9 Best Spas in California!

For jet lag, overwork, stress or just total indulgence, there’s nothing better than a spa day. California offers a variety of full-service spas at luxurious properties from the desert to the ocean. Check out the 9 best spas in California that will wash away all your worries! 

L’Horizon Resort & Spa, Palm Springs, CA

Enjoy a relaxing spa treatment in the indoor/outdoor spa a the L’Horizon Resort. Treatment rooms, outdoor spaces, aromatherapy and juices combine to create an experience with the spa’s focus on total wellness.

Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, Ojai, CA

The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa is world-renowned for its signature treatments that draw from cultures all over the globe. Clays, essential oils, aromatherapy, custom packages and facials, massages are all used to create a spectacular spa experience. Stars from Hollywood often escape to the resort to find some peace and Zen.

The Ranch at Live Oak, Malibu, CA

The Ranch at Live Oak Malibu takes a big picture approach to health and wellness. The Ranch is located in the midst of Malibu’s mountains for beautiful views while hiking and also offers a clean eating restaurant. The spa has been named one of the world’s best for many years in a row by the experts at Travel + Leisure.

The Lodge at Torrey Pines, La Jolla, CA

The Lodge at Torrey Pines offers a variety of spa treatments inspired by the nearby Torrey Pines Reserve and Pacific Ocean. Relaxation and luxury combine in the treatment rooms, dry saunas, aromatherapy inhalation rooms and other special touches at the Spa at Torrey Pines. 

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, CA

Located next to the coastline, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara Spa features luxurious treatments like a medical grade facial, elite natural products, steam rooms, rooftop views of the ocean and other amenities. Book your appointment in advance to indulge in a massage, body treatment, facial or spa service.

Golden Haven Hot Springs Spa and Resort, Calistoga, CA

Using the healing powers of a natural hot springs in a luxury setting, Golden Haven offers spa treatments, soaks, mud baths and more in peaceful surroundings. Stop in for a day treatment or spend the night at the resort, which has healing hot springs Jacuzzis in the room, and others with private saunas.

Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, CA

Spend the night at the Inn and indulge in spa treatment using the resort’s own line of natural luxury products. Massages are available for singles or couples and focus on relaxation. Overlooking the woods and sea of Big Sur, The Post Ranch Inn’s spa is a guests-only retreat. 

The Spa at Pebble Beach, Pebble Beach, CA

One of a very few spas in the world to receive five stars from Forbes, The Spa at Pebble Beach is luxury at its most indulgent. Using indigenous plants, the spa has a vast array of healing and wellness treatments to refresh and relax. 

Kabuki Springs & Spa, San Francisco, CA

The Kabuki Springs & Spa uses various techniques and cultural ideals to create various spa treatments that range from massages and facials to bodywork and other Asian rituals. Choose from a menu that is carefully curated to help you meet your wellness goals. Book appointments in advance as many have a waiting list. 

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