Sundara Inn & Spa

Sundara Inn & Spa has been named the #4 Top Resort in the Midwest in Travel + Leisure magazine's "World's Best Awards" for 2022, as well as the Top 20 Top Destination Spa Resorts in the United States in Condé Nast Traveler magazine's "Readers' Choice Awards" for 2022, and the #1 Best Spa in Madison Magazine's "Best of Madison" awards for 2022. This Midwest treasure has made a significant contribution to the world of vacation spas. For starters, Sundara's existence means that just because you live in the Midwest doesn't mean you have to hop on a plane for a full-fledged spa experience. (It's a four-hour journey from Chicago, a two-hour drive from Milwaukee, and a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Minneapolis.)

The spa, set among 26 acres of aromatic pine forests in Wisconsin Dells, aims for an East-meets-midwest ambiance, drawing inspiration from Ayurvedic principles (Sundara means beautiful in Sanskrit) and an abundance of Feng shui. Consider curved walls, open space, and natural light—anything that will help you relax and disengage. (Speaking of unplugging, no electronics are permitted in any of the property's public areas.) The entire experience is sumptuous and hushed: peaceful treks, swimming in the infinity-edge pool, strolling along the meditation trail or the tranquility garden, and sinking into the down featherbeds at night. On your pillow, look for freshly prepared midnight tea and caramels.

Google rating: 4.5/5.0
Address: 920 Canyon Rd, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
Contact: +1 608-253-9200
Opening hours: daily from 8 a.m to 9 p.m
Website: sundaraspa.com