Spa and Wellness Services at Cayo Levantado Resort, Samaná

he spa invites all to relax and revitalize in an environment that takes inspiration from the sights, sounds, and aromas of the island. Distinct, personalized programs offer therapeutic treatments, including a beauty salon, soothing thermal circuit, as well as a wide range of massage, treatments and personal wellness activities.

In terms of the services, activities, experiences and facilities, Cayo Levantado is focused on providing a unique experience and allowing you to voluntarily discover the hotel's four wellness paths: Refresh, Restore, Relax and Renew. The spa offers you unique ways to experience treatments to focus on any or all paths that speak to you.

Begin with a revitalizing Hydrotherapy Circuit, that will replenish the vitality of your body through a shower of sensations, a sauna, immersion in a cold pool, relaxation and mediation.

REFRESH
Energize & Elevate Your Limits
Refresh Path Spa Experiences
• Muscle Release Massage
  Invigorating, high-intensity massage focused on releasing the areas that harbor stress or tension. The deep-tissue techniques combined with stretching, lymphatic drainage and essential oils have powerful effects on circulation. Black pepper, rosemary and ginger warm up the muscles and help disperse any accumulated lactic acid causing you tension and pain. Finally, lavendar is applied to calm and soothe inflammation of the muscles.
• Well·Aging Rejuvenating Experience
  Pure, organic, loving. This unique experience is suitable for all skin types and invites you to embrace the passage of time with acceptance and joy. Based on the principles of mindfulness, the treatment uses products and techniques to stimulate the limbic system, focusing on three senses: aroma, sound and touch. Plasmas rich in botanical cell factors from green carrot and pomegranate and phyto-peptides from turmeric root and centella asiatica (the herb of longevity) will stimulate the skin’s regenerative abilities.
• Breeze Oxygenating Body Treatment
  A sublime sensation created by an exfoliation that takes you on a journey of relaxation through the senses with its different textures. It starts with a fine rain that subtly falls on the skin, followed by a refreshing mist that activates oxygenation from the inside out, improving blood circulation. By the end of this body ritual, the skin is smooth, hydrated and radiant.
• Age Repair Treatment
  For firm, plump and youthful skin, the skin is prepared by exfoliating it with jojoba beads or corncob granules and it is then massaged with apple seed extract, raspberry seed oil and date palm oil, all known for their antioxidant and cell renewal effects. Two masks are applied: one mask with rose gel to moisturize and one with strawberry seeds and frankincense to firm and plump the skin. While the masks are doing their work, you will be given a lymphatic eye massage and a relaxing head massage.
• Inner Strength & Resilence Face & Body or Body Treatment
  A truly enriching treatment to strengthen the mind and body in difficult times. It consists of breathing deeply as hot products are applied that are rich in properties intended to promote emotional strengthening.
• Facial Express Add-On Treatment
  A quick, fine-tuning treatment to revitalize and refresh the skin. Can only be added on to treatments of at least 60-minutes.

RESTORE
Revitalize Your Body & Stay Active

Restore Path Spa Experiences
• Unwind & De-stress Body Treatment
  For people who arrive feeling the stress of their fast-paced lives, this treatment helps recenter the mind and regain inner peace. A double layer of products is applied to release the stress in both the mind and body, relieving you of burdensome thoughts with an Ayurvedic head massage and pressure point techniques.
• The Ultimate Aromatherapy Facial
  A tailor-made facial treatment, designed to meet the individual needs of each skin type. A blend of pure essential oils and plant extracts is applied using massage techniques to restore and recondition the skin, leaving the complexion smooth and luminous.
• Beautifulness Full Rejuvenating Experience
  In an increasingly fast-paced world, it has become essential to stop and appreciate the present moment in order to regain balance. For this reason, this experience combines the WELL·AGING and NON-TOXIC ceremonies of Ayuna, creating an experience capable of silencing your mental discourse and immersing you in a feeling of relaxation where you lose the notion of time. A full treatment that nurtures the body both inside and out, resulting in a relaxed mind, a serene face and a light body free of its everyday knots.
• Neck & Head Massages
  These partial treatments are designed to release both physical and emotional tension through the use of different stretching and massage techniques on the neck and head.
• The Ultimate Aromatherapy Experience
  An intense massage ritual based on a fusion of Eastern and Western techniques, which allows the therapist to work on the body, mind and spirit. Using a blend of specific essential oils, pressure is carefully applied to stimulate the nervous system, relieve muscle tension and improve lymphatic drainage. A full-body treatment that melts away stress and tension, leaving you feeling deeply relaxed and recharged.
• Volcanic Sleep Mask Add-On Treatment
  Rejuvenates, reduces inflammation, and relaxes the eye contour. Can only be added on to treatments of at least 60-minutes.

RELAX
Relieve Stress & Slow Down

Relax Path Spa Experiences
• Relax & Sleep Face & Body Treatment
  The perfect massage to help you sleep like never before. Carefully applied pressure relieves key areas of tension as their award-winning blend of essential oils calms and soothes the mind to bring you into a deep state of relaxation.
• Essential Rose Hydration Facial
  A head massage releases muscle tension and prepares you for the facial treatment. The skin is thoroughly cleansed, exfoliated and toned using a blend of pure Damask rose (regenerating), geranium (skin balancing) and jojoba oil (nourishing) in a pressure point massage using aromatherapy and lymphatic drainage to release facial tension and congestion. While the mask is doing its work on the face, the arms and hands are massaged and the skin is then treated with a facial oil and a moisturizing cream. This treatment leaves you with smooth and radiant skin, as well as a relaxed state of mind.
• Tactile-C Relaxing Massage
  A complete massage enriched with olive, borage, coconut and sweet almond oils. The therapist manipulates the lines of least skin tension, encouraging the efficient organization of the collagen matrix and significantly improving skin tone. A massage designed around the Tactile-C maneuvers and their ability to connect to the peripheral nervous system stimulates the pleasure receptors and allows the mind to fully relax.
• Breathe Oxygenating & Hydrating Facial
  This facial creates a dialogue between you and your skin. The session begins with a series of exercises to help you become aware of your breathing, accompanied by a blend of essential oils that calm the mind through the sense of smell. After cleansing using a gentle and nourishing foam containing activated charcoal, coconut and olive oil, the skin enjoys an effervescent and carboxygenating treatment that activates microcirculation and promotes oxygenation. The result: hydrated, luminous, fresh and oxygenated skin.
• Signature Spa Experience
  A therapeutic massage exclusive to Cayo Levantado Resort that uses techniques taken from the best treatments in the world and combines them with the use of local stones such as larimar and amber to balance energies. It includes an aromatherapy consultation, which identifies the emotional and physical needs of the person and a treatment combining pressure points and massage sequences using the chosen essential oils.
• Relaxing Bath Add-On Treatment
  A hydro-aromatic experience. Can only be added on to treatments of at least 60-minutes.

RENEW
Remove Limitations & Connect with Your Higher Self

Renew Path Spa Experiences
• Forest Therapy Face & Body Treatment
  Stress, pollution, worry and agitation melt away with guided breathing, cleansing and a long, deep massage to release tension. A warm mud mask applied to the hands and feet recharging and reconnecting you to the earth while an expert head massage brings tranquility to your mind.
• Deep Cleansing Men’s Care
  A deep cleansing facial treatment that leaves the skin clear, luminous and hydrated. The skin is deeply cleansed and exfoliated with rich, invigorating essential oils and botanical extracts followed by optional hot towels and extractions. Tension is relieved with a full face and neck massage. A detoxifying and refreshing mask is then applied followed by a relaxing head massage while the mask is doing its work. The treatment is completed with the application of moisturizing and protective products.
• Volcano Lift Firm & Detoxify Treatment
  A powerful detoxifying treatment that uses volcanic glass and activated charcoal to reduce skin sensitivity and eliminate impurities while soothing and nourishing the skin. This treatment is accompanied by hand and foot reflexology followed by a lymphatic drainage massage. This results in a healthy glow, redrawing the facial contours and illuminating tired and dull skin.
• Hot Stone Therapy Massage
  A delicate and deeply relaxing treatment that uses smooth hot stones placed on strategic acupressure points in order to loosen knots, relieve tension and melt away stress. Cold marble stones are incorporated to balance energies.
• Taino Renewing Massage
  Helps to improve the oxygenation of the body and eliminate toxins. This massage reduces recovery time following physical exertion, alleviates the effects of jet lag, revitalizes the skin, calms the nerves and reduces stress. Deeply restorative and relaxing.
• Holistic Luffa Renewing Experience
  Inspired by fasting techniques as a tool to eliminate impurities, this ritual adds the softness of natural luffas and the properties of spirulina to the process of renewing and improving the appearance of the skin all over the body. The session starts with a soft and creamy cleansing treatment and an effective exfoliation followed by a moisturizing treatment that nourishes the skin from head to toe.
• Holistic Luffa Corporal Add-On Treatment
  Gentle and renewing exfoliation treatment. Can only be added on to treatments of at least 60-minutes.

Yubarta ($)
Yubarta is an elevated experience for personal growth and discovery. It invites guests to maximize their stay by further personalizing their experiences, activities and rituals. Located at the very heart of the island, its architectural foundation represents human consciousness. It is the most peaceful and silent part of the island, with lush vegetation and a strong presence of all four wellness paths.

Yubarta is home to 8 unique locations inspired by Taíno culture, representing the stages of your personal wellness journey.

Mabrika

• Mabrika, deriving from the Taíno word for "Welcome," invites you to Yubarta. Upon entering the tranquil surroundings of Mabrika, you will encounter cozy seating beneath a domed roof designed to make you feel like you are nestled in the belly of a whale. Another distinctive feature is the hexagonal floor design representing consciousness and creation. Mabrika also hosts the resort's Nutrition Office for your private consultations and sessions. Feel the irresistible positivity and embrace the excitement for your unique journey ahead.

Bayacú

• Bayacú, Taíno for "the first light of dawn," is the beginning of your journey toward personal growth. Within the vibrant peacefulness of this tranquil haven, you will be provided ceramics, painting and sculpture workshops for personal exploration through artistic expression. These creative endeavors serve as mirrors, reflecting your innermost thoughts and emotions, fostering introspection and growth and preparing you for the next step on your path.

Pirua

• Pirua, drawn from Taíno heritage, embodies the beckoning of intuition and spiritual fulfillment, contrasting with the confines of the mind and the pull of our comfort zone. The Pirua palapa thatched roof is a focal point for group experiences and retreats, a place for nurturing self-connection and knowledge exchange. Here you will foster consciousness and creativity through unique and uplifting activities including Sound Healing, a therapy to realign your internal frequencies for an elevated state of emotional and mental wellbeing.

Batei

• The Taíno term Batei embodies a space of festivity and togetherness, prioritizing joy and merriment for celebrating life and inner harmony. Symbolizing personal evolution, Batei is where you will be encouraged to follow your intuition and embrace vulnerability through peaceful and sensory-rich activities including a communal Cacao Ceremony, a yoga practice and guided meditations.

Duho

• In Taíno culture, the Duho signifies a sacred seat for shamans and chiefs to commune with spirits using natural powders. Through Reiki and personalized practices like Energy Cleanse and meditation, you will be guided to the unfamiliar territory standing between the known, your comfort zone and what you desire. These life-fulfilling activities are designed around deep introspection to foster your inner rhythm, connect you with your intuition and calm the mind.

Coaybay

• In Taíno culture, Coaybay represents harmony among the spirits of the forest. Within the narrative of your personal transformation journey, this is the pivotal moment when you make your first significant decision, based on the wisdom of your heart. Let time stand still and enjoy the vibrant peacefulness of partner-based flotation and aquatic sound sessions in the Coaybay cenote-inspired pool for maximum relaxation, healing and connecting with your inner rhythm.

Atabei

• Atabei, the Taíno homage to the primal mother, embodies unconditional acceptance and marks the culmination of your personal wellness journey. Emerging from doubt and uncertainty, this phase signifies materialization, acceptance and peace post-transformation. By embracing the shadows and the unknown, you’ve arrived at a heightened consciousness. To commemorate this meaningful occasion, you'll be guided through an uplifting 10-minute breathing exercise followed by a 3-minute ice bath immersion, following the revitalizing Wim Hof Method.

Caracaracol

• Caracaracol in Taíno legend depicts a cultural hero’s struggle against a god who confined humans to life in a cave. It’s a place for transcending struggle and readying yourself to move on to a new cycle of self-discovery and improvement. Through various activities and types of yoga including Vinyasa, Hatha, Nidra and Aeroyoga - a hybrid type of traditional yoga poses mixed with Pilates, dance and the use of a hammock - your inner pulse will be brought into perfect harmony for the rest of your stay and beyond.