The Spa At Doral

Best spa in Miami. Kids-​free pools, golf course, great pool menu, fantastic facility and top notch services. If booking a facial, ask for Maritza!

I had the Honey and Milk body treatment. it was excellent, the esthetician named Caya did an awesome job! The amenities at the Spa are A+ — I truly enjoyed them, the ladies at the front desk were extremely professional and welcoming.
The private solarium was something I truly enjoyed, the sauna and jacuzzi were also great! The estheticians were also very professional and delivered a great relaxation experience. I also had a Spa pedicure at the salon, it was also a great experience.
The Spa shop had nice selection of merchandise, including Ivanka’s designs (how appropriate!) but indeed her designs are very neutral and can be used for different age groups.
One thing I noticed ALL the employees showed happiness in doing what they do, beyond being customer service. they are ambassadors of the service industry!

I have been coming to the Spa At Doral for years and keep coming back because unlike some of the spas you can have your spa service and then relax the whole day in their property. They have a section which features different steam rooms and saunas, a Jacuzzi and a shower featuring different jets which can be changed to target whatever area of your body which needs massaging. They also have different lounging areas where you can relax. There are several stations featuring different types of water to quench your thirst, one filled with citrus and the other filled with cucumbers. They also have a bowl of water with ice and cucumbers so you can put on your eyes while you relax in one of their lounging chairs. You could also venture out of the spa area and use their swimming pool. This spa continues to be my favorite spa and I can’t wait to visit when they finish renovating the spa pool area.

This spa is huge! It is its own building within the premises of the resort.
It has tons of amenities: 2 outdoor pools & 1 indoors, a big hot tub in a beautiful area with candles and great ambiance, several steam rooms, saunas, tubs with freezing water for quick dips, several big lounging areas, numerous showers and changing rooms, and little details everywhere (drinks, fruits, etc.).
I went with a big group of girlfriends and had an amazing day. The service I had was an hour massage. However, the lady decided that since I have a back condition, she would be giving me a «neuromuscular» massage instead of the one I chose. I agreed and ended up hating it! First, she wouldn’t stop talking to me about how tense I was. Hmm… I wonder why I’m getting the massage! Then, she started grabbing my arms and my head and stretching them to the point of causing more stress and pain to my neck & shoulders, and putting me in uncomfortable positions that strained my entire upper body. I was sore the rest of the day.
Anyway, I was not pleased with my therapist at all, but my girlfriends were satisfied with theirs. Some got facials and others got body scrubs which they all loved.
All in all, I would definitely go back because the facility is great fun with a big group. I’m sure there’s great therapists there, I just happened to be the one with bad luck that day.

The Spa at Doral is great and I hope Donald Trump makes it even better. Donald and Ivanka acquired Doral Golf Resort and Spa in early 2012 and have rebranded it Trump National Doral. The Blue Monster and Red golf courses and the Doral hotel, clubhouse, and restaurants are currently undergoing renovation. The Blue Monster and clubhouse are slated for re-​opening winter 2013 – 14. I haven’t heard anything about the Trumps’ plans for the spa and Pritikin Longevity Center, if anything.
The Spa at Doral is huge at nearly 50,000 square feet in total area. It’s luxurious and serene, featuring a modern workout facility, spacious lounge and relaxation areas, a health restaurant, gift shop, multiple pools (indoors and out), hot tubs, waterfalls, and separate spas for males and females.
I’ve been an annual visitor to the Spa since 2010. It hasn’t changed, for the most part, since that time. The features/​services I like to use include:
Main outdoor pool and hot tub
Hot and cold waterfalls
Men’s spa
— Lounge
— Hot tub
— Cold dunk
— Steam room
— Dry sauna
— Sensory shower
— Showers/​restrooms
The main outdoor pool area is beautiful with fountains, waterfalls, a multi-​tiered stream, a pond, palm trees, colorful flowers, and well-​manicured landscaping. It’s fun to switch back and forth between the hot and cold waterfalls. The hot waterfall is almost like a hot tub. It feels good to sit underneath the waterfalls and let the water hit your neck and upper back. There’s a bar serving snacks and refreshments and dispensers filled with complimentary fruit-​flavored water. Umbrellas over the folding beach recliners keep the sunlight from hitting your skin.
The men’s spa is calm and tranquil. It’s small, intimate, and really allows you to unwind and loosen up. It’s peaceful inside and time really flies by. If you plan to visit, make sure you set aside plenty of time.
Sandals and a locker key are given to you upon entry. There’s a snack and refreshment bar with fruit, tea, and water. In the past, there has been an assortment of fruits and teas, but the selection isn’t as good these days. There’s a lobby/​waiting area with magazines.
Each locker has a big and fluffy robe you can use inside the spa. There are towels aplenty. The hot tub and cold dunk are surrounded by candles and mosaic-​tiled walls. The steam room and dry sauna are rejuvenating. Bring extra towels with you into the dry sauna so you can create makeshift cushions/​pillows to lie on. After using the hot tub, steam room, or dry sauna for an extended period of time, briefly go into the cold dunk to close your pores and cool down your body. It feels good.
Be sure to drink lots of water and stay hydrated while using the spa.
There’s a sensory shower with six different settings. Water will blast you from every which angle and music plays to set the mood. The standard showers are nice as well. Each of the showers has liquid body wash, shampoo, and conditioner.
The sinks are equipped with basic amenities such as mouthwash, lotion, shaving cream, and razors. There are cotton swabs, a hair dryer, and scales to check your weight. One of the scales can also measure different statistics such as your body mass index (BMI).
I like to shower and use the spa after playing golf. It cleans me up and is refreshing.
All of the staff I’ve dealt with at the Spa have been polite, courteous, and helpful. The staff inside the men’s spa are particularly attentive. There’s at least one staff member inside the men’s spa at all times making sure everything is running smoothly. The men’s spa is always very clean.
The downstairs dining and interior lobby areas are very nice and elegant. The lobby towards the front of the building (where the valet is located) has computers you can use and a variety of newspapers to read. The selection includes USA Today and the Wall Street Journal. They used to have more papers to choose from, such as the Financial Times. They should bring those back.

very nice spa. you can actually feel the energy., the smell plays with your senses., soothing you instantly., The amenities are amazing. Tranquil escape from the outside world. The staff are friendly. and the massage therapist, Lazaro is second to none. strong yet very soothing and intuitive. I had him two weeks in a row. Simply amazing.

The minute I walked into this place, I felt so much tranquility and positive energy. Staff were incredibly attentive and polite. I arrived 45 minutes before my massage appointment (80 minute Doral Massage, which is basically the Swedish massage) in order to get acquainted with their lovely amenities.
They have a delicious warm Jacuzzi, steam bath, hot sauna and showers to wash up in after (Which I had all to myself! Of course, on a Tuesday afternoon, everyone is busy at work so I took the opportunity to book myself a spa day)!
Their shampoo, condition and body lotion smelled fantastic!!! They also provide you with delicious complimentary beverages such as a fruit punch and organic chamomile teas (served hot or cold). Throughout this whole experience, they had lit candles almost everywhere with the most pleasant aromas and enjoyable and relaxing music. Theres nothing better than aroma therapy.
My 80 minute massage went so incredibly well. I had Marilyn attend me and she was truly fantastic. I definitely recommend her. I dozed off a few times and felt it went by so fast because of how relaxed I was: True definition of tranquility. Very sweet lady and her hands were so soft so it felt great!
Definitely recommend this place. It was worth every penny.

I booked an 80-​min massage and was looking forward to it, as my back had been giving me a lot of pain. I told the gentleman massaging me that my back was a mess, thinking that would be a hint where to focus. Apparently not. He spent maybe 5 minutes on my back, poorly. I don’t think he even touched my lower back. He then proceeded to move quickly to my legs. At this point I assumed he must have thought it was a 50 minute massage (and I was fine with that, as it was probably the worst massage I’ve ever gotten). He must have realized at some point he messed up and filled in the last 30 minutes massaging my feet. If I wanted a foot massage I would have gotten a pedicure, not a $ 216 massage. Definitely will be my last trip here. The only reason I’m giving it 2-​stars is for the hot tub that was more enjoyable then the massage.

I was rushing to get to the place since I got lost in between the streets of Doral. I brought my mom for our usual massage day and the ladies were kindly waiting for us. We were their last appointment and they took the time to provide us with excellent service! I even fell asleep. The spa is beautiful and very luxurious. We had access to the sauna, outdoor/​patio area and fitness center. They provided with all beauty supplies. I would definitely come back!

My bosses gave me a Livingsocial gift certificate and I loved my experience ! I had a relaxing Swedish massage, Carol was her name. Definitely going back !! Beautiful location and very pleasant staff. Would like to go back and treat my daughter.

Excellent massage and Turkish Salt Scrub. Also enjoyed the other spa amenities. The staff is eager to please and very courteous. Great prices during Miami Spa Month!

My mom took me here to celebrate our birthdays together. It was a great day!
It’s the first real stay overnight spa I’ve ever been to. We didn’t actually stay over but it sets the mood for the place when it feels like one big hotel and relaxation fest. With everyone walking around in the same robes and slippers you kind of feel like you’re in an insane asylum, or at the very least — rehab!
But that’s part of the appeal of being so relaxed and taken care of. We arrived just before 11 and each had 50 minute massages and the relaxed in the hot tub (cold plunge avail too but not for me), sensory shower with more jets than I could handle, steam room and sauna. Very nice, beautiful and zen-​like.
Then we headed for our included lunch and were told we could eat at the Pritikin-​diet approved spa restaurant for healthy, no salt fare or go outside to the pool for food. I said SEE YA and headed for the pool where my heavily-​salted cheeseburger and fries awaited.
After some time in the sun and a few minutes under the hot (cold option too) waterfall beating on my shoulders, i headed off for my facial where I promptly fell asleep. The mark of true relaxation.
The one down side is we were planning to take a yoga/​relaxation class to end our day but the classes were held in another building where we’d have to take a tram. Not going to happen. Oh well.
Great day at the spa — thanks mom!

This is the worst spa I’ve ever tried! Don’t ever bother coming here or laying down your money. Where do I start?
My chatty Cuban nail lady ran 25 minutes behind yapping it up. I’m paying $ 70 eff’ing dollars for a hot stone 40 minute pedicure. Her name is Ana & she is so not worth your money. At all!!!
The spa had no hot tub, sauna, steam room & a major leak of water coming from the roof. I was told the water stuff was being worked on since November ’09 & it’s Feb 9^th, 2010. I had a salt scrub with a man who was nice, but breathed heavy in a sun light opened window room that overlooked the golf area. Too bright! I was not thrilled to death with this place being smacked in the middle of a diet spa (Pritikin). What kind of spa mixes w a high priced fat farm? Overall this place needs much improvement! I was rushed on my pedi & forced to give a 20% tip. Wrong, just wrong!!! I will say my overpriced pedi was refunded. The front desk girl with the long black straight hair was no help at all. Had to track down the fill in manager for help.

ok so this spa might have been great in the 90s, but now not so much.
the actual spa is huge, you can get lost trying to find your locker. the waiting area is nice but you kind of feel like you are in a factory, there are not enough seats for everyone waiting if its a busy day, and the therapists come in and yell your name, not very peaceful to get in massage mode.
the actual treatments are good. last time i was there i got a male masseuse, they didnt even ask if i minded that (which i dont at all, but usually spas ask if thats ok)
the steam room, sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge are a little cramped for the size of the spa.
the shower area definitely needs a revamp. and they should be a little better about cleaning up and picking up used towels etc.
the outdoor pool area is nice, nothing extraordinary though. the waterfall is my favorite part — feels great to just sit under there.
their prices cant be beat, especially during miami spa month where you get 2 treatments (aroma massage and pedicure) for 99 and you still get full use of all facilities.
overall nothing special, but you get what you pay for.

This is probably the largest spa I have ever been to. The size of this place didn’t really hit me until I went to the lounge area to wait for my appointment. It was standing room only! Yet, I had been in the locker area, steam and suana rooms and didn’t really notice THAT many people around. So right off the bat, I realized that this is a good place for a large group of girls who want to have a spa day — like my friend who did this instead of having a bachelorette party.
Later I realized that this spa is about to undergo a renovation. That could explain why I felt there was a minimum amount of pampering in light of the price of their services. The atmosphere was not luxurious. Practical furniture, no snacks, few toiletries in bathroom area. There wasn’t enough separation between the locker area and the waiting room. At every spa I’ve ever been to, there’s always a private dressing area for those who are modest like m. The jacuzzi in between the sauna and steam room was not very warm.
Part of the spa day experience is relaxing in the tranquil environment and enjoying the serenity of being pampered — is it not? Well, here there were not enough places to sit and relax. You had to walk a considerable distance to the outside pool in your robe and spa sandals.
The spa menu was VERY limited so that explains why it only costs $ 15 to add a spa lunch to your service. The pool bar was incredibly slow owing to the fact that the bartender had to wait on the sun-​baskers at the pool and make the drinks.
The services themselves were excellent. I had a waxing and a massage. Both ladies were very professional and good. The lady who booked my appointment was also very competent and professional. My main complaint about my arrival related to parking. Parking was a complete disaster. There was no valet and my only option left at 10 a.m. was parking a distance from the spa.
After our day at the spa, my friends and I learned that the spa will be renovated soon and as a result they are offering discounts and special offers. The three stars are for the quality of service I received and for how I felt afterwards. Even with everything that I found lacking, I had a very relaxing day. But for luxurious pampering I’ll stick to splurging for The Spa at the Mandarin.

I think 3 stars is a stretch considering the rude service I received at check-​in… completely unorganized and charging me for things I wasn’t even booked for the last time I was there.
But being a loyal to the Doral Spa, having been at least 3 times a year for the past 4 years — I have noticed the decline of service and disappointed the masseuses I favor are never working there by the time I come back.
However, they are all very talented I must say. The last time I received a facial, I wasn’t impressed at all with the level of service — I would’ve given myself a better facial. Book a massage, not a facial. Also, the manicure and pedicure I received was the worst I’ve ever paid for — the nail tech left nail polish on my skin and cuticles, that was the first and last time I booked a nail appt.
The ladies lounge is great for relaxation and the sun deck is very private. Love the pool and the gym as well.
Overall, I’d come back if I get an email special, it’s a nice facility although a bit outdated by comparison… recently I’ve been scouting out other spa’s.

I have to say I was not impressed by the Doral Spa. I’ve read that they are one of the top 10 spas in the country, but perhaps that was based on spa size, not quality.
The spa is located in a huge stand-​alone building a few minutes’ walk from the hotel lobby. The décor is nice but old fashioned — designed in the 80’s and never updated. Lots of leafy plants, curving staircases, coral walls, etc. There are 52 treatment rooms, but the massage and facial rooms we were in were tiny.
In both the men’s and ladies’ locker rooms, there are the following facilities: TV room (tiny), jacuzzi, cold plunge pool, sauna, steamroom and sundeck. These are not co-​ed. It would have been nice to be able to meet up with my fiancé after our treatments to go in the jacuzzi or relaxation room together.
The spa pool was closed for the day, so we went over to the main hotel pool, where we were surrounded by kids running, yelling and splashing.
As for the treatments themselves, we had mixed results. My fiancée loved her facial, except for the surprise ending, when they painted a thick layer of hot pink lip gloss on her lips! My masseuse talked loud, breathed heavy, and rubbed me like she was waxing a car… I actually got up and left after 20 minutes.
I don’t really think there’s anything wrong with this spa, it’s just a little old fashioned. For me, the atmosphere is a big part of the experience, and I prefer something more modern and carefully thought out.