The Oaks at Ojai, just over an hour from Los Angeles, sees guests return time and again. Perhaps it’s the low-key atmosphere and lack of pretense. Or maybe it’s the incredible variety of activities. Maybe it’s their affordable rates. Whatever the formula, it clearly works for this health and wellness spa.
Sheila Cluff, now over 70, founded The Oaks in 1979 and remains at its heart. The spa is committed to inspiring wellness and to jump starting healthy living. Did we mention the wide variety of activities? The Oaks rounds out a traditional mélange of fitness classes with hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, belly dancing and, new this year, hoola hooping which they promise turns a childhood pastime into a “great workout for your waistline.” Mixed in with the full schedule of fitness classes are classes designed to educate you along the way to a healthier lifestyle.
With rates that start at just $195/per person per night, and include a bevy of fitness classes, full use of the facilities, three healthy meals plus snacks, the Oaks at Ojai is a tremendous value. And we love their special weeks and special rates. Two of our upcoming favorites are the Oaks “Hard Hat Special” during which they are offering 25% off from September through December while they renovate their lobby (what’s a little dust between friends) and the September 6 mother daughter week which offers the daughter (or son) a 40% discount.
