Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel, is widely regarded as one of the country's most iconic luxury hotels. And it's no wonder, considering the historical, castle-like structure gives way to breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay and skyline and boasts numerous fine-dining options and a peaceful spa oasis, where the pampering begins long before your appointment.

Visits begin with a pre-spa hydrotherapy ritual: a series of water-based treatments intended to relax both mind and body. It begins with a soak in the spa's saline whirlpool as you gaze out onto the Bay, followed by a refreshing deluge shower. Next is a respite in the eucalyptus steam room, and the session concludes with a shower beneath 10 shower heads. Only then are you ready to partake in one of Claremont Club & Spa's many indulgent offerings:

• Tibetan Sound Massage: With the goal of deeply relaxing clients and providing a sense of well-being, the 75-minute massage incorporates the soothing, ringing tones of ancient Tibetan bowls.
• Pure Relief Facial: Those with rosacea and hyperpigmentation benefit most from this organic facial, which employs chamomile, oatmeal, and calendula extracts to soothe inflamed skin.
• Lavender Essence: Massage therapists first exfoliate the body with a refreshing scrub that features lavender-infused minerals, and then pamper guests with a lavender-oil massage.
• Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture: An acupuncturist employs the ancient healing art to improve the tone of facial muscles while promoting overall wellness.
• Blueberry Bliss Papaya Pedicure: Equally fragrant and nourishing, the pedicure begins with a papaya sugar scrub, followed by a blueberry foot mask that's packed with peptides to leave feet soft and smooth.