Best Spas in Virginia Gardens

"1 Hotel South Beach is an eco-chic hotel boasting one of the most scenic poolscapes in Miami, as well as a rooftop pool. Spacious guest rooms, elegant décor, a spa, boot camp-style gym and multiple dining venues add to the appeal."

"Just so you know, 1 Hotel South Beach will undergo summer updates to spruce things up across select areas of the property beginning Friday June 16, 2017 through Sunday Jul..."

"The cozy restaurant with a Mediterranean flair demonstrates the carefully thought-out tasting menus of chef Gregory Pugin. Working in the tradition of French cuisine, Pugin rethinks classic dishes from cakes to terrines, modernly processing fresh seasonal ingredients."

"In the most opulent neighborhood of one of the showiest cities in the world, the Biltmore is the greatest of the grand hotels of the American Jazz Age. If this joint were a fictional character from a novel, it’d..."

"After all, it is the only hotel in Miami designated as a National Historic Landmark. (Psst: It’s also one of the most desired spots for wedding shoots.). 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables; biltmorehotel.com"

"If you need any form of restoration – from skincare to mindfulness – The Standard has the cure for what ails you, promising soothing Hamam baths, Finnish Saunas and group baths. Its spa services marry traditional treatments with holistic ones; choose from facials and massages to astrology and health coaching. The main pool, the heart of the outdoor hydrotherapy playground, boasts an arctic plunge pool and waterfall hot tub."

"The Mandarin Oriental is situated on a distinctive island, an enclave off the mainland financial district of Miami. This famous five-star property is a real destination resort with a high-end Peruvian restaurant and a world-class spa. It Offers stunning views of the Biscayne Bay, while its outdoor dining venue and lobby bar gratify a buzzing after-work multitude."

"Sophisticated rooms come with balconies, iPhone docks, free WiFi, and flat screen TVs. Upgraded suites also feature bars, kitchenettes, private chefs, and standalone bathtubs. Meanwhile, you won’t have to go far to find delicious food since there are two on-site restaurants, one offering Peruvian cuisine and one offering modern American fare."

"Martha Stewart stamps this as "the most beautiful spa in America," so if you're gonna book a treatment at Lapis Spa, then you might as well go big and reserve the Bleau private spa suite. There are two treatment beds, a jetted tub and a private bathroom and shower that accompany your oceanside view. Oh, and once you're done with your Aroma Detox therapy, you can bequest a personal bath butler to cater to your bubbling needs."

"Lapis Spa at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach Photo: Courtesy Fontainebleau Miami Beach. As one of Miami Beach’s most extensive facilities, Lapis Spa at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach is where you go to while away the day. There are 30 treatment rooms, including two oceanfront couple’s massage suites (with a shower and soaking tub for two) and two spa suites (each with a Vichy shower, tub, shower, and relaxation area)."

"Home to the Miss Universe contestants while they prepped for the pageant, the Trump National Doral spa boasts 33 treatment rooms and over 100 signature services for girls, guys and pairs. Day packages start at $175, which gives you a facial and massage, access to Trump's fitness center, pools, hydrotherapies, and lunch or dinner at one of the resort's restaurants."

"For nearly half a century, Doral Golf Resort & Spa has been synonymous with classic style, casual elegance and superlative golf. Each of the five golf courses offers a memorable experience made possible by some of golf’s greatest course designers. Clubhouse and Golf Shop"

"The scene: Serving feel-good American classics with strong Southern influences, Whisk is one of South Miami’s hidden gems. The restaurant’s specials change every day to take full advantage of fresh, seasonal produce and local ingredients, so there’s always plenty of new and tasty things to try. While the lunch and dinner offerings are outstanding, especially the salads which are good enough to convert even the most stubborn veggie haters, the brunch menu is really where it’s at."

"If you are in Miami and want to catch a baseball game, head over to the brand new loanDepot park in Little Havana. Home to MLB’s Miami Marlins, this relatively small and new park features a retractable roof and one of the most modern designs in all of Major League Baseball. The park can hold over 36,000 fans, has great views of downtown Miami, and even has massive fish tanks along the backstop that remind you exactly what city you are in."

"Katsuya resides within the SLS Hotel South Beach and has quickly become the absolute best place to visit for unique custom-made sushi rolls in all of South Florida. Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi has spent years perfecting the delicate art of sushi and has carefully crafted several special rolls to fit American palates. Signature dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Kanpachi Tataki, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso-Marinated Black Cod."

"There’s no happier place than a doughnut shop and Happy Place calls it like it is. From the team behind the famous Sugar Factory, Happy Place is South Beach’s answer for everything hot, fluffy and sweet. The Espanola Way location is a massive 4,000-square-foot doughnut wonderland with finger-licking flavors inspired by Italian street food."

"This Gainesville import made a name for itself by serving up inventive rolls like the Cobra Kai filled with red onion, tomato, imitation crab, tempura flakes, lemon, Loch Duart salmon, garlic-shiso pesto, and aged balsamic or the Black Dragon made with soft shell tempura, mascarpone, cucumber, scallion, topped with avocado, smoked eel, eel sauce, spicy mayo. Its daily happy hour is also a can’t miss, make this restaurant a go-to spot for many."

"Doraku Sushi, a sushi bar in Flamingo Lummus, is another go-to, with four stars out of 920 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1104 Lincoln Road to see for yourself. Doraku set out to reinvent the Japanese restaurant by capturing the flavors of Latin Cuisine while staying true to Japanese sushi traditions."

"Doraku offers a menu that has something for everyone whether they enjoy sushi or not. A well-rounded menu also provides wide selection for those … […]"