Find Your Zen at the Best Spas and Wellness Centers in the Bay Area
Archimedes Banya // 748 Innes Ave, San Francisco
This chic boutique spa will give you a new look before you know it. Archimedes Banya brings you a cultural bathing experience that prides itself on maintaining good health in a friendly environment. Need a break from everyday chores? Make this your first stop.Our Pick: Banya Happy Hour
Burke Spa // 845 Market St #510, San Francisco
Relax in luxury and give yourself and your mind a moment of rest. Packed with old European flair, this holiday will transport you to a more relaxing time. Most importantly, who doesn’t love a family business? A variety of treatment options can make you feel separated from your family.Our Recommendation: Signature Therapy
Credo Spa // 2136 Fillmore St, San Francisco
Can’t get on the swings at the spa with a busy schedule? Fillmore’s Credo Beauty brings you the very best natural scrubs, oils and fragrances that nature has to offer. With a wide variety of products to try, you’ll be left with a happy camper. Day spa treatment at home just got a lot easier. Our Pick: Credo Beauty Bar Consultation
Delight of the Soul // 17th Avenue and Ortega Street in San Francisco, California
For those in need of a serious mental detox, Emitirion is the mastermind behind Delight for the Soul. Her retreats are designed for stressed and exhausted people, “I developed my program out of a strong desire to give others what they need most: time to renew.” Hot stone massage, yoga and reflective paintings. Find your new you today.Our Recommendation: The Joy of Soul Half-Day Retreat
Earthbody Spa // 534 Laguna St, San Francisco
We’ve been obsessed with facials lately, so when Earthbody Spa launched their newest organic facial, we got a head start. Until then, our faces have never looked so good. Earthbody is the most popular place in the Bay Area and it has it all. Whether you’re a leader in the spa scene or a complete novice, let this be the door opener on your chopping block.Our Pick: Organic Detox Facial
Float Spa // 1912 Lombard St, San Francisco
Looking for a new spa experience that takes you away from reality? This will be an interesting experiment. You are placed in a flotation chamber of vibrant water that removes impurities from your body. Get ready to distance yourself from the outside world and begin to become one with yourself.Our Advice: Spend an hour in a Pod
Gunilla Skin Butik // 2165 Union St, San Francisco
Gunilla Eisenberg, the genius behind Gunilla Skin Butik, has been studying skin and the way it moves and feels for years. Traveling to the unknown, she established her wits and camp in San Francisco to provide her clients with the best that skin can do. Let her change your life and make you the best you can be.Our Pick: Alchemy Ritual
Wellness Living Spa // 369 Third Avenue, San Francisco
A hole in the wall spa, but a town favorite with multiple reviews and accolades. This is most people’s favorite locals, it’s a great spa to walk in too and get immediate service. No need to worry about booking, they can squeeze in.Our Recommendation: Foot Massage
International Orange // 2044 Fillmore St, San Francisco
Authentic San Francisco spa International Orange draws inspiration from the city they love. With a belief in simple, holistic wellness, this Bay Area spa prides itself on transforming its urban spa. Tailored to your lifestyle, schedule and simplicity – International Orange is your one stop destination.Our Pick: IO Signature Massage
Jouvence Health and Beauty Salon // 230 Powell St, San Francisco
Located on the iconic Powell Street strip in the city center, this day spa offers luxurious beauty and wellness services 7 days a week. Need a quick pick me up after a long day at work or do I need a day off? Reservations are best, but guarantee you a spot in their luxurious relaxing steam room.Our Recommendation: Aromatherapy
Kabuki Springs // 1750 Geary Blvd, San Francisco
Ship yourself to Japan without paying for a ticket. Public hot springs, take you to experience a new feeling of spa life, optional swimwear. Open to groups, singles or couples, Kabuki Springs offers a variety of packages for relaxed spa lovers. Think of silence as your personal mediation and get out of your “everyday” because electronics are looked down upon.Our Recommendation: Detox Package
LUXSF // 490 Hayes St, San Francisco
Your nails need a spa day too, and LuxSF, Bay Area locals believe in beautiful hands and a beautiful soul. Offering a wide range of services from gel application to nail regeneration, these services are perfect for manicure lovers. With such great staff and work, you won’t be disappointed with the quality.Our pick: DeLUX manicure or pedicure
M Spa // 2187 Market St, San Francisco
For all the men out there, here’s a spa just for you. Gay or straight, this spa focuses on leaving men feeling pampered and refreshed. The quirky charm of this particular day spa comes from its friendly staff and an atmosphere that makes you feel instantly disconnected from the community.Our Pick: Gentleman Hydrating Facial
Nob Hill Spa // 1075 California St, San Francisco
Modern luxury has never been more accessible, and Nob Hill Spa leads the spa lifestyle in downtown San Francisco. Taking inspiration from here in the heart of the bay, this spa experience is unlike most. Needing a spa getaway with friends on a budget, we highly recommend this place.Our Pick: Chai Latte Sugar Scrub
Organic Shimmer The Spa // 680 8th St #188, San Francisco
Welcome to the loveliest spa on this side of the bay, with top-notch organic service and a youthful vibe – we’ll be cheering for this retreat anytime. This chic boutique is the perfect spot for a perfect tan. To beat the sun, no lights needed.Our Pick: Organic Airbrush Spray Tan
Pure Organic Spa // 518 Sutter Street, San Francisco
Looking for the perfect aromatherapy treatment, look no further as Pure Organic Spa has a range of scents that will leave you relaxed and ready for the days ahead. A quick turn around, this is where the experts go in a hurry.Our Pick: Sweet Aromatic Coco Facial
Q Spa // 604 Divisadero St, San Francisco
Located in one of the city’s trendiest neighborhoods, Q Spa is small but full of options to make all clients feel at home. Come in for a manicure, pedicure or massage and walk out feeling like a million bucks.Our Recommendation: Therapeutic Massage
Radiance Spa // 3011 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
Need to get away without paying those ridiculous flying costs? Radiance Spa offers essential packages for jet enthusiasts eager to rejuvenate from the constant heat of competition. Immerse your senses in the ocean with the blue hues of the spa.Our Pick: The Ultimate Hydration Kit
Senspa // 1161 Gorgas Ave, San Francisco
Senspa believes that health comes from within and aims to bring your inner health to the surface and let it shine. Senspa practices a lot of traditional relaxation methods, perfect for spending the day on you. Because hey, you deserve it. Our recommendation: Shake Out and Restore Bundle
Teahouse Spa // 112 Elm Street, Santa Cruz
Not in the city? Don’t worry, this lovely spa in the heart of Santa Cruz will take you to the coast for the most authentic Japanese experience. Tea House Spa has been providing you with quality alone time for almost 4 years – it’s the real time you can count on when it comes to tea. Literally perfect.Our Recommendation: Any Massage Series
Union Yoga // 1200 Union Street, San Francisco
A great way to deal with the stress and pain of the day is a quick yoga class that will make you better. Go to Union Yoga for a quick one-hour class and schedule an hour for yourself. Our Pick: Rise & Shine Vinyasa
Vitale // 8 Mission St, San Francisco
Indulge in rejuvenating oils and water baths with views of downtown San Francisco. Known for its deep soaking tubs, Vitale is a great place for anyone who likes to clean up. Salute to the Bath Warriors. Our advice: book a tub and soak.
Water Lounge Spa // 2500 S El Camino Real, San Mateo
The power of H2O is a fun quality, but the Water Lounge Spa has harnessed its relaxing properties to give you an experience you won’t soon forget. Dive deep into the pool and get lost in a quick trance for thirty minutes.Our Suggestion: Spa Classes
Your Happy Place // 311 Gennessee Street, San Francisco
Tune into the energy of your body and you will indeed find your happy place. All about inner healing and wellness, the facility promotes mind training and exercise to overcome the chores of the day. It’s time to get in touch with your inner self. Our recommendation: Reiki classes.
Zen Day Spa // 775 Haight Street, San Francisco
Zen Day Spa is a way of rebirth, ensuring customers walk out the door feeling refreshed. Looking for some extreme and instant results? Well, look no further, this may be all you have. Our Pick: ZEN Signature Body Wrap
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