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Cove Wellness Detox Spa of La Jolla

San Diego, California

A La Jolla medical spa specializing in lymphatic drainage, colon hydrotherapy and detox treatments, open since 1993, adults only, by reservation.

At a glance

Price
$$$
Signature treatment
Signature La Jolla Detox
Good for
Adults only
Price
Upscale

Cove Wellness Detox Spa sits in the seaside village of La Jolla and has operated since 1993 as a specialty medical spa focused on lymphatic and detox care rather than conventional pampering. The approach centers on the idea that supporting the body's own drainage and elimination systems — lymph, liver, colon — can aid weight loss, reduce inflammation and support healthy aging.

The menu runs to 15 treatments, anchored by the Signature La Jolla Detox. Other services include Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, Electro-Lymphatic Therapy, Colon Hydrotherapy, Liver/Gallbladder Detox, MediCupping Vacuum Therapy, Lymphatic Oxygen Facial, Brazilian Body Sculpting & Cupping, Infrared Jade Sauna, Craniosacral Therapy, and more standard bodywork like Aromatherapy Massage, Hot Stone Massage and Prenatal Massage. Treatments are often combined into sequences, and the spa also runs multi-day "Return to Self" transformation retreats lasting three or six days.

On site there's a relaxation lounge and a hydrotherapy circuit to round out a visit. The spa is adults-only, access is by day pass, and a reservation is required before arriving — this isn't a walk-in operation. It sits in the upscale price tier, though exact treatment costs aren't published, so confirming pricing directly is worthwhile.

It's open Tuesday through Saturday, 9am to 6pm, and closed Sundays and Mondays. The location is in La Jolla at 7946 Ivanhoe Ave, a short walk from the cove the neighborhood is named for.

Good to know

Do I need a reservation to visit Cove Wellness?
Yes, a reservation is required; it operates on a day-pass basis rather than walk-in visits.
What are the hours?
Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm. It's closed Sundays and Mondays.
Is this spa adults only?
Yes, the spa is designated adults only.
What kind of treatments does Cove Wellness offer?
Mostly lymphatic and detox-focused therapies — including the Signature La Jolla Detox, colon hydrotherapy, liver/gallbladder detox, and lymphatic drainage — alongside massage and sauna options, 15 treatments in total.
How much does a visit cost?
The spa is listed in the upscale price tier, but specific treatment prices aren't published, so it's best to confirm current rates directly with Cove Wellness.

Details checked October 1, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.

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