14 serene spas in Los Angeles for some serious pampering

Venice Beach isn’t the first place that conjures up tranquility in L.A. but Den Mother has carved out a little sanctuary with enough greenery to shield you from the rush of Abbot Kinney Boulevard. You’ll have a range of treatments to choose from, like full-body massages or a neck rub. Guests even have the option of basking in the peace a little longer by sipping on a brew in the tea room, picking a few plates from the plant-based California Izakaya (a Japanese bar), or investigating the menu of sakes, natural wines, and whiskeys.

Soki, sushi, sake, and spa your way to wellness at this divine Japanese-style spa on South Beverly Drive. You’ll have your own private suite where you can enjoy a range of traditional techniques centered around the healing powers of Chi (blood) and Qi (energy). It’s easily one of the best spas in Los Angeles for a mini couple’s retreat.

The 5-star Hotel Bel-Air hosts a 5-star spa experience in the heart of L.A. that even caught the attention of the Michelin Guide. Guests are invited to indulge in one of the city’s most luxurious wellness centers with male and female steam rooms, fancy Valmont spa products, a nail suite, and private treatment rooms. The massages and facials are carefully personalized to every single guest, from the heated massage tables to the music playlists.

The ocean views at Terranea serve as inspiration for this five-star spa’s many treatments and therapies, from the “Ocean’s Prelude” saltwater bath detox to the “Marine Massage” with Mediterranean algae. The experience gives you access to both indoor and outdoor areas, so you can enjoy the scenic surroundings of Terranea no matter what treatment you book.

Fairmont Century Plaza’s expansive spa facilities have earned a Forbes Five-Star rating, and it’s easy to understand why. The 14,000-square-foot spa is designed to foster a mind-body connection thanks to carefully curated spaces like the Himalayan salt room, aromatherapy steam room, and rainfall shower. The zen-inspired retreat offers a lengthy range of body treatments, massages, and facials.

This elegant haven in the heart of DTLA is a testament to the vision of legendary architect Frank Gehry. The Conrad Los Angeles mirrors the striking exterior of his architectural gem, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, on the outside and exudes luxury through every detail on the interior. Just stepping through the doors is an experience. Coupled with that are the treatments that incorporate both cutting-edge technology and traditional, more holistic approaches. This is where you’ll come to get your fix of Quantum harmonic therapy, Normatec compression therapy, or a relaxing session on an infrared recovery mat. There’s also a range of exclusive skin therapies that might pique your interest.

If it’s Old Hollywood glamour you seek, the Ritz-Carlton presents a luxury spa experience lauded by the crème de la crème.  The stunning indoor spa’s bright white floors and ornate decor gleam under elegant light fixtures, creating a pristine environment that feels like it was prepared just for you. Among the facilities you’ll find gorgeous steam rooms, cold plunges, a spa boutique, and private areas to relax. 

Burke Williams opened its first urban day spa in 1984, bringing a new standard of quality to California wellness culture. The statewide chain features facilities inspired by world-class European day spas, with a delightful blend of traditional and more innovative treatments. If you’re seeking a well-rounded Los Angeles day spa experience, this is a great place to start.

The rejuvenating waters at Glen Ivy Hot Springs have been healing Californians for centuries, beginning with nomadic Native American tribes before English developers turned the area into a country inn in the 1860s. Over 160 years later, Glen Ivy is now a thriving resort with an enormous lounge pool, a rustic grotto, Roman baths, and a full-service, farm-to-table restaurant. Soak in the 104-degree mineral baths and connect with these natural California hot springs just an hour outside of L.A.

Chuan Spa offers a delightful luxury spa experience in Pasadena with high-end treatments inspired by traditional Chinese medicine. Book a session in one of their twelve treatment rooms, relax in the sauna or herbal steam room, or get a beauty treatment in the full-service salon. They also have a newly updated fitness center with yoga classes, tai chi, meditation, and pilates.

The Raven has locations in Santa Monica and Silver Lake. Guests at the Santa Monica location can step into a steamy hammam offering Turkish soaks, scrubs, and oil massages. Both spots host carefully-curated treatments including traditional Thai massage, hot stone massage, acupuncture, infrared sauna treatment, and facials.

Beverly Hot Springs is the only geothermal spa that features 100% natural hot springs fueled by an artesian well in Los Angeles. This luxurious Korean bath house is a cave-like sanctuary that offers full spa treatments including massages, skin care treatments, steam and dry herbal saunas, a powder room, and lounge areas.​ The spa waters contain sodium bicarbonate and the temperature ranges from 95 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit with separate sections for men and women.

The legendary Beverly Hills Hotel hosts a glamorous old‑Hollywood spa experience with a fresh, botanical feel, from citrus‑garden views to polished treatment suites. Expect high‑touch facials, luxe body therapies, and perfect mani‑pedis using prestige skincare lines, all in a palm tree-studded, pink-and-green retro setting.

Hugh Spa is a women‑only Korean detox sanctuary in Koreatown, featuring jade, salt, oxygen, magnet, and charcoal‑mud clay rooms. Between traditional body scrubs, V‑steams, and infrared therapies, it’s a social jjimjilbang experience that should be at the top of your L.A. bucket list.