There is no shortage of spas near Montreal, but the ones below have all recently transformed into winter wonderlands that are perfect for a snowy getaway. Even better, all of these spas are just an hour or less from Montreal... Some are even accessible by public transit! Take a look below. Visit MTLBlog for more headlines. Now that the snow has fallen, one of my absolute favourite things to do is to visit a spa near Montreal. It's a great excuse to get out of the city and spend some time in the great, wintery outdoors without having to drop cash on a hotel or massage to actually feel pampered. However, keep in mind that a bunch of these places do offer massages and a couple do even have hotels attached if you're really looking to disconnect for a weekend. For me, though, a couple hours doing a thermal circuit and I am ready to go home and sleep like a baby. There is nothing like curing the sweltering heat of a sauna by plunging into a freezing cold pool of water, and the best part is lounging in a nice hot tub to relax... until you do it all over again. Dunking in a freezing river, like at Polar Bear's Club, is something that really gives me a serious reset after a hard week... and I can't wait to see how the new Forëna Thermal City turns out, because I'd love to not need a car to get there. So, yes, I guess I'm a bit of a spa junkie. Which is why I hope you enjoy this collection of winter wonderful spas only an hour from Montreal where you, too, can experience the relaxation of a hot tub while the snowfalls all around. Polar Bear's Club View this post on Instagram Relaxing at #polarbearsclub #spa #pictureperfect #relax A post shared by Laina Christine Omdahl (@lainaomdahl) on Nov 20, 2019 at 7:09am PST View this post on Instagram Journée de spa et massage ❤ #polarbearclub #spa #massage #detente #hiver A post shared by Anne Bérubé (@annebrub) on Nov 16, 2019 at 6:59pm PST Why: River access makes this spa a real test of your grit, and also provides an unparalleled thermal circuit that you don't get at most spas. Where: Piedmont, Laurentians Distance from Montreal: 1 hr drive from Montreal Find out more here. Spa Le Finlandais View this post on Instagram Moment parfait ✨ #spa #spafinlandais #spalefinlandais #moment #parfait #perfect #wine #sunset #nature A post shared by Spa & Hôtel Le Finlandais (@spalefinlandais) on Apr 15, 2019 at 5:10pm PDT View this post on Instagram Les Bulles d’Helsinki Les avez-vous déjà essayées? 🙋♂️🙋♀️ #spafinlandais #spalefinlandais #spaday #detente #rosemere #experience #relaxation #bassins #thermotherapie #journeeauspa A post shared by Spa & Hôtel Le Finlandais (@spalefinlandais) on Nov 30, 2018 at 1:10pm PST Why: This spa is super accessible from the city, whether you have a car or not, and the lighting at night makes you feel like you're in another world. Where: Rosemère, Laurentians Distance from Montreal: 30 min drive, ~1 hr 20 mins by public transit Find out more here. Spa Ofuro View this post on Instagram Spa day #ofurospa #zen #relax #perfectday #withmygirl #spaday #ambiance #morinheights #laurentides #quebec A post shared by Clara and Cie (@claraolivia22) on Jun 1, 2019 at 10:37am PDT View this post on Instagram My favorite winter sport; going at the spa🧖🏼♀️👙#ofurospa #treatyoself #wintertime #enjoyingwinter A post shared by Jolliane LeBlanc (@jollianeleblanc) on Feb 17, 2019 at 12:10pm PST Why: Spa Ofuro is all about finding zen, surrounded by nature. You can stay overnight and get a massage, plus they run yoga every Tuesday and Thursday. Where: Morin-Heights, Laurentians Distance from Montreal: 1 hr 15 min drive Find out more here. READ ALSO: This Million-Light Village 2 Hrs From Montreal Will Transport You To The North Pole BALNEA réserve thermale View this post on Instagram Le havre! Derrière ses murs de pierre se trouvent différentes salles de massage, simple ou en couple. Été comme hiver, sous la pluie ou tout enneigé, on y sert du thé chaud, puis en son coeur, crépite toujours un feu de foyer réconfortant. A post shared by BALNEA réserve thermale (@balneaspa) on Jan 30, 2019 at 4:55am PST View this post on Instagram Notre chute emblématique offre un contact énergisant avec l’eau glacée; elle tonifie le corps et active le système nerveux pour améliorer la circulation sanguine. Ces quelques secondes d’audace permettent d’emmagasiner des tonnes de vitalité et offrent des bienfaits remarquables pour la santé! Et vous? Aimez-vous vous immerger dans l’eau glacée à la sortie d’un sauna? A post shared by BALNEA réserve thermale (@balneaspa) on Jan 4, 2019 at 5:22am PST Why: Featured in our cover image, this spa not only has a thermal experience, they also host a calendar of activities like yoga by the lake and nature runs. Where: Bromont, Eastern Townships Distance from Montreal: 1 hr drive Find out more here. Noah Spa de Venise-en-Québec View this post on Instagram À quoi sert la lumière du soleil si on a les yeux fermés. ✨ A post shared by Noah Spa (@noah.spa) on Sep 25, 2019 at 11:26am PDT View this post on Instagram Quels sont vos plans pour le week-end? #noahspa #winter #spa #snow A post shared by Noah Spa (@noah.spa) on Jan 18, 2019 at 4:57am PST Why: As beautiful inside as it is outside, Noah Spa de Venise-en-Québec is one of three beautiful Noah Spas in Quebec that will let you stay the night and treat yourself to an array of beauty and spa services. Where: Venise-en-Québec, Montérégie Distance from Montreal: 50 min drive Find out more here. Auberge et Spa Beaux Rêves View this post on Instagram Day off well spent #ski #spa #winter #snowstorm A post shared by Alycia Leduc (@alyyciaa) on Nov 16, 2018 at 1:42pm PST View this post on Instagram Spa Day in the Laurentians #spaday #dayofff #muchneededrelaxationtime #montreal #timewithhusband #love A post shared by Farzana (@mickeyfar80) on Mar 10, 2017 at 9:24am PST Why: This Nordic-style spa has a terrasse, restaurant, baths and massage services. Stay the night or get a day pass and take in the Finnish sauna, barrel sauna, eucalyptus steam room, and more. Where: Sainte-Adèle, Laurentians Distance from Montreal: 1 hr drive Find out more here. Forëna Cité thermale Förena Cité Thermale | Facebook Förena Cité Thermale | Facebook *These photos are just renderings as Forëna is still under construction. Why: This urban Nordic spa will be opening its doors for the first time on December 20, 2019, so you can be one of the first to experience the city spa when it opens. Where: Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Montérégie Distance from Montreal: 25 min drive, ~1 hr 15 min by public transit Find out more here.
