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The
Spa at Norwich Inn
Within a reasonable
drive from both Boston (1 1/2 hours) and
New York City (just over 2 hours), the
Spa at Norwich Inn is located well for a
weekend getaway. And what a getaway it
is! Once you pass the high privet hedge
that separates Norwich Inn from the main
road, you'll discover a whole new world.
History of
Norwich Inn
The main building was built
in 1929 and soon became host to the rich
and famous like George Bernard Shaw,
Frank Sinatra, and Edward, Prince of
Wales. Years later, it went through a
rough stretch when it served as a holding
pen for the local police and then as a
boarding house. But in 1999, its new
owners, the Mashantucket Pequot Indians
(owners of the nearby Foxwoods Casino
Resort), spiffed it up with a $14 million
restoration. The result? 49 rooms with
homey charm and elegant amenities
(including fluffy white robes and
toiletries from the Spa). Want some extra
privacy? Sign up for one of the
attractively furnished villas and enjoy
the extra luxury of relaxing in front of
a wood-burning fireplace or on a terrace
overlooking the Inn's 42 acres of
landscaped grounds.
The Spa
There is no question,
though, that as nice as the rooms might
be, you've really come to enjoy the spa
services. Whether your idea of a spa
weekend includes manicures, massages and
meditation or if you'd rather devote
yourself to a strenuous fitness regime,
you'll be happy here: there are 32
treatment rooms and a friendly and
knowledgeable staff ready to serve you.
Insider
Tips
DON'T miss the
afternoon tea which includes a fabulous
selection of gourmet teas and to-die-for
scones. Even if you've come to tone up a
bit, they are truly worth the extra
calories!
DO forgo a trip to
Foxwoods. The harried, smoky atmosphere
of the casino will destroy the sense of
tranquility you've been enjoying so much,
and the food at Kensington's (the Inn's
restaurant) is far superior to anything
at Foxwoods.
Learn More
For more information or to
reserve your spa weekend, visit the Spa
at Norwich Inn web site.
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