ECOTOURISM

Hot Springs Retreat

Ojo Caliente, NM – Most people don’t know that the word SPA is actually the acronym for “Salud por Agua”, which means “health through water”. In Northern New Mexico, you’ll find the quintessential SPA experience at a legendary oasis called Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs. Ojo Caliente is the only hot springs in the world with a remarkable combination of four different types of mineral waters in ten different pools with temperatures ranging from 80 to 109 degrees. These waters, which bubble more than 100,000 gallons to the surface every day, are rich in minerals including Lithia, Iron, Soda and Arsenic. The minerals are believed to have ancient healing benefits including relieving depression, aiding digestion, promoting healthy skin tone, relieving symptoms of arthritis, and are considered to be beneficial to the blood and immune system. The legendary oasis, now celebrating its 140th anniversary, was opened as a spa in 1868 by Antonio Joseph, New Mexico’s first territorial representative. The current owners of Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs prefer to call themselves stewards of the property believing maintaining and supporting the natural environment makes sense both environmentally and economically. Recent renovations and expansions have both enhanced the guest experience without abandoning the authentic and historic nature of the original environment. “I love this place,” says Spa Director Jeannine Dolan.

“It’s not pretentious. It’s an authentic healing center.”

The WATERS at Ojo Caliente
All of the Springs and the Spa are a Whisper Zone so that guests can have a quiet peaceful experience at this unique retreat.

The Lithia Spring
Located at the heart of the springs, the historic pump has been dispensing this unique water since the 19th century. Lithium is believed to relieve depression and aid digestion.

The Iron Spring
A Native American legend tells that the giant rock in the iron pool guards the place where the ancient people of the mesa once received food and water during times of famine. The warm, iron-rich water bubbles up from the natural pebble floor, providing hot spots to discover in this mystical outdoor cliffside pool. Iron is considered to be beneficial to the blood and immune system.

The Soda Spring
The rock walls in the enclosed Soda “steam” pool create a soft echo providing a sense of calm and relaxation. Water from the Soda Spring is said to have been used to relieve digestive problems.

The Arsenic Spring
The arsenic water is believed to be beneficial for relief from arthritis, stomach ulcers and to heal a variety of skin conditions. Water from the iron and arsenic springs is blended in various pools throughout the property.

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