7 Best Spas in NYC to Book for Massages, Pools, and Rest
Seven spas and bathhouses where architecture, light, and materials do as much as the treatment. From deep tissue massages and hot stone work to cedar saunas and cold plunges, New York’s wellness scene has range.
New York can feel like it never slows down, which makes the city’s spas even more appealing. Whether hidden in landmarked buildings or perched high above the skyline, these places offer a reset through design as much as treatment.
From candlelit thermal baths to rooftop pools and botanical facials, the city and its close neighbors have no shortage of choices. Each of these spas is a reminder that rest can be just as memorable as any night out, and worth booking ahead for.
AIRE Ancient Baths, Tribeca
AIRE Ancient Baths, Tribeca | Source: AIRE Ancient Baths
Price: $175–$650 per person
Address: 88 Franklin Street, Tribeca
AIRE transforms a 19th-century textile factory into a candlelit bath circuit of brick vaults, stone, and water. Rotate through hot, warm, and cold pools, plus steam and a saltwater float, then add a massage if you want to go deeper. Timed entries keep the experience paced. Bring swimwear and plan to linger after your session.
Spencer’s, SoHo
Spencer’s, SoHo | Source: Spencer’s
Price: $189–$299 per person
Address: 30 Grand Street, SoHo
A boutique studio with a minimal palette, strong bodywork, and tech-forward facials. Rooms are small and considered, service is hands-on, and treatments aim for results without rushing. It is an easy reset in the middle of the day, especially if you want focus over frills. Appointments are essential.
Remedy Place, Flatiron
Price: $150–$500 per person
Address: 12 West 21st Street, Flatiron District
Remedy Place is less a spa than a “social wellness club,” designed to be as much about atmosphere as treatment. The space is sleek and contemporary, with dim lighting, plush seating, and a menu that covers everything from IV drips and cryotherapy to guided breathwork. It is equally suited to spending an hour or an afternoon, whether solo or with friends. Memberships are available, but non-members can book individual treatments.
The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, New York
Price: $275–$1,060 per person
Address: 80 Columbus Circle, Midtown
High above Columbus Circle, this spa pairs city views with warm materials and smooth service. Book a longer ritual if you want time to unwind, or a targeted treatment if you are fitting this between plans. Arrive early for the relaxation areas and leave space afterward for tea. Non-hotel guests are welcome.
Aman Spa, New York
Price: $225–$785 per person
Address: 730 Fifth Avenue, Midtown
Three levels, stone everywhere, and a long central pool that feels like a destination on its own. Signature massages and facials sit alongside private Spa Houses that include a hammam or banya, a double treatment room, and plunges. Book well ahead, and enquire if you want a Spa House for a half day. The tempo here is unhurried by design.
Bamford Wellness Spa at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
Price: $230–$450 per person
Address: 60 Furman Street, Brooklyn Heights
Inside 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, Bamford Wellness Spa brings a nature-led philosophy into a calm and modern space. Interiors are clean and organic, with wood, linen, and soft tones that feel far from the city outside. The menu focuses on holistic body treatments and facials that use Bamford’s botanical products. Arrive early to spend time in the relaxation areas and take in the view across the river before or after your session.
QC NY, Governors Island
Price: $89–$250 per person
Address: 112 Andes Road, Governors Island
Set in landmark buildings with lawns that roll toward the harbor, QC NY is known for skyline-facing outdoor spa pools and relaxed indoor lounges for cooling off between soaks. Late afternoon light is especially good over the water. Admissions are time based, and the ferry is part of the ritual, so build in buffer. Robe, towels, and sandals are included.