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Your Round-Up of Relaxing Spa Escapes

Relax and recharge at these 10 fantastic spas

Start off 2025 by being recharged and pampered. You deserve a break after all the holiday hustle and bustle! Read on for 10 top-notch spas in the area where you can relax and unwind.

Bella on the Bay

In 1900, what was originally a gorgeous Excelsior home is now a warm and inviting salon and spa with all the classic treatments—perfect for a day of pampering. Services include hair care, lashes, facials, nail care, and massages. Visit bellaonthebay.com.

Spavia Minnetonka

Spavia has been focused on being a place where all are welcome. In the name, ‘via’ means route or pathway, and Spavia is committed to being there with you on every step of your wellness journey. Services include facials, skincare, massages, and “spalebration” packages. Visit minnetonkamn.spaviadayspa.com. 

Vi Beauty Lab

At Vi Beauty Lab, clients are encouraged to come as they are, providing a safe and non-judgmental space. Vi Beauty Lab goes beyond facials and peels. They employ experts to provide services such as microneedling, laser hair removal, fillers, and IV therapy for truly transformative results. Visit vibeautylab.com. 

Jett Beauty

An award-winning beauty spa, Jett specializes in permanent cosmetics, makeup applications, lashes, brows, and skin care. They also offer injectable treatments, including Botox and derma fillers. Jett Beauty has two locations—Excelsior and Edina. Visit jettbeauty.com.  

Moda Salon St. Louis Park

Dubbed “your local hair house,” you can take care of all your hair care needs. From colors, extensions, custom cuts, blowouts, and mini services, your hair will be happy and healthy at Moda. Moda also has a location in St. Paul. Visit modamademn.com.

Vively Body Science

This medical spa is committed to promoting healthy living, and medical professionals use regenerative aesthetic medicine to both prevent and correct skin concerns. Services range from injectables to cool sculpting, dermaplaning, and acne treatments. Visit livevively.com to schedule a virtual consultation.

18|8 Fine Men’s Salon in Wayzata

With services specially customized to men, you can find hair, waxing, and facial treatments. To simplify the grooming regimen even more, Executive Memberships are available, which include seven haircuts, clean-up appointments, and retail discounts. Visit eighteeneight.com.

Sanctuary Float Spa

This wellness center in Minnetonka boasts the largest float spa in the Twin Cities. These private soundproof float rooms allow clients to relax in purified water. Benefits range from reduced inflammation to boosted energy levels. Other personalized massage services are available. Visit sanctuaryfloatspa.com.

Nail Boutique in Wayzata

Very conveniently located in Downtown Wayzata, this is where to book your next manicure or pedicure. They also offer gel services, dipping powder, kids’ nail care, and a variety of pedicure options to choose from. Visit nailboutiquewayzata.com.

Läka Spa

Located in the Landing Hotel in Downtown Wayzata, Läka is the best place for a staycation. Drawing from their Nordic heritage, earth-friendly products are used in every service. Facials, massages, and body treatments are what to expect at “Lake Minnetonka’s most relaxing retreat.” Visit thehotellanding.com/spa.