Bedford, PennsylvaniaBedford Springs
Omni Bedford Springs Resort & Spa
Presidential springs estate
Bedford Springs   Bedford, Pennsylvania
Renovated
2007
Price
$$$
Rated for
Wellness Heritage ResortOutside the door
The house
Omni Hotels & ResortsPresidential springs estate
The estate preserves the unhurried atmosphere of an early American spa retreat, centered on the curative mineral springs and shaded valley grounds.
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Eight natural mineral springs feed hydrotherapy circuits at the destination spa.
Remarkable
Eleven American presidents stayed at this 1806 landmark in the Allegheny foothills.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
For more than 200 years, the property’s eight springs have served as a gathering place and still figure in the treatments at the 30,000-square-foot spa.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In the Cumberland Valley foothills, surrounded by two thousand wooded acres and natural mineral springs.
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The rooms
Most rooms open onto private balconies with rocking chairs looking out across the creek or up into the wooded hills.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
The spring-fed indoor pool was built in 1905 beneath a two-story colonnade. Outside, a heated pool overlooks the hills.
The spa and gym
Hot mineral whirlpools and an aroma steam room fill the bathhouse. Next door, the gym has cardio and strength machines.
At the table
The Crystal Room serves dinner under crystal chandeliers, and Frontier Tavern pours local craft brews beside exposed stone walls.
How it began
The resort originated in 1806 as the Stone Inn, where Aaron Burr sheltered following his duel with Alexander Hamilton.
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Our shorthand
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.