New Hampshire Spa Guide: The Best Spas in Concord
New Hampshire State House in Concord, New Hampshire. [Photo credit: Pixabay]
Visitors and locals alike will find that New Hampshire’s capital city of Concord embraces history and appreciates the arts and sciences. The State House is the city’s capitol building, a gold-domed structure dating to 1816 and home to a visitor center and the Hall of Flags, a collection of more than 100 battle flags carried by New Hampshire soldiers in the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, both World Wars, and the Vietnam War.
The Capitol Center for the Arts houses performances of all kinds, from music and comedy to dance and theater, while the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center features interactive space-themed exhibits and a planetarium to explore for those with an interest in what lies beyond Earth’s atmosphere. This sort of rich history lends well to a close-knit community built around local businesses, and that sentiment translates to Concord’s spa and wellness scene.
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While you might not find those large-scale, resort-style spas as you would in larger metro areas, Concord offers an unexpected yet commendable collection of outlets that provide customers with well-serviced respite. Whether you’re in the market for a quick rejuvenating facial or a full-fledged spa day with friends or family, consider the following salon and spas as some of the top picks for whatever sort of TLC you’re looking for.
Access is easy for those coming in from out of state, too. Concord is just an hour drive from Boston, Massachusetts, and a 30-minute drive from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in Manchester, New Hampshire. If you’re coming into town in autumn, perhaps do the drive—fall colors in New England are a can’t-miss.
Keep on reading our New Hampshire spa guide to discover our picks for the best spas in Concord and find the best flight deals when booking your next travel adventure.
Elements Massage Concord
273 Loudon Road, #2, Concord, New Hampshire, 03301; (603) 290-5806
Elements Massage Concord offers all things massage and skincare under one roof. Led by a team of expert therapists, the salon provides a menu of massage options and skin treatments for any kind of visitor, whether you’d like to be in and out quick and easy, or are looking for a full day of respite.
The massage menu includes deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, sports massage, trigger point massage, stretch massage, couples massage, and prenatal massage. Massage therapy add-ons are also available and include herbal ritual using a hemp-infused oil, ‘aromaritual” therapy using essential oils, Himalayan salt stone massage, hot stone massage, and cupping therapy.
Signature skin care services at Elements Massage Concord include the Essence of Elements 3D Custom Facial, using a personalized treatment to restore hydration, improve skin tone, clear breakouts, and more; and the Advanced Age Defy Facial, which helps to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while increasing skin elasticity.
The Eye Treatment works to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles, and puffiness; while the Lip Treatment seeks to improve, smooth, plump, and hydrate the lips. All skin care treatments use Sanitas-branded products.
Luma Massage Spa & Wellness
341 Loudon Road, Concord, New Hampshire, 03301; (603) 513-9999
A cozy massage outlet along Loudon Road, Luma Massage Spa & Wellness showcases a menu of massage techniques and treatments. Its Swedish massage is the most popular with visitors, focused on increasing blood oxygen levels, removing toxins, and improvising circulation and flexibility; it has 30-, 60-, and 90-minute options. Consider a more innovative approach with the Walk The Back Massage, during which a therapist will gently walk on your back, providing pressure to ease tension and promote relaxation.
Luma also offers additional massages that pull from other regional techniques, such as the Lomi Lomi Hawaiian Massage and the Shiatsu and Sports Massage. The former prioritizes holistic therapy via native Hawaiian techniques that emulate the movements of flowing ocean waves.
The latter combines the traditional art of finger pressure used in Shiatsu massage and the targeted techniques used in sports massages, leading to deeper relaxation, enhanced flexibility, and improved recovery. Additional choices include the Aromatherapy Massage, Chair Massage, and Foot Reflexology.
Pure Indulgence Wellness Spa
54 S. State St., Concord, New Hampshire, 03301; (603) 228-7873
You’ll find nothing short of ultimate relaxation at Pure Indulgence Wellness Spa, whether for just half an hour or the whole day. From waxing and body treatments to lash tints, facials, acupuncture, and massages, the outlet likely has something for anyone. Its massage therapy menu is long and full of great choices, from the signature Therapeutic Massage to hot stone, deep tissue, and cupping therapies.
The Bamboo Fusion Massage uses warm bamboo shoots and rattan tools of different sizes in rhythmic strokes along tight muscles to promote tension release; this option is best suited for those looking for deep tissue work, but would typically avoid more intense therapies that might cause a bit of pain. The Sticks & Stones Massage combines these bamboo shoots with hot stones to soothe muscle pain, completed by essential oil blends to promote further relaxation.
Skin care services range from the Short ‘n’ Sweet Facial for something quick, to more intensive, comprehensive options like the Brightening Facial, Anti-Aging Antioxidant Facial, or O2 Lift Treatment. Keep it simple with the Classic Facial, which includes a double cleansing, exfoliation, and massage; or, take this option one step further with the Signature Facial, which is the same as the Classic Facial but includes a lower leg/foot and scalp massage.
The waxing menu is also long, offering a wide range of services; and the acupuncture options are available for both group and individual bookings.
Serendipity Day Spa & Float Studio
23 Sheep Davis Road, Pembroke, New Hampshire, 03275; (603) 229-0400
Serendipity Day Spa & Float Studio has long been a local favorite wellness outlet. It features a menu of packages to choose from in addition to myriad individual services and treatments and flotation therapy. The Half Day Away package runs for just under three hours for those who don’t have the whole day to dedicate to spa activities but want something longer than a quick in-and-out.
The On The Rocks Package combines warm basalt stones or warm Himalayan stones with a 30-minute reflexology treatment, while The Tease Package gives a sneak peek into some of Serendipity’s most popular services and includes a 30-minute Swedish massage, the Intro Express Facial, and a Classic Spa Pedicure.
Indulge in the autumn season with the Caramel Apple Fall Facial or Pumpkin Perfecting Facial or focus on anti-aging with the Let It Glow-Frozen Time Reversal Facial. The Serendipity Signature Facial combines the basic essential steps of deep-pore cleansing, exfoliation, facial and decollete massage, and a customized mask, all designed to flush out embedded debris and impurities to leave the skin feeling refreshed and bright.
The flotation therapy services are available in 60 and 90 minutes in length, providing a simple way to achieve profound relaxation while floating in 11,000 pounds of Epsom salt. Additional services at Serendipity include light therapy, massages, eyebrow tinting, manicures and pedicures, waxing, eyelash lifting and tinting, and tanning.
Simplicity Hair Studio & Spa
27 S. Main St., Concord, New Hampshire, 03301; (603) 219-0243
Treat yourself to a bit of pampering at Simplicity Hair Studio & Spa, which features a menu of hair, nail, and spa treatments. If you’re looking to give your hair some TLC, choose from a simple haircut to foils and coloring.
Sit back and relax with a manicure and/or pedicure; a classic manicure comprises nail shaping, cuticle care, a miniature arm and hand massage, followed by a polishing in the color of your choice. The spa pedicure features an aromatherapy oil and bath salt soak, nail shaping, cuticle care, lower leg and foot exfoliation and massage, hot towel foot mask, and a polishing in the color of your choice.
Notable spa services include the Signature Lift, a facial treatment using vitamin C and fruit enzymes blended in an organic aloe vera base to help reduce redness and brighten the skin. The Signature Facial uses retinol; grape seed and green tea; fruit extracts; a blend of vitamins A, C, and E; chamomile; cucumber; aloe vera; and pure hyaluronic acid.
Additional services include the Perfection Lift Peel, dermaplaning, the Full Body Scrub, makeup application, and several others.
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