04/23/04

Spa indulgence above Snoqualmie Falls for hotel guests and weary city dwellers.

by Allison Austin

The Scene
The spa, on the top floor of the Salish Lodge, is hindered by its location: Since the waiting room is adjacent to the gym, the occasional hotel guest may wander through or be lifting weights while you're awaiting your appointment, garbed in nothing but a thin white robe. Once inside the warm, dim massage and facial rooms, things improve.

The Services
While one could easily spend hundreds of dollars on one of the all-encompassing packages, your best bet is to go for the Salish Sampler, which includes a 50-minute massage (your choice of heated stone or traditional massage) and a 50-minute facial. Or try the Falls Refresher, which adds 50 minutes of foot and hand revitalization to the Salish Sampler package. Just need a quick fix? Go for the facial: Salish's version is a less intense, more relaxing facial.