National Everybody Deserves A Massage Week | Best Spas In Chicagoland
Indulge in a little self-care for National Everybody Deserves A Massage Week. Getting a massage not only allows time to pamper yourself, but it also has several health benefits including stress relief, improved sleep, and reduced headache frequency. Read on for a round-up of the best spa facilities in Chicagoland and prep yourself to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
Aire Ancient Baths
West Town | $$$
Aire Ancient Baths located in River Rest, breathes new life into the ancient tradition of Greek and Roman bath houses. The stunning space, which is built inside an old factory, creates the ultimate atmosphere for peaceful retreats. Enjoy thermal baths and a range of massage options.
Peninsula Hotel Spa
Steeterville | $$$$
Revitalise your mind, body and spirit with The Peninsula Spa’s extensive menu of both modern and timeless treatments inspired by Ayurvedic and Asian philosophies, ranging from the all-natural Hot Stone Massage, which combines holistic, aromatic oils to the Subtle Energies Blissful Marma Massage, an enriching, results-driven massage.
Oxygen Spa Studio
Humboldt Park | $
This cozy massage studio is known for soothing scrub treatments and deep tissue massages. Nab a relaxing 60-minute Swedish massage, seaweed wrap, or signature scrub.
Kohl’s Water Spa
Lincoln Park | $$$
Immerse yourself in more than 20,000 square feet of tranquility in the heart of Lincoln Park, Chicago. With 21 treatment rooms, a thermal suite, sauna and cool plunge pool with lounge seating, an outdoor terrace and state-of-the-art amenities, Kohler Waters Spa is truly an oasis of well-being.
Chuan Spa
River North | $$$$
Located inside of The Langham, this spa offers an array of revitalizing wellness treatments designed to nurture, heal and restore. Their team of experienced therapists are also on hand to help you embark on a journey of self-discovery. While you’re there, enjoy the luxury 67-foot-long swimming pool, saunas (one lined with Himalayan salt stone, another infused with herbs) and high-end "experience" showers.
Allya
River North | $$$
Allyu (pronounced eye-you) is the Quechua word for community, and this Riverwalk-neighborhood spa's commitment to community spreads far beyond its clients. Besides a range of more traditional services, the incredible facials incorporate healing grape stem cells, rose-quartz massage, and smoothing enzyme masks, plus an amazing chakra balancing treatment.
Ruby Room
Wicker Park | $$$
A spa, yoga studio, crystal bar, elixir bar, hair salon, meditation studio, and an apothecary, the Ruby Room is a place for healing. With a slew of products to make you beautiful on the outside and inside, the spa/salon/shop stocks skincare, haircare, and cosmetic products as well as inner care supplements, teas, and oils.
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