Los Angeles is known for its laid-back surf culture, but this star-studded city also has plenty of five-star spas. Soak in a magnesium-infused mineral pool, have your face rejuvenated with a hydrating facial or indulge in a full body treatment.
A luxury spa day is the ultimate form of self care. Find your oasis in DTLA, Beverly Hills or Venice Beach.
IntoMeSea
When it comes to spa in Los Angeles, few places embody the California spirit better than those in Southern California. IntoMeSea in Santa Monica is no exception. The state-of-the-art health studio uses water, salt, light and energy to heal and elevate the mind, body and soul. It offers specialized wellness therapies like floatation meditation, infrared sauna and Lucia Ndeg03 Light Travel—a quantum wellness treatment that activates the third eye (otherwise known as the pineal gland).
While many spas focus on physical pampering, IntoMeSea is all about personal growth. Founder Jen Williams describes the experience as a meditative journey to peace and zen. Upon entering the spa, clients will find themselves in a neon-blue wonderland complete with floatation chambers and crystal soaking tubs.
IntoMeSea also uses solar panels for electricity, thermal solar panel for hot water and a machine that pulls moisture from the air. Guests can enjoy these sustainable amenities during their treatments or during their stay in one of the spa’s three private wellness suites.
The most unique experiences at IntoMeSea are the Galactic Crystal Intention Tubs, which are carved from crystals that are over four billion years old and contain natural holographic energy. During the soak, guests can meditate on an intention and listen to various sounds—from shamanistic drumming to chimes. Other experiences include a Knesko Skin GEMCLINICAL facial which re-balances chakra energies and a Garden Zen Body Renewal Treatment.
Hotel Bel-Air
The hustle and bustle of LA melt away as you enter the private gates of Hotel Bel-Air, a 103-room hideaway in ritzy Bel Air, home to movie stars and the uber wealthy. The Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star hotel has delivered low-key, timeless elegance since 1946. Located within a few blocks of Beverly Hills’ famous Rodeo Drive, the property feels like a secret world tucked among the rose-colored mission-style bungalows and the lush grounds bursting with bougainvillea, fern, orange blossom, and fig trees.
As soon as you step from the valet parking area across a terra-cotta bridge, the serenity of the resort kicks in. You’ll be greeted by the sounds of chirping birds and the expectation that you speak in hushed tones as you walk the 12 acres that are lush with roses, fig trees, and fuchsia flowers. You’ll find a large, oval pool that used to be a horse ring and junior suites converted from stables that flank the main pool.
The hotel’s famed beauty spa is equally relaxing, with a sauna and hammam housed in an Italian-style bungalow. The spa’s seven treatment rooms offer everything from an anti-aging oxygen facial to a full-body lymphatic drainage massage and an intensive detoxifying mud wrap. There’s even a salon that offers hair and nail treatments. While kids and pets are welcome, the resort is mainly for the well-heeled no-names (though many of them are celebrities). So, if you’re looking to get pampered with top-notch spa services in an idyllic setting, this is your place.
Ritz-Carlton Spa
The Ritz-Carlton Spa is the ultimate urban oasis in the cultural and entertainment heart of downtown Los Angeles. This 8,000 square-foot spa is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate while experiencing red carpet-worthy pampering. This spa features a co-ed Sanctuary, saunas and locker rooms for men and women, and a full salon.
The spa’s interior design is inspired by Hollywood glamour with elegant touches throughout. The women’s relaxation lounge is awash in subdued shades of champagne and white with gossamer beige curtains, a gold and pewter-toned dresser, and art deco-inspired sconces. A snack bar offers dried fruit, nuts, yogurt pretzels and other treats for guests to enjoy during their visit. The lounge beds and seats are outfitted with cozy blankets by Keikico, a line of the softest luxury blankets available for purchase in the spa boutique.
To the left of the reception area is a secluded co-ed Sanctuary with private relaxation areas and a large rooftop pool, which is reserved for hotel guests and residents of the tower. There is also a couples suite and two facial rooms with hydra-facial machines for guests to use before and after their treatments.
This luxury resort and spa is the perfect location for a weekend getaway or romantic escape. With luxuriously appointed guest rooms and breathtaking views of the city, this resort has something for everyone. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, the hotel is just minutes from popular destinations including the Staples Center and LA Live. The resort’s proximity to Los Angeles International Airport and Bob Hope Airport makes it easy for travelers to reach their destination quickly.
Wi Spa
Located in Koreatown, Wi Spa is LA’s ultimate Korean bathing experience. It has separate floors for women, men, and family as well as a rooftop terrace. There are also hot and cold baths, steam rooms, and saunas. The entrance fee is $25, which includes access to all the facilities and a meal at the in-spa cafeteria.
This unique spa in Los Angeles is open 24/7 and offers everything from hot tubs to saunas, steam rooms to dry saunas and a library, even a nap room. The staff is very helpful and will assist you in finding the best place to relax. This is the best place to go if you want to relax and get away from the city.
Wi Spa was the center of a controversy recently when a transgender male used a woman’s locker room while naked. The man then paraded his genitals in front of a group of women and girls. The ladies complained but the staff stood by their decision. This sparked outrage in the far right and anti-trans “feminist” websites.
Wi Spa is a great place to visit for a day of relaxation, it is clean and the people are nice and friendly. The best part is that there are no naked people running around so it is not as creepy as some people think.
