Honest spa review: Round 2 hit better than round 1! 2 years later and they have some add on's so tap in for why Sun Water Spa gets a 5/5 yet again! -Red Mountain 5/5 Located on the third floor, you have lockers to store your belongings and you have 90 minutes to make it last. If I could do it again, this is how I would do it: step by step down below: 1. 15 minute sauna session 2. 1-2 minute cold plunge 3. 5 minute sauna session. 4. Rinse off and hydrate 5. Relax and go to your tub Cold plunge treatments are so good for your body. They are a little uncomfortable your first time. But if you can repeat it a couple times, you'll get the most out of your experience! 90 minutes doesn't seem like a long time as it goes by fast... so enjoy the relaxation, enjoy the zen, and just appreciate the view and take it all in as it's been yet again, just what I needed! Thank you Sun water spa! 5/5 yet again! read more

SunWater Spa - Red Mountain View - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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I enjoyed my soak, but I felt like it was kind of a bare bones spa experience. I've been to other spas that allow people to use the amenities before a booked service, that's not the case here. You'll need to take advantage of the space within the 90 minutes you're allotted. In addition to my soak, I took advantage of the hot tub and the pools on the lower levels. There's a nice Mountain View. There are beverages available for purchase at the front desk. Overall, I thought it was an ok experience and the warm soak was good for my aching muscles. read more

This was the perfect start to our vacation. We booked a tub on 3rd floor. The facility was clean and the staff were very friendly. We loved the cold plunge pool and the convince of the clock showing the time. The saline pools were great and it was nice to have the different temps. The pools were a bit close together so great if you have a larger group and want to socialize. Book the private tun for a bit more money if you want privacy. However people were respectful overall and voices were kept low. The only downside was the lack of bathroom facilities. On our floor there were 12 people using 2- 2 shower bathrooms. We only did the soak and I would do other services in the future. The parking situation is on the street and I'm off times it's free for 2 hours. The price was very reasonable. We will definitely be back when we are in town. Services requested were as expected. read more

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I had never been to such a place, my friend an I came here and she picked the 2nd level. Check-in was very easy, and we signed our waivers. The restrooms here are very nice, and they offer shampoo and body wash in the showers. If you forget your bathing suit, they have all sizes (for men) and the trunks are $30. They also have complimentary sandals (to borrow) if you forget yours. I was hoping to do more people watching, but it was a Friday afternoon. The scenic views are nice from the 2nd level. The water was very hot (104 degrees). They have a cold plunge on the 1st floor and a cool and warm soaking area as well on the 1st floor. The experience was definitely different. The parking is all paid parking, unless you have handicap placard. Only 2 handicap spots available and they're free. It was a good experience, glad we tried this place read more

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Took some friends there that were visiting and they loved it. We reserved one of the tubs to have some R&R and it was lovely. The vibe was super chill (as usual). The staff was very nice. And my friends enjoyed every single amenity that the spa offers. After being a while in the hot water they felt like cooling off so they jumped in the cold plunge. Then we went to the cool pool and the saline pool. Lovely time, lovely views, and lovely staff. read more

Experience a relaxing oasis in Manitou Springs at SunWater Spa! As soon as you step inside, you're welcomed into a serene environment filled with the soothing aroma of aromatherapy. The facility offers several restrooms, showers, and changing areas for your convenience. The pools are located on a deck overlooking the park, providing a bit of privacy while still being close to other tubs. Each tub is equipped with jets that can be turned on or off, although the temperature is fixed and cannot be adjusted. Our tub was set to 103°, which felt a bit too warm for us, so we had to take breaks in the cooler soaking pool on the ground level. The 90-minute session was just the right amount of time to unwind. Before leaving, I stopped by their small store and picked up a few items. read more

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What a perfect get away, minutes from the city. Sun water spa has done a fantastic job of giving you the feeling of being on vacation without having to head to the mountains, despite being in the city they still accomplish relaxing views and minimal city noise. My group loved the additions of having a cold plunge and sauna available- and two hours was the perfect amount of time in the water! This is such an accessible way to get the hot springs/ spa experience for anyone. I recommend bringing your own snacks, water, and sunscreen if you're prone to burning. The only thing was I would like the option to change the temp on the tub. Overall this was a great addition to my trip the springs and my visitors loved it! read more

SunWater Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

Sunwater spa in Manitou Springs is in a gorgeous spot and I love the fact that you can rent your own spa. There's nothing like sitting in a relaxing hot tub and staring out at the mountains. It's walking distance from downtown Manitou Springs so you can grab lunch or do something in town after. We had done gardens of the gods and went for a soak after which was perfect. The grounds are nice. There's also a sauna and cold plunge is in case you're into that as well. There's also places to lounge in case you just wanna enjoy the weather. read more

SunWater Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

Staff very friendly, warm welcome. Wonderful soak in the cedar tub with a great view of the mountains. Will 100% return if in the area again! read more

SunWater Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

It was Wonderful!! We did the cold plunge, 1st time ever, it was amazing, I thought my legs were gonna break off, Lol! The Hot baths were Amazing!! read more

We booked a tub a couple of months ahead of our girls weekend in Colorado Springs. We had an easy check in and made use of the lounge and showers/changing areas before we were taken to our tub. Our tub was the most secluded but we could se the rest of the spa from our spot. Being a 10-11:30 timeframe, it was sunny and gorgeous and we wished we had thought to bring our sunglasses! We soaked for a bit, then went to the first floor for the cold plunge and the other pools followed by a relaxing swing in the hammock chairs. We repeated this cycle twice and didn't feel rushed. The staff was great and everything was pretty dang magical. We didn't book any massages or extra fancy stuff, but our experience was so good I almost talked my girls into going again the next day. For the price - I really felt like we got such great value. An amazing way to start our day for sure! read more

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no cash payments ??? that's a hard stop "deal breaker " i will not do business with anyone who does not except cash as payment. boo ! to this (new) policy, i'm out . read more

SunWater Spa - This place is bomb - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

Definitely a must do when in town! Perfect for after a hiking day at the garden of gods. Clean water, accommodating staff, and the massage was top notch! read more

SunWater Spa - Best view in town! - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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Highly recommend!! The staff is warm and welcoming, and everyone is very friendly throughout the entire space. The Spa is very clean. The atmosphere serene. There are lockers for all your possessions. The tubs' heated mineral waters (104*) are so soothing and healing, and the view of the mountains, incluing Pikes Peak, is stunning. The sauna followed by a cold plunge dip (41*) is sooo invigorating! And definitely attend the Infrared Yoga class !! ... deeply restorative, healing and rejuvenating... read more

The massage service was ABSOLUTELY amazing!! I had booked a soak and massage for me and my really good friend of over two decades and it did not disappoint. The soak was absolutely fantastic with a beautiful view of pikes Peak behind us. We were in there for 90 minutes and it was really nice. But the icing on the cake was the couple massage for both me and my friend. We had the two masseuse, Michael and Alix, and they both really showed us such incredible service. My friend had never really gotten a massage before and she is a little sensitive to touch from other people so Alix make sure to keep communication and talk to her through the entire time. Michael kept asking me if the pressure was right and when I would point out where it really felt great, he would stay and focus on that area for a bit. After the massage was over, I asked my friend what she thought, and she said it was an absolutely fantastic experience, I didn't expect her to like it that much so this was all good. My only complaint that I have is the absolute crazy noise of the restoration that they're doing. Thank goodness you can't hear it in the private soaks and the massages but in the main lobby area, it's ridiculously annoying. We try to be in the hot tubs in the general area, but it was so incredibly annoying all the jackhammers and stuff. I hope they finish up with this restoration soon. read more

SunWater Spa - A cute cascade on the property - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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Absolutely love coming here for soaks! All tubs have great views of the town and mountain side. Complementary spring water. Other amenities available during soak time such as access to saunas, cold plunges, and saline pool. Fantastic, relaxing atmosphere inside and out. We've enjoyed wonderful individual and couples massages here as well. Lovely gift shop with a variety of offerings from beverages and snacks to bath products and other unique gifts. Our favorite time to soak is in the evening but we've enjoyed day soaks as well! Walking distance to many fantastic restaurants and shops. Love Manitou and SunWater! read more

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A lovely way to wind down! Upon reservation you receive a personal soaking tub, access to sauna, cold plunge and saline pools. If you're lucky, you'll get to meet Collin who's just the sweetest angel! Booking is easy on their website and plenty of parking. It is public parking along the park however, scan the QR code, the first two hrs are free. See y'all soon! read more

SunWater Spa - View of Pikes Peak from the Sheep Mountain pool on second level. - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

My wife and I had a wonderful visit overall--this spa offers some truly unique services that I'd recommend trying at least once. I received the Healing Waters treatment from a very talented massage therapist, and we enjoyed it so much that I immediately booked another massage for the following day. Unfortunately, there was a miscommunication about whether my partner could join me in the pools afterward. I was told over the phone that, although soaking is included with treatment, my partner could purchase a $20 day pass to join me in the first-floor pools. However, when we arrived, the front desk staff informed us that such a pass has never been available. They explained that the person who answers the phones works remotely and wasn't present that day. I asked if they could make an exception given the information we were given, and while they did explore options, their tone felt transactional short and put out--like trying to return something at Target--rather than warm or accommodating. Some additional training on how to create a soothing, welcoming tone at check-in would make a big difference in setting the stage for a relaxing experience. That awkward exchange really impacted my ability to relax, and I no longer felt comfortable proceeding with my treatment. When I asked to cancel, I was told about the 24-hour cancellation policy. Thankfully, the manager stepped in and graciously made an exception. Her energy was warm and calming, and I truly appreciated that. Despite the hiccup, I do plan to return. The services are excellent, and the therapists are gifted. I just hope the front desk experience better matches the spa's otherwise serene atmosphere next time. read more

Such a neat, relaxing experience! We went in January, the mineral tubs are so nice! Cold plunges and multiple pools to choose from as well. Highly recommend bringing your own robe and towels, I found some on amazon. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Second time here my husband and I and it's just keeps getting better every trip! The staff are super friendly and made our visit exceptional! The weather was very windy but the rearranged things to try and help our experience with the outside hot tub! Sooooo relaxing and will be back again! read more

My husband and I were in COS visiting from Western North Carolina. We'd been hiking a lot and the hot tub at the hotel just wasn't doing the trick. I grew up in a small town that is famous for its NATURAL HOT MINERAL WATER and know what kind of magical healing it can do for your body. So I surprised my husband worth an evening at SunWater Spa and it was just what we needed after a long day of exploring all COS and Manitou has to offer! We spent our time going between our hot tub and the salt water pool. Both were absolutely amazing! And the sunset from our hot tub.... breathtaking!! I appreciated the kindness of the young ladies working at check in. They were extremely polite, knowledgeable and spoke very softly, keeping with the calm esthetic of the spa. Job well done SunWater Spa! Y'all are right up there with my people at the Hot Springs Resort and Spa in Hot Springs NC read more

SunWater Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

I was so impressed by this facility, the experience was above my expectations! For the 90 minute reservation you get your own private hot tub filled with mineral rich water, and access to a sauna, cold plunge, and saline pools. The hot tub was a cozy 104 degrees and the saline pools were various temps. It was very clean and the other guests were fun to interact with. This is a fun experience for couples or a group of friends. I will definitely be booking again! read more

The hot tub was dirty (floating debris and hair) and not well constructed. Upon getting out of the tub, my leg slipped between the seat and the tub back, because the seat was slimy, almost breaking my leg. Multiple showers were closed. Just not a good vibe all around-hot tubs not sanitary or well constructed, facilities not clean or in proper repair, and no real mountain views in all tubs. read more

SunWater Spa - Not a healthy look for returning from a spa. - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

We had a wonderful visit! We came during the week and there were very few other patrons. We booked the Raspberry Falls tub on the second floor and had great views. The weather was perfect, not too chilly or too hot. I loved the saline pool and the vibes in that area, very relaxing. The entire facility was very clean. read more

SunWater Spa - Stairs down to the bottom level where the sauna, cold plunge, and saline pools are located. - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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We had a lovely time at Sunwater! Staff was great, facilities seemed clean. There were other people but not in our tub and never felt crowded. Loved the cold plunges and being able to go back and forth. We really only needed like an hour and left a bit early but overall it was enjoyable for sure! We also came on a Thursday evening and there happened to be a drum circle outside which was kinda cool. read more

It was a beautiful day. Lots of inclusive treatments to take advantage of. We did pay for private massages. My boyfriend got a really good massage and my girl was less than impressive. I'm guessing that can happen anywhere. I asked her if she could put a little more pressure around my shoulders and she said "you didn't pay for a deep tissue massage". This was her response after she asked me if the pressure and the temperature were both to my liking. Other than that I really enjoyed the spa and all the employees were very nice. read more

SunWater Spa - The mineral tub with the Mountain View's in the back. - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

So calming and relaxing! Went around 8pm would have been nice to have went earlier to watch sun set but still very relaxing soak. Definitely will visit again and try out other services when visiting Colorado. read more

SunWater Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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If you are looking for relaxation, you found it! This spa is amazing. It is 3 levels, with tons of hot tubs to reserve along with a sauna, saline pool, and even a cold plunge! I also got a massage and facial while I was there and... WOW. I feel like a new woman! My skin is glowing and my body is relaxed! read more

SunWater Spa - Red Mountain hot tub view - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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Beautiful views, facility, and service . The mineral bath tubs were well kept and the surrounding area as well. I loved my view from mary's mountain and had a wonderful massage with - i believe her name was Adrian? Tip was included in the service, which i'm a big proponent of. Only negative factor was the ice bath being out of order. read more

Vibe here is pretty chill and relaxing. Keep in mind most of the tubs are next to other tubs so no privacy, not a big deal if your social, we made friends with the other people. If I were to go again, I would bring beverages and maybe a snack. They tell you to bring a towel but they do have them to loan out if your traveling like we were. The staff was great and we liked the saline pool a lot. read more

Until one of my Colorado Springs friends recommended this place to me recently, I had no clue such a place existed. I'm kind of a self-declared "all over the place " person but apparently I had to admit that I don't know everything (lol!) Well, Manitou Springs/Colorado Springs has things to brag about that the Denver Metro cannot offer: the close proximity mountain views and access, the incline, cog rail, artsy downtown to name a few. And this one of a kind unique spa should be included in the list. Per my friend, COVID changed the way it operates a little bit. Now you have to reserve a tub for a 90-min soak (at the price of $40.) This may not be super cheap but once reserved, you won't have to share the tub with any other strangers so you'll have it to yourself. For that reason, if you go alone, you'll have a quiet moment of uninterrupted soak for 90-min. The water (in all tubs) is set at 104 degrees during winter months (including early October when this review was written.) During the summer months, it's set at 99 degrees. There are two saltwater pools (upstairs and downstairs.) Shower rooms are plenty and all of them are equipped with shampoo, conditioner and body soap. I used the body soap which has some grapefruit scent. It smelled so good (you can also buy it at the reception desk.) I'm thinking of bringing my daughter for her 22nd bday next month. So yes, if you want to buy someone a nice experience then this might be a great place for it. There are great hot springs in Colorado but many of them are far in the mountains (at least several hours of driving) so if you are looking for something close in the city, you should come to SunWater Spa because the kind of healing you'll get by the water in the tub is pretty much the same as the healing you'll get in the natural hot springs (in my opinion.) I'm pretty sure they put chlorine in it but I really didn't smell much of it. I know they don't dump the water after each use but we were lucky enough to get this tub with clean water. read more

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Couples massage was relaxing. Alex and Anna made sure both of us both felt comfortable and at peace. Wish we would have rented a tub, as it seemed so romantic and inviting. The views of the mountains were amazing as well. read more

My friends and I booked a hot tub soak on a Thursday evening. The spa was easy to find. They offer regular spa services but they also have approx 8 hot tubs that can be reserved for a 1.5 hour soak. We book a hot tub that overlooked the mountains. It was a snowy December day, so the views were incredible! The hot tubs can comfortably fit 4 people, max. The staff were great and the space itself was cozy. The only reason I knocked off a star is because there are only two restrooms, instead of locker rooms. If you want to change or use the bathroom before or after your soak, you have a wait a while because of the limited changing spaces/bathrooms. Other than than, we had a great experience at Sunwater Spa overall. Make sure to bring your own towel and water bottle if you do a hot tub soak. read more

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Came here on a cold day and it was very relaxing to soak in the mineral tub! We did the yoga class first, it was nice to get some movement in before the soak. Then check in was very easy - we had the Raspberry Mountain tub and it had a great view of the mountains. We even saw some deer across the park! The tub gets HOT so we went to the cooling pool downstairs. Not as cold as I thought, but it's ok. We also used the sauna which was nice. The only drawback was that the showers are small and only a few of them, so with everyone's session ending at the same time, we had to end up waiting a while before being able to change. Not a big deal, just fyi! I would come back here for another soak and I highly recommend SunWater Spa! read more

SunWater Spa - Raspberry mountain tub - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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I was gifted a gift certificate for Mary's Nest back in October 2025 for my birthday. it was booked until December 2025. My husband finally got Mary's Nest booked for us, when we arrived the staff at the front desk told us they had to change our tub due to Mary's Nest being at "too high of temps and would not be enjoyable at 150 degree water". We thanked them and enjoyed a different tub...only to witness two people using Mary's Nest the entire time we were there. We felt lied to, it would have been easier to hear the truth, that they over booked and made a mistake. read more

I was here visiting from Buffalo, dropping my son off at college. My sister and my niece and myself went for soak in one of their natural hot tubs. There were three of us, and it was tight, so I wouldn't recommend a fourth person, even though it says for people. The water is so clear, warm and makes your skin so soft. During the 90 minute time we had the opportunity to utilize their sauna in their cool down pool. The ambience is awesome. And the views are gorgeous! I would highly recommend this spa to an. read more

SunWater Spa - A selfie of us in the tub with the mountains behind us. - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

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I've been here many times and the service was always amazing but today literally had me floored when I walked out. There was a man who appeared to be the manager wearing a hat who is speaking to his staff, and as I was walking out, I dropped my towel into the used towel bin, and then I was looking at them for the acknowledgment that I was leaving and none of them made eye contact with me so I just continue to walk out and leave And the manager had scoffed under his breath. Thank you. Initiating that I should've said thank you and then they were like all rolling their eyes. I've never felt so disrespected in my life like I come here paying for a service I would've said thank you but there was no acknowledgment and nobody Even made eye contact with me when I was walking out, even though I looked over to try to make eye contact so I could say thank you. I have never had anybody in the service industry treat me that way and you really need to rethink who you're hiring to be a manager, if they can't even have the decent respect of being nice to guests. Just because of that, I am not coming back and I will go elsewhere for my services. read more

very relaxing place you feel the energy before you walk through the door. I am jelly of the employees

What an awesome relaxation spot! I went here for the first time last summer and again this past week. The first time I went, we had the Sheep Mountain tub. In the summer heat, you definitely have to be dedicated to stick it out because that one does not have a sun cover . This last week we were at Eagle Mountain. The temps that day were a lot colder that day than we expected when I originally booked. The staff kept the cover on the tub until we got there to keep it hot and even offered to move us to a different tub when the tub temp dropped a little. I like coming here and will definitely be back next time I need a spa day read more

SunWater Spa - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado

Such a great little idea for some intimate quality time with a loved one. Boyfriend & I hiked the Manitou incline and had one of these bad boys reserved for after... GENIUS. read more

SunWater Spa - View from Tub - Day Spas Near Me - Manitou Springs, Colorado