When the chilly weather rolls in, and seasonal blues threaten to dampen your days, a little luxury may just be the ticket you need—and L.A. is the perfect place to find some of the finest spas for a luxurious self-pampering session or a group wellness retreat. Yet, with so many options, navigating between Michelin-starred restaurants and globally renowned five-star hotels can be challenging. Thankfully, some of L.A.’s best day spas have been gathered and are listed below to help you find the perfect destination for your next outing during the crisper season.
Den Mother
While Venice Beach can get rather crowded and noisy, Den Mother has designed a little sanctuary with surrounding greenery to protect you from the flurry of activity on Abbot Kinney Boulevard. This healing house offers a range of treatments to choose from, such as full-body massages, foot baths, acupuncture, and chilled plunges. If you’re looking to make it a day of luxury, you have the option of enjoying the peace and quiet a little longer while sipping on a brew in the tea room, where you can also pick a few plates from Den Mother’s tasty plant-based California Izakaya (a Japanese bar).
Location: Venice Beach – 1209 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Tomoko Spa
Combining spa treatments and cuisine, Tomoko Spa redefines standards of luxury with holistic Japanese wellness treatments. This Japanese-style spa is located on South Beverly Drive, where you will find your own private suite waiting for you to enjoy a range of traditional techniques centered around the healing powers of Chi (blood) and Qi (energy). As one of the best spas in L.A., you can get ready to enjoy a traditional Ashiyu foot soak followed by an Ofuro bath in a cypress tub made of Hinoki wood.
Location: Beverly Hills – 141 S Beverly Drive, Los Angeles
The Spa at Terranea
The Spa at Terranea draws inspiration from the serene coastal landscape of the Palos Verdes Peninsula for this five-star spa’s treatments and therapies. You can immerse yourself in an unforgettable wellness experience with treatments such as the “Ocean’s Prelude” saltwater bath detox or the “Marine Massage” with Mediterranean algae. This spa gives you access to both indoor and outdoor areas, giving you space to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Terranea no matter what service you book.
Location: Rancho Palos Verdes – 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Nothing says Old Hollywood glamour quite like the Ritz-Carlton, whose luxury spa offers an oasis in the heart of L.A. This stunning indoor spa’s bright white floors and elegant decor shine under elegant light fixtures, setting the stage for a red-carpet-worthy spa experience prepared just for you. You can enjoy gorgeous steam rooms, cold plunge showers, a spa boutique, and private areas just to relax in.
Location: South Park – 900 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
IntoMeSea
A sanctuary of physical, mental, and spiritual wellness awaits you at IntoMeSea. As its name implies, this spa is an immersion into wonderful treatments inspired by the sea. Located in the heart of Santa Monica, IntoMeSea offers transformative experiences through floatation chamber sessions, chakra alignments, or soaks in a giant quartz crystal tub. Noted for its sustainable design and attention to its environmental impact, this space partners with ethical companies and nonprofits while bringing you ancient healing traditions with a modern twist.
Location: Santa Monica – 1812 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica, CA
Beverly Hot Springs
When you visit Beverly Hot Springs, get ready to soak in the only geothermal spa that features 100% natural hot springs fueled by an artesian well in L.A. Specializing in various treatments, this luxurious Korean bath house is a cave-like haven that offers massages, skin care treatments, and steam and dry herbal saunas. The spa waters contain sodium bicarbonate with a temperature that ranges from 95 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit, and separate areas for men and women.
Location: Larchmont – 308 N Oxford Ave, Los Angeles