Thanks to its record-breaking traffic and noisy, bustling streets, even a laid-back, beachside city like L.A. can feel quite chaotic. Luckily, this star-studded town is also a pioneering hub for wellness, offering a plethora of top-of-the-line spas dedicated to pampering and indulgence. 

L.A. is at the center of cutting-edge treatments that leave you glowing from the inside out, from revitalizing body scrubs to slimming body wraps. While luxury hotels from the Dorchester Collection and the Peninsula boast some of the most beautiful spas in the city, there are also several boutique establishments that provide a cozy and intimate setting for locals to unplug. For a more traditional experience, head to Tomoko in Beverly Hills or book a Turkish soak experience at The Raven Santa Monica.

 If you want to indulge in sweeping ocean views before or after your treatment, consider driving down to Terranea Resort in Palos Verdes, or embark on a moodier, underground experience at the Fairmont Century Plaza. Whether you want to splurge on an ultra-hydrating facial or work out some pesky knots with a deep tissue massage, we’ve rounded up the very best places for a spa day in L.A.

Spanning a massive 14,000 square feet, the Fairmont Spa Century Plaza is an underground oasis in the heart of the city. The serene hydrotherapy circuit features a sauna, a steam room, a hammam and a Himalayan salt room, allowing you to move through various temperatures and settings before concluding in the private aromatherapy shower. For a revitalizing treatment that leaves you feeling brand new, the RedFlower Organic Scrub Treatment includes an intense exfoliation followed by a warm coconut oil massage. 

With locations in Culver City and Brentwood, Milk Honey serves as a salon, spa and med spa, offering thoughtful and customizable treatments. After dressing........

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