Sometimes R&R costs hundreds of dollars in spa treatments and maybe even translates to an international excursion (wishful thinking?) and other times, it’s a night away from all the madness within a 10-minute drive of your front door. We’ve rounded up a list of boutique hotels in Essex County that will leave any guest feeling well-rested, recharged, and ready to conquer the world.
Les Saisons Bed and Breakfast | 304 Elmwood Avenue, Maplewood
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Les Saisons is a French, Victorian-era home that is surrounded by lush greenery and gardens, perfect for quaint walks and sunset viewings. Les Saisons translates to “the seasons” in French and represents the themes that can be found in each of the four standard rooms. There are also two suites that can accommodate a small group or family.
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The house is filled with genuine antique furniture, decor, and oil paintings that transport guests to a different period of time; a true getaway. The delicious, complimentary breakfast is prepared by the hosts every morning and served in the spacious grand dining room. Located nearby lively downtown Maplewood, which is filled with dining and shopping, Les Saisons is also close to local parks, a golf course, and the Short Hills Mall.
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The George | 37 North Mountain Avenue, Montclair
This private residence turned boutique hotel is owned by Montclair native and beauty icon Bobbi Brown in partnership with her husband Steven Plofker. The couple purchased the property in 2012, shortly after the building was designated as a historic landmark, and designed each of the 32 rooms to have a unique aesthetic.
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In addition to being pet-friendly, rooms are equipped with furnishings and amenities from top brands like SMEG, Casper, Dyson, and Nespresso. The hotel is also situated within walking distance to Bloomfield Avenue shopping and restaurants, the Montclair Art Museum, and Van Vleck House and Gardens. Learn more about The Montclair Girl team visit at The George here.
The Wilshire Grand Hotel | 350 Pleasant Valley Way, West Orange
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A premier hotel and event space, The Wilshire Grand Hotel, is highly regarded as one of the best in the area by Wedding Wire and Trip Advisor. It offers all the luxurious amenities of a large chain hotel, like a fitness center, conference rooms, and event spaces while still maintaining a local, boutique flair.
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The hotel provides free breakfast for all guests and is pet-friendly. For the avid golfer, The Wilshire Grand is also located between not one, not two, but three country clubs. Eagle Rock Reservation is a short drive away for those looking to explore the hiking trails and experience some of the county’s greatest scenic views.
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Westminster Hotel | 550 West Mount Pleasant Avenue, Livingston
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Modern and chic, this hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the Livingston shopping scene and is just steps away from the Cedar Hill Country Club. At the Westminster, the rooms are bright and spacious and the mindset is eco-friendly.
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The hotel’s utilities are powered by solar panels, there are robust recycling and reuse programs, and the linens within the room are organic. There is a sleek indoor heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi as well as an extensive fitness center equipped with cardio machines, mats for yoga and stretching, and screens for entertainment among other features. As of August 3rd, guests can now also indulge their taste buds at the long-awaited restaurant located in the hotel, The Feathered Fox, which is run by Executive Chef Chris Siversen of Maritime Parc (Jersey City).
V/O Medspa: Clifton’s Newest Beauty + Wellness Spot
This article is sponsored by V/O Medspa.
It’s no surprise that the secret to gorgeous skin is to give it some love. We see you tox + fillers. So, if you’re looking to treat yourself to some self-care, look no further than V/O Medspa. Located at 345 Allwood Road in Clifton, this brand-new medspa is an innovative and result-oriented spot for all things aesthetic. Whether skin rejuvenation, facials, injectables + fillers, or wellness, the team is ready to meet the diverse needs of each client, providing them with a personalized, luxurious experience to help them achieve radiant, confident skin. From now until the end of the year, V/O has a ton of promotions going on so that you can achieve your beauty and wellness goals and start the new year off with your best face forward. Keep reading to find out more about this local medspa in Clifton and the new client welcome specials available.
Available Treatments
V/O Med Spa provides a wide variety of aesthetic and skincare services to enhance clients’ natural beauty and promote overall wellness. Treatment options include advanced options for skin rejuvenation, anti-aging, and body contouring through non-invasive procedures and more advanced treatments.
The Clifton medspa has various facial treatment options such as different injectables + fillers. Many clients choose to use one of the popular tox treatments such as Botox and Jeuveau. For filler, choose from Juvederm, Restalyne, RHA Dermal Fillers, and others depending on your personal needs.
Skincare treatments at the medspa are meant to rejuvenate your skin, giving it a youthful glow. Broad Band Light + Moxi are two popular treatments for aging skin, acne, pigmentation issues, sun damage, and rosacea by depositing pulses of light energy into the upper layers of the skin. This procedure has little to no downtime and shows major results in creating a vibrant, more youthful look. Other popular treatments include Hydrafacial, microneedling, Linder Health Peels, Pixel8 RF, and other facial treatments.
Wellness is also at the forefront of the medspa and clients can be treated with several different medical treatments to enhance overall wellness, weight loss, and immunity. Available at V/O Med Spa are B12 shots, Glutathione injections, hormone replacement therapy, semaglutide therapy, and others.
What to Expect
The team at V/O Med Spa is all about providing a personalized and luxurious experience from start to finish. The welcoming and relaxing atmosphere coupled with the cutting-edge technology used to perform each service makes them a leader in the aesthetic and wellness industry.
Clients can expect to receive personalized, results-driven transformations with every service. V/O Medspa in Clifton is the place to go for advanced skincare and aesthetic treatments and everyone who is treated there can expect a warm, welcoming environment and leave with radiant, confident skin.
“Our expert team uses cutting-edge technology and techniques to deliver results-driven solutions tailored to your unique goals.” shared the Clifton team. “Whether you're seeking to rejuvenate your skin, combat signs of aging, or enhance your natural beauty, V/O MedSpa Clifton is here to guide you every step of the way.”
About V/O
V/O Medspa in Clifton is part of the V/O Medspa brand, which was created to establish a network of luxurious medspas that deliver personalized aesthetic treatments that use cutting-edge technology. Each location is designed to provide clients with a transformative experience that enhances confidence and beauty.
The Clifton location is owned by Gerry Walker, under the medical direction of Maria Garelick, and operated by office manager Nathalie along with the team of aestheticians, nurse practitioners, and support team have created a seamless experience that ensures the highest level of care and service.
“Our highly educated and skilled team of providers offers the latest products and services that are designed to meet the diverse needs of our guests,” shared office manager Nathalie. “Whether it’s skin rejuvenation, facials, injectables, fillers, or wellness, we are equipped to meet all of your needs. You will leave V/O Med Spa looking great and feeling amazing.”
Don’t forget, new clients can receive any facial for $169, Botox for $12 per unit, Jeuveau for $10 per unit, or 20% off of BBI/Moxi treatments when you use code ‘MONTCLAIR24’ online or mention ‘Montclair Girl’ in person until December 31st, 2024.
V/O Med Spa is located at 345 Allwood Road in Clifton. Email [email protected] or visit the site for more info.
