When you think of wellness spas, health resorts, or luxury spa resorts, chances are the name Miraval will come to mind. Miraval Spas & Resorts are some of the best in the business, and we especially love them because they can be booked using World of Hyatt points.
These luxury resorts invite guests to live a “life in balance” through mindfulness practices, unique classes, healthy food, fitness classes, and total relaxation.
In this post, we’ll show you what Miraval Resorts are all about and will take you on a tour of all 3 locations — Miraval Arizona, Miraval Austin, and Miraval Berkshires.
Miraval Resorts & Spas
Miraval Resorts & Spas is a luxury, adults-only, all-inclusive wellness brand that focuses on helping guests achieve a “life in balance.” In 1995, the original Miraval Arizona location in Tucson opened its doors with the intention of combining luxury accommodations with mindfulness to create a one-of-a-kind wellness experience.
There are now 3 Miraval locations. In 2019, Miraval Austin opened, followed quickly by Miraval Berkshires in 2020, however, the original location in Tucson remains the most popular.
A brand new location, Miraval The Red Sea, is set to open by the end of 2023.
Miraval Resorts encourage you to unplug and be present. Because of that, digital devices aren’t permitted in most public areas (unless you’re taking photos). Image Credit: Katie SeemannOne of Miraval’s goals is to help guests be mindful and present in the current moment. Because of that, Miraval Resorts & Spas are mostly digital device-free. There are designated areas where devices like phones or iPads are permitted, and of course, you are free to use them in your room. While you are encouraged to not use your phone to talk, text, etc., you’re welcome to have it with you to take photos.
What’s Included?
Miraval Resorts & Spas are all-inclusive, so while the room rates can be high, there’s a lot that’s included in the price.
$175 Nightly Credit per Person
Each guest at Miraval gets a $175 per night resort credit. This credit is automatic and can be used for special activities or spa treatments. It can not be applied to the purchase of alcohol. You’ll get this credit even if you book your Miraval stay with World of Hyatt points.
Food and Beverage
Food and non-alcoholic beverages are included during your stay. The culinary experience at Miraval is not your typical all-inclusive food — it’s fresh, healthy, and delicious, with a focus on local and organic food whenever possible. Even things like smoothies, snacks, and specialty coffees are included.
Activities
While some activities have an additional charge, there are tons of options that are included. There’s a daily activity calendar so that you can easily see what’s included and what’s not.
Miraval’s daily activity calendar clearly shows which activities have an extra charge. Image Credit: MiravalGuests at Miraval also get a printed-out schedule that lists all of the activities offered each day.
Miraval guests will get a schedule for the week detailing each day’s activity options upon check-in. Image Credit: Katie SeemannBottom Line: Miraval Resorts & Spas are luxury, adults-only, all-inclusive resorts with a focus on health and wellness. There are currently 3 locations — Miraval Arizona, Miraval Austin, and Miraval Berkshires. A 4th location, Miraval The Red Sea, in Saudi Arabia is set to open by the end of 2023.
Resort Fee
Miraval Resorts charge a hefty 23% resort fee per night. On top of already high prices, this can add hundreds of dollars to your nightly room rate.
One way to avoid paying this resort fee is to use World of Hyatt points to book your room since Hyatt waives resort fees on award stays. However, if you book a cash + points rate, you’ll have to pay the resort fee.
Miraval Resorts charge a hefty 23% resort fee. Image Credit: MiravalHow To Use World of Hyatt Points to Stay at Miraval
In 2017, Miraval Resorts joined the Hyatt brand of families, opening its doors to an entirely new audience of points-loving travelers.
Hyatt is a favorite hotel brand among many points and miles enthusiasts because you can get excellent value when using points for hotel stays. The fact that you can use points to stay at a brand like Miraval makes these points even better.
Since Miraval is all-inclusive, the pricing is per person, so you’ll need to correctly enter the number of people in your reservation. For a free night redemption, it costs an extra 17,500 to 22,000 points per night to add a second person to the reservation, and for a cash + points redemption, you’ll pay an extra 8,750 to 11,000 points per night for a second guest.
To book your stay at Miraval with World of Hyatt points, call 866-792-3395.
Standard Award Chart for Miraval Resorts
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| Standard Room | Standard Suite
| Premium Suite
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| Off-Peak | Standard | Peak | Off-Peak | Standard | Peak | Off-Peak | Standard | Peak |
| Cost for 1 person | 40,000 | 45,000 | 50,000 | 65,000 | 75,000 | 85,000 | 95,000 | 105,000 | 115,000 |
| Cost for 2 people | 57,500 | 65,000 | 72,000 | 82,500 | 95,000 | 107,000 | 112,500 | 125,000 | 137,000 |
| Cash + Points Award Chart for Miraval Resorts |
| Standard Room
| Standard Suite
| Premium Suite
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| Off-Peak | Standard | Peak | Off-Peak | Standard | Peak | Off-Peak | Standard | Peak |
| Cost for 1 person | 20,000 + cash | 22,500 + cash | 25,000 + cash | 32,500+ cash | 37,500 + cash | 42,500 + cash | 47,500 + cash | 52,500 + cash | 57,500 + cash |
| Cost for 2 people | 28,750 + cash | 32,500 + cash | 36,000 + cash | 41,250 + cash | 47,500 + cash | 53,500 + cash | 56,250 + cash | 62,500 + 5cash | 68,500 + cash |
The cash portion is 50% to 70% off the standard price for the chosen room.
Bottom Line: To book an award stay at Miraval Resorts with World of Hyatt points, call 866-792-3395. The cost is per person and starts at 40,000 points for an off-peak award for 1 person.
Earn More World of Hyatt Points
Thankfully it’s relatively easy to earn lots of World of Hyatt points because, in addition to earning points through Hyatt stays or using a Hyatt co-branded credit card, Hyatt partners with Chase Ultimate Rewards, which means you can transfer Chase points to Hyatt.
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Hot Tip: Miraval Resorts & Spas aren’t the only all-inclusive resorts that you can book with World of Hyatt points. Hyatt Zilara is another brand of adults-only all-inclusive resorts, while Hyatt Ziva resorts are suitable for those with kids.
Miraval Arizona
Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa was the original and is still the most popular of the 3 resorts. Located off of a dusty road in the middle of the Sonoran Desert, this location exudes southwest charm and total relaxation from the moment you enter.
Amenities
The amenities at Miraval in Tucson are plentiful. First of all, there are over 100 different classes and activities offered each week, including fitness, yoga, and meditation, plus lectures on a myriad of wellness topics.
You can challenge yourself on the outdoor challenge course or focus on mindfulness by spending time in one of the resort’s 2 labyrinths. Miraval Arizona is also home to the original Equine Experience at Purple Sage Ranch created by Wyatt Webb.
You can experience one of Miraval’s signature equine experiences at Purple Sage Ranch. Image Credit: Katie SeemannFor days when you just want to unplug and relax, there’s the Life in Balance Spa offering a variety of treatments including massages, facials, nail treatments, body renewal rituals, ayurvedic treatments, and so much more.
There are 3 pools on the property offering fitness classes or the opportunity to relax on a lounge chair without anything to do.
Food and Beverage
Food and non-alcoholic drinks are included in your stay at Miraval Arizona. There’s 1 main restaurant along with plenty of other places to grab a snack or drink during your stay.
Palm Court Cafe is open for grab-and-go smoothies, coffee, and snacks throughout the day. Image Credit: Miraval Arizona- Cactus Flower Restaurant: This is the resort’s main restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
- Coyote Moon Bar & Lounge: Grab an evening cocktail and light snacks at the resort’s bar.
- Life in Balance Culinary Kitchen: This educational kitchen hosts workshops and events.
- Oasis Poolside Bar: Grab a drink or snack while you relax by the pool.
- Palm Court Café: This grab-and-go cafe serves coffee, specialty smoothies, light bites, and snacks throughout the day.
Bottom Line: Food and non-alcoholic drinks are included in your room rate at Miraval. Alcoholic beverages are available for an extra charge. Your $175 resort credit can not be used for the purchase of alcoholic beverages.
Rooms
Miraval Arizona offers a variety of rooms and suites in casita-style buildings scattered throughout the property. Each room is serene and comfortable and includes things like a meditation cushion, Himalayan singing bowl, Miraval Resort signature bedding, and, of course, a cell phone “sleeping bag” to encourage you to unplug.
Each room has a “cell phone sleeping bag” to help encourage you to unplug. Image Credit: Katie SeemannMiraval Arizona offers rooms, suites, villas, and The Retreat.
Basic guestrooms are spacious (400 to 600 square feet) and all come with an outdoor patio. The largest option is the Sunrise Room which comes with an outdoor fire pit and a large bathroom with an outdoor shower.
The Sunrise Room has a soaking tub and an outdoor shower. Image Credit: Miraval Arizona.Miraval suites offer even more space plus luxury amenities like separate living rooms, outdoor showers, fireplaces, and private outdoor patios.
There are 3 types of villas at Miraval Arizona for those looking for a space that feels more like a residence than a hotel. Each 3-bedroom villa has a full kitchen, multiple bathrooms, and large outdoor patios with exquisite mountain views. The Zen Villa even has a private plunge pool.
The Retreat at Miraval Arizona offers unique spaces ranging from a 600 square foot studio to a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom luxury retreat. Amenities in these units varies but guests can expect things like spa-style bathrooms with indoor/outdoor showers, private patios, pools, outdoor fireplaces, and much more.
The Unity Retreat. Image Credit: Miraval ArizonaMiraval Austin
Miraval Austin Resort & Spa is located in the hills of Texas on Lake Travis and promises to deliver the Miraval experience with a Texas twist.
Amenities
Miraval Austin features a daily schedule of over 50 wellness-focused activities, plus over 20 fitness, yoga, and meditation classes. There are 2 pools and even a yoga barn.
The yoga barn at Miraval Austin. Image Credit: Miraval AustinThe Life in Balance Spa offers over 60 services to help you feel relaxed and pampered.
The proximity to Lake Travis offers the option of water activities, while Cypress Creek Farm gives guests the opportunity to connect to the earth.
Cypress Creek Ranch allows guests to enjoy the Miraval Equine Experience while the Hill Country Challenge Course provides the chance to break through emotional and physical boundaries while trying out various activities like the climbing wall or Quantum Leap, a 25-foot vertical pole.
Hot Tip: A new 3-tiered challenge course featuring obstacles like a balance beam, tightropes, and log crossings is expected to open in April 2022.
Food and Beverage
Dining at Miraval Austin follows the “Conscious Cooking” philosophy, featuring constantly changing menus with wholesome, fresh, and locally grown ingredients. All meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages are included in your stay at Miraval Austin.
The Nest serves snacks and smoothies throughout the day and turns into a full bar in the evenings. Image Credit: Miraval AustinThere are 3 main dining options at Miraval Austin with an additional 2 spaces for classes and special events.
- Discovery Café: Enjoy cocktails and snacks at this poolside cafe.
- The Hilltop Crossings Kitchen: With views of Lake Travis, the resort’s main restaurant serves healthy cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- Life in Balance Culinary Kitchen: This space hosts culinary workshops and special events.
- The Nest: During the day, guests can grab a snack or smoothie, and in the evenings, stop by for a cocktail or glass of wine.
- The Nook: This space is available for private dining events.
Hot Tip: Coming Soon to Miraval Austin is the Keep Miraval Fresh food truck! This food truck will feature organic ingredients from Cypress Creek Farm.
Rooms
Spa-inspired rooms and suites at Miraval Austin invite guests to relax completely. Standard amenities include TV meditation channels, Himalayan singing bowls, a meditation cushion, filtered water, and a minifridge.
Guest rooms range in size from about 220 to 425 square feet and include Miraval’s signature cloud bedding and in-room robes. The Hill Country King Room even comes with private patio space and an outdoor shower.
A Dreamcatcher King Room at Miraval Austin. Image Credit: Miraval AustinFor those opting for a suite, there’s the Austin Suite With Parlor Room. This large suite has just over 800 square feet of space spread out over a large living area and a separate king bedroom. These luxurious accommodations include a plush sitting area, distinctive art on the walls, twice-daily housekeeping, and beautiful Texas views.
Miraval Berkshires
Miraval Berkshires Resort & Spa, which opened in 2020, is the newest resort in the Miraval portfolio. Located in the western Massachusetts vacation destination known as The Berkshires, this resort exudes New England charm.
Amenities
Miraval Berkshires offers over 50 wellness-focused lectures and over 20 fitness and yoga classes. There’s a daily schedule online outlining everything that’s offered.
The main outdoor pool at Miraval Berkshires. Image Credit: Miraval BerkshiresThere are 3 pools on the property — 1 outdoor, 1 indoor lap pool, and 1 in the spa. The Life in Balance Spa offers a variety of treatments to relax and rejuvenate.
There’s an outdoor challenge course as well as trails for hiking and biking. Guests also have access to equine experiences, as well as other outdoor activities like beekeeping, archery, and hatchet throwing.
Unline the other 2 Miraval Resorts, guests have access to a golf course at Miraval Berkshires.
Food and Beverage
As is with both other Miraval Resorts, Miraval Berkshires’ culinary program focuses on fresh, local, and healthy food.
1894 Fireside Bistro & Bar. Image Credit: Miraval Berkshires- 1894 Fireside Bistro & Bar: Located in the Wyndhurst Mansion, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a French twist.
- Harvest Moon Restaurant: This is the resort’s main restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily.
- In-Room Dining: A small menu is available for delivery for a small fee.
- Life in Balance Culinary Kitchen: This educational culinary space hosts classes and special events.
- The Roost: During the morning and early afternoon, this spot serves up specialty coffees, smoothies, light lunches, and snacks. Then in the late afternoons and evenings, it serves cocktails and wine.
Rooms
There are many unique room options at Miraval Berkshires, including rooms, cottages, suites, carriage houses, and even a mansion!
Guestrooms and suites at Miraval Berkshires are modern and serene. Image Credit: Miraval BerkshiresGuestrooms have basic Miraval amenities like a meditation cushion and stacking stones. Some rooms come with unique features like a private balcony or vintage bathroom. Suites are larger with separate sitting areas or living rooms.
Rooms and suites at Miraval Berkshires are spread out among historic and modern cottages. The historic cottages include the 8-room Discovery Cottage, 18-room Tranquility Cottage, and 27-room Serenity Cottage.
The modern cottages are Renewal Cottage, which consists of 26 rooms in 2 buildings, and Reflection Cottage, which has 21 rooms in 2 buildings.
The Reflection Cottage. Image Credit: Miraval BerkshiresThe Miraval Berkshires Carriage Houses feature an additional 10 suites that come with a wet bar or kitchenette and updated bathrooms.
There are an additional 10 rooms and suites in the Wyndhurst Mansion, which will officially become part of Miraval Berkshires in April 2022.
Final Thoughts
Miraval Resorts & Spas is an adults-only, all-inclusive wellness brand within the Hyatt portfolio. The 3 Miraval locations all focus on promoting mindfulness and wellness through a variety of activities, classes, and unique experiences.
These resorts aren’t your ordinary all-inclusives. They serve healthy, gourmet food, promote relaxation and mindfulness, and even include a nightly $175 resort credit per person in the room rate. If you want a truly unique and thoughtful experience with a luxury twist, Miraval Resorts & Spas will be right up your alley.
