How to Spend a Wellness Getaway at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort

At LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, wellness is woven throughout your experience—from the moment you set foot in the lobby to the moment you check out.

The 4,500-square-foot SpaTerre is the heart of the resort’s wellness offerings, providing treatments, relaxation rituals, and quiet spaces that encourage rest and reflection. Pair those services with time outdoors, nourishing meals, and moments on the white sand beach, and a stay at LaPlaya becomes a natural reset for both body and mind.

Here’s a suggested three-day itinerary showing how you can incorporate wellness into your time at the resort.

Day One: Arrival and Restoration

Arrive at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort and settle into your oceanfront room or suite before heading down to check out the beach. Even a short walk along the shoreline offers a chance to transition into the slower cadence of the Gulf. Early afternoon light reflects off the water while seabirds circle overhead, creating a calm setting after travel.

Later in the day, visit SpaTerre, the resort’s beachfront spa. Begin with the Noble Customized Swedish Massage, often recommended as an introduction to spa treatments for first-time guests, providing immediate relief from travel-related tension. If you’re looking for an extra element of privacy, you can even book an in-room massage for an additional fee.

When you head to the spa, take full advantage of all the spa’s wellness offerings— before or after your treatment. The Japanese ritual bath uses warm water, essential oils, and floral elements to encourage deep relaxation. Notably, the property’s infrared sauna is a private room, so it can be used as a special experience for couples, serving as their private sanctuary before or after their service.

As evening approaches, make your way to BALEEN Naples, the resort’s signature beachfront restaurant. The menu focuses on coastal cuisine with ingredients sourced locally from land and sea. The signature blackened Gulf grouper is a must-try, topped with a delicious king crab & charred corn, truffle risotto cake. Plus, you’ll find that the outdoor patio at BALEEN is one of the most beautiful places on the property to catch a famous Gulf sunset!

Day Two: Movement and Coastal Wellness

Begin the morning with beachfront yoga on the Gulf lawn (available every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday—no reservation required). Practicing with a view of the water adds a calming element to the session, helping to awaken the body while clearing the mind for the day ahead. Mats, water, and fresh juices are provided.

After class, take a beach walk while the morning light still reflects across the sand. Many guests bring a coffee along or simply enjoy the quiet sounds of the shoreline as dolphins occasionally appear offshore.

Late morning is an ideal time to return to SpaTerre for additional treatments. A tropical essence body scrub helps exfoliate the skin and support after-sun care, while a seaweed wrap promotes circulation and hydration.

Spend the afternoon enjoying the resort’s outdoor setting. Relax beside one of the pools (you can even rent a cabana!), read along the beach, or take a swim in the Gulf waters. Even simple moments outdoors contribute to the overall sense of restoration that defines the property.

For your last evening here, especially if you’re celebrating a special occasion, consider booking a “toes-in-the-sand” private dining experience featuring rose petals, candles, tiki torches, and lanterns. Advance reservations are required, but they are well worth it.

Day Three: Reflection and Renewal

On the final morning, begin with a quiet moment along the shoreline. Many guests choose to journal, meditate, or simply sit and listen to the waves as the day begins. A light workout in the resort’s fitness center or a functional fitness class offers one final opportunity for movement before departure.

Before leaving, consider a closing spa treatment such as aromatherapy or a relaxing facial. It’s a peaceful way to transition out of the stay while maintaining the sense of balance developed over the previous days.

By the time guests depart LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, the experience leaves a lasting sense of clarity and restoration. With the Gulf always within sight and wellness woven throughout the stay, it’s a destination where visitors truly experience Paradise in Every Sense.