We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Austin spots for a little self-care, from massages and mani-pedis you can squeeze in at the last minute to spa days worth planning ahead. Because sometimes you just need someone else to take care of you for a change.
Need a massage ASAP?
When you need someone to work out those knots, and fast, these are some good places to start.
- The NOW | S. Lamar | A get in and get out kind of spot that feels retreat-like
- Austin Deep | Downtown and Lake Austin | Super consistent, high quality massages
- Volt 31 | Westlake | $69 for a massage at a local chiropractic practice
- form + function massage | E. 6th Street |
Customized massages with lots of options
Worth the Splurge
If you’re ready to spend a little more and make a half-day (or more!) of it, these are some great spots to unwind, with all the bells and whistles.
- Fairmont Spa | Downtown
- Miraval Austin | Northwest Austin
- Spa Viata | Westlake
- Omni Barton Creek | Barton Creek
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Spa at the Four Seasons | Downtown
Spa days worth planning ahead
- Lake Austin Spa Resort | Full-service retreat with hot tubs, pools, sauna, steam, and their cafe is excellent. This one is our top picks because so much in included.
- Milk and Honey | Five Austin locations
- Viva Day Spa | Four Austin locations
- Hiatus Spa and Retreat | W 5th Street |
A full-service spa offering massages, facials, and other treatments if you want to make more of an occasion of it.
Need your nails done, like yesterday?
Sometimes we just want a good mani-pedi, and quickly. Bonus points for places that’ll do your hands and feet at the same time!
- Queen Spa | Three locations
- Coffee N Nails | Red River
- Dream Spa ATX | Airport Blvd.
- Golden Nail Lounge ATX | S. Congress
- Armor Nails and Spa | South Austin
Nail appointments worth booking ahead
For the times when you want to linger a little longer and enjoy the whole experience. Some of these offer more elaborate mani-pedis, so give yourself plenty of time.
- Cute Nails | Two locations
- Lacquer Nails | Two locations
- Milk and Honey | Five Austin locations
- Embellish Nails | Westlake, Anderson, Bee Cave
More to Explore:
Have a favorite to add to this list? Let us know in the comments below!
