Set on a private 44-acre island, Paradise Point Resort & Spa feels worlds away from urban life, yet downtown San Diego is only minutes away. The resort’s tranquil atmosphere is complemented by a newly introduced spa offering: the two-hour Island Origins experience, priced at $260.
The treatment begins with a private, botanically focused tour of the island’s grounds and gardens led by a spa professional. Guests collect fresh healing herbs while learning about each plant’s medicinal properties and traditional uses. This hands-on introduction connects visitors with the natural ingredients that form the basis of the spa ritual.
Following the tour, the Island Origins treatment moves into the resort’s 7,050-square-foot spa, where four customized hair and body services feature restorative ingredients such as ginger, tea tree, hibiscus and eucalyptus. These botanicals are selected for their soothing, cleansing and revitalizing qualities, and treatments are tailored to address individual needs.
The spa complex includes private treatment rooms and a cozy cottage designed for couples’ services, creating an intimate setting for relaxation. After the spa experience, guests can extend their wellness routine with a workout, a session in the sauna, a dip in the pool, or time in the eucalyptus steam room. Each option supports recovery and enhances the sense of calm.
For a fuller escape, consider staying overnight at the bungalow-style resort. Enjoy a memorable dinner, relax with a glass of wine beside one of the tranquil lagoons or gather around a beach bonfire, then book another spa treatment the following morning. The combination of island seclusion, botanical-based therapies and easy access to San Diego makes Paradise Point an appealing destination for a restorative short getaway.
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