The Hawaii Spa Scene

Hawaii has some of the world's best spas, with year-round balmy weather, lavish facilities, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor massage. Each island has its own distinct personality, and what you're looking for will determine where you'll go. This list of Hawaii spas, with a description by island, should help you find the experience you're looking for.

It includes hotel and resort spas, where you can sample as little or as much of the spa experience as you want. Many resort spas welcome clients on a day spa basis.

Hawaii spas are particularly known for an indigenous treatment called lomi-lomi, which has deep roots in Hawaiian culture. If you're only going to try one treatment, this should be it.

Best Spas In Oahu, Hawaii Oahu's spas tend to be concentrated on the crowded beach of Wakiki, in Honolulu.

SpaHalekulani, Halekulani, Honolulu

Spa Suites at Kahala Mandarin Oriental, Honolulu

Na Ho'ola Spa Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa, Honolulu. This two-story, 10,000 square foot spa has 16 treatment rooms, and a relaxation area with ocean views. 808-923-1234

Best Spas In Big Island

Hualalai Sports Club and Spa, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Ka’upulehu-Kona, Kailua-Kona. 808-325-8000. Mauna Lani Spa, Mauna Lani Resort at Kalahuipuaa Kohala Coast, 808-881-7922. Spa Without Walls The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, Kohala Coast. 808-885-2000

Best Spas in Maui, Hawaii

Spa Grande at Grand Wailea Resort, Maui

The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, Wailea, Maui

Spa Moana, Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Lahaina

Spa Kea Lani at The Fairmont Kea Lani Maui, Wailea, Maui