Spas with day pass

Ginzan Onsen, Yamagata

A no-frills communal bathhouse in Ginzan Onsen's Taisho-era hot spring street, open daily 8:30am-3:30pm except Wednesdays.

Vichy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

A Vichy thermal spa offering medically prescribed 18-day cures for digestion and joint pain, plus shorter day-pass wellness sessions using mineral-rich local

Chianciano Terme, Tuscany

Hotel spa in Chianciano Terme open to non-guests, built around a 450 sqm holistic water, color and massage circuit.

Kyle, Texas

A 88-acre Hill Country resort near Kyle and Wimberley with overnight rooms, a garden spa, pool, hot tubs and day-pass access by reservation.

Big Sur, California

Adults-only hotel spa at Ventana Big Sur with ocean-view treatment rooms, outdoor cabanas for couples, and a 24-hour fitness and yoga space.

Taos, New Mexico

A moderate-priced day spa at Taos Ski Valley with a heated pool, hot tubs, steam rooms and a day pass open to non-hotel guests.

Denver, Colorado

Adults-only bathhouse on West Colfax Ave in Denver with a steam room, sauna, hot tub and relaxation lounge, open daily except Tuesday.