Quick answer: Dominica’s volcanic interior gives it natural hot springs and mineral pools, and a small group of eco resorts builds wellness around the landscape, from treetop spas to off-grid yoga pavilions. Pair a spa stay with rainforest walks to places like the Emerald Pool.
Hot springs and mineral pools
Warm, mineral-rich water rises straight from the volcano in several parts of the island. The Roseau Valley around Wotten Waven is the best known area for soaking pools, and the Soufrière area on the south coast has hot springs close to the sea. They are the best recovery after a long hike or a festival night.
Where to stay for wellness
Discover Dominica highlights these resorts for wellness stays:
- Jungle Bay, above the Soufrière coast: yoga studios with ocean views, a full-service spa and organic meals.
- Secret Bay, near Portsmouth: a Relais & Châteaux resort with the Gommier Spa in the treetops over Tibay Beach and a wellness pavilion beside the Cario River.
- Coulibri Ridge, on 200 acres above the southern coast: off-grid, running on solar and wind power, with a yoga pavilion and a spa using local ingredients.
- InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa, near Portsmouth: the Téya Wellness Sanctuary, with volcanic mud wraps and treatments drawing on Dominican herbal traditions.
- Rosalie Bay Eco Resort, in a 28-acre nature reserve on the southeast coast: a spa using river stones, local coconut oil, sulphur and seaweed. In summer, sea turtles nest on the beach.
Gentle nature to pair with a spa stay
The Emerald Pool is an easy rainforest walk to a waterfall and pool, and Trafalgar Falls is a short drive up the Roseau Valley. See our things to do.
