net

http://www.rosaritobeachhotel.com/spa_intro.php

Calafia Day Spa

A beautifying center inside the Calafia Resort was founded in May, 2004. They offer an array of services for men and women such as manicure, pedicure, anti-stress and therapeutic massages. Jacuzzi, Steam Room and Stone Massages.

Hotel Calafia
Km. 35.5 on the Old Road, Five minutes south of Rosarito.
01152-661-612-2211, Ext.294
E-mail: maritza@hotel-calafia.com

http://www.hotel-calafia.com/Spa.jsp

Jacob's Holistic Spa and Clinic

Jacob is a licensed holistic health practitioner and is highly recognized internationally by MD's, Professors of alternative medicine and the International Massage Association. The spa has therapists available who are trained and qualified to provide his clients not only with relaxing results, but to restore mental and physical health. From head to toe, not only you will feel like a new person, you will be a new person.

Spa Hours: Monday thru Sunday 9:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.

Please call or email for appointments:

The Grand Baja Resort, Km_44.5 on the Old Road, south of Rosarito, just north of Puerto Nuevo Lobster Village
011-52-664-178-5616 or 011-52-661-614-1484

Dialing from U.S.A. 011-52-661- 615-4055
Jacob's Direct Number: 011-52-661-614-1494 Extension 2307
From Rosarito (Local): ) 044-661-615-4055 or 044-661-614-1494 Extension 2307

http://www.grandbaja.com/spa.htm

Extravegance Day Spa and Salon

Located in the heart of Rosarito, this Spa provides an array of services such as pedicure, manicure, nails, high quality haircuts and hair color, using only the best products world wide.

Make your skin feel and look great with a whole body exfoliation. Extravagance has its own line of body scrubs made of natural extracts.

Take the stress away and try a complete pedicure, with natural feet herbal products, or try a manicure with a scrub massage and paraffin. There are also packages available with the treatments of your choice.

Benito Juarez Blvd. 25500 suite 10 in Quinta del Mar shopping center next to Calimax.
From the US: 01152 (661) 612-1288
Local: 612-1288
E-mail: extravagancedayspa@yahoo.com

Sanoviv

On the Baja Coast of Mexico, at Rosarito Beach, Sanoviv is a comprehensive health retreat with health and wellness facilities, spa amenities, and medical staff. Spa therapies include thalasso thermal therapy, Kneipp hydrotherapy, sauna, herbal wraps, massage, facials, manicures, pedicures, more.

800-SANOVIV (800-726-6848)
801-954-7600 Outside of North America
661-614-9200 Mexico

http://www.sanoviv.com/