With the wellness industry continuously growing and expected to expand annually at a rate of 5-10%, hotels across the country are embracing health trends and stretching to new heights.
Here is a list of the most serene and soul-soothing yoga spaces at hotels and resorts, across South Florida and beyond, featuring various outdoor fitness areas, class offerings and holistic health experiences.
Palm Beach County
Amrit Ocean Resort
The newly opened Amrit Ocean Resort is a revolutionary luxury wellness resort rooted in five pillars of wellness: mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, relaxation and sleep. The fitness and mindfulness pillars are highlighted in the resort’s extensive yoga options, which focus on meditation and breathwork authentically curated by globally renowned wellness leaders. Amrit has several oceanfront indoor and outdoor yoga rooms and terraces overlooking its Aayush and Zen garden. The resort offers a variety of classes throughout the day, including morning meditation and restorative yoga; afternoon vinyasa, hatha and power yoga; and evening yoga nidra and sound bath meditation. All classes are complimentary for hotel guests and the schedule changes weekly. Each guest room is also equipped with yoga mats. Class Descriptions: HERE
Miami
The Yoga Deck at The Elser Hotel
Escape the urban buzz of Downtown Miami and discover serenity at The Elser Hotel’s yoga deck, an outdoor retreat next to the hotel’s sparkling L-shaped pool that provides unmatched views of the city. Immerse yourself in this yoga haven, where the focus shifts effortlessly to your practice.
The Yoga Deck at Arlo Wynwood
Leave behind the hustle and bustle of Wynwood and find tranquility at Arlo Wynwood’s third-floor outdoor yoga deck. Drawing on the neighborhood’s artistic nature, the serene yoga deck is home to Florida-based collage artist Ari Robinson’s plexiglass mural, featuring overlapping organic shapes of varying sizes and hues that produce unique color combinations, shadows and reflections for a feeling of levity and calm. The sunset views from here are spectacular; if you’re able to catch it, you’re in for a treat!
Lincoln Road
Start the week on a relaxing note with free community yoga every Sunday at 10 a.m. at the Euclid Oval on Lincoln Road, the premier pedestrian promenade in the heart of Miami Beach, featuring over 200 shops, cafés, galleries, public art, culture, happenings and more. Guests of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate as local instructors lead a sequence of yoga and relaxation poses. Lincoln Road’s latest installation, the Chime Gardens, one of the largest collections of wind chimes, makes for the perfect soundtrack.
The Plunge Deck at The Gates Hotel South Beach
Elevate your yoga experience on the expansive plunge deck overlooking The Gates Hotel’s pool and the Collins Waterway. This South Beach locale, characterized by a refreshing sea breeze and art deco aesthetics, provides an ideal setting for an outdoor yoga session that harmonizes seamlessly with its natural surroundings. The Gates regularly hosts complimentary yoga classes for guests led by experienced instructors, leaving participants feeling revitalized and elevated in both body and spirit.
A Poolside Oasis at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club
Unwind in the serene surroundings of Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club’s pool deck, a superior yoga space where guests enjoy exclusive daily fitness classes, including a variety of yoga sessions led by Cadillac’s partner, Nobe Yoga. The schedule includes Vinyasa Yoga from 8-9 a.m. on weekdays and 9-10 a.m. on Saturdays. For a deeper sense of tranquility, guests can join Yoga & Meditation sessions on Thursdays and Sundays. After yoga, relax by the grandiose pool lined with gorgeous palm trees, salmon-pink umbrellas and design elements symbolic of Miami’s vibrant aesthetic.
Skyline Deck Yoga at The Betsy
The Betsy is a 130-room, family-owned and -operated oceanfront boutique resort located within the South Beach Art Deco District in Miami Beach. The celebrated luxury resort opened in March 2009 following a complete restoration of the historic Betsy Ross Hotel and later underwent a groundbreaking expansion that merged the former art deco Carlton Hotel. As a complimentary amenity for all hotel guests, daily vinyasa flow yoga classes are available on the picturesque Skyline Deck from 7:30-8:30 a.m. The space offers 360-degree views of the Atlantic Ocean and Miami’s skyline. Guests can take in the fresh ocean breeze and warm South Florida sun. Mats, towels and blocks are provided.
Rooftop Pool Deck at The Gabriel South Beach
The Gabriel South Beach is a boutique property centrally located on Ocean Drive directly across from South Beach. The 132-room hotel comprises four buildings and blends midcentury-modernism with quintessential Floridian style, creating an oasis-like vibe. Atop the hotel’s Floridita building, guests can take part in rooftop sunset yoga classes on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-7 p.m., providing a leisurely escape in the midst of a bustling city. Guests also have the opportunity to revel in the morning breeze during morning yoga flow sessions by the showstopping glass-bottom rooftop pool.
Rooftop Decks at The Balfour Hotel
Ideally located in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood, The Balfour Hotel is a historic property with 82 guest rooms and suites spread out over two art deco-style buildings connected by an enchanting courtyard. Hotel guests can participate in Viva Move yoga sessions every Sunday at 8 a.m. on the dual rooftop decks. Expert instructors guide attendees through a series of invigorating yoga flows and mindfulness practices for both beginner and experienced yogis. Guests receive a complimentary refreshing Mint Miami Lemonade after each session.
Key West
The Zen Garden at The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
Experience a tropical escape at The Marker Key West Harbor Resort’s Zen Garden. Surrounded by fragrant blossoms and vibrant foliage and accompanied by the soothing sounds of water, this sanctuary is a secluded retreat where yogis can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature while enjoying the luxurious ambiance of the resort. Additionally, The Marker offers complimentary poolside yoga every Saturday from 9-10 a.m. Following the class, participants can continue lounging by the pool, indulge in breakfast at Starboard Restaurant, or enjoy all the other activities the resort and Key West offer.
FLORIDA PANHANDLE
Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge at Hotel Effie Sandestin
Escape to a rooftop oasis surrounded by scenic views of the Gulf of Mexico and Choctawhatchee Bay at Ara Rooftop Pool & Lounge at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection. Every Saturday and Sunday at 8:30 a.m., guests can participate in complimentary yoga classes led by local instructors on the rooftop. After yoga, guests can kick back in a private cabana (available for reservation), take a dip in the pool, or enjoy a game of life-size chess, Connect 4 or cornhole. Named after the southern constellation, Ara is both a luxurious pool experience and a stylish rooftop lounge where guests will find the finest wines, handcrafted cocktails, craveable bites and more.
CHICAGO
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Set on the Magnificent Mile and near the upscale boutiques on Michigan Avenue, The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago offers a taste of luxury living in Chicago’s coveted Gold Coast neighborhood. The Ritz-Carlton Spa is a luxurious urban retreat led by the experts at K’Alma Spas, while the hotel’s state-of-the-art fitness center provides motivational views of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier. Travelers and locals can stretch out with daily group fitness classes led by local experts, including yoga, Pilates, barre sculpting, Zumba and more. Classes are $35 for hotel guests and the public and $25 for Carlton Club members.
NEW YORK
ART NoMad
Every Saturday, from 9-10 a.m., Arlo NoMad guests can enjoy a complimentary ($40 for non-hotel guests) nightlife-inspired Lit & Leanclass led by founder Liz Lindenmeier. The class takes place 31 stories above Midtown Manhattan at ART NoMad with silent disco headphones streaming DJ-curated house music that sets the tone for sculpting and cardio bursts. After the workout, sip on a refreshing mocktail and enjoy light bites with Instagramable, 360-degree views of the famed Manhattan skyline and the interactive SkyWalk glass floor.
ART Williamsburg
In Brooklyn, rooftops are playgrounds and wellness spots – the perfect places to meet friends and take in the view. ART Williamsburg at Arlo Williamsburg elevates that quintessential local experience to a new level by incorporating wellness on the rooftops. Every Friday from 9-10 a.m., hotel guests can partake in a complimentary yoga class ($35 for non-hotel guests) led by Kate Durand, founder of North Brooklyn yoga and Pilates studio YO BK Yoga. Highlights from the class include sun salutations, warriors, balancing postures, inversions, backbends and deep stretches alongside 360-degree views across NYC.
ART Midtown
Soak up spectacular panoramic NYC views from 26 stories in the sky as you immerse yourself in wellness at Arlo Midtown’s ART Midtown, a lush rooftop garden perched high above the city’s concrete jungle. Every other Wednesday, from 6:30-7:30 a.m., the rooftop destination hosts guests for a complimentary Sunrise Mobility Beyond class ($20 for non-hotel guests), where they can explore new body positions and stretches.
ART SoHo
Get closer to the city skyline at ART SoHo, where you can find gorgeous views of the Hudson River, the Freedom Tower, the downtown neighborhood and beyond. This do-it-all rooftop hosts a variety of yoga and exercise classes, including Brianna Joye Fitness, a Pilates-based workout with Brianna Joye of City Girls Who Walk, and Vuori SoHo x Arlo SoHo: Flow with Ozzy, a 60-minute yoga class led by Ozzy Aydogdu.