A boutique day spa in Rice Military offering massages, facials and couples treatments, open daily 9am-8pm with walk-ins welcome.
At a glance
- Price
- $$
- Hotel guests only
- No
- Couples treatments
- Yes
- Access
- Walk-ins welcome
- Amenities
- Relaxation lounge
- Good for
- Couples
- Price
- Moderate
The Petite Retreat is a boutique day spa in Houston's Rice Military neighborhood, built around massage, facials and spa packages rather than a full wet-area circuit. Couples treatments are a specialty here, so it's set up for two people to get worked on side by side rather than solo visits only.
Services lean toward bodywork variety, including sport massage alongside the standard relaxation massage, plus facials and packages that can be paired with extras like a mocktail service or complimentary champagne and mimosas. There's a relaxation lounge for settling in before or after treatments. English is the language of service, and this is not a hotel-exclusive spa, meaning the public can book without staying on property.
Logistics matter here: parking is tight, with only three spots directly in front of the building and overflow parking on Venice Street. Given the limited spots and the fact that some packages come with drinks, taking a rideshare is a practical option worth considering, especially on busier days.
Hours run long and consistent, open 9am to 8pm on Saturdays and 10am to 8pm every other day of the week, so there's flexibility for morning or evening bookings. Walk-ins are welcome, which is useful if you're in the Rice Military or Memorial Park area and want a same-day massage without planning ahead, though calling in advance is generally the surer bet for couples slots. There's no day-pass or soaking facility structure here; this is strictly a treatment-based day spa, moderately priced, with the address at 210 Westcott St.
Good to know
- Do I need a reservation or can I walk in?
- Walk-ins are welcome, but calling ahead at (713) 520-8999 is a good idea, especially for couples treatments.
- Where do I park?
- There are only 3 spaces directly in front of the spa, with additional parking available on Venice Street; given the limited spots, a rideshare is worth considering.
- Can couples book treatments together?
- Yes, couples treatments are offered so two people can be treated side by side.
- What are the hours?
- The spa is open 9am to 8pm on Saturdays and 10am to 8pm Sunday through Friday.
- Is this spa only for hotel guests?
- No, it's a standalone day spa open to the public, not restricted to hotel guests.
Details checked October 1, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.
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