Greater Parkersburg is home to a variety of unique, relaxing experiences for those looking for weekend trip ideas or those looking to treat themselves after the holidays.

The Blennerhassett Hotel & Spa, located in the heart of Downtown Parkersburg, is the perfect spot for those looking for a weekend away from home or one night out. The historic Blennerhassett Hotel is home to the Medi Spa, the area’s premiere wellness retreat and day spa. The Medi Spa offers a variety of services, including Repêchage skincare and facials, custom anti-aging treatments, massages, waxing, cosmetics and more.

The hotel’s Restaurant and Lounge is perfect for those looking for a delicious contemporary meal during their night out. Inside the hotel is also the 1889 “Speakeasy” Club offering handcrafted cocktails and a great atmosphere.  The Blennerhassett Hotel is perfect for tourists or locals looking to get away and relax this January.

One of the most relaxing experiences in Greater Parkersburg is the Oasis Salt Cave in Vienna, WV. Spend 45 minutes in the salt cave and experience the benefits of halotherapy, a holistic healing method involving dry salt therapy. It causes your body to release more serotonin and makes you feel as relaxed as can be. The Oasis Salt Cave also offers Renew Wellness, holistic complementary healthcare with a variety of different services and techniques. Oasis is also not far from the award-winning Holl’s Swiss Chocolates, the perfect treat to bring home or back to your hotel.

Body Elements is a wellness spa in Parkersburg that offers airbrush tanning, tanning beds, hair services and massage therapy. They also have a gift shop with high-quality handmade products. The owner is extremely passionate and knowledgeable, and she makes many of the products you see herself!

For those looking to immerse themselves in nature, The Loghouse Homestead Bed & Breakfast is right outside North Bend State Park and the North Bend Rail Trail. The ideal guest house for a honeymoon, anniversary or any special occasion down a quiet country lane off the beaten path. The homestead has been featured on TV and in several magazines, making it one of the most unique lodging experiences here in the area.

To satisfy your sweet tooth, Greater Parkersburg boasts a variety of delicious coffee shops like the Bakery and Coffeehouse and Stoked Coffee, and ice cream shops like Crown Décor & Gifts’ Confectionary and Scots Landscape’s Sugar Grove.

If you’re ready to rest and recharge after the holidays, Greater Parkersburg is the perfect place to be.