Alyeska Nordic Spa

I recently went for my 4th visit. It’s always such a relaxing experience and I always look forward to going. The only improvements could be to deep clean. It was dirtier than I have experienced in the past but maybe it was just a busy week.

Beautiful setting and facilities! No phones allowed outside the locker rooms. I suggest going early as it got busy after 1 pm. We stayed for 5 hours soaking in the different hot tubs, detoxifying in steam rooms and saunas and exfoliating in the Exfoliation cabin. We ate in the Bistro which was very good despite small menu. Finally we ended the day with an awesome Nordic couples 60 minute massage. It rained the whole day and made for a magical experience so don't let that deter you. Would definitely return maybe when it snows! Thanks Alyeska!

Substandard experience for the caliber of establishment. -They don’t plow the sidewalks and the parking lot is almost 0.5 miles away. -There’s a shuttle, but only leaves once every twenty minutes past the hour. -There’s a sign for valet, but no valet to be seen. -Don’t be surprised if all the water features aren’t open or functioning. -If you want a deep tissue massage, this isn’t the place. -Do yourself a favor and just call the reservation desk instead of trying to muddle through the online reservation platform. -The spa may feel more like a waterpark than a relaxing spa on a busy day.

Amazing day at the Alyeska Nordic Spa during our honeymoon! We had a 60-minute couples massage and it was incredible. Andie and Lynn took care of us and it was incredibly relaxing. Felt like I could go right to sleep afterwards! It was such a lovely day and we really enjoyed ourselves.

It’s easy to find, up the tram stairs, and across a board walk. We showed up at 2pm, had a 3:30 massage, and stayed past 7. Expect to stay on site for the full time. You are not allowed to leave. They have wrist bands that open lockers so bring things. We wish we brought clothes to head out after, we were staying at the hotel and walked over in swimming attire. This was a mistake as when we left we had to wear our cold wet clothes. They do not have any place to dry swim gear. They do have fantastic showers and all the amenities to take a shower and get ready after. (Hair dryers / curlers / gel / lotion) The hot, cold, relax routine was amazing! Highly recommend not being a chicken and going shoulder deep (or through the water falls) in the cold pools and holding for max healing effect. You literally paid for the experience so get it!! The massage really made the experience extra amazing but would recommend this place without a massage as well. The bistro was delicious, had fun healthy options, and all the drink choices.

The staff is amazing and very accommodating. Clean and well kept facility, inside and out. The decor and atmosphere with the hydrotherapy, gourmet food and top shelf cocktails makes for an overall excellent experience. I would recommend going.

Had the best day at the Nordic spa. Started off with a massage I would come back to Alaska for. Alex you are epic. Thank you for making my trip 🫶 Then spent the next four hours enjoying each different spa experience. Needles to say I was a puddle of a human when I left. Cheers

Visited 2nd week of May 2024. Attended the evening Spa. Was apprehensive after reading reviews of dirtiness. But I thought going in between seasons after the slopes are closed was a safe bet. I was correct. The staff was friendly. I did not see any trash. Staff was frequently enough walking the grounds cleaning windows, picking up trash, etc. I brought my own water bottle so I didn’t have to be concerned about the little paper cups. One staff member said they had new management. Another when talking about past reviews said there’s such a large group of people in peak season, they’ll turn around and someone tosses a cup. So from what I’ve seen, any complaints should be against the clientele not the staff. Thanks for a relaxing visit in the mountains.

As a local Alaskan, I really wanted to love the Nordic Spa because I found the concept awesome and I think it fills a niche as day activity that we didn't have prior to its opening. I think there are many pros to the Nordic spa, but I worry that the issues I encountered will continue to be issues and may make it no longer worth the price they charge. To start with, the massages were well worth it. The massage therapists are kind, welcoming, and very attuned to any muscle groups that might be causing issues. I thought my massage was very worth the price, especially considering it came with all day access. I quite liked the lay out and the varying amounts of privacy that the different areas of the spa offered. And the alternating cold hot therapy, even on a cold January day, was wonderful. However, I am concerned about the various issues I noted with the facilities themselves. The paint is peeling entirely off the wall in the steam house; there are multiple broken shower handles in the exfoliation hut; there is rust on many vents in many different buildings since they didn't seem built to handle the moisture; the paint on the ceiling of the locker room showers is peeling and there's rust around metal fixtures in the locker rooms. While I know wear and tear is to be expected, they are demanding quite a high price for entry to the spa and it is not old enough that I think much wear and tear would be expected. I truly hope they keep up better with the facility maintenance or the price of entry may no longer be worth it if the facilities continue to degrade.

Liked: Woodsy spa cedar aroma Bathrooms clean. Safe for your stuff Polite and engaging check in staff Water station Amole warm ,hot ,cool , frigid pools to soak or dip in Small tubs in the woods are romantic. Lots of saunas. Didn't like. The long cold walk to visit the bathroom Or get more water. Which is often. Least favorite: The presumption , being asked for..that you will tip Before actually going in and experiencing the place. Tacky and classless .

Amazing escape from the world. They have a no phone policy outside at the pools and it is so relaxing and quiet. There is so much more to explore than the large pools you initially see- there is a maze of other smaller pools and saunas. A must see!

The best deal for the Nordic Spa is Wednesday evening twilight soak from 5 til close which I think was $59pp when we were there a few weeks ago. You'll get access to the various warm and hot soaking tubs, cold plunges, sauna and steam rooms, and relaxation areas, and you can also add on massage services for an additional charge. It was busy but didn't seem overcrowded on our visit. We never did get a turn in the wooden tubs (small and popular, and they close an hour earlier than the rest of the spa), but the grounds are pretty expansive, and it wasn't hard to find room elsewhere in the rotation. They provide a lovely salt scrub for each guest, as well as towels, robes, and sandals. The tea and infused waters were nice also. Wish they had water/tea stations outside also so you don't have to walk back inside to rehydrate. I think my only real complaint about our visit was how hard it was to find the damn place. The road signs aren't very helpful, and the parking lot they direct you to is a bit of a haul uphill to the spa from there without any directions. They advise arriving 20 minutes ahead of your appointment, and maybe this is to give you the opportunity to find them. Anyway, if you park in the lower lots, you can cross the road and head to the resort. From there you can take the elevator or stairs up to the tram, and the spa is across the roundabout from there. We arrived flustered but thankfully left feeling much more relaxed.

I already know that I'll be coming back multiple times this year alone as I finally was able to try this wonderful spa out myself. I had a signature nordic massage that is 60min (no other choice) and utilized the saunas and cold/hot pools outdoors.. just wow! The massage probably could've done without the bamboo slap stick therapy, but if you like that.. then ok. There are no phones/cameras allowed in the spa areas so unfortunately couldn't take a picture of the views outside which is breathtaking when you're in the pools/saunas. I love it, it offers a full disconnect from technology. I came on a Tuesday afternoon (weekends are too busy)-- and stayed THE whole time ~ 8pm-ish. Plan ahead and free up your whole evening when you have a chance to come here to unwind, because once you leave the facilities.. you'll need to pay for re-entry. There are showers and lockers inside (very clean!). I love that they had disposable hairbrushes/combs, lotion, and quality hairdryers available to use. Towels and robes are provided.. but not for keeps! If you love being outdoors and relaxing-- i advise you to come and try them out.. You can order food, alcoholic bevs, non-alcoholic bevs for purchase inside. There is a tea/water station for free. This is such a treat and all a fantastic addition to Alaska. Thanks Alyeska! I felt rejuvenated!

What's there not to say about this amazing place. I don't care what anybody says, I've been here twice, once in November and once in December and it's pretty much heaven for me! The only thing missing for me is beautiful women walking around feeling me grapes while I soak in the hot tub and take in the views. I really enjoyed the ice cold and warm/hot pools. Although it can get cold being that it's all outdoors, that's all part of the experience and actually helped me feel relaxed. The facility itself was very clean and I really enjoyed sitting in some hot tubs under the trees in the rainforest. I wonder how many people know there's a rainforest in Alaska? Since part of the experience is leaving your phone locked up in your locker, I couldn't get any inside photos of this magical place so you gotta experience it for yourself to know!

Such a beautiful ambiance and a grand resort, nestled in the beautiful little town of Girdwood. I had the best massage of my entire life. I cried because I felt so wonderful. I had just played in a hockey tournament and my body was wrecked. This spa is pure luxury. There is a co Ed lounge and bar where you can sit in your robes and slippers and look out the big windows at all of the nature. I love it so much, I'm going back next month!

The Nordic spa is an amazing experience. It's in a gorgeous location and they have beautiful saunas, pools, and steam rooms! They are new still so working out some of the kinks but overall we love coming here!

Booked myself a massage at the new Alyeska Nordic Spa. I got a "60 minute Nordic Signature". I would have liked a longer massage but I didn't see that option on the menu. The facility is unbelievably beautiful, and the massage rooms are the most cozy & alluring ones I've ever seen. My massage therapist gave me a very good massage. However she never asked if the pressure was too weak or too strong, and so I felt at the end I wished I'd asked for more pressure to really get the kinks out of my sore body. Still it was quite nice, and I especially enjoyed the tapping sticks. I never felt those before. Access to the outdoor pools and saunas comes with any massage. (Awesome deal since pool access alone is $100+) The outside area is very scenic, especially in the winter with all the snow covered spruce surrounding. I went straight for the hottest pool and while it felt wonderful to soak in the pool with all the jacuzzi jets, I wished it had been much, much hotter! Our hot tub at home runs at 104 degrees F, and this water temperature was well below that. I also tried the sauna huts, which each have lava rock covered stoves in them, and smell of sweet cedar. Amazing. Sooo relaxing. This is the warmth I had been seeking on the cold February day I visited. I didn't try the cold plunge pools (I was too cold) but I saw other people enjoying them after emerging from the steam rooms. All in all I liked that this is adults only (18+) and it's completely private & secluded from any outside eyes. One last thing to note is re-entry is not permitted, so you'll want to make a day of this spa experience.

Maintenance is lacking, steam room literally rusting and falling apart, broken shower heads and handles, not enough space to hang robes at the hot pools, over-priced, several hot tubs out of order. Best part is your not allowed to have your phone so it's not possible to post pictures of everything that's broken, rusting, and falling apart and you don't know how bad it is until you're already there. Disappointing.

Love the spa, went for the 4th time this year! The place is crazy relaxing and is just what you need after a day on the slopes. I went today, and ran into the best waitress ever again! Olivia!!! She is the kindest, most wholesome waiter I've ever had. She remembers me, my career-field, my friends even with months in between visits. She is so knowledgeable about the cafe menu and is super diligent to attending guests. I'm always excited to return and see Olivia! You won't regret a visit to Alyeska spa, it's a great price for what you get. Best to get there early and enjoy the boardwalk and stay as long as you can :)

We had a great time. It was very relaxing and clean. It was a little crowded though.

Not worth the hype, sadly. The staff is the rudest most unprofessional group of people I've dealt with. When we arrived about 12:30pm on a Wednesday, there was 2 parties ahead of my husband and I and only 1 person at the Check in. Overhearing- the staff told the party that there was no record of their massages they booked even tho there was emailed confirmations. So that was concerning. Then after about a 10 minute wait, someone else came to help and hurried the 2nd party along. We got helped finally and the guy was not welcoming, didn't thank us for waiting, didn't say hello just said "Next!" And I told him my name and he goes "wanna pay for it on the credit card on file?" Asked if I had been there before and I said no. He quickly said, "here is your locker. All the stuff you need will be in your locker. Sign these forms." Like not welcoming at all and no customer service at all. Got to our lockers and changed and went to get a drink. Sat at the Bistro bar and ordered some drinks and a frittata to share. We got our drinks quickly. However after 20 minutes, the waitress came back once and asked for another round of drinks which again came quickly. After another 20 minutes (40 minutes total!) we were starving and went upto the waitress and asked when we could expect our food. The waitress didn't even apologize and said, "oh we are busy. You still have other orders ahead of you tho." And didn't apologize didn't explain and didn't communicate any of this. We just asked for our bill and to cancel the food at that point. The hydra therapy experience was very nice and relaxing. Kinda crowded tho even for a Wednesday. The different hot and cold areas were fun and unique and thoroughly enjoyed. The Barrel Sauna was the favorite along with the Exfoliation Cabin and the salt scrub. Tbh I probably won't be back here mainly cuz of the rude staff. The place is expensive in general but the staff put a very bad taste in my mouth that to fork up the amount of money we did I want a full relaxation experience. Even when I went to change back into my clothes the locker room attendant about ran me over and shoved my stuff out of her way because she was trying to clean another locker. Like at least say excuse me and work around me. I just felt super rushed to get dressed and get out of her way. Final interaction with staff ended poorly as well. I'm saving my money cuz there won't be a next time.

Don't waste your time or money... EPIC FAIL...Was not "HOT" Luke warm at best...and the Hot tubs were filthy....I paid 40 bucks in gas to drive there, almost 250.00 for 2 people for hydrotherapy...I told 3 different people who worked there and no one did anything...no refund, no coupon , nothing, I am local who's EPICALLY disappointed...I will not be returning to this facility nor do I recommend it...if you want a Luke warm hot tub with out the ridiculous amount of money or the wasted drive... just go to H2Oasis and save yourself and spouse the disappointment

Prices are raised and facilities are dirty. Dirty facilities during my last visit. Visible grime around the hot tubs, and dirt in the saunas. I actually contracted a bacterial skin infection which is thought to be from their hot tubs! maybe all of the maintenance happens at night, but I don't notice a single staff worker cleaning or rounding on the outdoor facilities during my 6 hour stay.

Very nice place to relax. They have all kinds of spa activities like massage, hydrotherapy, steam rooms, etc. you can book a stay and spa day or get a day pass. As you come in, they give you a locker key bracelet. In your locker you find a very nice robe, towel, scrub and flip flops. It opens from 9to9 and the one thing I didn't like is that you cannot go out and re-enter. So if you get a bit tired you either have to go to the Bistro or be done. The hot-cold pools are great. They have different temperatures to skip from one to another. And alternate between steam rooms and saunas. There is a smaller forest area with barrel-like hot tubs and barrel saunas. It is all outdoors. We came in a day in February and the weather was really great for a place like this. Snow was falling all day, steam coming out of each pool, and nice warm water to relax and enjoy. I will definitely come back.

loved our massages at the spa! zach was great! staff is very friendly and attentive. the rest of the spa was super super busy! we did go on a sunday, so definitely to be expected but just more crowded than i thought it would be. they supply you with a locker, robe, towel, and a complimentary body scrub for post spa shower. no phones!! they enforce the rule heavily!

Watch out! It's a mandatory 18% gratuity when you check in! I had received a gift card which I was anxious to use. My sister and I decided to splurge and take an afternoon at the spa. We had booked massages for both of us and use of the spa. Imagine our disappointment when we had to pay an 18% gratuity BEFORE we received the service! That set the tone for the rest of our time. We are not short, but both of us received the lockers that were just out of reach to open. That meant we had to just stuff our clothes in the bottom of the locker. We're not that short, but that was really inconvenient. We had to exchange our robes as they were too small and one of us received slippers for two left feet. The masseuse I used was clearly a newbie as she didn't really find just the right muscles, focusing mostly on bones. My sister said her masseuse was the same way. Which we both thought was weird. The only thing that the booking people said when we called is that you cannot cancel less than 24 hours in advance, or they will charge your credit card for the full amount, so be aware of that. The rest of the stay was pleasant. The place was very busy for a Sunday, but still clean, for which we were grateful. At the luxury prices and mandatory gratuity I doubt I'll be going again very soon.

Such a lovely place to get away and relax! The price is very reasonable for the experience. All of the employees were extremely helpful and friendly, the facilities were clean and beautiful and I have never felt more refreshed. If I lived closer I would go here often and will travel to come back!