Imagine your most relaxing cruise: The sun shining down. The salty smell of the ocean breeze. The gentle rock of your boat, and the sound of tiny waves lapping against your hull.

A boat heads to Ocean & Harvest Spa. Photo courtesy Ocean & Harvest Spa .

Pretty relaxing, right?

Believe or not, your idea of a relaxing cruise can get even more relaxing, thanks to several well-placed luxurious spas along the New England coast.

Whether you enjoy a hot stone massage, deep-tissue treatment, or other sources of wellness, a cruise to one of these resort spas lets you take your self-care and pampering to new levels.

From southern New England to Mount Desert Island, here are six luxury spas that are not only worth a visit, but can be reached by boat.

The Regency Spa – Portland, ME

Located at Maine’s Portland Regency Hotel & Spa, boaters will find the Regency Spa just a block from the waterfront. Unwind in the Jacuzzi, pampering yourself with a Swiss shower, or treating your senses to one of the luxurious spa treatments. The Regency Spa offers a full menu of day spa offerings, including facials, body treatments, soothing massage therapy, and couple’s services—all designed to refresh and restore. Day spa amenities include access to the fitness center, jacuzzi, steam rooms, saunas, and more. Learn about nearby boat services on our Portland destination page.

Ocean & Harvest Spa – Watch Hill, RI

The Ocean & Harvest Spa at the Ocean House in Watch Hill is the only Forbes Five-Star spa in Rhode Island, and one of only a few spas in the world to achieve the Five-Star rating. The 12,000-square-foot luxury hotel spa offers specialized, seasonal treatments and products, plus a state-of-the art fitness center, a movement studio with complimentary classes such as yoga and Pilates, a saltwater lap pool with ocean views, and an intimate salon. Boaters can find a mooring or transient slip in Watch Hill Harbor, which is just a short walk from the resort. Learn more about cruising to Watch Hill here.

Entrance photo courtesy of Bar Harbor Inn.

Wentworth by the Sea – New Castle, NH

The Spa at Wentworth by the Sea is one of the few New England spa resorts with its own marina, offering a seamless cruise-in and cruise-out experience. Among the spa’s many treatments is halotherapy (a.k.a. salt therapy). Spend a 30-minute session in the Salt & Sound Lounge, a climate-controlled, zen-like space that employs a cutting-edge device called a halo-generator that pumps fine salt particles into the air. Once inhaled, these salt particles absorb allergens and toxins from the respiratory system, breaking up mucus, reducing inflammation, and resulting in clean and clear airways. It also helps treat skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema, as well as an improved mood, reduction in stress levels, and better sleep patterns. Learn about boat services in the area on our Portsmouth destination page.

Samoset Resort – Rockport, ME

The seaside spa at Samoset Resort in Rockport features four luxurious treatment rooms, along with inviting indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. They offer a curated menu of treatments, from hydrafacials to organic aromatherapy massages that help you find balance of both body and mind. Visiting boaters will find multiple marinas in nearby Rockland Harbor. Check out the nearby boat services on our Rockland destination page.

Chatham Bars Inn – Chatham, MA

The spa at the Chatham Bars Inn is the only Forbes Four-Star awarded spa on Cape Cod. It offers treatments designed to soothe and restore the body, mind, and soul. They offer everything you need to completely relax and recharge before, during, and after your treatment, including saunas, steam showers, an outdoor relaxation pool, and a hot tub. Treatments include massage therapies, skin care, zen garden cabana treatments, and more. Learn more about nearby boat services on our Chatham destination page.

Bar Harbor Inn – Bar Harbor, ME

Located at the gateway to Acadia National Park, the spa at Bar Harbor Inn overlooks Frenchman Bay and offers Swedish massage, rejuvenating facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing, body treatments, and more. Best of all, the spa is just a three-minute walk from the town pier. Learn all about nearby boat services on our Bar Harbor destination page.