Spa Monarch Earns USA TODAY 10Best Nomination, Continuing to Redefine Colorado Mountain Luxury
Fourth consecutive Best Hotel Spa nomination spotlights a 23rd-floor mountain wellness destination less than an hour from Denver
July 13, 2026
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Colorado mountain luxury extends well beyond its iconic ski resort towns. Spa Monarch, found on the 23rd floor of Monarch Casino Resort Spa, is located in the historic, rugged mining City of Black Hawk. Where aches and pains were common among gold miners 167 years ago, guests now enjoy unparalleled luxury, featuring iconic Rocky Mountain views, immersive spa amenities, and treatments designed for ultimate relaxation, recovery, and rejuvenation.
This unique approach has earned Spa Monarch its fourth consecutive nomination in USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Hotel Spa. It’s a run that began in 2023 when Spa Monarch finished #4 in voting before earning back-to-back #2 finishes in the past two years, placing it consistently among the country’s leading hotel spas.
Spa Monarch’s menu reflects a modern mountain wellness approach with services designed around relaxation, recovery, hydration, and sensory restoration. Notable offerings include:
- The Mountain Climber Massage
- Migration into Hydration Body Treatment
- Healing Sound Massage
- Chakra Balancing
- 24K Gold Immersion
Learn more about Spa Monarch’s menu here.
“Every visit to Spa Monarch is a unique experience, curated for guests who want wellness that feels personal and serves as the ultimate escape from stressful day-to-day life,” said Erica Ferris, Director of Marketing at Monarch Casino Resort Spa. “The innovative spa menu and the amenities ranging from the Mountain Bath steamroom, the Brine Inhalation Light Therapy Room, to the Aqua Lounge, allow guests to try something new every time they visit.”
Public voting is open now through Monday, August 10, at 10 a.m. MDT. Readers can vote once per day for Spa Monarch by clicking here.
Winners will be announced on Wednesday, August 19, at 10 a.m. MDT
For more information about Spa Monarch at Monarch Casino Resort Spa, visit MonarchBlackHawk.com/wellness.