Meet Our Spa Team
dedicated to your rest and rejuvenation
At The Umstead Spa, our dedicated team of skilled therapists, estheticians, and wellness professionals are committed to creating a serene, transformative experience for every guest. With a deep understanding of both traditional and modern techniques, our team brings a personalized approach to each treatment, guided by intuition, expertise, and the highest standards of care.
From soothing massages to results-driven facials and luxurious body rituals, our spa professionals are passionate about promoting well-being, relaxation, and radiant renewal. Every service is thoughtfully tailored to support your unique needs, allowing space for rest, restoration, and balance in a tranquil, five-star environment.
Director of Spa
Susan Hunnell
A Durham native, Susan is a proud graduate of North Carolina State University with a B.S. in Business Management and Marketing. After graduating, Susan spent the next eight years as an Advertising Account Executive for several area radio stations building relationships with businesses to achieve their marketing goals. With a family move to Colorado, Susan delved into management at a skincare and cosmetics company where she thrived at building and guiding a team. In 2017 Susan joined St Julian Hotel and Spa in Boulder as the Spa Director where she discovered her passion for luxury hospitality, managing Spa teams and creating memorable moments for guests. In 2024, Susan moved back to North Carolina and joined the team at the Umstead Hotel and Spa, accepting the role as Spa Director. Happy to be back in the triangle, she resides in Holly Springs with her husband and youngest child. A strong advocate and volunteer for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation since 1998, Susan also enjoys family time, gathering with friends, and escaping to the beach.