Recognizing the growing importance of restorative sleep for travelers, Castle Hot Springs, the renowned 1,100-acre luxury resort in Arizona, is continuing its acclaimed Sleep Retreats moving into the new year. Led by renowned sleep expert, Dr. Rebecca Robbins, the upcoming retreats will take place from February 15 – 18, 2024 and June 6 – 9, 2024, offering guests a unique opportunity to reset their circadian rhythms amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Sonoran Desert. As the world continues to emphasize holistic well-being, the importance of a restful night’s sleep remains paramount.
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A distinguished sleep researcher, scientist, and author, Dr. Robbins will expertly lead participants through an immersive journey into the science of sleep set against the backdrop of Castle Hot Springs’ luxury desert oasis and self-care sanctuary. Seamlessly infused with the property’s nature-centric ethos, each three-night retreat ranging from $2,125 – $2,500 per night (additional $500 per person for Sleep Retreat) is meticulously designed to enrich the mind, body, and spirit while addressing the vital importance of sleep. Dr. Robbins will orchestrate guests’ experiences, facilitating insightful discussions, strategies, meditations, and centering activities such as circadian-enhancing yoga sessions and invigorating morning hikes, all complemented by meticulously crafted, sleep-inducing meals curated in collaboration with the seasoned professionals at Castle Hot Springs. The objective is to empower retreat attendees with the knowledge and tools to achieve restful and intentional slumber.
The 2024 slate of immersive Sleep Retreats at Castle Hot Springs offered this Winter (February 15 – 18, 2024) and in late-Spring (June 6 – 9, 2024), incorporated into an inclusive stay, at the award-winning luxury boutique resort, and the following exclusive experiences:
• Scheduled Sleep Lectures by Dr. Robbins to dive into the science of sleep and explore how to tailor your sleep schedule to your unique needs.
• Sleep Tracking: Throughout the retreat, guests will be encouraged to monitor their sleep patterns. This data will be discussed each morning in group sessions, allowing guests to gain insights into their habits and make immediate changes for more restorative sleep.
• Sunlight Hikes in the Sonoran Desert: Each morning guests will embark on a circadian boosting hike led by Dr. Robbins. The morning sunlight exposure paired with the beauty of the Sonoran Desert will offer an immersive nature experience, proven to help regulate one’s internal clock.
• Meals to Promote Slumber: In collaboration with the Resort’s culinary team, Dr. Robbins has helped curate dinner menus designed to facilitate a smooth transition into restful sleep, ensuring that every aspect of the retreat supports sleep optimization.
In addition to these exclusive sleep-focused activities, guests will have ample free time to explore the resort’s many offerings and a healing soak in the mineral-rich hot springs. Other activities include stand-up paddleboard yoga, farm tours, and hiking amongst the resort’s diverse terrain; pickle and bocce ball on the great lawn; and the state’s first-ever Via Ferrata course. The retreat’s intimate group size ensures that each participant receives personalized attention from Dr. Robbins to create an individualized sleep strategy.
“Sleep plays a compelling role in virtually every aspect of our health, encompassing cognitive advantages, physical well-being, and emotional equilibrium. Despite its importance, many of us grapples with sleep issues. Unfortunately, one out of every three Americans report failing to meet their sleep needs, and only three out of every ten Americans report experiencing restorative sleep. Oftentimes, our sleep systems simply need a reboot, and the answers to common sleep struggles in many cases have very simple solutions in small, modifiable behavioral changes. This is what makes the concept of sleep tourism, where individuals travel to restore their sleep, so captivating.” – Dr. Rebecca Robbins
A one-of-a-kind adult getaway (ages 16 and up only), Castle Hot Springs is located just an hour’s drive from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport yet remains a perfectly remote hideaway for those seeking to disconnect in a naturally distanced environment.
The nightly rates for double occupancy are inclusive of all meals, associated gratuities, a beverage credit, and a wide array of complimentary and thoughtfully curated nature-filled activities including farm tours, e-mountain bikes, pickleball/bocce ball, and unlimited access to the property’s restorative hot springs.
What’s New & Notable This Fall & Winter
NEW: Yoga & Wellness Retreats: September 2023 – May 2024
Kicking off this fall and running through Spring 2024, these bespoke experiences are an extension of the resort’s deep-rooted wellness ethos, which can be seen from the plethora of outdoor adventures to its innovative culinary program, allowing guests to customize their itineraries and disconnect from modern life to embrace a restorative experience amidst nature’s elements. Rates at Castle Hot Springs start at $1,650 + tax per night for double occupancy. Retreat events are additional.
Innovative Spa Approach: Wellness Beyond The Spa
The wellness experience at Castle Hot Springs draws inspiration from the land and the healing waters of the natural hot springs. The word “SPA” dates back to Roman times, originating from the Latin phrase, ‘Salus Per Aquam,’ or “healing through water.” Taking a cue from these communities that sought out the thermal waters to alleviate several maladies, Castle Hot Springs carries this philosophy throughout their offerings. The unique mineral mixture – particularly rich in Lithium (the ‘feel good’ mineral), Magnesium, and Bicarbonates are said to help lift your mood, ease sore muscles, calm your mind, and even aid in peaceful slumber.
