The 5 Best Canada Spa Experiences

1.Old Quebec: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 914 reviews · 1 day · from $67Our pick

Spend a flexible day at Strøm Nordic Spa Old Quebec, a short walk from the historic center and cruise terminal. Your $67 entry includes the thermal circuit, robe, towel, locker, and parking. Move between hot tubs, saunas, cold baths, waterfalls, fireplaces, and quiet rest areas, then consider lunch at the river-view Nordic restaurant. French and English service is available.

“An amazing experience. Wish I'd had more time - could easily have spent all day relaxing here.”

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2.Montreal: Nordic Spa Thermal Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 409 reviews · 1 day · from $59

At Strøm Nordic Spa Nuns’ Island, you set your own pace through hot whirlpools, Nordic baths, Finnish saunas, a eucalyptus steam room, waterfalls, fireplaces, and indoor and outdoor rest areas. Your $59 admission includes a robe, towel, locker, and parking. Bring swimwear, sandals, and toiletries. The minimum age is 16.

“perfect to the last détails,my other hall really enjoyed herself even tho we spent most of the time in the relaxation room,cuz we fell asleep.”

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3.Banff: Gondola, Hot Spring and Three Lakes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · 8 hours · from $79

Spend eight hours exploring Banff and its surrounding lakes by air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll visit Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake, Johnson Lake, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Banff Downtown, Sulphur Mountain, and the Upper Hot Springs. Guides such as Inder, Jass, Daler, and Sam are known for helpful service and photo assistance. Gondola, hot springs, and boat tickets cost extra.

“Daler was extremely good! Since Banff Upper Hot Springs were closed for maintenance, he went the extra mile and took us to Lake Emerald and Lake Louise instead, which more than made up for it. He also helped us with last-minute purchases for the Banff Gondola and Lake Minnewanka. Truly excellent service!”

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4.Banff: Gondola, Hot Springs, Bow falls & Three lakes tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 157 reviews · from $57Best value

Spend a full day around Banff with stops at Lake Louise, Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake, Johnson Lake, Bow Falls and Surprise Corner. The $57 tour includes transport, guide, water and park fees, but gondola, cruise and hot springs tickets cost extra. English-speaking guides such as Harry, Guru and Armaan lead the day.

“It was a great moment. Bali was an amazing tour guide. My friend and I enjoyed it very much.”

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5.Quebec City: Ice Canoeing with Hot Chocolate & Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours · from $182Top rated

At Anse-au-Foulon, about 15 minutes from downtown Quebec City, guides such as Elliot, Paul, Felix, and Pascale teach you to paddle and push an ice canoe across the St. Lawrence. Expect a real workout, floating ice views, hot chocolate, snacks, photos, and a panoramic Nordic sauna afterward.

“It was amazing! The gear they provide keeps you safe, dry, and warm. The guides were really nice and instructive. The activity was a workout but totally worth it. The river was beautiful - the ice was nothing like we’ve ever seen before! The hot chocolate really hit the spot :)”

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