The Healing Arts Center & Spa: what to know before you go
The Healing Arts Center & Spa at Cavallo Point is an adults-only (18+) full-service spa with 11 treatment rooms, infrared saunas, a heated outdoor meditation pool, relaxation lounges and scheduled meditation-pool access tied to spa treatments. Spa facilities and the meditation pool are available only to guests 18+ who have a scheduled treatment and may use those facilities for up to one hour before or after their service.
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Where Cavallo Point is and how to get there
Cavallo Point is at 601 Murray Circle in Fort Baker, Sausalito, within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area at the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge. The property sits on the Fort Baker grounds and offers views of San Francisco Bay and the bridge.
The lodge provides a complimentary shuttle to the Sausalito Ferry Terminal and to Rodeo Beach (Wednesday–Sunday); public ferries run from Sausalito into San Francisco. If you need ground transfers, check schedule options and the shuttle reservation requirement (some services require 12 hours' notice).
- Address: 601 Murray Circle, Sausalito, CA 94965
- Shuttle to Sausalito Ferry Landing and Rodeo Beach: Wed–Sun (reservations may be required)
- Complimentary vintage e-bikes are available for guests to use
| Nearby spot | How Cavallo Point guests reach it |
|---|---|
| Saulsalito Ferry Terminal | Complimentary shuttle (Wed–Sun) |
| Rodeo Beach | Complimentary shuttle (Wed–Sun) |
| San Francisco (by ferry) | Public ferry from Sausalito; shuttle to ferry landing |
What the Healing Arts Center & Spa includes
The Healing Arts Center & Spa is adults-only (all guests must be 18 or older) and lists 11 treatment rooms. Signature treatments include the Organic (Swedish) Massage, a salt-stone massage, the Cavallo Point Signature Massage, and the Cavallo Signature Facial.
Spa amenities for guests who book a treatment include infrared saunas, a relaxation lounge, an outdoor fire pit and a heated outdoor meditation pool. Spa operating hours are Monday–Thursday 9:30am–6:00pm and Friday–Sunday 8:00am–9:00pm.
- Adults-only (18+)
- 11 treatment rooms
- Heated outdoor meditation pool (pool access tied to booked treatments)
- Infrared saunas, relaxation lounge, Zen garden and outdoor fire pit
- Spa hours: Mon–Thu 9:30am–6:00pm; Fri–Sun 8:00am–9:00pm
| Service type | Notes |
|---|---|
| Massage & bodywork | Includes signature massages and salt-stone treatments |
| Facials & scrubs | Including the Cavallo Signature Facial |
| Wellness services | Acupuncture, herbal consults, hypnotherapy and personal training listed by third-party sources |
How spa and meditation pool access works
Access to the meditation pool and spa facilities is available only to adults (18+) who have a scheduled spa treatment. Guests may use the spa facilities and the meditation pool for up to one hour before or after their scheduled service, during spa operating hours.
The spa is operated separately from the general hotel stay in terms of pool access policy; some third-party sites and guest reports indicate pool access is limited and should be confirmed directly with the property before booking if access is a priority.
- Spa/pool access requires a booked treatment (no general day-pass access listed)
- Use window: up to one hour before or after your treatment
- Confirm pool reservation with the spa in advance—policies can vary and third-party sites note limited slots
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can children use the spa or pool? | No — spa and meditation pool are adults-only (18+). |
| Can non-spa guests buy pool access? | Property information states pool access is tied to a scheduled treatment; no standalone day pass is listed. |
| How long can I use the pool? | Up to one hour before or after your scheduled spa treatment. |
Booking, hours and age policies to know
Spa hours: Monday–Thursday 9:30am–6:00pm; Friday–Sunday 8:00am–9:00pm. Check-in at Cavallo Point begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM (noon). Verify any late-arrival needs directly with the front desk.
The main property welcomes guests of all ages; the adults-only policy applies to the Healing Arts Center & Spa and its meditation pool only. Multiple booking sources list the minimum check-in age for the main guest as 18 (some list 21), so confirm the property's current policy when you book.
- Hotel check-in begins at 4:00 PM; check-out by 12:00 PM (noon)
- Healing Arts Center & Spa: 18+ only
- Spa access tied to scheduled treatments; reserve treatments in advance (limited availability)
- Show photo ID and a credit card at hotel check-in
| Thing | Policy/Hours |
|---|---|
| Spa operating hours | Mon–Thu 9:30am–6:00pm; Fri–Sun 8:00am–9:00pm |
| Pool access | Available to spa treatment guests; one-hour window before/after treatment |
| Minimum spa age | 18 years |
Rooms and where to stay if the spa is your focus
Cavallo Point offers rooms in two distinct styles: historic Army-post buildings and contemporary lodge-style buildings. Room categories include names such as Deluxe Room, City View (Historic); Deluxe Room (Historic); Standard Room (Historic); Suite, Golden Gate View (Contemporary); Suite, City View (Historic); and Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Historic), among others.
If you want easy access to spa hours and on-site amenities, request a room close to the main lodge and check with the front desk about walking routes to the Healing Arts Center & Spa. The property lists 142 rooms in total across the two styles.
- Room count: about 142 rooms across historic and contemporary styles
- Room names include: Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Historic); Deluxe Room, City View (Historic); Deluxe Room (Historic); Standard Room (Historic); Suite, City View (Historic); Deluxe Room, Golden Gate View (Contemporary); Suite, Golden Gate View (Contemporary).
- Check with the hotel about proximity to the spa when you book
| Room name (example) | Beds (as listed) |
|---|---|
| Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Historic) | 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed or 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Deluxe Room, City View (Historic) | 1 King Bed |
| Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Contemporary) | 1 King Bed |
| Standard Rooms, Golden Gate View (Contemporary) | 2 Queen Beds |
Dining, activities and other on-site amenities
Cavallo Point has two main restaurants: Sula (modern American with Mediterranean influences; reservations recommended via OpenTable) and Farley (a casual American gastropub operating on a walk-in basis). The property also offers the Tea Bar with teas, juices, soups and light fare.
On-site activities beyond the spa include a 24-hour fitness center (available to all guests), daily yoga classes included in resort amenities, complimentary vintage e-bikes, hiking trails around Fort Baker (Drown Road Trail and Chapel Steps), and the Cavallo Point Cooking School.
- Sula: breakfast, lunch and dinner with set hours (reservations recommended)
- Sula Lounge: small plates and evening drinks (open daily 4:00pm–11:00pm)
- Farley: walk-in gastropub with live music Monday evenings (7:00–9:30pm)
- 24-hour fitness center and daily yoga (included with resort fee)
- On-site hiking trails and complimentary e-bike use
| Amenity | Who can use it |
|---|---|
| 24-hour fitness center | All hotel guests |
| Daily yoga classes | All hotel guests (included in resort fee) |
| Cooking School and special classes | Available to guests—check schedule for class availability |
Practical tips before you go
Cavallo Point charges a nightly resort fee that covers amenities such as the fitness center, daily yoga, morning coffee/tea/pastries, shuttle service (Wed–Sun), vintage e-bike use and bell/concierge services. Confirm the current fee and inclusions when booking.
Pets: dogs only (up to two per room) are welcome for a fee; service animals are exempt. Parking is available on-site with both valet and self-parking at no charge, and there is an EV charging station on property.
- Bring photo ID and the credit card used to book (required at check-in)
- Children 17 and under stay free when sharing a room (property policy)
- Spa access and pool require a scheduled treatment—book spa appointments in advance
- Check weather and layers: Sausalito can be cool and windy even in summer; September–October are often the sunniest months
| Common question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the meditation pool open to families? | No — adults-only and tied to spa treatments. |
| Is parking available? | Yes — complimentary valet and self-parking; EV charging station on-site. |
| Does the resort include meals? | No — cavallo Point is not all-inclusive; restaurants and meals are charged separately. |
