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Best Day Spas in San Francisco, CA

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650 Florida Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

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4.5 (277)

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In-Symmetry Wellness Spa is a day spa specializing in therapeutic services for the body and skin such as deep-tissue massage for relief of chronic pain. The spa has served the San Francisco metro area for nearly two decades. Its treatments focus on restoring balance to the body and mind to reduce tension and increase body motion. The boutique offers facials, waxing, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels. Its therapists are trained in deep-tissue and sports modalities, including signature hot stone therapy, designed to remove tension and pain.

518 Sutter St. - 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94102

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4.5 (222)
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4.4 (16)

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Pure Organic Spa is a day spa in San Francisco offering massages and organic face and skincare services for its clients. The day spa therapists handle full-body massages such as Swedish, Shiatsu, hot stone, prenatal, deep tissue, and herbal compress. Clients can also choose from partial massages such as reflexology, head, neck and shoulder, and foot/leg. Facials include the customizable Signature, Sweet Coco, and Hollywood Glow. Pure Organic Spa uses Erb, a Thai herbal skincare line inspired by Thai remedies.

1615 Hill Road, Novato, CA 94947

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5.0 (43)
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4.8 (22)

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Jessa Skincare and Sugaring is a clinical day spa that offers professional and medically active skin care treatments to clients in the San Francisco area. It provides organic facial procedures to cleanse and moisturize the skin. It also offers body sugaring services. The clinic was established in 2010 by Jessica Roberts, whose goal is to inform her clients about green living and properly taking care of their skin. The ingredients that the clinic use are made up of certified organic compounds and are free from harmful toxins, animal testing, and GMOs.

685 North Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94133

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4.5 (506)

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Royal Thai Spa is a day spa that serves men and women in the San Francisco area. Massage services include massage therapy, deep tissue massage, and therapeutic aroma massage. It also caters to cryotherapy services, such as infrared sauna, compression therapy, Cryo T-Shock, and red light therapy. Facials are available by appointment, with choices of chemical peel and collagen facial, Cryo Deluxe facial, or signature facial. Other offerings include lash lift and tinting, Reiki facial cupping, and waxing services.

811 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

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4.0 (330)
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4.3 (12)

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Since 2004, Thi Nail Salon and Spa have provided clients in the San Francisco metro region with full-service body and nail therapy. Manicure, pedicure, nail add-ons, waxing threading, tints, and facials are among the services available. It also offers a range of massages for men and women, including back and shoulder massage, deep tissue massage, foot massage, Thai massage, Swedish massage, and cranial sacral therapy. In addition, it has a venue that can host baby and bridal showers, birthday parties, and other personal or corporate gatherings.

1475 North Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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3.5 (366)
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4.9 (34)

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Changes Salon and Day Spa serves the San Francisco area and offers wellness services including massage therapy, facials, and peels. The day spa has expertise in body therapies including various massage techniques such as Swedish, fusion stone, aromatherapy, and lymphatic massage. The spa's therapists also handle massage work involving CBD oil as well as massages for pregnancy and sports-related issues. Changes Salon and Day Spa's work has been recognized by Diablo Magazine and also includes hair and nail services.

166 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

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4.5 (40)
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4.6 (5)
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5.0 (4)

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Yelena Spa for Men and Women provides personalized skin, body, and nail treatments based on European traditions to the San Francisco metro area. The spa’s professional estheticians perform facials, skincare, massage, body treatments, waxing, pedicures, manicures, makeup, and spa packages. It uses leading skincare products like Pevonia, SkinCeuticals, Jan Marini, and Intraceuticals. Reviews indicate that customers are delighted with the quality of skincare services and customized care provided.

1425 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

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4.5 (667)
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4.6 (100)

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Silk Day Spa San Francisco has been providing spa services for clients in the San Francisco area for more than five years. Nail services include special manicures (French, warm lotion, gel), art or stone design, and silk fill-ins. This day spa sterilizes and disinfects its equipment after each use. Hair removal services and hand and foot massages are also offered. Silk has been featured in publications such as Lucky Magazine, San Francisco Readers Choice, and Instyle Magazine.

1151 Greenwood Avenue, San Carlos, CA 94070

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4.5 (271)

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AvantGard Spa aims to provide a place to relax for the residents of the San Francisco metro. Its spa treatments include skincare, nail care, makeup and beauty bar, waxing, and massage and body care. For clients on the go, mini services are also available. Moreover, it has a relaxation lounge, a brow bar, and a spa boutique. AvantGard Spa also hosts spa parties for clients who want to celebrate events with a spa experience with friends and family.

450 Dondee Way, Pacifica, CA 94044

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4.5 (64)
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5.0 (4)

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Bella Nirvana is a boutique day spa serving clients in the San Francisco area. Treatments include a wide range of body treatments and massage therapy services, clients can choose massage enhancements such as aromatherapy, cooling treatment, deep tissue, hot stone, reflexology, and deep heat relief. Its facial care services include anti-aging and multi-vitamin recovery treatments, Bella Nirvana Signature facials, and collagen facials. Other offerings include eyelash extensions, face and body waxing services, and different spa packages.

4105 19th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

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5.0 (25)
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5.0 (10)

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Castro Day Spa, serving the San Francisco metro area for 21 years, specializes in skin and body treatments for both men and women. The spa's signature service is its' facial treatments performed by licensed estheticians and customized for each person with handcrafted products. It also offers skin fitness for men, brow tinting, and waxing. Customers reviews speak highly about the glowing results of the signature facials and the personalized care offered.

2187 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

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4.5 (87)

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M Spa is an exclusive spa for men in the San Francisco metro area that offers professional, therapeutic skin, body, and nail care. Facials, massages, body treatments, waxing, manicures, and pedicures are performed in luxurious treatment rooms with relaxing lounges. The facility has secure locker rooms and is American Disability Act compliant. Customers recommend the spa for the superior services, relaxing atmosphere, and affordable prices.

Compare our Top Day Spas

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
In-Symmetry Spa
650 Florida Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
Pure Organic Spa
518 Sutter St. - 3rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94102
Jessa Skincare & Sugaring
1615 Hill Road, Novato, CA 94947
Royal Thai Spa
685 North Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
Thi Nail Salon and Spa
811 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Changes Salon & Day Spa
1475 North Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Yelena Spa for Women and Men
166 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
Silk Day Spa San Francisco
1425 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA 94109
AvantGard Spa
1151 Greenwood Avenue, San Carlos, CA 94070
Bella Nirvana
450 Dondee Way, Pacifica, CA 94044
The Castro Day Spa
4105 19th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
M Spa
2187 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

FAQs

  • Introduction

    Day spas are businesses that offer specific services to help promote health, wellness, and beauty. Massage therapists often work at day spas offering several services, including deep-tissue massage to help improve circulation and release knotted muscles and hot stone massage to promote positive energy flow through the body and release toxins. People visit day spas to receive pampering treatments designed to leave them feeling both rejuvenated and relaxed.


    Beauty and aesthetic services are also common offerings at day spas, with treatments that include antiaging facials, body and face waxing, and nail care. Day spas that employ licensed medical professionals, also referred to as med spas, can also offer antiaging medical treatments, such as cosmetic fillers and Botox injections.

  • What is a day spa?

    A day spa is an establishment that provides aesthetic and therapeutic services. Offerings include hot stone massage and deep tissue massage, rejuvenating beauty treatments, such as deep cleaning facials, pedicures and manicures, and moisturizing body wraps. Day spas provide a space for visitors to relax and de-stress through a variety of treatments that release tension and promote calmness.

  • What is the difference between a spa and a day spa?

    The two common types of spas are med spas and day spas. Day spas typically offer pampering services, such as massages, facials, manicures and pedicures, and whole-body beauty treatments. While a med spa also provides massage and skin services, the procedures offered are tailored to treat skin conditions, such as varicose veins, dry skin, and wrinkles. Med spas also handle procedures, such as Botox and filler injections.

  • Should I go to a spa or dermatologist?

    Med spas offer services, such as chemical peels for wrinkles, filler and Botox injections, and cool sculpting for fat removal, while dermatologists are specialized doctors who diagnose and treat skin conditions, such as warts, eczema, and skin cancers. Determining whether to go to a spa or a dermatologist depends on the type of treatment needed.

  • What does a full spa day include?

    Day spas offer multiple services, à la carte menu items, and packages, so a full spa day depends on the treatments an individual wants to experience. Day spa offerings include full-body massages, facial treatments, body waxing, aromatherapy, foot massages and baths, hot stone massages, and microdermabrasion. Some day spas also offer detoxing clay baths and full body wraps.

  • What are the different types of spa?

    At a med spa, customers receive treatments for dry skin, varicose veins, skin resurfacing, and hair removal. Day spas offer aesthetic services, such as facials and moisturizing and detoxing body wraps. Mineral spring spas or hot spring spas are naturally heated water springs, sometimes located on a resort’s property, where visitors soak in the water to soothe muscle tension.

  • What does a full-service spa mean?

    Full-service spas offer a full menu of treatments and aesthetic services. While specific offerings can vary, most full-service spas include massage, beauty treatments, such as facials and manicures, anti-aging treatments, and detoxing clay baths and body wraps. Some spas may also provide spray tanning and hair salon services.