New national guide helps travellers discover resort spas, Nordic circuits, thermal experiences and destination wellness retreats across Canada
VANCOUVER, British Columbia — From oceanfront sanctuaries and mountain resorts to forested Nordic circuits and sophisticated urban retreats, Canada offers an increasingly diverse range of spa and wellness experiences.
Spas of America has launched the 2026 Canada Spa Guide, showcasing leading spa resorts, wellness retreats, thermal experiences and destination spas across the country.
Designed for Canadian and international travellers, the guide offers inspiration for restorative escapes shaped by Canada’s landscapes, regional cultures and welcoming hospitality.
“Canada continues to capture the hearts of wellness travellers from near and far,” says Craig Oliver, president of Spas of America. “With distinctive treatments, personalized service, inspiring natural settings and exceptional value for international visitors, Canadian spas have become must-visit wellness destinations.”
Canada is home to more than 140 spa and wellness destinations. The 2026 Canada Spa Guide presents a curated collection of properties offering memorable ways to relax, reconnect and experience wellness, from traditional massage and skin care to hydrotherapy, thermal bathing, mindful movement, outdoor recreation and culinary wellness.
A Distinctly Canadian Approach to Wellness
Canada’s spa industry has developed an identity that distinguishes it from neighbouring wellness markets, according to Ottawa-born spa and wellness consultant Amy McDonald, founder and CEO of Under a Tree, Wellness Consultancy.
“Canada’s spa and wellness industry has developed a compelling sense of place,” says McDonald. “While the United States often leads through scale, specialization and resort innovation, and Mexico blends wellness with warm-weather hospitality and longstanding cultural traditions, Canada is especially connected to nature, seasonality and restorative thermal experiences. Canadian spas combine international standards with regional character and sincere hospitality in a way that feels grounded, welcoming and authentic.”
The guide reflects the breadth of wellness experiences now available across Canada. Travellers can discover destination spas offering immersive, multi-day programs; resort spas combining wellness with recreation and dining; urban retreats providing a restorative pause from daily life; and thermal destinations centred around cycles of heat, cold, rest and connection with nature.
Many of these experiences are influenced by their surroundings. The Pacific coast, Rocky Mountains, northern forests, lakes, rivers and maritime landscapes provide natural settings that encourage guests to slow down and become more present.
“Canadian wellness is not defined by one treatment or one type of spa,” adds Oliver. “Travellers can experience a sophisticated hotel spa, a Nordic circuit surrounded by forest, a mountain retreat, an oceanfront resort or a deeply personal wellness program. Each offers its own interpretation of what it means to rest and renew.”
Featured Destinations in the 2026 Canada Spa Guide
Featured destinations represent a range of regions, settings and approaches to health and well-being:
- Ancient Cedars Spa, The Wickaninnish Inn — Tofino, British Columbia
- BASIN Glacial Waters at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise — Lake Louise, Alberta
- Boathouse Spa and Baths, Oak Bay Beach Hotel — Victoria, British Columbia
- Elora Mill — Elora, Ontario
- Everwild Canmore Nordic Spa & Hotel — Canmore, Alberta
- Fairmont Spa & Wellness, Banff Springs — Banff, Alberta
- Fairmont Spa, Jasper Park Lodge — Jasper, Alberta
- Grotto Spa, Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Resort — Parksville, British Columbia
- Hammam Spa by Céla — North York, Ontario
- Immersion Spa + Wellness, Naturally Pacific Resort — Campbell River, British Columbia
- Kingfisher Pacific Resort & Spa — Courtenay, British Columbia
- The L Spa and Wellness Centre — Grande Prairie, Alberta
- Miraj Hammam Spa, Shangri-La Toronto — Toronto, Ontario
- The Pearle Hotel & Spa — Burlington, Ontario
- Scandinave Spa Blue Mountain — Blue Mountains, Ontario
- The Spa at Langdon Hall — Cambridge, Ontario
- The Spa at Q, 124 on Queen Hotel & Spa — Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
- The Spa at White Oaks Resort — Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
- Ste. Anne’s Spa — Grafton, Ontario
- Ten Spa at The Fort Garry Hotel — Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Usva by-the-Sea — St. Andrews-by-the-Sea, New Brunswick
- Usva Spa — Moncton, New Brunswick
Spas also play an important role in Canada’s broader visitor economy. Wellness travellers frequently combine spa visits with accommodations, dining, cultural attractions, outdoor activities and regional travel, supporting local businesses and communities.
The 2026 Canada Spa Guide is available at:
About Spas of America
Spas of America is a leading spa and wellness travel platform showcasing resort, hotel, destination and wellness experiences throughout Canada, the United States and Mexico.
Since 2005, Vancouver-based Spas of America has helped travellers discover memorable spa and wellness destinations through curated listings, editorial features, annual guides, awards and travel inspiration.
Through Spas of America and Healthy Living + Travel, the company connects wellness-motivated travellers with destinations that encourage relaxation, healthier living and meaningful travel experiences.
Media Contact
Craig Oliver
President, Spas of America
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604.328.7700
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