5 Luxury Spas That Help Ward Off Seasonal Affective Disorder

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• The lobby and sky-lit hot tub at G2O; via Facebook

  G2O Spa & Salon: As its name suggests, G2O appreciates the nourishing

• Relaxation lounge at Bella Sante; via Facebook

  Bella Sante: Another Newbury Street heavy-hitter, Bell

• Heat and water experiences at the Spa at Mandarin Oriental; via Facebook

  The Spa at Mandari

• The nail bar at Exhale Back Bay; via Facebook

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• The roof garden at Emerge; via Facebook

  Emerge Spa & Salon: This beautifully manicured five-story

There is no better time of year than now to boost your spirits at an over-the-top spa. You've surrendered to those lofty new year's resolutions, are shedding dry skin like a snake, and are seriously suffering from seasonal affective disorder. Fortunately, Boston has its share of luxurious urban oases for you to splurge. Last year we mapped out the city's fanciest treatments and elixirs, but today let's take a look at five award-winning day spas, including the only Forbes Five-Star destination in Massachusetts.

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