Hot Springs, Virginia
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
Allegheny mineral resort
Hot Springs, Virginia
Renovated
2023
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Wellness ResortOutside the door
The house
Omni Hotels & ResortsAllegheny mineral resort
Guests come for the natural thermal waters, staying in an expansive mountain landmark that predates the American Revolution.
“The historic Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has welcomed 23 presidents over the years, and it’s renowned for its nearby Warm Springs Pools, the oldest spring baths in the country.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Operating since 1766, with twenty-four visiting American presidents across its Georgian Revival halls.
Remarkable
Geothermal mineral waters feed an adult Serenity Garden and outdoor Octagon Pool.
Remarkable
Two championship golf courses and a two-acre water park across 2,300 mountain acres.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
The Homestead screams quirky, artful, and vintage yet restored—capturing a whimsical, fairytale ambiance embellished with hints of Southern charm.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Bath County has no traffic lights. Quiet mountain roads lead five miles north to the historic Warm Springs Pools.
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The rooms
Rooms have traditional Virginia furnishings and framed prints. Selected suites open onto private balconies looking across the wooded ridges.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 1904 indoor pool is filled with natural spring water beneath an ornate coffered ceiling and arched windows.
The mineral pools
The outdoor mineral pools stay between 96 and 103 degrees, set against rustic stone walls with mountain views.
At the table
The American Audubon Dining Room serves regional dinners under a chandelier dome, and Jefferson's grills local Virginia steaks.
How it began
Captain Thomas Bullitt built an 18-room wooden lodge here in 1766 for travelers arriving on horseback to take the waters.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.