Aji Spa & Salon
Aji, meaning “Sanctuary” in the Pima language, is Arizona’s only Native American spa and one of only seven spas in the state to earn the Mobil Four-Star Award. The Gila River Indian Community invites you to embody the simplicity, serenity and lifestyle of the Pima and Maricopa Indians.
Aji offers the only truly authentic Native American spa menu in existence. The Indigenous Collection features treatments and activities designed and practiced by Aji’s Pima and Maricopa Cultural Care Takers. Each cultural offering is subjected to an extensive approval process by Tribal Elders to ensure authenticity and respect of sacred doctrines. The ancient Pima and Maricopa cultures are also showcased throughout the spa in design elements, artwork, architecture and shared legends.
Our, 17,500-square-foot spa, which features 17 treatment rooms, a salon, fitness center, a traditional Native American roundhouse used for meditation and a relaxing watsu pool, offers the finest in spa services developed from ancient rituals, including custom-combinations of natural herbs and locally grown ingredients, such as white clay, Shegoi (Creosote) and river rocks from the Gila River. Through its design, story-telling art, gardens, treatments and programs, Aji Spa will inspire you with clarity and a renewed perspective as you seek sanctuary from your world of daily stress and cares.