Spas with reservation required in California

San Francisco, California

A boutique day spa in San Francisco's SoMa district offering massage, facials, nails and waxing, plus a retail skincare boutique and relaxation lounge.

San Diego, California

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

Lake Tahoe, California

Lakeside spa inside Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge in South Lake Tahoe, with a hot tub, polar plunge and dry sauna, by appointment only.

Santa Barbara, California

Downtown Santa Barbara medical spa combining massage, facials and infrared sauna with Botox, fillers, microneedling and IV therapy.

Palm Springs, California

A Palm Springs day spa offering massage, skin, hair and nail services, with couples treatments and walk-in appointments by reservation.

Santa Barbara, California

A reservation-based day spa in downtown Santa Barbara built around private infrared sauna, salt room and cold plunge sessions.

San Francisco, California

Oakland float and sauna studio near Grand Lake with private float tanks, infrared sauna cocoons and cryotherapy, open daily 11am-8:30pm.

Calistoga, California

A Calistoga day spa on Lincoln Avenue specializing in lymphatic bodywork and facial treatments, with a relaxation lounge for adults and solo travelers.

Ojai, California

Small wellness retreat at the Lavender Inn in Ojai offering massage, facials, and a beekeeping experience, with couples treatments available.

Palm Springs, California

A Palm Springs day spa on S Palm Canyon Dr offering traditional Thai massage and stretch, facials, hot stone and cupping, with walk-ins welcome.

Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Small massage studio on 8th Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea offering six treatments including couples massage, open daily 9am-7pm.

Calistoga, California

A Calistoga day spa with eight treatments on the menu, including options for couples, open seven days with reservations recommended.

Nipomo, California

A Nipomo day spa at the Monarch Club where massages and facials come with access to a garden hot tub, eucalyptus steam room and lounge.

San Francisco, California

Upscale day spa on Union Street in San Francisco's Cow Hollow, offering around 20 facial and massage treatments, including a signature Quadruple Lift Facial.

Calistoga, California

Day spa in Santa Rosa offering massage, body scrubs and wraps, facials and eyelash extensions, open daily 9am to 8pm with couples treatments available.

San Diego, California

A locally owned Bankers Hill day spa since 2006 offering massage therapy, organic facials and clinical skincare, including couples treatments.

Ojai, California

A small Ojai day spa run by one certified therapist specializing in lymphatic drainage therapy, by reservation.

Palm Springs, California

Downtown Palm Springs day spa built around a natural hot mineral spring, with private mineral baths, sauna, steam room and massage.

Sonoma, California

Hotel spa at The Lodge at Sonoma with an outdoor terrace, soaking pool, plunge pool and barrel sauna, open daily 9am-5pm, adults-only, reservation required.

Napa Valley, California

A single-treatment float spa in Napa offering sensory-deprivation float pods with Epsom salt water, plus dedicated parking and walk-in access.

Los Angeles, California

A West LA day spa focused on scalp treatments, facials and massage, with walk-ins welcome most days from 10 or 11am to 8pm.

San Diego, California

A Korean-style day spa on Convoy Street in Kearny Mesa offering sauna access, body scrubs and massage, open daily 8:30am to 9pm.

Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

A moderate-priced day spa on 5th Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea, open daily with walk-ins accepted though reservations are recommended.

San Diego, California

Full-service day spa on the 3rd floor of AquaVie Fitness + Wellness Club in downtown San Diego, offering massage, facials and multi-step body rituals by