Best Spas in San Diego
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Counter all that California modern with the lush gardens and Mediterranean vibes of this Spanish-Colonial palace in La Jolla, where the sumptuous vacation villa vibe and accompanying pool scene are an ideal backdrop for an afternoon of treatments and towel service.
The Spa at Estancia La Jolla
9700 N Torrey Pines RdCounter all that California modern with the lush gardens and Mediterranean vibes of this Spanish-Colonial palace in La Jolla, where the sumptuous vacation villa vibe and accompanying pool scene are an ideal backdrop for an afternoon of treatments and towel service.
Don't be put off by GotG's less-than-glamorous neighborhood—once you step into its modern headquarters, you'll find a bright, airy space, with decor that looks straight out of an influencer's home (white walls lined with skincare products, gold planters, and modern furniture). Treatments are more than satisfactory, but its real claim-to-fame is that it's open until 10 p.m. on weekdays (and 6 p.m. on weekends)—so you can test it out after work, and the hours are especially friendly for out-of-towners with erratic schedules.
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Girl on the Go! Night Spa
830 25th StDon't be put off by GotG's less-than-glamorous neighborhood—once you step into its modern headquarters, you'll find a bright, airy space, with decor that looks straight out of an influencer's home (white walls lined with skincare products, gold planters, and modern furniture). Treatments are more than satisfactory, but its real claim-to-fame is that it's open until 10 p.m. on weekdays (and 6 p.m. on weekends)—so you can test it out after work, and the hours are especially friendly for out-of-towners with erratic schedules.
From the thoroughly Spanish-Colonial design and next-level service, to fun details like private outdoor clawfoot tubs, Rancho Valencia makes for one of the grandest spa visits in all of San Diego. It comes with a big price tag, but when you're ready to splash out, there's no more scenic, skilled place to do it. Make sure to hit up all of the facilities—pool, sauna, living room fireplace—to get the most bang for your well-spent buck.
The Spa At Rancho Valencia
5921 Valencia CircleFrom the thoroughly Spanish-Colonial design and next-level service, to fun details like private outdoor clawfoot tubs, Rancho Valencia makes for one of the grandest spa visits in all of San Diego. It comes with a big price tag, but when you're ready to splash out, there's no more scenic, skilled place to do it. Make sure to hit up all of the facilities—pool, sauna, living room fireplace—to get the most bang for your well-spent buck.
It's no surprise that a spa in a Deepak Chopra-founded wellness center is all sorts of Zen. Just don't expect clean, Asian minimalism. Located at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, the space mirrors the resort's Spanish-Colonial look, with lush greenery and tiled fountains outside. The spa menu consists of about a dozen massages, all based in Ayurvedic tradition—the 5,000-year-old Indian wellness system believes that people have a dosha, or energy personality type; for the spa's Vishesh massage, for example, you might get a soothing Shirodhara massage to ease anxiety and stress.
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Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
2100 Costa Del Mar RdIt's no surprise that a spa in a Deepak Chopra-founded wellness center is all sorts of Zen. Just don't expect clean, Asian minimalism. Located at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, the space mirrors the resort's Spanish-Colonial look, with lush greenery and tiled fountains outside. The spa menu consists of about a dozen massages, all based in Ayurvedic tradition—the 5,000-year-old Indian wellness system believes that people have a dosha, or energy personality type; for the spa's Vishesh massage, for example, you might get a soothing Shirodhara massage to ease anxiety and stress.
Part of the serene, Spanish-Colonial-style Rancho Bernardo Inn, this intimate spa is half-hidden by towering cypress trees, flowering bushes, and lots of greenery. You'll feel equal parts indulgent and virtuous after a day at their palatial, paraben-free spa, where fresh fruits and herbs round out relaxing treatments. P.S., if you came all the way here and didn't get a treatment in one of the casitas, you did it wrong.
The Spa at Rancho Bernardo Inn
17550 Bernardo Oaks DrPart of the serene, Spanish-Colonial-style Rancho Bernardo Inn, this intimate spa is half-hidden by towering cypress trees, flowering bushes, and lots of greenery. You'll feel equal parts indulgent and virtuous after a day at their palatial, paraben-free spa, where fresh fruits and herbs round out relaxing treatments. P.S., if you came all the way here and didn't get a treatment in one of the casitas, you did it wrong.
This spa belongs to Kona Kai, the marina-front, bayside hotel on Shelter Island (more like Shelter Peninsula). The subterranean spot isn't super over-the-top, but it's serene and warm, and it gets the job done. quality in treatments and aptly named "Zen Den" deliver on a high level. Try an Ayurvedic oil massage or a Javanese massage with a cooling yogurt rub.
SpaTerre San Diego
1551 Shelter Island DriveThis spa belongs to Kona Kai, the marina-front, bayside hotel on Shelter Island (more like Shelter Peninsula). The subterranean spot isn't super over-the-top, but it's serene and warm, and it gets the job done. quality in treatments and aptly named "Zen Den" deliver on a high level. Try an Ayurvedic oil massage or a Javanese massage with a cooling yogurt rub.
This spa is almost exactly what you'd expect to find at the upscale, Craftsman-style Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, occupying a corner of the property and half-hidden by well-manicured lawns and gardens. Patterned, wall-to-wall carpeting lines the lounge area, where you can kick back on a white chaise lounge while you wait for your treatment. Spring for one of the luxe exfoliation treatments, so long as you're fine with being nearly naked (a small towel covers the necessary areas). While your body gets buffed, warm water from five shower heads rinses your skin.
The Spa Torrey Pines
11480 North Torrey Pines RoadThis spa is almost exactly what you'd expect to find at the upscale, Craftsman-style Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, occupying a corner of the property and half-hidden by well-manicured lawns and gardens. Patterned, wall-to-wall carpeting lines the lounge area, where you can kick back on a white chaise lounge while you wait for your treatment. Spring for one of the luxe exfoliation treatments, so long as you're fine with being nearly naked (a small towel covers the necessary areas). While your body gets buffed, warm water from five shower heads rinses your skin.
The inside of this spa looks like a Pinterest board—in a good way. Rather than adhering to dim lighting and duller colors like many of its contemporaries, the space is girly and glam, and kitted out in shades of white, gray, and lavender, with teardrop chandeliers that catch the light. You'll have to keep your phone on silent once you hit the relaxation room—but we're betting you'll sneak it back in to take a snap of the flower wall. While you wait for your treatment, you'll get a rose petal foot soak, warm neck pillow, and your choice of water, Champagne, or tea.
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Spa Kingston
2230 Fifth AveThe inside of this spa looks like a Pinterest board—in a good way. Rather than adhering to dim lighting and duller colors like many of its contemporaries, the space is girly and glam, and kitted out in shades of white, gray, and lavender, with teardrop chandeliers that catch the light. You'll have to keep your phone on silent once you hit the relaxation room—but we're betting you'll sneak it back in to take a snap of the flower wall. While you wait for your treatment, you'll get a rose petal foot soak, warm neck pillow, and your choice of water, Champagne, or tea.
This spa is lucky enough to be part of the regal Hotel del Coronado, a sprawling resort six miles from downtown Coronado known for its Victorian architecture and iconic red turrets. It's all very Old World grandeur, with chandeliers and expensive products kitting out the reception area. Given how popular this hotel is, expect a bit of a crowd, even at the spa.
Spa & Salon at The Del
1500 Orange AveThis spa is lucky enough to be part of the regal Hotel del Coronado, a sprawling resort six miles from downtown Coronado known for its Victorian architecture and iconic red turrets. It's all very Old World grandeur, with chandeliers and expensive products kitting out the reception area. Given how popular this hotel is, expect a bit of a crowd, even at the spa.
What's makes Saffron & Sage, a "holistic health club," stand out is the presence of a well-trained therapist for every aspect of physical and mental wellness. You can start with a free consultation, where they'll find the right treatment and expert for you. Once you're in treatment, soothing music, sage-scented aroma, and a feeling of calm flow throughout the studio. Treatment rooms look more like your cool, design-inclined friend's living room than the dark, generic treatment areas you find in other spas. Think white Moroccan rugs and fiddle leaf fig trees.
Saffron & Sage
2555 State StreetWhat's makes Saffron & Sage, a "holistic health club," stand out is the presence of a well-trained therapist for every aspect of physical and mental wellness. You can start with a free consultation, where they'll find the right treatment and expert for you. Once you're in treatment, soothing music, sage-scented aroma, and a feeling of calm flow throughout the studio. Treatment rooms look more like your cool, design-inclined friend's living room than the dark, generic treatment areas you find in other spas. Think white Moroccan rugs and fiddle leaf fig trees.