It's the dog days of summer in Montreal — the air is muggy, the weather's hot, the streets are strewn with reeking litter from festival season, and New Year's resolutions are long forgotten but still with a whole lotta year and stress ahead — is there a better time to escape with a little rest and relaxation?
With things like rising rent and overpriced groceries, a trip overseas to a calming Nordic spa may be out of your budget. But have no fear!
There are plenty of affordable spas in and around Montreal that will have you relaxing, unwinding, and feeling like you're floating in a lagoon on the other side of the world. Read on to discover all the nearby spas that will let you turn your dream vacation into a dreamy staycation.
Spa Bolton
Price: $52 to $62
Address: 883, rte. Missisquoi, Bolton-Est, QC
Why You Need To Go: Nestled away in the heart of the Eastern Townships at the foot of the Missisquoi Falls, Spa Bolton offers a full thermal experience in a beautiful natural setting.
Visitors enjoy access to the waterfall, the Missisquoi River, Nordic baths, and Finnish saunas year round. And fun fact — the spa was founded by Claude Provost Jr., the son of Montreal Canadien legend and nine time Stanley Cup champion, Claude Provost, and dedicated to his late father's memory. So if you're still reeling from the Habs disappointing playoff run, Spa Bolton is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and look forward to the upcoming hockey season.
Bota Bota
Price: $60 to $95
Address: Corner of rue McGill and rue de la Commune Ouest, Montreal, QC
Why You Need To Go: Escape the hustle and bustle of city life without ever leaving the city by visiting Montreal's famed Bota Bota spa.
Located on a boat moored at the Old Port, Bota Bota is a spa experience like no other. Partake in the spa's relaxing and invigorating water circuit, complete with saunas, steam baths, and a cold plunge, all while taking in stunning views of the Montreal skyline, the Saint Lawrence River, and the Jacques Cartier bridge.
Spa Nordic Station
Price: $64
Address: 285, ch. des Pères, Magog, QC
Why You Need To Go: Tucked away in a forest outside of Magog, surrounded by trees and the Castle Brook River, you'll find the charming Spa Nordic Station.
For only $64 (before taxes), you can enjoy unlimited access to everything the spa has to offer, including Californian hot baths, Finnish saunas, Nordic waterfalls, a eucalyptus steam crypt, a Russian banya, cold plunges, relaxation rooms, outdoor terrasses, and the tranquil river. But it's the breathtaking natural scenery that makes the experience priceless.
Spa Nordic Station WebsiteSpa Carré Saint-Louis
Price: $45 to $75
Address: 3470, rue Saint-Denis, Montreal, QC
Why You Need To Go: Spa Carré Saint-Louis is one part Scandinavian spa, one part Indian-inspired hospitality and wellness centre, and all parts an unforgettable experience in relaxation.
Founded in 2023, the spa is already becoming a favourite amongst locals and tourists alike. Conveniently situated across from Sherbrooke Metro station in Montreal's vibrant Plateau neighbourhood, Spa Carré Saint-Louis features a beautiful mosaic-lined hammam, a sauna, a hot bath, and a relaxation room.
Don't miss the spa's rooftop terrasse with stunning views of the Plateau's Saint Louis Square that allow you to become one with nature without leaving Montreal's urban core.
Spa Le Finlandais
Price: $54 to $128
Address: 124, boul. Labelle, Rosemère, QC
Why You Need To Go: A mere 45-minute drive outside of Montreal is all it takes to feel as if you're unwinding and relaxing across the world.
On the banks of Laval's Mille Îles River, Spa Le Finlandais boosts a unique multicultural thermotherapy experience that takes inspiration from spas, saunas, baths, and relaxation rooms from countries around the globe. With an Indonesian infinity pool, a Russian sauna, and a Moroccan lounge to name just a few, at Spa le Finlandais, you could be anywhere in the world, but mostly, you'll be at peace.
Förena Cité Thermale
Price: $95
Address: 250, Rang des Vingt-Cing E., Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, QC
Why You Need To Go: Hidden away amongst the trees and the woods at the foot of Mont-Saint-Bruno, Förena Cité Thermale invites you to discover the Förena experience — a full thermal cycle inspired by the thermotherapy rituals of Iceland, Germany, and Russia. With benefits for both the mind and the body, there's no better way to soothe achy muscles after a hike up Mont-Saint-Bruno than with a trip to Förena and an experience like no other.
SKYSPA Quartier DIX30
Price: $45 to $55
Address: 6000, boul. de Rome, fourth floor, Entrance 2, Brossard, QC
Why You Need To Go: SKYSPA isn't just a clever name, it's quite literally a spa in the sky, situated on a rooftop in Brossard with spectacular views of Montreal and the surrounding region. The open-air urban spa is decorated with tropical plants and palm trees, so you can imagine you're at a faraway island resort while soaking in its rooftop California baths and staring out at the city below.
If that's not enough to entice you, SKYSPA also features Finnish saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools, a plunge pool, and relaxation areas all to transport you not just high above the city, but to a peaceful state of mind.
La Source Bains Nordiques
Price: $42 to $100
Address: 4200, rue Forest Hill, Rawdon, QC
Why You Need To Go: Just an hour's drive from Montreal, La Source Bains Nordiques is a natural oasis, built directly into the mountainside at the beginning of Quebec's fabled Laurentian Mountains.
Spa-goers can enjoy a rejuvenating Nordic treatment, alternating between hot and cold thermal experiences. The hot includes steam baths, a dry sauna, a thermal waterfall, and outdoor hot tubs, while the cold features Nordic baths, a Nordic waterfall, and even snow (weather permitting, and hopefully, a long way away). With gorgeous panoramic mountain views, a natural pond, and a relaxation grotto, what more could you ask for?
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