The Best Spa Retreats in Chicago
Chicago is home to some award-winning spas, many of them set in opulent hotels across the Windy City. So if you’re in need of some pampering – whether it’s a decadent massage, facial, or time in the steam room or sauna – here’s our pick of the places to stay to enjoy the best therapies in town.
1. The Peninsula
Independent Hotel, Bed and Breakfast
2. Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Suite Hotel, Luxury
3. Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Chain Hotel, Spa Hotel
Set in the River North neighborhood, the acclaimed spa at Eurostars fuses traditional techniques with the latest trends and technology. Think saunas with Himalayan salt walls, chromotherapy showers and a full range of treatments for the entire body. Try the Zen essence wrap, deep tissue massage or classic European facial. The five-star boutique hotel also offers avant-garde art and designer furniture, a gym and the 26th-story Apogee Lounge for skyline views and cocktails.
4. The Langham, Chicago
Suite Hotel, Luxury
5. JW Marriott Chicago
Hotel
6. Hotel Arista
Boutique Hotel, Hotel
This AAA Four Diamond hotel has contemporary interiors and a Mediterranean-inspired spa that’s been highly praised. Highlights include the serenity stress relief massage and citrus essential vitamin C facial, as well as a range of body scrubs, wraps and salon services. The hotel is set in the western suburb of Naperville but has a shuttle service, as well as a fitness center and Lavazza café.
7. The Godfrey Hotel
Independent Hotel
Visitors come to the Godfrey for its Cubist architecture, with geometric accents and marble floors. The glass, fourth-floor roof terrace offers skyline views and a popular Spa Boutique, with services in two tranquil treatment rooms.The menu includes massages and facials and has couples packages, including a traditional Swedish massage, body melt scalp therapy and rejuvenating body brush and scrub. And, if you prefer, you can be pampered in your own suite.
8. 21c Museum Hotel Chicago – MGallery
Chain Hotel
Experience a slice of serenity in the midst of Chicago, just steps from Michigan Avenue. The 21c Museum Hotel is filled with work from local Chicago artists and was once home to the historic Croydon, a former meeting place for vaudeville stars. Its spa service includes in-room treatments and great-value day packages, with a menu full of traditional favorites like aromatherapy massages, beauty masks and cleansing wraps.
For more relaxing options, read our guide to the best spa and wellness hotels in Chicago and book now on Culture Trip.
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