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The Umstead

Cary, United States

  1. WORLD’S BEST WELLNESS HOTELS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 37 2026
The Umstead

Hotel on a wooded property in Cary, near Raleigh, with a lake and walking trails. The spa has pools, hot tubs and saunas, and Heron's restaurant serves breakfast and brunch.

Highlights

  • Wooded grounds with a lake
  • Spa pools, hot tubs, saunas
  • Heron's breakfast and brunch

Good to know

  • Turndown service each evening
  • Heated outdoor pool and hot tub

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