Golf Spas - Doral Golf Resort and Spa
Dateline: 04/04/98
photos courtesy of Doral Golf Resort and Spa
Surrounded by green fairways and shimmering water, Doral Golf Resort and Spa is a 650 acre oasis of luxury in the South Florida sun. It is located seven miles west of the Miami International Airport. Doral's location adds to its convenience. It is minutes from the excitement of Miami's South Beach, and only 20 miles from downtown.
The recently renovated guest rooms and suites are situated in intimate lodges near the main clubhouse. Each of Doral's 694 luxurious rooms and suites reflect the relaxed traditions of South Florida's open and airy style. Enjoy elegantly appointed bathrooms, private balconies, terraces and golf views.
The nationally-acclaimed chefs at Doral apply their culinary artistry at a variety of restaurants and lounges.
The Doral's golf facilities include the famous "Blue Monster Course" (architect Dick Wilson), home to the Doral-Ryder Open, considered on of the most challenging courses in America, along with three other championship courses (architect Robert Von Hagge)and a par-three nine hole course. There is also a lighted driving range, three putting greens, a complete pro shop and boutique, rental equipment, etc. The Doral also offers one of the finest golf instruction programs in the country at the Doral Golf Learning Center with Jim McLean: the 1994 PGA Instructor of the year.
The Doral's web site is multimedia-enhanced with video segments, audio narratives, and virtual reality tours. It provides audio narratives of all the golf courses and virtual reality tours of the blue monster and gold courses.
Home to the Doral-Ryder Open, golfers will find no more challenging or spectacular golf course anywhere than the famous Blue Monster, which has recently been restored by golf great Raymond Floyd to the challenging level of the original Dick Wilson and Robert von Hagge design. At 7,125 yards from the tournament tees, and with an abundance of formidable bunkers, length and finesse are needed to score here.
Recently restored through the vision of golf great Raymond Floyd, the Gold Course offers scenic beauty blended with a healthy measure of challenge. Water is in play on every hole, especially on the par 4, 18th hole where an island green provides a spectacular finish to any round.
The Red Course presents many challenges for the accomplished golfer with water in play on 12 holes. This course is often the site of corporate tournaments due to its promise of a fair test of golf at any level of play. Unique to the Red Course are two island greens at the par 3 6th and 14th holes.
The par-72 White Course features clusters of bunkers and has water in play on 11 holes. Designed by the von Hagge Group, both nines finish with a heroic shot over water to a tightly bunkered double green. A course loved by all.
The Green Course, a nine hole par three course, offers a welcome respite from the challenges of the four championship courses. With holes from 97 to 159 yards, the Green Course is a great place to work on the short irons and putting game. It is also the perfect place to bring the junior or novice golfer for a beautiful and unintimidating round of golf.
The Doral Golf Learning Center with PGA Teacher of the Year Jim McLean and the Master Instructional staff offers personalized instruction year-round to help golfers of all skill levels improve their technique and strategy and lower their scores. Improvement is accelerated through the use of the Super Station, a high-tech, multi-camera hitting bay that allows instant on-screen swing analysis.
Warm up for the round of your life at Doral's excellent driving range. This practice facility is close to the Blue Monster and faces the Doral Golf Learning Center.
After a challenging round of golf, treat yourself to a little pampering at the Spa at Doral. The 148,000 square foot, 48 suite Spa at Doral is a self-contained resort within the Doral Golf Resort and Spa - a classic Italian spa where tropical foliage gives way to meditative Mediterranean gardens.Whether the emphasis is on fitness, renewal, weight loss, lifestyle management, or the timeless benefits of the ultimate in relaxation, the joy of living is expressed in a hundred ways every day at The Spa at Doral. of the famed Doral Golf Resort and Spa.
The Spa at Doral's forty-eight exclusive guest suites with private dressing areas, marble bathrooms, Jacuzzis, wet bars, entertainment systems, and glorious views of the formal gardens and legendary golf courses provide unequaled comfort and luxury.
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There are over 20 different aerobic, stretching and strengthening exercises, jogging on the indoor running track, swimming, golf, tennis, rowing, cycling, etc. The Spa offers a wide range of fitness, nutrition, stress relief and beauty programs for men and women, its own gourmet restaurant and indoor and outdoor pools. The fitness room features state-of-the-art weight and cardiovascular training equipment. There are 44 treatment rooms, hydrotherapy, Jacuzzis, hot and cold plunge pools, Swiss Showers, cascading waterfalls for hydromassage, massages, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpools and full beauty salon.
The Spa's services and products are premised on the integration of mind and body, the concept that physical and spiritual health are intricately connected. Among the more than 40 treatments and classes offered are: massage therapy, facial skin care, body treatments, therapeutic hydro-treatments, fitness services, nutrition and cuisine, and aromatherapy.
The Spa at Doral's world class Salon for men and women offers a full range of hair, scalp, pedicure, and manicure services. Spa professionals provide expert hair cutting, coloring, deep conditioning, French manicure, paraffin treatments, makeup, and waxing.
A variety of spa plans are available, from invigorating single day packages to week long programs tailored to fit specific needs and goals. All of the plans feature a revitalizing combination of skin care, body treatments, fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being. Golf /Spa packages and Spa-Only packages are available.
With more than 25 daily classes to choose from, state-of-the-art weight training, cardiovascular equipment, and a 3-to-1 guest to staff ratio, The Spa's fitness program will surpass your expectations. Get fit and stay fit with services ranging from a personal fitness assessment to the development of a take-home fitness plan. Activities include stretching and strengthening, dance, yoga, swimming and rowing, fishing, biking, walking and running on the jogging trails, basketball and volleyball, golf, and tennis at the Arthur Ashe Tennis Center
For aquatic exercise, guests will enjoy the lap pool and the refreshing aerobic indoor pool at the Spa.
Situated above a waterfall and lagoon, the main resort pool and hot tub are the perfect place to catch the South Florida sun.
For momentos of a wonderful resort stay, look no further than the Pro Shop and Spa Boutique.
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Doral Golf Resort and Spa
4400 N.W. 87th Avenue
Miami, FL 33178
Phone: 305-592-2000 Fax: 305-594-4682
Reservations: 800-71 DORAL
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