Spa at Mirror Lake Inn in NY an Upscale Pampering Treat

Located amidst the beauty of New York's Adirondack Mountains, the Spa at the Mirror Lake Inn Resort offers a plethora of relaxing therapies for visitors and nearby residents in search of a little rejuvenation.

Situated near the Olympic Village in Lake Placid, Mirror Lake Inn is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of America and has been continuously included in a number of "The Best of...'' lists, published by top travel magazines such as Conde Nast. Dubbed a great apris-ski spot and one of the finest spa resorts on the East Coast, Mirror Lake Inn enjoys a pristine lakeshore setting that delights visitors all year long. Life Magazine has even called Lake Placid the "best off-season ski town'', providing lots for visitors to do regardless of the time of year.

The spa at Mirror Lake Inn is one of the resort's prime attractions and the reason many individuals book a stay at this hotel. The Spa, restricted to guests age 17 and older unless accompanied by an adult, offers the latest in European-style treatments. Open daily from 8 am until 8 pm year round, the spa is one of the busiest places in the resort, prompting a need to make reservations in advance for treatments and salon services.

All services are offered in a warm, relaxing atmosphere with rooms decorated in deep mahogany woods and rich jewel-toned fabrics. Guests are provided with "sanctuaries'' in which they can relax after their treatments. These rooms include fireplaces, plush chairs, and soft music, giving guests an opportunity to relax, read a book, or just enjoy some quiet time.

The services on the menu include the use of products that are unique to the Adirondacks. Body treatments include a special "Mirror Lake Ceremony'', which features a rose oil foot bath, massage, body polish, and hydrating crime treatment. A facial and energy balance rounds out the offering. Other body treatments include skin renewal, detoxifying, and a refreshing "Hydraquench'' offering.

Massages remain the most popular item on the Spa at Mirror Lake Inn's spa menu. Many varieties are offered to guests, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, heated river stone massage, and a deep stretching Thai massage. The menu also includes massages designed specifically for expectant mothers as well as couples. Reflexology, which involves pressure points on the feet, is also offered as is Reiki.

The list of available facials is long as well. The spa offers traditional European facials for all skin types and also custom-designs other offerings for various skin concerns including acne, dry or oily skin, and aging skin. Peels and micro-dermabrasion are also offered.

A selection of salon services can also be booked at the Spa at Mirror Lake Inn. Manicures, pedicures, paraffin treatments, callus masks, and body waxing are done in a quiet, warm setting with plenty of attention to privacy. A full-service hair care area is also available, offering cuts, perms, straightening, color, and more.

Spa patrons, both men and women, can take advantage of a few additional unique services offered at Lake Placid's Mirror Lake Inn. They may sign up for a one-hour consultation with a Registered Dietitian/Certified Nutritionist, who will evaluate their lifestyle and dietary habits and make recommendations for changes to help achieve goals. A Body Fat Analysis is also available.

Spa packages, which incorporate a combination of several treatments, are available for purchase and are often enjoyed by bridal parties and other groups that visit the inn together for the purpose of enjoying the spa.