SPAS

SERIOUS SELF-CARE

in Surf City USA

A GUIDE TO SPA-MPERING IN HUNTINGTON BEACH | BY MARCIE TAYLOR

These days we are often too caught up with the daily grind to practice self-care. Truth is, you can start o simply enough by taking a walk on the beach, feeling the sand between your toes and taking deep breaths. That’s it. Now, relax. Ready to take self-care to the next level? Experience a relaxing massage at one of Huntington Beach’s day spas or pamper yourself in one of the luxurious hotel spas.

PACIFIC WATERS SPA

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa

Escape to an oasis of relaxation at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach’s Pacific Waters Spa. You can soothe your body and soul in this sprawling 20,000 square foot Mediterranean-style spa that features a sauna, steam room, waterfall showers, private whirlpools and a state-of-the-art fitness center. There are many skincare, body and massage treatment options performed by highly skilled therapists. Relieve stress with the Swedish-style pacific massage or try the new CBD massage which aids in reducing inflammation within muscles and joints with the use of CBD derived from industrial hemp and contains no THC.

Need more pampering? Try the Spa Day package which includes a 50-minute therapeutic massage, Biologique facial, a manicure and pedicure and a three-course lunch. Pacific Waters has an exclusive spa menu that has been designed by the chef with wellness in mind. (21500 Pacific Coast Highway, 714.845.4772, hyatt.com/en-US/spas/Pacific-Waters-Spa/home)

AARNA SPA

Paséa Hotel & Spa

The Aarna Spa in the Paséa Hotel & Spa is a Balinese-inspired retreat that makes one feel a sense of calm, the minute one steps inside. The 5,800 square foot spa has 8 treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge that leads to a private spa garden, where one can read, write in a journal or even enjoy a healthy snack from the hotel restaurant.

At Aarna, you can indulge in the hot sauna, eucalyptus steam room and saltwater whirlpool at your leisure. They o er a menu of services that range from fantastic skin care treatments to revitalizing salt scrubs and pampering massages.

Named “Top Spa in the U.S.” by American Spa Magazine (21080 Pacific Coast Highway, 714.698.6110, MeritageCollection.com/ Pasea-Hotel/Spa)

PACIFIC WATERS SPA

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AARNA SPA

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HAVEN OF WELLNESS

HAVEN OF WELLNESS

A little hidden gem boutique day spa in downtown Huntington Beach, Haven of Wellness o ers massages, facials, waxing and HydraFacial treatments. Ask about their monthly specials. (315 3rd St. Ste. K, 714.374.9597, HavenofWellness.com)

SUNSET SKIN BOUTIQUE

Sunset Skin Boutique is a skin and wellness oasis located in Peter’s Landing with a private waterfront view of the Huntington Harbour. Treatments are a mixture of the most innovative technologies combined with timeless techniques. (16360 Pacific Coast Highway, 220, 661.301.4835, SunsetSkinBoutique.com)

DRIFT A WATERFRONT SPA

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DRIFT A WATERFRONT SPA

The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel

The newest hotel spa on the block is Drift a Waterfront Spa at The Waterfront Beach Resort. Your experience begins in the relaxation room with the Vitality Bar with various teas and elixirs that you can enjoy while awaiting treatment. Drift features a small hot tub, eucalyptus infused steam room and a unique Himalayan salt stone sauna. You can check out one of their facial, body and massage treatments. (21100 Pacific Coast Highway, 714.845.8000, WaterfrontResort.com/spa)

CLOUD MOVER DAY SPA

Tucked at a corner of Five Points Plaza not far from Downtown Huntington Beach, Cloud Mover Day Spa is a local favorite. They o er facials and peels, massages, waxing, lash extensions and organic airbrush tanning. (18685 Main St. Ste. 104, 714.842.3600)

FACIALWORKS

If you’re looking to get a quick and painless professional facial, visit Facialworks in Pacific City. It is the original oxygen facial bar, featuring nontoxic skincare and facials for every skin type. Upon arrival, they will o er you a glass of champagne. How sweet is that! It is an open room concept so you will be getting your facial with others around you. (21022 Pacific Coast Highway, Unit 210, 714.374.4233, TheFacialWorks.com)

MAIN ST. DAY SPA

Located in Downtown Huntington Beach, this is a full-service day spa o ering head-to-toe treatments. Massage options include reflexology, Swedish, deep tissue and Thai massage. If you are unfamiliar with Thai massage, be prepared to experience acupressure combined with assisted yoga poses, and lots of pulling and stretching. Get glowing with one of their HydraFacial treatments, or a nail and hair service. (301 Main St., 714.969.9968, MainStDaySpa.com)

HAND AND STONE MASSAGE AND FACIAL SPA

Find tranquility at Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa. Guests will be greeted by soothing sounds and aromas. O ering full body massages to relieve tension, facials to heighten your natural glow, couples’ massages, and more, Hand and Stone can help to relieve any stresses you have.

Hand and Stone Massage is located at the Newland Center on Beach Blvd. (19732 Beach Blvd., 714.962.2423)