
When you’re in the mood for pampering and relaxation in the city, make an appointment at some of the country’s top spas in D.C. Several luxurious retreats are tucked away inside upscale hotels which means you can enjoy a mini-vacation as you enjoy the hotel grounds before and after your spa visit. Here’s where you’ll find some of our favorite spas in Washington, D.C.
Argentta Spa

Located inside The Watergate Hotel, this glamorous spa retreat is the perfect place to enjoy some pampering treatments and unwind n the elegantly decorated relaxation lounge. You can treat yourself to a jade hot stone massage and other Chinese medicine-inspired treatments for a few hours of bliss. The chic spa is truly stunning with its silver, grey, and white color palette and glittering accents. Enjoy a day at the spa and then head to the crystal blue indoor heated pool for a swim session.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa at the Equinox Sports Club

Treat yourself to a day of fitness and pampering with the five-star experience at the Ritz-Carlton. From rejuvenating facials to indulgent body treatments, this is the perfect place to melt away tension and stress from a day of traveling or long workdays. The hotel spa also has a gift shop where you can pick up candles, workout wear, and other spa accessories to indulge in your own at-home spa treatments. Plan on working out at the state-of-the-art Equinox Sports Club before the spa service to make the most of your visit.
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C.
One of the city’s top pampering destinations will take you on a trip to the Orient where you can enjoy luxury spa treatments customized with different colored lights, aromatherapy blends, and other details. The spa visit includes access to the crystal steam room, showers with different temperatures, and soothing whirlpools. It’s the ultimate respite from the buzz of the city and you’ll leave feeling completely relaxed.